The Oswegonian

The Independent Student Newspaper of Oswego State

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May. 9, 2024 

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Social media apps need to restrict harmful words

For centuries, derogatory terms have been used to describe women. These terms have been hurtful, damaging and extremely mean. Recently, women on TikTok and YouTube have been getting called a “bop” for wearing certain clothes, hanging out with certain people…

Student social media use effects learning, thinking dynamics in class

The Supreme Court is hearing two cases that can change the use of social media and set precedents for interpreting the First Amendment. Conservative states Texas and Florida have passed laws prohibiting social media companies from banning political figures on…

Social media is harming your body image

Social media is a horrible influence on young minds. From a young age, children and teenagers are being exposed to so much more than generations of the past because of social media apps, such as Instagram and TikTok.  During the…