Yesterday, all members of the campus were informed that the college will conduct a test of the college's emergency communication systems on Thursday, Oct.

SUNY Oswego will conduct a test of the college's emergency communication systems today (Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021).

At approximately 11:20 a.m. this morning, the college will send messages via NY-Alert, the college website, campus phones including classroom and conference phones, teaching station computers, emergency broadcast system outdoor speakers and digital signage.

The Student Association will stage its inaugural "Oz Got Talent" show from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 12, in the Marano Campus Center auditorium -- but first they seek a variety of talent to make the show come alive.

Organizers said they are seeking musicians, singers, dancers, rappers, comedians, magicians, artists, STEM majors and more, with an online submission due by Nov. 3. That form asks applicants to submit a video or photo related to their talent. Students, faculty and staff are all invited to take part.

The college’s first-ever Publishing Festival -- 3 to 4:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 29, in the Marano Campus Center auditorium -- will help students learn more about the publishing industry from those working in the field, including two alumni. Refreshments and prizes will be included.

Apple will release its new operating system macOS Monterey version 12 on Monday, Oct. 25. CTS is currently testing the new release for compatibility with our wireless and wired networks as well as specific campus software. At this point, CTS urges Mac users not to upgrade until they are confident it works. CTS will send an update on testing results as soon as they know more.

The State Employees Federated Appeal (SEFA) committee seeks groups in departments, offices or floors to let their creativity flourish while developing themed baskets for the hybrid Baskets of Caring fundraiser.

As a mark of respect for General Colin Powell, who passed away on Monday, Oct. 18, 2021, and his life of service to the Nation, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. has directed the flag of the United States be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset on Oct. 22, 2021.

In a Proclamation on the Death of General Colin Powell, President Biden wrote:

Take Back the Night, the longstanding annual evening that promotes taking a stand against sexual violence, returns to SUNY Oswego on Wednesday, Oct. 20.

Sponsored by the Women's Center, the evening's events will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Marano Campus Center food and activity court where participants can make posters until around 6 p.m.  Performances by SUNY Oswego’s Gospel Choir and Del Sarte Dance Club, plus spoken word poetry and guest speakers, will follow.

The evening will culiminate with a traditional march across campus.

Students can learn more about, and meet supervisors from, potential internship opportunities at the On-Campus Internship Expo from 3 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, on the Marano Campus Center concourse.

SUNY Oswego has 38 campus departments with more than 45 on-campus internship programs, many of whom will have representatives at the expo. Attending this event will allow students to connect directly with supervisors, learn about their programs and hear firsthand from students currently completing academic internships with them.