Oswego, NY- Amruta Pital visited SUNY Oswego as part of the Artswego program to showcase her work as a graphic novelist. The event was hosted by Professor Ulises Mejias.
SUNY Oswego is one of many stops Amruta Pital is making. In 2017 Ms. Pital visited Brazil and is planning to visit South Korea in 2019.
At the event, Pital addressed her childhood in India and its influence on her work.
Pital’s book can be found on Amazon or the campus bookstore.
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Plaque commemorates WWI veterans of 100th anniversary of the armistice
OSWEGO, NY — Veterans’ Day 2018 marked a historic time for SUNY Oswego. The brave men and women who fought for our country overseas were officially immortalized in way of a memorial plaque near Sheldon Hall at SUNY Oswego.
SUNY Oswego President Deborah F. Stanley had expressed her utmost sincerity towards this impactful memento and stressed the importance of gratitude for our rights and freedoms as citizens as a result of the armed forces’ bravery and tenacity.
“These were individuals who did not fight on our soil,” President Stanley said. “They went to represent America. They went to fight to guarantee and defend democracy, and to make our way of life insured.”
The plaque honors twenty brave individuals from the Oswego Normal School, including student Jesse Merle Hewitt, who lost his life in France in 1918. Town Supervisor Rick Kaulfuss shared President Stanley’s sentiment and reverence towards those who died for our freedom.
“I think it’s really important to recognize that veterans have contributed a lot to our society in a lot of different ways, and they keep us free,” said Supervisor Kaulfuss.
The public may visit this plaque along Washington Boulevard, aside Sheldon Hall, at SUNY Oswego.
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2nd Annual “Outrun Autism” 5K and Breakfast
by Kimberly Strong
Oswego, NY- April is Autism Awareness Month. The Oswego County Autism Task Force hosted their 2nd Annual 5K and fundraiser to kick off the month on Apr. 2.
Over 160 runners, walkers, and supporters lined up on E 1st St., just outside the Press Box Restaurant at 8:30 AM the 5K. The race’s three mile route worked its way through Oswego’s East Side and Fort Ontario area.
In addition to the race, there was a “Breakfast of Autism Champions” buffet provided by the Press Box for anyone making a $10 donation.
All proceeds from the 5K and breakfast benefited the Oswego County Autism Task Force, an organization that supports autism awareness and creates possibilities for those affected by autism.
The event brought together families and residents of all ages. who have a personal connection with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
““It’s near and dear to my heart,” Special Education Teacher Elisabeth Haight said. “Last year my daughter and I ran, but this year we decided to volunteer and cheer on the racers.”
Race Director Julia Chetney’s son was diagnosed with autism and started the 5K last year.
“There wasn’t a lot of events that support the autism community,” she said. “I was really excited to be a part of this community and this event…People are really excited about it, and grateful.”
For updates on the next 5K and more information, go to the Oswego County Autism Task Force’s website.
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Oswego Nightly News – Monday March 4th 2019
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