President Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on imported goods from countries like China, Canada, and Mexico, are aimed to protect American industries and reduce trade deficits. On the other hand, the increased cost of goods could have far-reaching complications in various sectors, including education. Economic Uncertainty A tariff is a tax on imported goods […]
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Spring Into Action: SGA Club Fair Brings Fresh Opportunities to Students
SUNY Cortland’s Student Government Association hosted their semi-annual Club Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 6 to 8 p.m. in the Student Life Center, providing students with opportunities to explore new interests and get involved on campus. SGA’s Role SGA President Khyla Diggs said that the goal of the event was to help students find “just […]
Stomp Out! A Latino Fraternity is Hosting a Dance Exhibition at Brown Auditorium
Royal Chapter of Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity hosted a strolling dance exhibition in Brown Auditorium, Old Main, on Saturday, February 15th, to raise money for HIV and AIDS causes. The brothers of the Royal Chapter of Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity Incorporated, a culturally based fraternity, hosted the “Stomp Out” event in collaboration with […]
Governor Hochul Plans to Eliminate College Tuition for Eligible New Yorkers
Recently New York State’s Governor, Kathy Hochul, has proposed a plan to get rid of college tuition for those who attend any SUNY or CUNY community college and are between the ages of 25-55. As a part of her plans for the new year, Hochul hopes to create more opportunities for those looking to pursue […]
Body Appreciation Week is Approaching!
Get ready to celebrate and appreciate your body during the upcoming Body Appreciation Week at SUNY Cortland. From February 17-21, join in various activities that will help embrace body positivity and practice self-love. These events are designed to encourage students to love themselves, promote body positivity, and focus on mental health and self-care. Monday, February […]
Graduation is Approaching: What SUNY Cortland Students Need to Know
As the spring semester begins, students are preparing for the next chapter of their lives. For seniors, this is the final semester of their college careers, and while it may feel like the semester just started, graduation is approaching fast. Here are some important steps and resources SUNY Cortland students should know before stepping onto […]
How to Earn Money at School
With busy schedules and abundant workloads, students struggle to find time to earn their own money. However, SUNY Cortland Student Employment Services has helped students find jobs on campus. Career Services, located in Van Hoesen Hall, Room B-5, has created a platform for students to search and apply for part-time jobs and internships on campus. […]
Letter to the Editor: Homelessness in Cortland
To the Editor: It is surely good news that since November 2023 through April 2024, there is now both the Night Time Warming Center (Salvation Army) and the community-funded day time warming space (Grace/Holy Spirit Church [formerly space for the Unhoused at the Cortland Free Library]), covering 24/7, serving Folks Without Homes who can be […]
Letter to the Editor: The Bigger Better Bottle Bill
To the Editor: In 1990 there were over 6,000 landfills nationwide but they are filling up extremely quickly. Now, there are only a little over 1,000 landfills left and those are filling up as well. Seven states will have no more landfill space in the next five years. Here in New York, our landfills are […]
SUNY Cortland Students Gear Up for the End of the Fall Semester
Students find themselves in the annual rush to complete final projects, study for exams, and put the finishing touches on months of hard work. As the fall semester at SUNY Cortland comes to a close, the campus buzzes with the familiar energy of final projects, exams, and the last-minute scramble to hand in work. For […]