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Grad Studies to offer CoJourn info session

December 6, 2023

Understanding the unique challenges and opportunities that come with pursuing an advanced degree, Graduate Studies is excited to offer a virtual information session about CoJourn, a groundbreaking platform designed to enhance the graduate journey, from 1 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 12.

CoJourn is not just a tool; it's a transformative experience tailored for graduate students. Those attending can expect to gain the following from this information session:

Free refreshments available at Penfield Library this week

December 6, 2023

Penfield Library, the Office of the Dean of Students and Auxiliary Services invite all students to fuel up for finals at the library. Free snacks and beverages will be available on the first floor of Penfield Library starting at 4 p.m. each day on Monday, Dec. 11, and Tuesday, Dec. 12. Refreshments will be available while supplies last.

The library also offers extended hours during finals week:

Celebrate December graduates at a Commencement Eve Reception

December 6, 2023

The campus community is invited to celebrate and officially welcome the newest graduates, the December Class of 2023, into the Oswego Alumni Association at a Commencement Eve reception from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Sheldon Hall ballroom.

Advance registration is required by Dec. 8. See more details about the event and register online at alumni.oswego.edu/decemberreception23.

Awards + honors

Oswego CSTEP director selected to prestigious SUNY Hispanic Leadership Institute

December 5, 2023

Christina Vasquez, the director of SUNY Oswego’s CSTEP (Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program), was recently appointed as one of 11 emerging Hispanic/Latinx leaders and allies to become fellows for the 2024 SUNY Hispanic Leadership Institute (HLI) class.

Arts + culture

Student finds voice in publishing book of poetry

December 5, 2023

Student Aliyah Wright, a junior majoring in history with a minor in journalism, is reclaiming her voice with the publication of her collection of poetry.

CTS Cyberbits: Break and vacation awareness

December 5, 2023

CTS Cyberbits is a monthly column on cybersecurity that contains information on how to protect yourself online and new emerging threats to be aware of. In this month’s edition, Campus Technology Services will cover break and vacation awareness.

Breaks between semesters are, for many, a time to take a vacation to relax and regroup. However, during this time of rest and relaxation, many cybercriminals will spring to action. With cybercrime at higher-than-usual levels during holidays and the start of a semester, it is important to keep the following in mind:

Observances happening during December

December 5, 2023

December is the final month of the year and the time to welcome the winter season. December can be a time of reflection on past experiences and, for others, it is a time of celebration. While everyone will have different emotions about this season, acknowledging this allow everybody to seek a better understanding of one another.

Two alumni innovators to receive SUNY honorary doctorates, speak at December Commencement

December 4, 2023

Two SUNY Oswego graduates with careers marked by innovation and service will each receive a State University of New York honorary doctorate degree and speak at the university’s December Commencement on Saturday, Dec. 16.

Faculty Scholarly and Creative Activity Grant awards announced

December 4, 2023

The Fall 2023 round of the Faculty Scholarly and Creative Activity Grant application/review process resulted in seven proposals selected for funding by members of the Scholarly and Creative Activity Committee, and ultimately approved for funding by Provost Scott Furlong. The funded proposals added up to nearly $19,000.

The funded proposals are as follows:

Student Scholarly and Creative Activity Grant winners announced

December 4, 2023

The fall 2023 round of the Student Scholarly and Creative Activity Grant application/review process has concluded, with eight proposals approved for a combined total of nearly $7,900 in funding. Members of the Student Subcommittee of the Scholarly and Creative Activity Committee reviewed all the proposals and ultimately approved the following for funding via Provost Scott Furlong:

Parental Secure Base and Safe Haven Support in LGBTQ+ Emerging Adults
Student: Cassandra VanDamme
Faculty Mentor: Matthew Dykas, Psychology