With the end of the semester approaching, Campus Technology Services is preparing the Student Evaluation of Teaching (SET) surveys. Here is the schedule of their release for the fall semester:

From Nov. 4 through Nov. 18, in recognition of Hunger and Homelessness Week (Nov. 17 to 23), the (Students Helping Oz Peers) SHOP pantry and Empire State Service Corps Members are hosting a food drive to collect items for SHOP's Thanksgiving basket distribution.

Donation drop-off sites include the Culkin Hall lobby, the Penfield Library lobby, the CSTEP Office in 398 Shineman Center, the Compass in 145 Marano Campus Center and the Point in 131 Marano Campus Center.

SUNY Oswego's FirstLEAP Committee invites the campus community to a First-Generation College Student Social from 1 to 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8, in 215 Penfield Library and Speakers' Corner. All are welcome to come for a few minutes or stay for an hour (or two) to enjoy games and the company of fellow first-gens (and allies).

This November, the State Employees Federated Appeal (SEFA) campaign will partner with University Police Lt. Kevin Ermann to raise money for the Blessings in a Backpack Oswego Chapter.

Blessings in a Backpack is a national organization that helps feed hungry students on weekends and holidays throughout the school year.

The number of children relying on this service locally has grown from 50 in 2013 to around 250 in 2016, and has since doubled as the cost of food has also risen significantly, organizers said.

Penfield Library opened its new Podcasting Room this fall. Students, faculty, and staff can reserve the room through the library’s website.

But what is this room like, how does it work, and who finds it useful? Assistant Library Director Emily Mitchell set out to learn more by creating her own interview podcast. She talked to:

Mary Walker Health Center invites students who are passionate about making a difference to an open discussion today where everyone is welcome to voice their thoughts on their services, from noon to 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1. 

This is an opportunity to discuss concerns, bring new ideas and initiatives, and to learn more about services by visiting the Student Health Advisory Committee table in Marano Campus Center.

A collaboration between Penfield Library, student researchers and Technology Education led to digitization of an important resource recently.

The Retired Seniors Volunteer Program (RSVP) of Oswego County is thrilled to announce the award of a $30,000 grant spread over three years from United Way of Greater Oswego County. These funds will contribute to RSVP’s ongoing work of engaging seniors aged 55 and up in volunteer service that meets critical needs in Oswego County.

The grant will support recruitment, volunteer tracking and retention, as well as marketing efforts, allowing RSVP to benefit more Oswego County residents over the next three years.

The second-to-last on-campus flu and COVID Moderna vaccine clinic will be held Tuesday, Oct. 29, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Swetman Gym. Organizers encourage people to sign up to secure a spot and to help keep themselves and the campus safe.

If unable to make it today, an additional opportunity exists for a clinic from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20.