Living Writers Series author talks about California wildfires
On Monday, Nov. 3, students attending the Living Writer’s course were given a detailed in-person presentation by the published author, Shana Youngdahl. She spoke about her book “A Catalog of Burnt Objects,” a novel which was notably published by Dial…
Amazon lays off employees for AI
Amazon has announced the widespread layoffs of 14,000 corporate employees to make investments in generative artificial intelligence. In an effort to make the company less bureaucratic, Amazon aims to replace the workers in their position with AI so the workers…
Oswego women’s cross country shines with top-three at SUNYACs
The Oswego State men’s and women’s cross country teams arrived in Plattsburgh State on Saturday, Nov. 1 to compete in the SUNYAC championships. The Lakers seized three of the top five spots in the women’s 6K. Hannah Reichard came in…
Pennywise returns in latest adaptation of Stephen King’s novel ‘It’
The beloved horror tale, which has been adapted many times, is taking a new form in the HBO Max series “It: Welcome to Derry.” Unlike most adaptations of Stephen King’s “It,” the show follows the little Maine town in the…
Women’s hockey bounces back after rough start against Castleton
It was an exciting weekend for the women’s ice hockey team, debuting the throwback Laker Wave jerseys for the first time in team history, on top of taking on the Castleton Spartans in back-to-back home games to start their regular…
Lakers men’s basketball reloads with new faces for 2025-26 season
The Oswego State men’s basketball team is ready to hit the hardwood for their newest campaign, with a partly revamped roster taking the spotlight. The Lakers come into the 2025-2026 season fresh off of a second-place finish in the SUNYAC….
Tyler Hall hosts ‘All That Remains’ gallery by professors
Tyler Hall Art Gallery is hosting another exhibit for the semester called “All That Remains,” featuring two SUNY Oswego professors as the artists. Peter Cardone, a visiting assistant professor for photography, along with Christopher McEvoy, who teaches painting, showcase artwork…
Florence + The Machine explore female power with ‘Everybody Scream’
Florence + the Machine’s “Everybody Scream” is a spellbinding album that explores themes of feminine power, healing and transformation through a haunting sound. The sixth studio album by Florence + the Machine was released on Halloween. “Everybody Screams” reaffirms Florence…
Social media should be saved for remembrance
In light of the many surprising and saddening deaths of 2025, many people have begun to critique the impact of legacy on Earth as opposed to legacy after death. In reference to famous celebrities, the ethical concern is posed as…
‘Love Island’ streams into racial controversy
Last week, “Love Island USA’s” Season 7 cast member Huda Mustafa and her boyfriend Louis Russell, who has appeared on numerous reality dating shows, were accused of racism. Mustafa and Russell were on a live stream when someone called them….

























