The white-tailed deer that inhabit Cortland Waterworks have been a staple in the community. However, there is a part of their story that is not discussed. The Cortland Water Board was the beginning of Waterworks that is known today. In 1883, 14 village residents organized an application to the trustees to form a water works […]
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Cortland Reacts to Kirk Assassination
After the September 10 assassination of Turning Point (TPUSA) founder Charlie Kirk at the University of Utah during his ‘America Comeback Tour,” SUNY Cortland staff and students reacted to the latest political violence. “I’m at a loss for words,” John Suarez, director of the Galpin Institute and advisor to TPUSA on campus said. “And I’m […]
Chance to Win $500 Travel Award at the Study Abroad Fair
Explore opportunities of studying abroad at the SUNY Cortland annual Study Abroad Fair this upcoming Friday with a chance to win $500 Travel Award. The Study Abroad Fair will give students the opportunity to learn about the international programs, meet with fellow peers who have studied abroad in past semesters and even the chance to […]
Dragon Bus: Track Your Ride in Real-Time
The long-awaited Cortland bussing app has been released and its game changing for SUNY Cortland students. After months of uncertainty, students were overjoyed to see the launch of Suny Cortlands new bus tracking app, Dragon Bus on Sept. 2, 2025. Dragon Bus is a collaboration between Suny Cortland and Peak Transit, which specializes in Intelligent […]
The Class of 2029 is off to a Great Start
Students from the Class of 2029 are gearing up for an exciting semester at SUNY Cortland. Towards the middle of the first month of school, the Class of 2029 is proving that their SUNY Cortland experience is off to a good start. The Student Life Center is lively, campus clubs are in recruit mode again, […]
Bringing Flavor Home: New Soul Food Spot Expands Cortland’s Culinary Scene
Introducing a multicultural menu that highlights Latin cuisine, soul food, and a mix of global flavors, Crisol 607 held a soft opening recently following nearly a year of preparation. For many in Cortland, the arrival of Crisol 607 represents more than just another place to eat—it marks a step toward expanding the community’s cultural and […]
Cortland Standard’s ex-Managing Editor on Paper’s Closing
The closing of The Cortland Standard, which had been around for almost 155 years, marked a major change for the community and for the people who worked there. As one of the last remaining independent newspapers in New York, its shutdown left a big gap in local news coverage — and a lot of questions […]
Summer Eats Are Back: Food Trucks and Ice Cream Treats Around Cortland
As the temperature rises, outdoor food options on and off campus are beginning to open for the start of the summer season. Cortland’s own food truck, The Red Dragon Wagon is back until the end of the semester. The opening of Footie’s Freez and The Frosty Caboose also have students excited for the season. The […]
Tackling Community Service: Cortland Women’s Rugby Gives Back Through the Big Event
This year’s Big Event saw hundreds of SUNY Cortland students who volunteered their time and services as part of a campus-wide effort to give back to the Cortland community. The Peace Frogs were one of many sports clubs, varsity athletics, Greek life, and campus organizations who participated across 44 job sites, according to the SGA […]
Checking In on AI at Cortland
As professors everywhere are trying to embracing AI’s usefulness while avoiding the downsides in teaching and learning, communication and creative writing professors are struggling with keeping personal pieces, personal. AI in COM and Creative Writing “I see it occasionally in somebody’s personal reflection piece,” said Kathleen Lawrence, a professor of Communication and Media studies. “It’s more […]