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Several superb student leaders are involved in planning the 2026 ALANA Multicultural Leadership Conference, Sept. 26 to Oct. 3.

ALANA Conference invites students to lead through authenticity, culture and community

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 At SUNY Oswego, leadership is not limited to a title, position or organization. For the students behind the annual ALANA (African, Latino, Asian and Native American) Multicultural Leadership Conference, Sept. 26 to Oct. 3, it lives within impact. For them, leadership...
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Members of the new Office of Student Wellbeing and Care gather around the Spirit O on campus

Restructured Office of Student Wellbeing and Care to host key resources

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The Division of Student Affairs recently announced the creation of the Office of Student Wellbeing and Care to provide a more holistic and collaborative approach to meeting student needs.
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Greek Conference alumni speakers included, from left, Gary Morris, Dresden Engle Olcott, Jordan Robertaccio and Karin Lebitz Giudici

'Letters that Last' helps students translate Greek experience into career success

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A spring semester event showed how SUNY Oswego’s fraternity and sorority experiences shape careers, strengthen networks and prepare students for long-term professional success, according to some Laker Greek alumni.
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Meet Patel and Kaedyn McClain were named the Student Leaders of the Year at this year's Student Leadership Ceremony.

Student Leaders of the Year share their stories

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This year's Student Leaders of the Year are united by similar beginnings of coming a long way, in addition to their noteworthy accomplishments.
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Delta Sigma Phi took first place in a Greek Week event supporting the SHOP (Students Helping Oz Peers) on-campus pantry.

Greek Week events offer friendly competition for a good cause

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From April 20 to 24, SUNY Oswego’s Greek organizations had the chance to participate in a friendly and non-competitive basic needs drive for the SHOP (Students Helping Oz Peers) pantries.
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A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie headlines this year's OzFest

Plans under way for full day of OzFest fun

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The campus will celebrate a full day of food, fun and live music for the conclusion of the 2025-26 academic year at OzFest 2026 on Friday, May 8. As always, daytime activities culminate with a concert – this year featuring...
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Spring blooms in front of Sheldon Hall

SUNY Oswego to welcome supporters for Spring Family and Friends Weekend

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The SUNY Oswego campus is preparing to welcome families and supporters back for one of its most anticipated traditions, now in a new semester: Spring Family and Friends Weekend.
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SUNY Oswego graduate Samantha Brown wearing a black cap and gown with honor cords and medals, holding a bouquet of white flowers while standing inside a modern campus building.

Graduating debt-free and building a future in tech

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Samantha Brown graduated from SUNY Oswego magna cum laude with dual majors in computer science and interaction design — and did it completely debt-free. Through dual enrollment credits, scholarships, leadership roles and hands-on experiences, she built a strong foundation that...
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April Lopez –- the university’s assistant dean of students and basic needs case manager -- has made a large impact that earned the SUNY Council of Senior Student Affairs Officers (CSSAO) Dr. Bob Bonfiglio New Professional Award

SUNY Oswego again among ‘Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs’

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SUNY Oswego has once again been named to the “Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs” by NACPA-College Student Educators International (ACPA) and The EDU Ledger.
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Students take part in goat yoga

Stress Free Week offers variety of programs

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Student Engagement and Leadership, Campus Recreation, The Office of the Dean of Students, and Student Orientation and Family Engagement present a variety of events for Stress Free Week, March 2 to 6. This week of programs is designed to help...
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Students take part in goat yoga

Welcome Back Week activities to include goat yoga, involvement fair, more

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Activities spanning from goat yoga to an involvement fair to a hockey tailgate and much more to welcome students for the spring semester.
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Shown at an outreach event at SUNY Oswego's Syracuse Campus in the fall are Office of the Dean of Students representatives, from left, graduate assistant Sumayya Sagheer; Kimberly Fuqua, university homeless liaison; and April Lopez, coordinator of SHOP

Oswego among SUNY standout schools for student support initiatives

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SUNY Oswego was among the institutions recognized for outstanding support and initiatives in student basic needs by State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. on Jan. 2.
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Volunteers gather in the kitchen during preparation for SUNY Oswego's Thanksgiving meal

SUNY Oswego's spirit of giving strong for holiday season

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Between hosting an on-campus Thanksgiving dinner, SHOP (Students Helping Oz Peers) providing a large amount of meals for those with needs and other initiatives to support the community during the holidays, the spirit of giving has been strong this season...
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Investment Club's student-run endowment fund tops $1 million

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SUNY Oswego's Investment Club provides students with hands-on opportunities for learning while also managing a large endowment fund that benefits university scholarships. The club-managed fund recently passed $1 million -- showing the success of the program and how it provides...
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From OCC to Oswego, Ruby Ramseyer thrives with the Empire State Service Corps

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SUNY Oswego English major Ruby Ramseyer started working with the Empire State Service Corps -- which pays student for serving their community -- as an Onondaga Community College student.
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Video rewind: A day at the Media Summit

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The 21st annual Lewis B. O'Donnell Media Summit welcomed a range of alumni for an all-star panel, Career Connectors networking event and classroom visits on Oct. 23.
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Video rewind: Oswego honors ACE program supporting student success

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With 409 participants, SUNY Oswego has the largest participation in SUNY's Advancing Completion through Engagement (ACE) program supporting student success and retention, the university and partners marked the occasion by sharing student stories and the insights of officials.
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Wheelchair basketball game in progress

Successful wheelchair basketball event raises awareness in spirited atmosphere

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More than 100 students came together as Campus Recreation's Lee Hall gym hosted a daylong wheelchair basketball event, with six different teams enjoying spirited competition and community engagement on Sept. 29.
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Robert Lighthall of the Oswego County Sheriff's Department speaks with students at a previous Mental Health and Wellness Fair

Mental Health and Wellness Fair, charter signing to take place Friday

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SUNY Oswego’s annual Mental Health and Wellness Fair will unfold this Friday, Sept. 26, with the signing of the Okanagan Charter, a commitment to wellness, to follow.
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Dorren Allen-Carr (left), interim assistant director of Student Engagement and Leadership, with ALANA (African, Latino, Asian and Native American) Conference committee members in The Point.

