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Madonna’s rebellious, cold digital soul

The Queen of Pop has done it again. Madonna released her 13th studio album, “Rebel Heart,” on March 6. The Detroit-born singer, songwriter, actress and businesswoman attended the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre and Dance. After graduating, Madonna…

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Centro budget cuts might affect Oswego State

Centro officials are considering eliminating some bus services to amend for a $4.5 million budget gap, including some services offered to Oswego State students through Centro’s yearly contract with Oswego State. Centro has contracts with Oswego State, Syracuse University and…

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Pathfinder hosts second Bacon Fest

The second annual Bacon Fest was held March. 7 in Pathfinder Dining Hall. In total, 1,724 students attended. The entire day was bacon, from brunch, to Chasin’ Bacon and a 5k race used to promote the event, as well as…

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Weekly EP Revue: Genevieve shows her colors

In a time when indie-pop might as well be known simply as pop, many female artists have found their place. Individualistic and bold singers such as Lorde and the ladies of HAIM have all found themselves among some of music’s…

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Guest discusses U.S.-Japanese relations

Japanese professor and journalist Michio Katsumata visited Oswego State last week to speak about the history of U.S.-Japanese relations. Katsumata is currently a professor at Akita International University. He spent about two weeks in the U.S. on a lecture tour…

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‘Chappie’ thought-provoking, devoid of any real humanity

A disappointing conclusion to Neill Blomkamp’s South African trilogy (“Elysium,” “District 9” and “Chappie” all represent sci-fi interpretations of South African social issues). “Chappie” is a flawed film with wasted potential. While the film raises deep and thought-provoking questions surrounding…

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This Week in SA

The Student Association held its 17th meeting of the academic year Tuesday evening. The number of senators needed to make quorum was satisfied. Two new students, Kaitlin O’Connor and Aleyah Johnson were sworn in as senators and took the oath…

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A ride along with University Police

Like any Saturday night at the Oswego State University Police station, this night was very unpredictable. Riding along with Lt. David Miller and Officer Thomas Marrone, there was a better understanding of the day-to-day activity in the University Police department….

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Great Lake Review holds poetry slam event to showcase student writers

The Great Lake Review held its second annual slam poetry competition on March 7 in the Lake Effect Café. Approximately 60 students attended to cheer on and vote for their favorite performances, as the 11 performers stood in front of…

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‘The Following’ still filled with bizarre cult drama, intrigue

Just as it seemed all had been solved at the end of season two of “The Following,” season three continues with the same action-packed drama that draws the continuous eyes of America. After FBI Agent Ryan Hardy, played by Kevin…