The Oswegonian

The Independent Student Newspaper of Oswego State

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National Issues Opinion

Spongebob spurs absurd political debate

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Ask any American child that question, and I’m sure a majority of them will know the answer. Debuting in 1999,  “Spongebob Squarepants” slowly won over the hearts of millions of American children….

Opinion

TV watching habits change as shows become accessible

Watching TV is awesome. It’s like reading a book, but without having to do anything, of which I am a big fan. To me, there are few things better than watching a story unravel over 13 or so episodes. But…

National Issues Opinion

Obamacare coverage remains slanted

For the past few days, I’ve been trying to figure out what Obamacare means for the future of the nation. Considering the recent flood of news about the new health care plan, one would think this would be an easy…

Opinion

Scandals sully NFL image

First off I just want to say, I thought the name Richie Incognito was just as real as the name “Carlos Danger.” As it turns out, Richie Incognito is indeed the man’s real name, and even more so, Incognito may…

Basketball Sports

Lakers break in new, young squad

The Oswego State men’s basketball team is looking to improve on last season, but with a new look to the squad. The Lakers finished last season with an overall record of 19-8 (11-7 SUNYAC) and an appearance in the SUNYAC…

Other Sports

Oswego State looks back on strong year

Before the 2013 season started, Oswego State women’s soccer coach and SUNYAC coach of the year Brian McGrane stated that this year’s team was the best one he has had in his seven years as coach. The Lakers proved him…

Hockey Sports

Captain looks to lead Laker hockey in senior season

If anyone wants a definition of the Oswego State men’s ice hockey team this season, look no further than the team’s captain, senior David Titanic. Titanic is an A student in the classroom and a productive player on the ice…

Basketball Sports

Lakers eager to begin season

The Oswego State women’s basketball team is looking to continue where it left off last year after going 18-9 in 2012-13. The Lakers will rely on a new core of players in order to build off of last season’s success….

Hockey Sports

Veteran provides leadership

It took some time for Oswego State women’s hockey senior captain Olivia Boersen to start playing hockey, but she’s had a knack for life on the ice since she was a toddler. “I started playing hockey when I was around…

Other Sports

Recreational Sports Report

Despite it being broomball, basketball and floor hockey season in intramurals, there is another intramural sport gaining a significant following on the Oswego State campus: intramural badminton in Swetman Gym. Students are getting in on the fun in both the…