‘Becoming the Best You’ theme to guide this year’s ALANA Conference

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This year’s 39th annual ALANA (African, Latino, Asian and Native American) Conference will run from Sept. 20 to 28 offering a series of programs and workshops emphasizing cultural diversity, student leadership, and campus community.
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Canoes, kayaks and more are available as part of this year's Fresh Air, Fresh Start at Rice Creek

Fresh Air, Fresh Start this Friday at Rice Creek

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Rice Creek Field Station, Campus Recreation and Fitness, and the Counseling Services Center are teaming up to offer students an afternoon of recreation and relaxation in nature from 1 to 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 12.
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Quick video overview: Student Involvement Fair

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SUNY Oswego's fall Student Involvement Fair offers opportunities for new and returning Lakers to learn more about, and potentially join, some of the hundreds of student organizations. Video production intern Sansparsh Tripathy offers this quick video overview and review.
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Video rewind: Student Involvement Fair fall 2025

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SUNY Oswego's fall Student Involvement Fair offers opportunities for new and returning Lakers to learn more about, and potentially join, some of the hundreds of student organizations. Video production intern Jonah Hawthorne interviewed President Peter O. Nwosu and a variety...
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Video rewind: Move-in Week and Laker Launch

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Throwing it back to last week, as the newest members of the Oswego family moved on campus then got to connect and have fun during Laker Launch just before the start of our fall 2025 semester.
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Women's volleyball team huddles up

Women's volleyball earns national academic award

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SUNY Oswego's women's volleyball team recently earned the 2025 Team Academic Award from the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA).
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headshots of two adult learner students at suny oswego

Students build new futures with SUNY Oswego's integrative professional studies

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Balancing work, life and education, students like J White and Shayla Shuler are thriving in SUNY Oswego’s fully online IPS program. With flexible courses and supportive faculty, they’re turning passion into purpose and building bold new futures.
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commencement photo of students sitting in their chairs that is half blurred

Next steps in learning for May 2025 graduates

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The Class of 2025 is pursuing advanced degrees, continuing their journey of learning and discovery in graduate programs around the world.
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student holding up a diploma in front of other graduates

Launching careers May 2025 graduate highlights

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The Class of 2025 is launching their careers with confidence, stepping into roles that reflect their hard work and ambition.
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Aerial view of west campus

Be First Living Learning Community supports first-generation students

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Be First is a Living Learning Community (LLC) for first-year first-generation students in Cayuga Hall to build community and foster support.
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Students participating in 2023 OzFest

OzFest to offer day full of fun on May 9

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Celebrate the end of spring 2025 with one of SUNY Oswego’s biggest traditions, OzFest, throughout the day of May 9.
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Multi-platinum artist Polo G will headline the 2025 OzFest

Polo G, Mariah the Scientist to headline OzFest concert

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This year’s OzFest concert on May 9 will feature multi-platinum artist Polo G and R&B sensation Mariah the Scientist. Students from Oswego's own Digital Music Association will open the show.
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External photo of Waterbury Hall

All In Living Learning Community connects, supports LGBTQ+ students

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SUNY Oswego offers LGBTQ+ students a dedicated living and learning community designed to foster inclusivity, support and a sense of belonging on campus.
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Amanda Trainham, a two-time SUNY Oswego graduate, is one of many first-generation success stories

First-generation students making their marks at SUNY Oswego

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For many first-generation college students, stepping onto a college campus means stepping into the unknown. At SUNY Oswego, around 30 percent of students are navigating that journey — often without a roadmap.
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Students in the Live Well Living Learning Community gather at Rice Creek Field Station

Living Learning Community promotes healthy lifestyle for Oswego students

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SUNY Oswego’s Live Well Living Learning Community (LLC) gives first-year students the opportunity to be part of a community focused on health and wellness.
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A view of the renovated Marano Campus Center food court

Help name the redesigned Marano Campus Center food court

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Fall 2024 brought updates to the lower-level food court in Marano Campus Center, welcoming flexible seating, charging stations and open spaces for socializing, studying and hosting events. Now, the campus needs your help to give this space a name that...
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Oswego senior Tanya Hernandez stands in Shineman Center.

Student Spotlight: Tanya Hernandez

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Tanya Hernandez, a senior majoring in marketing at Oswego, discusses her campus involvement, the importance of her culture and upbringing and why Women's History Month is important to her.
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Skiers and snowboarders smile while standing atop a giant snow mound at a past Rail Jam

Rail Jam brings winter fun to campus on Friday

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One silver lining to all the recent lake-effect snow is providing a bonanza for this year’s Rail Jam, from 2 to 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28, near Marano Campus Center and the academic quad.
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Oswego student Meenal Shojaian outside Marano Campus Center.

Student Spotlight: Meenal Shojaian

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Meenal Shojaian, a junior majoring in English and adolescence education with a minor in psychology, talks about her dedication to social justice, campus involvement, the mentors who have shaped her journey at Oswego and why Black History Month is important...
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​​Video rewind: SHOP pantry opens new Syracuse Campus location

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SUNY Oswego’s SHOP (Student Helping Oz Peers) pantry recently expanded its reach, opening in the university’s Syracuse Campus and offering even more help to adult learners. A Feb. 12 grand opening celebrated the new location and the successful effort to...
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Arthur Flowers will keynote SUNY Oswego's MLK Ceremony on Feb. 6

Three days of events will honor MLK’s legacy

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Three days of events, unified under a theme of "Communities in Action: Empowering The Dream" will celebrate the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. from Feb. 6 to 8.
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Rosely Paulino and Jeudin Alvarez are among the peer mentors in SUNY Oswego's new Money Matters financial literacy program.

Money Matters financial literacy program supporting SUNY Oswego students

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A new Money Matters program headquartered in SUNY Oswego’s Financial Aid Office launched in August 2024 and has already reached hundreds of students by providing financial literacy resources.
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Students cheer on the Laker men's hockey team during a previous Whiteout Weekend game

Whiteout Weekend returns, includes effort to help those in need

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Oswego’s annual Whiteout Weekend, one of the most recognized campus traditions, is set to return this Friday and Saturday at the Deborah F. Stanley Arena and Convocation Hall in Marano Campus Center, including an effort to help those in need...
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The Fashion at Oswego club plans for its big show themed “The Met: The Sign of the Times,” at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, in the Sheldon Hall ballroom.

