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Community at Our Core

As your hometown university, SUNY Oswego puts community at the heart of our mission. We engage, educate and enrich the region through public programs, events and opportunities that bring university and community together.

The Office of Workforce Innovation and External Relations

SUNY Oswego actively enriches the region through community programs, partnerships, and cultural events that foster engagement and opportunity. The Office of Workforce Innovation and External Relations (OWIER) serves as SUNY Oswego’s gateway for industry, nonprofit, public, private and community partners. Our collaborative efforts support SUNY Oswego's mission while promoting regional economic and social growth.

OWIER

Community Resources

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The Arts

ARTSwego brings programs to campus that enhance the cultural environment of the college and augment academic offerings.

ARTSwego

Athletic Camps

We are proud of our tradition of offering fun, affordable and educational camp experiences for youth of all ages.

Athletic Camps and Clinics

Hosting Events and Conferences

The Department of Campus Events and Conference Services (CECS) helps plan and execute events held on our campus.

Campus Events and Conference Services

Extended Learning

Extended Learning helps non-traditional students launch new careers, build skills or pursue lifelong learning.

Extended Learning

Observatory

Our observatory houses a 16" diameter telescope, used by scholars and researchers and for public telescope nights.

Rice Creek Observatory

Penfield Library

Anyone may visit Penfield Library during regular library hours to use materials, databases and resources while on site.

Penfield Library

Planetarium

The fully digital Shineman Planetarium, used in educational outreach, offers a wide variety of shows to the community.

Planetarium

Rice Creek Field Station

Rice Creek Field Station supports academic instruction, research and public service in environmental education.

Rice Creek

Youth Camps

Our summer programs for children grades K-9 include Exploring Nature at Rice Creek, Sheldon Institute and STEAM camp.

Youth Camps

Campus Recreation Memberships & Day Passes

Campus affiliates can purchase recreation memberships or day passes through our online portal. All memberships (except day passes) include free entry for dependents under 17. Dependents must be signed in at the front desk and accompanied by an adult. Day pass users pay $5 extra for each dependent over age 5. Memberships or passes are available for the following groups:

Spouse/partner of SUNY Oswego employee or student
Dependent of SUNY Oswego employee or student
Retired employee (plus spouse/partner/dependent)
Alumni and their spouse/partner/dependents

Membership Plans

Campus Events and Activities

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Opportunities at Oswego

Find Your Career

Oswego is committed to hiring faculty and staff who will connect with our students and colleagues, while applying your talents and expertise to advance the college.

Employment Opportunities

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Give Back

Explore meaningful ways to give back to the community, grow personally, and build lasting connections.

Community Engagement

Campus Parking

The Parking Services Office aims to keep college community members and guests safe and make traffic flow smoothly on campus. Our parking program follows the New York State Motor Vehicle and Traffic Law, which applies fully on campus. All vehicles parked on campus must have a valid parking permit. Permits may be obtained online via the Parking Portal.

Parking Portal Campus Parking Maps

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