SUNY Oswego Reviews

The authoritarian leadership within this organization is not only evident in the way housing is weaponized to intimidate graduate and professional staff but also in the blatant, public displays of power by senior leadership. The Associate VP has been known to resort to yelling at subordinates in front of their peers, using public humiliation as an intimidation tactic. This is not just an isolated incident but part of a broader culture of fear that permeates the entire organization. Such behavior contributes directly to a poor retention rate, as employees, demoralized and disrespected, find themselves with little choice but to leave. The leadership team operates with impunity, shielded by the VP and their associates, who fail to hold anyone accountable. The lack of oversight and a culture of intimidation has created a workplace where exploitation, control, and public shaming are normalized, resulting in an environment that is not just toxic but unsustainable.

Students sometimes cause issues with the position, but overall many can be handled internally.