Fashion at Oswego’s upcoming show fosters student creativity

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SUNY Oswego student organization Fashion at Oswego will host their fashion show from 7 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, in the Sheldon Hall ballroom.
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Students take part in the Great Pumpkin Run, part of the menu of Family and Friends Weekend activities Oct. 20 to 22

Family and Friends Weekend starts today, offers packed schedule

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The annual SUNY Oswego Family and Friends Weekend starts today and will have a variety of events running through Sunday, Oct. 20.
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Student leaders and others involved in planning the 2024 ALANA Student Leadership Conference

Annual ALANA Conference to elevate multicultural voices and leadership

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The African, Latino, Asian and Native American (ALANA) Student Leadership Conference, Sept. 16 to 21, provides events that prioritize teaching multicultural student leaders ways to extend their voices across campus for a better Oswego community.
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Video Rewind: Student Involvement Fair 2024

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SUNY Oswego's fall Student Involvement Fair allowed students to check out some of the university's more than 150 clubs and organizations. Student storyteller Madelynn Cummings provides this video rewind. Even if students missed the fair, they can still get involved...
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Video rewind: Laker Launch starts semester in style

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Student storyteller Madelynn Cummings provides this video rewind of Laker Launch activities just before the semester welcoming the newest members of the Oswego family.
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Volunteers throw powder on a color-run participant

Campus Recreation offers variety of events, starting this week

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Campus Recreation is excited to kick off the fall 2024 semester with some exciting events and programs. Check out upcoming events and intramural sports to get involved with this semester.
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Students participating in 2023 OzFest

OzFest daylong schedule announced, parking lot closures set

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The full schedule, as well as information on some parking lot closures, is now available for the daylong OzFest on Friday, May 3.
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New initiatives, efforts supporting first-generation students

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With around 30 percent of SUNY Oswego students the first in their families to attend college, a number of initiatives and efforts are coming together to support this population.
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Antoine Okeke sits outside Hart Hall with the long line of students behind him waiting to try his menu for late night at Cooper Dining Hall. The sun is setting.

Oswego student serves special menu for dining hall takeover

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Antoine Okeke, a senior at Oswego studying tech management, is pioneering a new potential opportunity for students after serving his menu at Cooper Dining Hall.
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Kiari Kendrell Cephus, known globally as “Offset” is a Grammy nominated, renowned and accomplished song-writer, entertainer, and burgeoning business man

SAPB announces OzFest concert headliner

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This year's OzFest concert will feature Kiari Kendrell Cephus, known globally as Offset, a Grammy-nominated, renowned and accomplished song-writer, entertainer, and burgeoning business man. He also is one-third of the popular, multi-platinum rap trio Migos.
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View of the Laker Lounge

New look, new name, new uses for place formerly known as The Space

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The votes have been tallied, and the university’s new name for the student-allocated room previously known as The Space will be the Laker Lounge.
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Video rewind: SUNY Oswego's WTOP hosts first all-women's sports broadcast

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On Feb. 2, 2024, SUNY Oswego's student-run TV station, WTOP, made history with a broadcast team of all women.
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Co-producers Natalie Barden (left) and Jolie Santiago (right) stand in the WTOP studio ahead of the first ever all-female WTOP sports broadcast.

WTOP-10 to air first-ever all-women-run sports broadcast

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WTOP-10, SUNY Oswego’s student-led broadcast station, will air its first-ever sports broadcast with a production team made up entirely of women on Friday, Feb. 2.
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Previous edition of The Saloon taking place outside Mary Walker Health Center and next to Lake Ontario

Saloon session Oct. 25 to provide space to connect through conversation

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The next edition of The Saloon, a student-developed program to create conversations and connections, will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 25, in Mary Walker Health Center.
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Students take part in the Great Pumpkin Run, part of the menu of Family and Friends Weekend activities Oct. 20 to 22

Family and Friends Weekend to showcase campus for visitors

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Relatives and friends of SUNY Oswego’s students are invited to come to campus and experience some unique events during Family and Friends Weekend, running from Oct. 20 to 22.
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Seniors Suzan Bean and Caitlin Marx led the sculpture project titled Potluck that calls attention to the SHOP pantry's services for students in need

Student art project shines light on SHOP services and support

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“Potluck,” a public student art project on the first floor of Penfield Library, shines a light on the services of the SHOP (Students Helping Oz Peers) pantry on campus as well as the issue of food insecurity.
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Matthew, Andrew, and Nicholas Cardi pose in hockey jerseys

‘Hat trick’ of three brothers connecting at Oswego

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A unique family hat trick of three brothers can be seen around campus and on the ice playing with the SUNY Oswego men’s club hockey team.
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Two photos of Emil Sander: as a baseball player for Oswego State and for batting for the Auburn Doubledays

Honors student playing ball near hometown over summer break

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Emil Sander, a sophomore anthropology major in SUNY Oswego’s Honors Program, is pursuing his passion this summer: playing baseball near his hometown for the Auburn Doubledays in the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League.
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Partynextdoor will headline the May 5, 2023 OzFest concert

OzFest on May 5 to feature daytime activities, evening concert

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The annual end-of-year tradition of OzFest will return with free daytime activities from noon to 4 p.m. and an evening concert featuring Partynextdoor and Aux Cord Wars.
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Students in SUNY Oswego’s Management 444 class hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony during an April 11 grand opening for the new Rich N’ Pour Cafe in the Rich Hall lobby.

