As temperatures rise in early April, SUNY Cortland experiences a clear shift. After months of freezing weather, big jackets, and quick walks between buildings, the first warm days bring new energy to student life. This change is happening instantly. Layers of clothes disappear and are replaced with lighter clothing. Students who once hurried to escape […]
When School Spirit Takes Center Stage, What Gets Left Behind?
At SUNY Cortland, athletics are more than just extracurriculars; they define the campus identity. From packed bleachers on game days to the spotlight of athletes around campus, sports play a big role in student life. While athletics create pride and community, it also brings up a point: Does SUNY Cortland’s strong focus on athletics come […]
SUNY Cortland Should Build Mental Health Days Into the Academic Calendar
College students are often told that these years are supposed to be the best time of their lives. At SUNY Cortland, this idea can feel far from reality by the middle of the semester. Between exams, assignments, jobs, internships, practices, and the pressure to plan a perfect life after graduation, we as students are drowning. […]
SUNY Cortland’s Parking Problem Is Failing Its Students
For many SUNY Cortland students, the day does not start in the classroom. Instead, it begins with circling parking lots, checking for empty spaces on the hill, and constantly keeping an eye on the clock. Hoping and praying that today is not the day they end up late or get ticketed simply for trying to […]
Cozy Connections: Staying Social During a Cortland Winter
As the temperature starts going lower and the snow piles start growing outside Corey Union, many SUNY Cortland students may feel the need to hibernate. Despite the cold weather, winter at SUNY Cortland cannot be gloomy and isolating. For many students, this is the time to slow down, bundle up, and find ways to stay […]
Unplug to Recharge: Essential Digital Detox Tips for SUNY Cortland Students
In today’s society, it can seem impossible to escape the screens. Between doomscrolling, online classes, and the constant notifications popping up on your phone, students are spending more time online now than ever before. Phones, laptops, and more have become essential tools for communication, school, and entertainment. As screen time seems to rise, intentional breaks […]
Your Guide to Romanticizing Fall at SUNY Cortland
A lovely change happens to SUNY Cortland as autumn begins. The air is now crisp, the trees are changing colors, and the campus feels like a fall movie. For many students navigating midterms, work, and everything in between, it can be easy to overlook how beautiful fall is here in Cortland. But with even the […]
Finding Your Footing: Adjusting to College Life at SUNY Cortland
Making the step from high school to college can feel like transitioning to a whole new world. For many first-year students at SUNY Cortland, the first couple of weeks of the semester can bring on a total variety of emotions. Being away from home, meeting a new variety of people, and dealing with academics can […]
Finding a Balance Between Social Life and Academics at SUNY Cortland
Some may consider college as a balancing act. Between participating in class, extracurricular activities, jobs, and a need to spend time with friends, it can be overstimulating for some. At SUNY Cortland, the campus is always filled with fun events and opportunities. It is important to find that balance between having a social life and […]
Making the Jump From On Campus to Off Campus Living
For many college students, living on campus is an essential part of college because it helps create friendships, structure, and independence. As students of SUNY Cortland mature and gain experience, they may consider living off campus after completing the required two years on campus. The transition from living in a residence hall to renting a […]