As the newest members of our democracy, young adults’ voices are especially important this election season. For many college students, this will be their first chance to vote in a Presidential election, giving them the power to influence key issues that affect their lives. From climate change to student debt, young voters have the opportunity […]
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West Campus Appartments BBQ!
As summer comes to a close and fall approaches, West Campus Apartment Residents at SUNY Cortland ended summer in perfect spirit by having a BBQ! With students now settled in after completing their first month of the semester, it was the ideal opportunity for a community event where neighbors could connect and become friends. Students […]
Staying Smart and Safe This Halloween
As the leaves begin to fall, excitement for Halloween starts to build on college campuses all over. Halloween is a great time to let loose and have fun, as well as a chance to take a break from the pressures of midterms. Students across the country enjoy the opportunity to celebrate with costumes and parties. […]
Hurricane Helene: A Catastrophic Multi-State Disaster
Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc in the southeast, making its way through South Carolina, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Virginia, resulting in significant loss of life and widespread destruction. As communities struggle with the aftermath, the full extent of the damage continues to unfold. The hurricane has claimed at least 69 lives, with many individuals still […]
Places to Visit During Parents Weekend
SUNY Cortland is excited to welcome families from near and far for this year’s Parents Weekend, happening from October 25th to 27th. The weekend is packed with activities, local attractions, and opportunities for students to give their parents a taste of life at Cortland. Whether you’re showing off your dorm room, walking around campus or […]
Student 2024 Presidential Debate Watch Party
On Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, students at SUNY Cortland came together to watch the highly anticipated 2024 presidential debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. The event, held at the Corey Union Fireplace Lounge at 9 p.m., was one of the many campus events aimed at fostering social interaction and student […]
SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. Visits Cortland to Discuss the Importance of Voting
On Tuesday, September 17th, SUNY Chancellor John B. King held a panel regarding voting registration. The panel included: Dr. Emilye Crosby, Dr. Joseph Anthony, and Dr. Bekeh Ukelina. About the Panelists Dr. Emilye Crosby, Dr. Emilye Crosby, a faculty member at SUNY Geneseo since 1995, concentrates on African American studies and the modern Civil Rights […]
College Students’ Mental Health Suffers from Constant Usage of Social Media
In recent years, students’ mental health has been in decline because of the fear ofmissing out due to the overconsumption of social media. Seeing all of their peers on social media many college students feel that they need to compete or live up to their peer’s standards. The more students spend on social media the […]
Viral Social Media Hoax Causes Public Fear
Cortland, NY – The Cortland Police Department put out a statement of a recent social media hoax that has caused concern on campus throughout the community. According to the CPD, a viral post claims that a man pretending to be in distress and homeless has been attacking people in the area. Authorities have confirmed that […]
Campus Construction: What’s Completed and What’s Coming
SUNY Cortland continues to make improvements to all aspects of campus through new construction projects. At this time, four campus construction projects were finished over the summer, one is currently in progress, and two are planned for the future. This past summer, Cortland checked multiple projects off its list and revamped several parts of campus. […]