New student-led, student-run cafe opens in Rich Hall

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A new student-led, student-run cafe -- the product of a SUNY Oswego business class -- held its grand opening celebration in Rich Hall on Tuesday, April 11.
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YouTube star Sean Evans hosts the popular Hot Ones interview show

'Hot Ones' YouTube host to speak on campus April 14

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SUNY Oswego will host "Getting Spicy with Sean Evans," featuring the popular YouTube star, at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 14, in the Deborah F. Stanley Arena and Convocation Hall, Marano Campus Center.
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An Oswego men's basketball player goes up for a jump shot during an NCAA Tournament game

Men's basketball team, standout wrestler continue NCAA journeys

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NCAA postseason dreams continue this weekend, with the Laker men's basketball team playing in the national Sweet 16 of the tournament, while wrestler Charlie Grygas grapples for glory in his third trip to nationals.
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Skiers and snowboarders smile while standing atop a giant snow mound at a past Rail Jam

Rail Jam recreation showcase set to return Feb. 17

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An annual winter tradition bringing outdoor sports to the center of campus, Rail Jam will return from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17.
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Derek Greenfield is a nationally recognized thought leader, speaker, educator and activist committed to inclusive excellence and positive change

Student leadership conference this weekend to build skills, community

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This Friday and Saturday, the Oz Pathway to Leadership - Spring Leadership Conference invites student leaders in organizations, residence hall communities, peer educators and other campus roles to build skills and community in support of individual and organizational growth.
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An annual Music Department Concert is among the highlights for Family and Friends Weekend

Family and Friends Weekend to showcase student excellence

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SUNY Oswego welcomes a variety of visitors for student activities and other events Oct. 21 to Oct. 23 for the return of Family and Friends Weekend.
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ACHA hockeys players in green jerseys with white and gold accents

SUNY Oswego ACHA club hockey team opens season with new recruits, new opponents

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SUNY Oswego ACHA season opener happens on Saturday, September 17th at 7:30 p.m. inside the Deborah F. Stanley Arena and Convocation Hall.
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Video rewind: Color Oswego run/walk

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The Color Oswego run/walk on Friday, Aug. 26, wrapped up the first week of the fall 2022 semester with fun, fitness and a lot of colored powder.
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Video rewind: 2022 Student Involvement Fair

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SUNY Oswego students had the opportunity to learn about, and potentially join, many of the college's more than 200 student clubs and organizations (and to meet a horse) during the Aug. 24, 2022 Student Involvement Fair.
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Jordan Poyer, All-Pro safety for the Buffalo Bills

All-Pro Jordan Poyer to discuss 'My Rock Bottom' on Aug. 30

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Jordan Poyer, an All-Pro safety for the NFL's Buffalo Bills, will talk about tackling a tough off-field opponent -- alcoholism -- during an in-person dicussion titled "My Rock Bottom" at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 30, in the Deborah F....
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Color Oswego run/walk brightens campus on Aug. 26

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The Color Oswego run/walk for fun will unfold on Friday, Aug. 26, at 4 p.m. Color Oswego is an active tour of west campus where participants are splashed with color powder. All participants receive a Color Oswego T-shirt and sunglasses.
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Student Involvement Fair to showcase opportunities on Aug. 24

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An annual fall highlight, the Student Involvement Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 24, will offer students opportunities to learn more about, and potentially join, some of SUNY Oswego's more than 200 student clubs and organizations.
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Move-in Days welcome new members of Oswego family

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More than 1,900 students moved on campus this week, and the college offers a hearty welcome aboard to the newest members of the Laker family!
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Three students hold up stuffed animals they assembled during 2021 Rec the Night new-student welcoming activity

Laker Launch tradition to welcome new students

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The 2022 edition of the Laker Launch program –- welcoming the newest students into the SUNY Oswego family –- will return starting on Aug. 16.
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Student poets connect, publish books, share experiences

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Horane Daley from the Bronx and Rickey Strachan from Brooklyn first met at a poetry camp and later learned they were both heading to Oswego. In their time as Lakers, they have each published two books of poetry, developed a...
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OzFest events unfold throughout day

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The first OzFest in three years unfolds throughout the afternoon and into tonight with a variety of free campus activities culminating in a star-filled evening concert.
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Student Horane Daley holds a copy of his book, The Boy That Wrote Love

Student's second poetry book explores love, heartbreak, healing, self-love

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SUNY Oswego student Horane Daley recently released his second book, “The Boy That Wrote Love,” a collection of poems that explore love, heartbreak, healing and self-love.
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Students on set of OX5 with Al Roker in background on screen

WTOP original production 'Out On Our Own Oswego' to feature interview with Al Roker on series finale

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WTOP original production to feature interview with alumnus Al Roker '76
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Students with Great Lake Review hold a previous edition of the magazine during a release party at the River's End Bookstore

Great Lake Review ready for magazine release party

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SUNY Oswego’s student-run literary magazine, the Great Lake Review, is getting ready for the biannual release party for its newest edition at The River’s End Bookstore on Thursday, May 6.
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Breakout star singer-songwriter Ari Lennox will headline the 2022 OzFest concert

OzFest returns to campus with concert, daytime activities May 6

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The annual OzFest will return on Friday, May 6, with an afternoon of activities culminating in a concert featuring Ari Lennox, B-Lovee and Angelo Mota, starting at 7 p.m. in the Deborah F. Stanley Arena and Convocation Hall.
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The college’s Del Sarte Dance Club with a group photo as they prepare for their spring recital

Del Sarte to host dance recitals this weekend

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The college’s Del Sarte Dance Club looks forward to presenting its spring recital on Friday and Saturday, April 8 and 9, at Oswego High School – its first performances there since spring 2019.
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Faculty and students gather for Yards for Yeardley walk to remember and walk to prevent relationship violence

Registration open for Yards for Yeardley event April 27

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All students, employees, community members and alumni are invited to participate in the 7th annual Yards for Yeardley, walking to remember and to prevent dating and domestic violence.
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Skiers and snowboarders smile while standing atop a giant snow mound at a past Rail Jam

Rail Jam to bring winter sports back to campus quad on Feb. 18

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The Oswego Ski and Snowboard Club will almost literally move mountains to bring the winter sports experience to campus via the annual Rail Jam from 1 to 4 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 18.
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'Return of Del Sarte' recital staging this weekend

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"The Return of Del Sarte" will feature the college's long-running dance company staging shows at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 21 at 2pm in Tyler Hall's Waterman Theatre.
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Large collection of non-perishable goods and other donated items

'Cram the Van' SHOP drive nets great participation; Thanksgiving baskets available

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Campus members came together to “Cram the Van” in the SHOP (Students Helping Oz Peers) event aimed at collecting non-perishable food, clothing and toiletries from students and campus offices to donate to the SHOP pantry.
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Christy Huynh talking with students Alyssa Frantz, a junior, and Aron Rezene, a senior

Christy Huynh officially appointed Dean of Students

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Serving as Interim Dean of Students since February 2021, Christy Huynh has officially been appointed SUNY Oswego’s Dean of Students.
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Michael-Daniel Vodzogbe, an undeclared freshman and first-generation student

