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Upcoming changes to Google Drive file links, Backup and Sync

July 28, 2021

Google has announced two changes that will impact the web addresses used to share some Drive files, and its Backup and Sync service.

Security update for some Google Drive links, to be completed by Sept. 13

Google is applying a security update to some Google Drive file links to make sharing links more secure.  The web address used to share a document will change to include a resource key. Note that Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Forms files are not impacted by this change.

Parking Office adjusting hours; permits available in advance of fall

July 28, 2021

The Parking Office, located on Route 104 just east of the college entrance, recently adjusted its hours. The office is open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a lunchtime closing from noon to 12:30 p.m.

Parking passes are still available via the Parking Portal website, which you can pick up during the above hours or request to have it mailed. If you choose to have it mailed, please be sure the address is correct and allow 7 to 10 business days for mailing.

People Search change to enhance information security

July 28, 2021

To better protect students, faculty, and staff and improve the information security of the campus community, People Search will only be available to users with a valid LakerNet ID. Currently, People Search is publicly available and is therefore susceptible to common tactics used by bad actors/hackers like screen scraping where a program/bot collects all contact information listed.

Research

Cardinal study gives flight to undergraduate research opportunities

July 27, 2021

Every morning along the trails of Rice Creek Field Station, a faculty member and three students set out for a unique research opportunity that examines ways cardinals adapt to humans in different environments.

Kaushal Joshi

July 27, 2021

Kaushal Joshi, a junior dual major in anthropology and in global and international studies from Nepal, is a Laker Leader captain who is passionate about his academic interests and in making a difference for the campus and the world.

July 28, 2021

July 26, 2021

Read about several Chancellor’s Award winners receiving prestigious statewide recognition for meritorious service, as well as faculty and staff publications and presentations.

Flexible Spending Dependent Care Advantage Account extended for 2020

July 23, 2021

The grace period for the 2020 Flexible Spending Dependent Care Advantage Account plan year has been extended. Employees can now submit claims for expenses incurred between Jan. 1, 2020, and Sept. 15, 2021, for reimbursement from their 2020 Dependent Care Advantage Account (DCAA).

Welcoming Torchlight returns in-person on Friday, Aug. 20

July 23, 2021

SUNY Oswego’s prominent tradition of the Welcoming Torchlight Ceremony will resume as an in-person event this year to kick off a renewing slate of fall activities.

Community

Canal Forest Restoration Project at Rice Creek Field Station offers free trees to public

July 21, 2021

The Canal Forest Restoration Project (CFRP) at SUNY Oswego's Rice Creek Field Station is on a mission to restore native tree species to New York State’s canal regions and is seeking help from the public in receiving and planting trees.

Awards + honors

Sherri Devercelly receives Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Classified Service

July 20, 2021

Described as an “invaluable asset” to SUNY Oswego, Sherri Devercelly of facility services has earned the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Classified Service.