Cardinal Points

Campus in mourning

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Friends, family remember Joshua Szostak.

Newspaper theft denies community right to know

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

When people steal the paper, the community goes without news.

Drownings may not be accidental

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Recent findings may link the death of Josh Szostak to a series of alleged nationwide murders, but officials have rejected the theory.

Still happy to not be graduating this summer

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Students are so adapted to the school schedule that it'll be hard after graduation

Without genetically modified food many people may starve

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Genetically modified food could increase the global food supply and help the global economy.

Genetically modified food is shortsighted solution

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

GM food may have unforeseen repercussions.

ROTC program raises questions on morality

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Students and faculty share mixed opinions on the Army ROTC program at Plattsburgh State.

Paper availability drops due to conservation research

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Student Association has been pulling Cardinal Points off its racks in order to explore the potential paper wastage caused by leftover copies of the publication.

ROTC enrollment on the rise

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The number of students enrolled in the Army ROTC program at Plattsburgh State has doubled since its Fall 2007 inception, and Lieutenant Colonel Douglas Goodfellow, chair of the military studies department, expects the numbers to keep increasing.

Administrators formulate strategic plan to address weaknesses

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In the upcoming months, certain key administrators and faculty members will be working to address issues to strengthen the PSUC campus as part of the new Strategic Plan.

Police Blotter

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Police Blotter

Lottery investments could benefit students

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Gov. David Paterson wants to lease a portion of the New York State Lottery to private investors in an effort to create an endowment fund for SUNY and CUNY.

New grant available for future teachers

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education (TEACH) grant has been added to the federal aid programs at PSUC. It exclusively for students pursuing an education degree and preparing themselves to work as teachers after graduation. This federal aid program is a stimulus for students to work as teachers in high-need fields of teaching such as bilingual education and English language acquisition, mathematics, foreign language and science.

Nu Theta Gamma fraternity increases eight times over

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Just a few weeks ago, with only two active members, Nu Theta Gamma's outlook was bleak. Now, there are 16 active members going through the New Member Education Program, which is commonly known as pledging.

Softball to face Buffalo State

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

For the second year in a row, the Bengals face PSUC with their season on the line. The Lady Cardinals handed the Bengals their second tournament loss last year, eliminating them from the playoffs.

Baseball to play Cortland in first round of playoffs

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Making the playoffs is all well and good. Having to play the top-seeded team, which carries a 29-game winning streak, at home, in the first game? Not so good.

Lynch to face off against own runners

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Fueled by a Facebook Event Group, Track and Field Head Coach John Lynch will square off against Cardinal middle distance junior Ben Jackson over 800 meters as well as a slew of talented Oneonta runners.

Stafford Arena renovations underway

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Construction is now underway at the Stafford Ice Arena, and Cardinal hockey fans should expect a drastic change next season, saying goodbye to the traditional bleacher-style seating and welcoming individual theatre-style seats.

Leitze wears 'J' in memory of friend

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

PSUC softball player Jaclyn Leitze battled through much adversity throughout her childhood, but flourished on the softball field during her four year softball career as a Cardinal.

Lacrosse fails to qualify for playoffs

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

It was an exciting, but disappointing finish to the Plattsburgh State men's lacrosse team this season as the Cards (8-8, 4-3 SUNYAC) failed to qualify for the SUNYAC playoffs.

PSUC student-athletes succeed academically

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Before an athlete can score a goal, run a marathon, or hit a homer at Plattsburgh State, they have to hit the books and hit them hard.

IN THE CARDS: Billy Davis

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Wiffle ball is a fun game. It can be played by everyone at a family picnic. It's a great time on the beach. It's a sport most anyone can play. That is, of course, unless you are playing against Billy Davis.

Director of sports medicine active on and off campus

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

For 32 years, Dr. Merritt Spear has been a fixture at Plattsburgh State. He began as director of health services in 1976 and became director of sports medicine following his retirement in 1993.

Art student profile: Kaycee McLean

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

When one thinks of art, materials such as paintbrushes and clay for sculptures might come to mind. But one of the most effective tools of creating art is by capturing it through the lens of a camera.

Recipe: Beerbeque

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Beer, friends, and good food are the essential elements, yet a good beerbq also has fun activities for the guests and music.

Confessions of a broken vagina

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Alyssa confesses her sex problem: lack of orgasm.

Cribs: Editors eat, sleep in CP office

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

In the Cardinal Points crib, there are editors pulling long hours, and staff members being assigned stories. Although it seems hectic at times, the order emerges from chaos and an issue like the one in your hands is finally printed.

Cribs: Editors eat, sleep in CP office

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Cribs: Track house home to thirsty travelers

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Located near the top of Broad Street, this place has housed track members of the past and present, and is a popular place to hang out.

Sophistication in college wine-ing?

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Ira Barry, wine maker for the Goose Watch Winery in Romulus, NY, however, said there has been a definite increase in wine drinking among college students in the last 10 years.

Senior's send-off: Class of 2008 says goodbye to PSUC

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

No one told you that time would slip through the cracks of your fingers, like sand.

PSUC's online magazine goes to print

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

If you have not seen the newest edition of All Points North, then you better take a look. It brings a new medium to Plattsburgh State's journalism program as it is the first edition to be printed since APN started online in December 2001.

Family affairs: PSUC professors who bring school home

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Interpersonal relationships don't necessarily affect the abilities of PSUC faculty to complete their jobs. In the end, however, blood does run thicker than the ink of a distinguished professor's pen.

Study well, survive finals week

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Whatever the method you use come finals season, make sure you have your head on right once the tests start to begin.

Stay in touch with friends

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

The most personal and effective way people stay in touch with each other is through the cell phone - or a telephone if you're old-school. Its purpose has become two-fold over the past years, enabling you to talk to or text message your friends.

'Harold and Kumar' strike again, funnier this time

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

This hilarious sequel to the popular "Harold and Kumar Go to White Castle" is sure to delight most audiences, while most likely offending the rest.

CD Review: For My Friends

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Hoon could pull off the dreary and whiny attitude of Blind Melon, but it seems at though Warren will be hard pressed to live up to the original.

CD Review: PSUC student Jared Bashant's Untitled album

Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Plattsburgh State student Jared Bashant's self produced, untitled album, reflects his calm, yet subtly energetic and shy persona.