Events to celebrate Nov. 8 National First Gen Day

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SUNY Oswego has workshops and a connecting event slated for Nov. 8 to celebrate National First Gen Day, which is dedicated to students who are the first in their families to attend college.
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Counseling Outreach Peer Educators Meghan Werth, Hannah Griffin, Adriana Militello

Counseling Services to host events this week to help combat stress

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SUNY Oswego’s Counseling Services Center is holding events starting today to help students combat stress for International Stress Awareness Week.
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Student volunteers help stock shelves for the SHOP food pantry

SHOP continues to evolve ways to support those in need

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When college students need a helping hand with necessities, the SHOP program continues to find ways to support them.
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Saul Flores talk on Walk of the Immigrants project will be the ALANA Conference keynote presentation

ALANA Conference returns with in-person events, migration theme

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The popular annual ALANA (African, Latino, Asian and Native American) Conference will return with in-person presentations Sept. 21 to 27, as well as a “Migration Stories of Courage” conference theme.
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The team called Participants won the recent beach volleyball tournament

New semester brings relaunch of intramural sports

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The start of a new semester can mean many things for a college student, but for those that like to stay active and love playing sports it means the start of intramural sports.
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Color Run provides colorful fun

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Participants had a brilliant time running and taking in baths of powder in this year's edition of the Color Run on Friday, Aug. 27.
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Student Involvement Fair makes connections

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Video rewind of the Aug. 25 Student Involvement Fair. Thanks to all the clubs and orgs, organizers and attendees!
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Student Involvement Fair returns in person on Aug. 25

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The college's Student Involvement Fair, which allows students to explore some of the more than 200 clubs and organizations on campus, will return to an in-person format from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 25, in the Marano...
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Skylar Bechard

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Skylar Bechard came from Southern California to SUNY Oswego to join a rising Laker volleyball team and a nationally recognized zoology program. She’s one of many student-athletes looking forward to the return of live fall sports contests next week.
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Video: #OzMoveIn 2021

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Freshmen moved onto campus Sunday and Monday, Aug. 15 and 16, with the enthusiastic help and support of student volunteers.
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EOP students enjoy a lunch during their July summer program

EOP welcomes return of in-person summer program

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SUNY Oswego’s Educational Opportunity Program returned to an in-person session this summer, with a robust enrollment in the program that provides access, academic support and financial aid to students who show promise for succeeding in college but who may not...
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Torchlight is an annual ceremony at the beginning and end of the semester celebrating the torch of knowledge, symbolized by participants holding candles

Laker Launch to roll out week of activities for incoming students

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The newest members of the Oswego family will enjoy a week full of activities titled Laker Launch, starting on Aug. 15, to learn more about college life and their new home.
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Three students outside Marano Campus Center for Commencement

Commencement 2021 celebrates nearly 1,000 in-person graduates

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While the 2021 May Commencement ceremonies, May 14 to 16, looked different than previous years, nearly 1,000 graduates and 2,000 guests were able to celebrate the accomplishments of the college's newest alumni.
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Photo of SAVAC ambulance on lakeshore at sunset

SAVAC marks half century of serving campus community

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The Student Association Volunteer Ambulance Corporation (SAVAC) this year marks its 50th anniversary of helping the campus community, after starting as one of the first student-run ambulance companies in the country.
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Hitmaker Trippie Redd will headline OzFest on April 30

OzFest concert Friday to feature Trippie Redd, Snakehips

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The OzFest concert returns in 2021 with a Friday evening virtual show on April 30 featuring hitmakers Trippie Redd and Snakehips.
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In pre-pandemic days, the program now known as Focus Forward -- celebrating its 10th year as a mentoring program -- invited school mentees to tour campus with their mentors.

Focus Forward mentoring program celebrates 10 years of success

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The successful, student-oriented peer-mentoring program Focus Forward is celebrating its tenth anniversary as it continues to cultivate student interest and bring new schools into its program.
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Student Alison Rushanova (left) recently had the opportunity to meet Taeko Kelly of the Office of Career Services, who served as a Quarantine Buddy earlier this semester.

Quarantine and Isolation Buddy program provides connections

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For students, having to go into isolation (for a positive COVID-19 test) or quarantine (for potential infection) is not part of their college plans. But SUNY Oswego’s Quarantine and Isolation Buddy program, aimed at facilitating caring interactions with students who...
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SHOP pantry continues to meet student needs

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Students Helping Oz Peers (SHOP) is a volunteer-staffed pantry continues to support Oswego students’ needs from its base of operations in the basement of Penfield Library.
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Students participate in an Indoor Cycling group workout

Student-taught group fitness classes return

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Student-taught group fitness classes have returned as part of the Fitness Center’s spring relocation to the Marano Campus Center arena.
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Looking for these buds and blooms at Rice Creek is among the planned Wellness Day activities

Wellness Day on Tuesday to offer healthy variety of events

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The college's second Wellness Day -- Tuesday, March 23 -- will offer a day for campus community members an opportunity to unplug or, if they choose, to take advantage of a variety of programs geared toward mental and physical wellness.
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Students use the Fitness Centers relocated into Marano Campus Center arena

Fitness Centers bring wellness to Marano Campus Center arena

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The campus community can find plenty of room to work out with a temporary fitness center in the spacious Marano Campus Center arena, assembled via hard work and teamwork.
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Snow on bridge across stream at Rice Creek

Variety of activities slated for inaugural Wellness Day

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The college’s first-ever Wellness Day -- a break in the compressed spring semester calendar on Wednesday, Feb. 24 -- will offer a day to relax, but also to take advantage of mental and physical wellness activities, ranging from fresh air...
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Game action from a SUNY Oswego eSports Association video

College’s eSports Association continues to foster connections, competition

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While the COVID-19 pandemic has altered countless typical activities, the SUNY Oswego eSports Association continues to foster community and competition for its many members.
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Christine Mosich, Michael Jean and Kristen Eichhorn participate in an Imagine 2021 session

Imagine 2021 sessions boosting students' futures

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The college’s new Imagine 2021 career development program, which began early this month and runs through mid-February, has helped students and recent graduates find solid footing toward their futures.
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Jayvana Perez and Yadi Aranda Burgos won the Eugenio Hostos Scholarship

