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The Independent Student Newspaper of Oswego State

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‘Fighting with My Family’ proves inspirational tale of triumph

“Fighting with My Family,” directed by Stephen Merchant (“Logan”), is a biopic about wrestler Saraya-Jade Bevis, aka Paige. Debuting in the world of wrestling at the age of 13 at a promotion run by her parents, Paige would go on…

‘Game of Thrones’ season 2 crash course before final season

Following a masterful first season, season two of HBO’s “Game of Thrones” is where the program underwent a major revamp. The series was already a spectacle to behold, but with an increase of budget, multiple elements were improved and expanded…

Drug addicts deserve employment

Drug testing is often used as a way to sort through applications for employment. In some private schools, colleges and companies, students and employees can be subjected to random drug testing at any point with or without motive. If they…

Drug tests promote productive workplace

            The job market is the one market everyone has had to deal with, has to deal with and will have to deal with. Being employed is a necessary aspect for success in life, as unfortunate as some may find…

Fake Momo challenge causes uproar

Recently, news agencies, such as CNN and Fox News, have made reports regarding a viral phenomenon known as the Momo Challenge. The Momo Challenge is said to be an online dare where a viewer must watch a Youtube video showing…

System of providing period products poor

On Feb. 19, the Oswego State Student Association signed in the period resolution. While this sounds like a good idea, there are a lot of unanswered questions in terms of funding and execution that should cause people to hold off…

Each political decision made effects citizens

“I do not have any opinions.” This is a common line tossed about when discussing certain topics, especially those political in nature. This statement is plagued with ignorance. Perhaps the opinions you have do not pertain to the situation at…

CTS proposes increase to $431 technology fee

Campus Technology Services is proposing for Oswego State to increase its campus technology fee by $14 as part of its annual broad-based fee increase in order to support growing technology services on campus. “One of the things that sets us…

Suicide hotline provides support

Suicide is a national problem that kills, on average, 44,000 people per year, according to Mental Health America. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline has been proven to be a life-saving resource for those at risk for suicide, but this crucial…