Ahead of Sunday’s Academy Awards, members of the Dragon Chronicle Staff are offering their complete list of predictions. There have been so many great films released this past year, and audiences around the world are excited to find out just how The Academy voted. No two people feel the exact same way about any film, […]
Turning Point USA Takes Legal Action Against SUNY Cortland Over Campus Access Denial
Turning Point USA initiated legal action against SUNY Cortland following the denial of an official chapter’s presence on campus. On February 22, 2024, Turning Point USA filed a federal lawsuit against school officials and the student government association after an official chapter of the organization was denied a place on campus last semester. The TPUSA […]
Cortland Student Activities Board Wins Big at National Conference
Congratulations to the SUNY Cortland Student Activities Board for receiving the National Boyd Jones Programming Board of the Year award at the 2024 APCA National Conference! The board was recognized for their contributions to the SUNY Cortland campus and the Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities community. From February 15th to 18th, members of […]
Humanitarian Ceasefire Vetoed by the US as There’s a Global Call for Resolution
The United States votes against the UN resolution calling for an ‘immediate humanitarian ceasefire’ in Gaza. This afternoon, February 20th, the United Nations Security Council proposed a resolution of an “immediate humanitarian ceasefire” in Gaza. The United States vetoed this motion. Currently, a battle looms in Rafah, a city in southern Gaza, where more than […]
Fatal Shooting at Kansas City Chiefs Victory Parade
What was an epic celebration for Kansas City has become a devastating loss after a fatal shooting at the Chiefs Super Bowl victory parade. On Wednesday afternoon, following the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl victory, at least one person was killed and 21 others injured, including many children, in a mass shooting. Local police have […]
A Guide to the 96th Academy Awards
Just one month ahead of the 96th annual Academy Awards, aka The Oscars, here’s a guide to the best films that came out of 2023 by a self-proclaimed cinephile. It’s that time of the year again – the Oscars are here! With everything from intense dramas to movies inspired by plastic dolls up for awards, […]
This Barbie Won’t Win Best Director
Greta Gerwig’s ‘Barbie’ earned eight Oscar nominations, yet the key female figures — Gerwig and Barbie herself — were notably overlooked. This oversight begs the question: Did the Academy miss the film’s essence altogether? This past Tuesday morning, the highly anticipated Oscar nominations were announced, gaining the attention of fans eagerly awaiting the outcome of […]
The Best Ways to Get Involved Next Semester
SUNY Cortland is home to nearly 70 SGA-sponsored clubs, with the perfect match for you somewhere in there. From athletic teams to residence halls, there is no lack of opportunities for you to get involved. Finding ways to get involved on campus can be a daunting task, no matter what year you are. Figuring out […]
Never Going Out of Style: 1989 (Taylors Version)
Taylor Swift is reclaiming her masters, gaining ownership over her music. 1989 (Taylor’s Version) is a re-recorded version of the original 16 tracks, a remix with Kendrick Lamar, and five additional tracks that have gone instantly viral. If you haven’t heard, Taylor Swift is the world’s biggest star right now. This is partly in thanks […]
The Nominations, Snubs, and Surprises of the 2024 Grammy Nominations
As Grammy nominations are revealed, the music world buzzes with excitement, shining a spotlight on the standout talents that have shaped each year’s soundtrack. This year holds some pretty exciting nominations, snubs, and surprises. The nominations for the 2024 Grammy Awards are here! The show is notorious for a few surprising choices when it comes […]