Two students win Eugenio Maria de Hostos Scholarships

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The Latino Student Union is proud to announce that Jayvana Perez and Yadi Aranda Burgos are this year's recipients for the Eugenio Maria de Hostos Scholarship.
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Sabrina Carpenter has enchanted an audience of millions as a singer, songwriter, actress, designer, and style icon

Performer Sabrina Carpenter to provide free fundraising concert Oct. 2

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Singer, songwriter and actress Sabrina Carpenter will present an exclusive virtual concert for the campus community at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2, as a fundraiser for the Student Emergency Fund and SHOP pantry.
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ALANA organizers holding flags of many nations

Virtual ALANA conference to celebrate diversity, unity and understanding

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While the 34th edition of the ALANA (African, Latino, Asian and Native American) Student Leadership Conference, Sept. 23 to 30, will take place virtually, it will continue a long tradition of celebrating and promoting diversity, unity and understanding.
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Sports directors from WTOP, WNYO and Oswegonian on set of their WTOP TV show

Student media organizations adjust to keep providing content, opportunities

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SUNY Oswego’s award-winning student media organizations The Oswegonian, WNYO 88.9 FM and WTOP-10 TV are adapting in response to the pandemic while still offering students hands-on experience.
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Move-in 2020 offers new look for new and returning students

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Move-in days had a different look and schedule for students and families this fall. Staff and student volunteers worked hard to adapt to how COVID-19 impacted new and returning students moving into their SUNY Oswego homes.
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Oswego sign at college entrance

Virtual Student Involvement Fair set for Aug. 26

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All students are invited to take part in the first-ever Virtual Student Involvement Fair, running 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. via the college's Laker Life website.
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New Student Orientation student staff take part in a virtual meeting

New Student Orientation goes virtual, fosters connections

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The shift of New Student Orientation to a virtual welcome has changed the nature of this tradition, but also offered some benefits, organizers said.
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Zoom grid scene with participants in award ceremony for the virtual college film festival

Alumni step up to help college film festival go on

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The show went on for an annual tradition for cinema and screen studies students thanks to alumni support and the determined creativity of filmmakers in the Oswego family.
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Notes From Home: Abhishek Thapa

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Abhishek Thapa, who won multiple Art Department Awards this semester, discusses why he chose Oswego, working with faculty and what inspires him.
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Notes From Home: Conquering the Challenge

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The Laker women's hockey team took on the popular Toilet Paper Challenge making its way around the internet and had some fun. The players may be all around North America at the moment, but they still show #TogetherOz teamwork.
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Notes From Home: Yards for Yeardley goes virtual

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Yards for Yeardley, an annual daylong walk/run/roll to raise awareness about domestic and dating violence, has been extended into a month-long virtual event, coordinated locally by It's On Oz. Working #TogetherOz, the campus community has already logged more than seven...
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Notes From Home: Men's hockey thanks a special nurse

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Members of our Lakers men's hockey program and their families took the time recently to thank a special New York City nurse and showcase their support of all healthcare workers on the front line. #TogetherOz
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Notes From Home: Staying #OswegoFit

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Looking for ways to maintain your fitness wherever you are? Before spring break, Caitlyn Miller of the Fitness Centers marketing team provided some examples of ways to stay #OswegoFit and #TogetherOz.
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Notes From Home: Del Sarte Dance provides virtual lessons

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The Del Sarte dance club showed how to be #TogetherOz recently when they offered virtual lessons via Zoom to anybody interested. They plan to keep sharing with learners of various levels throughout the semester.
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Notes From Home: Student selected for “American Ninja Warrior”

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Did you know Nicholas Roalef, a senior broadcasting and mass communications major, has been accepted to compete on "American Ninja Warrior"? He beat long odds to make it on the show, but producers likely were convinced by this (awesome) video.
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Laker hockey player celebrates along with Oswego fans

2 playoff games, 1 more #OzWhiteout coming Tuesday

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Both the Laker men's and women's hockey teams will host playoff games on Tuesday, with one contest the renewal of one of the most storied rivalries in college sports.
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Winston Duke, known for roles in Black Panther and two Avengers films, will keynote Oswego's MLK celebration

‘Black Panther,’ ‘Avengers’ actor to keynote Feb. 5 MLK celebration

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SUNY Oswego’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Feb. 5 will feature noteworthy actor Winston Duke as keynote speaker.
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Sugar skull artwork submitted by student Sofia Perez

Tyler Art Gallery to host 57th annual Juried Student Exhibition

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The 57th edition of the popular SUNY Oswego Juried Student Exhibition will open Feb. 4 in Tyler Art Gallery.
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Laker hockey player celebrates along with Oswego fans

#OzWhiteout win: Why Oswego-Plattsburgh is more than a game

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There are hockey games, and then there's what happens when the Oswego and Plattsburgh men's hockey teams renew a rivalry that dates back decades -- with the Lakers' 3-0 win Friday extending the #OzWhiteout tradition.
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Julissa Juarez is among the large group of first-generation students at SUNY Oswego

Campus-wide effort celebrates, supports first-generation college students

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With 29 percent of SUNY Oswego students counted as the first generation in their families to attend college, a new FirstLEAP Coalition for First-Generation College Student Support team on campus looks to both address these students’ needs and celebrate their...
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Laker men's hockey players celebrate a win

Family and Friends Weekend offers variety of activities

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SUNY Oswego welcomes a variety of visitors for student activities and other events Oct. 25 to Oct. 27, for Family and Friends Weekend.
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Students with discounted professional apparel as part of JCPenney partnership

Suit Up event Oct. 6 to help students score professional attire

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Career Services is partnering with JCPenney’s Destiny USA outlet in Syracuse for this year's Suit Up event, which helps students attain professional attire at deep discounts, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 6.
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Students hold flags of many nations at 2018 ALANA Fashion Show

ALANA Student Leadership Conference to celebrate diversity

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With a conference theme of “Decolonizing the Mind,” the annual ALANA Student Leadership Conference at SUNY Oswego, Sept. 18 to 23, will promote empowerment, self-awareness and embracing diversity.
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Video: Students make connections at involvement fair

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The 2019 fall Student Involvement Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 28, gave students the opportunity to learn about and potentially join some of the college's more than 200 student clubs and organizations.
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Video: Move-in Day welcomes more than 2,000 new students

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On a bright and beautiful Friday, more than 2,000 new students and their families moved onto campus for the fall 2019 semester.
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Red Carpet Crew members help move new students onto campus

10 students' tips for Move-in Day

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With Move-in Day for new fall 2019 students coming up fast, we worked with Residence Life and Housing to get tips from 10 students to help as families prepare for this big milestone.
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Students work on patching a roof in Puerto Rico

Oswego continues support of SUNY Stands With Puerto Rico rebuilding

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This past June, a SUNY Oswego faculty member and nine students continued the college’s connection with the ongoing SUNY Stands with Puerto Rico initiative that continues the rebuilding process after the island suffered catastrophic damage from a pair of 2017...
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Shaun N. Crisler -- Oswego’s new assistant vice president for Residence Life and Housing

Shaun Crisler named Assistant VP for Residence Life and Housing

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Oswego Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Jerri Howland recently announced the college appointment of Shaun N. Crisler as Oswego’s new assistant vice president for Residence Life and Housing, effective July 8, 2019.
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Students partake in Stuff-A-Buddy activity at OzFest

OzFest to feature daytime activities, evening concert

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Music, food, games and more will mark OzFest through Friday, May 10, the college's last day of classes.
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Michelle Mourino with her boyfriend David Seecharan

Michelle Mourino learns to build triumph from tragedy

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SUNY Oswego graduate student Michelle Mourino lost both of her parents, but found a will to keep going and succeed -- and a plan to help children professionally.
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Clubs and organizations have a profound impact on our students

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Students can immerse themselves in any of SUNY Oswego's more than 200 clubs and organizations, which allow them to get involved, form connections and develop friendships that will last a lifetime.
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Sports directors from WTOP, WNYO and Oswegonian on set of their WTOP TV show

Student media organizations show strong teamwork in sports coverage

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Even as multiple Laker teams made the NCAA tournament this year, the teamwork of SUNY Oswego’s student media organizations may have reached all-star levels as well.
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Summer math camp paves way for student success

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The Summer Math Success Camp helps incoming students complete degrees in both the STEM and education fields. This free SUNY-funded opportunity sets Oswego apart from many other four-year institutions.
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Students hold up letters B S U

'Black Her-story Month' focuses on women of color

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"Black Her-story Month" is underway at SUNY Oswego -- putting the focus on black women in leadership roles from the civil rights movement to the present -- with several signature events still to come as the college's Black Student Union...
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SHOP campus pantry supports those in need

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SHOP -- Students Helping Oz Peers -- is an on-campus pantry that offers food, clothing and personal items in the basement of Penfield Library.
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SUNY Oswego mental health counselors present data

Student Affairs honored for using data to improve student experiences

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For more than 10 years, SUNY Oswego's Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management has used a data-driven approach to continually improve the performance of its departments to enhance the student experience. The division now has a national award to...
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Mabel Munoz with her mother

December graduate Mabel Muñoz finds fulfillment thanks to having a plan

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One’s personal motivation is unique to all of us. Although, it is common for all of us to become fascinated in achieving our ambitions, the only way to accomplish them is to establish goals and purposely follow through with “a...
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Cesar Figueroa is pursuing his dreams by attending Oswego as a nontraditional student

Nontraditional Students Week celebrates Oswego's adult learners

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Nontraditional Students Week, observed Nov. 5 to 9 nationally and at SUNY Oswego, celebrates a wide array of adult learners from Upstate New York and beyond -- sometimes far beyond -- who enroll at the college in quest of foundations...
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A day in the life: Working in a dining hall

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Around 700 SUNY Oswego students work for Auxiliary Services, which runs dining operations, and most of them work in dining halls. SUNY Oswego News checked out what a day in the life of a dining hall worker is, thanks to...
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Laker men's hockey players celebrate a goal

Family and Friends Weekend to showcase student activities, entertainment

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Family and Friends Weekend will run Oct. 26 to 28, showcasing the artistic, academic and athletic activities of students, while offering a smorgasbord of education, recreation, information, entertainment and food.
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Track and field, cross country teams always work on improvement, fun, family feeling

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For student-athletes on Oswego's track and field (indoor and outdoor) and cross country teams, the experience is all about continuous improvement, fun and a family atmosphere.
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Laker student-athletes packing bags of food

Laker student-athletes support Blessings in a Backpack

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Freshman student-athletes at SUNY Oswego recently packaged 200 bags of food for the local chapter of Blessings in a Backpack.
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Niche: Oswego has best campus food in CNY

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When college search site Niche.com recently looked for the best campus food across America, they found the top college eating experience in Central New York here at SUNY Oswego.
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Presidents of ALANA organizations stand together

Multicultural ALANA conference, 'a huge production,' set Sept. 21 to 29

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SUNY Oswego alumnus and CNYCentral photojournalist Quindell Williams recently presided over the first ever ALANA press conference, crediting the multicultural series of events, his mentors and his work with student-run radio and TV stations with helping launch him on his...
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Video: Student Involvement Fair offers connections, opportunities

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At SUNY Oswego's annul Student Involvement Fair -- this year on Wednesday, Aug. 29 -- students explored opportunities to join clubs and organizations, find their fit and make new friends.
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Video: Move-in Day 2018

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The Friday before classes, #ozmovein for new students welcomes the newest Lakers, family and friends to campus.
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Campus community members take part in Lakeside Yoga

Wellness activities part of campus welcome

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Physical and mental wellness opportunities will welcome new and returning students during 2018 Opening Week activities, also letting students know some of the many ongoing services the college offers.
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Students hold up candles at Torchlight

Range of activities will welcome students to campus

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SUNY Oswego’s Opening Week activities Friday, Aug. 24, to Saturday, Sept. 8, will welcome nearly 2,200 new undergraduate and 350 graduate students to campus while preparing them to make connections and find success.
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Dr. Jerri Howland-SUNY Oswego interim vice president of student affairs

Jerri Howland appointed interim VP of Student Affairs and Enrollment

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SUNY Oswego President Deborah F. Stanley announced today the appointment of Dr. Jerri Howland as interim vice president of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management.
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Video: Why live on campus? 'It feels like home'

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Why live on campus at SUNY Oswego? From a sense of community to convenience to the opportunity to get involved, several students offer their reasons and impressions of the residence life experience.
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Judith Ferguson will take her Oswego degree to an area manager position at Amazon

May graduates ready for next steps

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More than 1,600 students are eligible to take part in SUNY Oswego’s three Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 12, and many have already secured futures in their fields.
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Student climbs an inflatable wall at OzFest

OzFest 2018 to feature daylong activities, evening concert

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SUNY Oswego will wrap up its spring semester with 2018 OzFest on Friday, May 4, with daylong free activities for students and an evening concert featuring H.E.R. and A$AP Ferg.
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Students getting ready to take part in Yards for Yeardley

Yards for Yeardley boosts awareness, prevention of relationship violence

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During Yards for Yeardley, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, April 23, on the academic quad, SUNY Oswego students, faculty and staff and members of the community will walk to remember and to prevent domestic and dating violence on college...
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Nina Agnello and friends

Nina Agnello learns how to lead from challenges, changes

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Nina Agnello, a sophomore majoring in business administration and psychology at SUNY Oswego, has learned a lot about responding to change and challenge.
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Video: Students help community in local Alternative Spring Break

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During a first-ever Alternative Spring Break in Oswego County, student volunteers partnered with local agencies and corporations to serve, support and build a spirited, resilient community.
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Students with discounted professional apparel as part of JCPenney partnership

College's Career Services partners with JCPenney to outfit students

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SUNY Oswego’s Career Services and the JCPenney store at Destiny USA provided an estimated 400 students with an opportunity to purchase professional apparel at a steep discount.
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Laker hockey player celebrates along with Oswego fans

#OzWhiteout ahead: Why Oswego-Plattsburgh is more than a hockey game

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For many fans in the hockey-loving campuses and communities of Oswego and Plattsburgh, the recent Super Bowl isn’t more than the second-biggest sporting event of the month.
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Start Now partnership launches student success

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Start Now, a unique partnership between SUNY Oswego and Jefferson Community College, gets students on the road to success.
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Student ambassador offers tips for admissions open houses

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Coming to Oswego for an open house? Admissions student ambassador Kenny Belvin has some tips to make the most of it.
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Men's hockey players celebrate goal

Family and Friends Weekend to showcase student accomplishments

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SUNY Oswego's Family and Friends Weekend -- Friday, Oct. 20, through Sunday, Oct. 22, will showcase student achievements in academics, the arts, athletics and more.
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Chicken Patty Day: a hot commodity, a cool tradition

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Chicken Patty Day at SUNY Oswego isn't just a meal; it's an event. What is the Oz Chicken Patty and what makes it so popular? SUNY Oswego News student reporter Krystal Cole has the story.
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Student Involvement Fair offers many opportunities

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Why get involved with a club and organization? SUNY Oswego News student reporter Krystal Cole visited the Aug. 30 Student Involvement Fair to find out.
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ALANA organizers standing together

ALANA conference to showcase multicultural fashions, music, dance

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"United We Shine" sets the theme and the multicultural tone for the 31st annual ALANA Student Leadership Conference Sept. 13 to 19 at SUNY Oswego, featuring a peace walk, motivational keynote address, alumni panel discussion, community service project, fashion show...
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Move-in Day video 2017

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A quick video recap for Aug. 25, 2017, Move-in Day for new students.
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Sahar Rajput

Community-minded student honored as Newman Civic Fellow

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SUNY Oswego senior Sahar Rajput, long committed to community service, recently earned a Newman Civic Fellowship, one of only 273 such honors the Campus Compact awarded in 39 states and Washington, D.C.
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DNCE

OzFest to feature evening concert, daytime fun May 5

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SUNY Oswego's third annual OzFest will feature an evening concert headlined by DNCE and a day full of games, food and fun on Friday, May 5.
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#Rokerthon video rewind: Dancing into the record books

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A video rewind of #Rokerthon, how teamwork broke a record and how students played key leadership roles.
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Freshman wrestler Jordan Bushey earns All-American honor

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Freshman wrestler Jordan Bushey's first year included finishing fourth in his weight class nationally for All-American recognition. During this February video profile, he explained his goals, story and preparation.
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College opens pantry to help students in need

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SUNY Oswego recently opened a pantry with food, toiletries and winter clothing to meet a need among college students who sometimes lack these necessities.The Students Helping Oz Peers project—or S.H.O.P. for short—opened its pantry in October and is open from...
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Most culturally, geographically diverse class enters SUNY Oswego

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The most culturally diverse class ever to enter SUNY Oswego also comes to campus from farther outside the region: The class of 2020 includes nearly 300 freshmen from New York City, six from Washington, D.C., and scores of students from...
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Student Involvement Fair invites students to participate

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The annual Student Involvement Fair showcases some of the college's 200+ clubs and organizations. The 2017 edition runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Marano Campus Center.
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We are Oz: SUNY Oswego enrolls its most culturally diverse student population ever

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“I Am Oz” is a statement familiar to most students, faculty, staff and recent alumni of the State University of New York College at Oswego (SUNY Oswego). It is the inclusive and welcoming statement that has been the opener for...
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International time—SUNY Oswego Spanish major Mallory Russell, shown during a study abroad trip to Salamanca, Spain, has applied for a prestigious Fulbright fellowship to teach English in Brazil.

Around 500 students ready for world after December graduation

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Around 500 SUNY Oswego students were eligible to graduate at the Dec. 12 commencement ceremonies, prepared for the next steps in their journeys.Daen Riviere will take his marketing degree into action as a district manager for Frito-Lay in Beltsville, Maryland....
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Students at a round table for Oz Leads

New Oz Leads institute to build on student drive to advance, succeed

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A new SUNY Oswego leadership institute called Oz Leads will launch Sept. 21, helping develop students’ skills for top positions on campus and in life beyond.The 25 students selected for the first Oz Leads will attend a series of 20...
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ALANA conference to celebrate diversity

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The 29th annual ALANA Student Leadership Conference at SUNY Oswego, a weeklong multicultural celebration starting Sept. 19, will feature the ever-popular fashion show, a high-energy motivational speaker, leadership workshops, a gala banquet and a concluding performance by the Williamsburg Salsa...
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College to greet diverse class of 1,500 freshmen

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SUNY Oswego’s enrollment of about 1,500 first-year students for the fall semester will approach and possibly surpass 2013’s class of first-year students—the largest since 1988—and establish a new high-water mark in ethnic diversity.“It’s an exciting time. These are changing times...
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