TANGERINE
VOL. LXXIX , ISSUE 3 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2025
OPINION
Op-Ed: Why Black student perspectives matter on campus reporting
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NEWS
Power outage disrupts norms on campus
FEATURES
Jackson Lunch Hour Series to feature local talent Johnny Calabrese
Slashed SGA budget sparks student frustration at recent meeting
Elijah Lewis, Staff Writer
A tense debate over student organization funding has raised questions about self-governance at Utica University, after Dean of Students Rich Racioppa confirmed that the administration finalized the student activities budget without approval from the Student Government Association (SGA).
At issue is a $40,000 budget cut to the Utica Activity Board (UAB), which students said came at the expense of dozens of other organizations. Many leaders voiced frustration at the Sept. 24 SGA meeting, saying the decision has cut deeply into their budgets and left them scrambling to figure out how they will operate.
Racioppa defended the move, pointing to months of unanswered requests for input from the former SGA executive board. “I was fourth in line trying to get a response,” he said. “I reached out to two executive officers of the past administration and received no response,” Racioppa said. “Planning for the budget begins in February. By May, we had to move forward without their input.”
According to Racioppa, the administration needed to process more than 50 different student organization budgets, and delays forced his staff to step in.
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“Finally, I heard back 48 hours after graduation,” he said. “But by then, the budget had already been made. You cannot work backwards.”
The dean admitted the cuts were painful. “No one had any joy in what we are doing with this budget,” he said. “I came in and we had to cut tens of thousands of dollars. I can’t have an expectation that this budget won’t drain you.”
According to the SGA board, the situation has been more than frustrating. Student leaders said the process has been marked by a lack of communication and transparency that leaves them powerless. SGA President Evelyn Enriquez was told that the bud-
get will remain frozen except for the finance committee if SGA does not agree to said proposal, while Racioppa maintained that student organizations should “start using [their] money now.” The contradiction has left student leaders with no clear answers on how or when they can access funding.
The impact is already being felt, according to some student leaders. Utica University EMS, one of the organizations facing sharp reductions, is unsure how it will survive the year on just $1,000. Kenneth Murray, Chief of EMS, argued that the group’s budget should not be at the discretion of SGA at all, given the critical services it provides. But for now, Racioppa has held firm that the group must “make due with it”
until next year’s budget cycle. The strain has also begun to erode confidence in some student leadership. Chief Justice Xavier Moore questioned if he should hand in a resignation letter before the close of the meeting, stating that he “feels like a puppet in a play” with no real ability to match action to his aspirations within SGA. His words echoed a growing sentiment among the board that their authority has been reduced to a formality while the administration holds the final say on every major decision.
Matthew Alicea, a senior Sports Management major and aspiring senator, urged the SGA to push back harder. “We should protest the budget and keep voting no until the administration meets us in the middle,” Alicea said. Enriquez and other members said they will not stand for the administration sidelining student voices. They argue that SGA deserves more of a say in how funds are distributed, and that if administrators can override votes at will, then the concept of student self-governance at Utica University may be little more than symbolic. The next SGA meeting will take place on Oct. 8.
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Op-Ed: Why Black student perspectives matter in campus reporting
Elijah Lewis, Staff Writer
When I read The Tangerine’s initial coverage of Charlie Kirk’s death, something felt off. The story focused on students who were shocked and saddened, but it didn’t include perspectives from Black students or cultural organizations on campus. For me, and for many others, it wasn’t just about what was written. It was about what was missing.
Charlie Kirk was not a neutral figure. His record includes racism, homophobia, and transphobia that deeply harmed marginalized communities. Yet the article framed him only through sympathetic voices, even comparing his death to President John F. Kennedy’s assassination. For Black students, that framing did not reflect our reality. To read an article like that at our own university felt like being erased from the conversation.
The fallout also raised a larger concern: how this kind of coverage could affect trust between the paper and minority students on campus. When students of color feel misrepresented or excluded, it doesn’t just shape how they read one article; it can discourage them from ever wanting to write for The Tangerine or to serve as sources for future reporting. That loss would hurt the paper’s credibility and silence important voices before they even have a chance to be heard.
It wasn’t just me who noticed. Black Student Union President Xavier Moore and Jean’i Brantley quickly posted a video to social media demanding that the story be taken down. Within an hour or two, The Tangerine made the rare decision to remove the story from the website. That immediate response reflected the seriousness of the harm the article caused.
The response from the administration confirmed that our concerns were legitimate. Jason R. Denman, Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences, acknowledged in an email that he “cringed” at the article and the photo attached to it. He also stressed that poor editorial decisions don’t always come from malice, but from blind spots. The exact kind of blind spots that happen when Black students and students of color are left out of reporting. In the end, his support and The Tangerine’s action showed that our critiques were not misplaced.
The reporting itself should have gone deeper. Writers need to be more aware of how impactful a death like Kirk’s is, especially given the polarizing and harmful nature of his rhetoric. Awareness isn’t about blame; it’s about responsibility.
That sequence of events, outrage, video response, quick takedown, and acknowledgement, speaks to the larger issue. Representation in journalism is not optional.
When our student paper leaves out perspectives from students of color, it fails to reflect the community it claims to serve. And when it fails, students will hold it accountable.
As a member of BSU and a writer myself, I believe it is our responsibility to ensure that future reporting does better. That doesn’t mean every article needs to quote every group. It means we must recognize when a story touches issues of race, power, or identity, and seek out those perspectives intentionally. Leaving them out isn’t neutral. It creates a narrative that centers only certain voices, often white voices, while pushing others to the margins.
Kirk’s death was going to stir strong reactions across campus. Some students mourned him, while others remembered the harm his platform caused. Both are valid, and both should have been represented. By only including one side, the article flattened the complexity of the moment and left students of color to fill the silence ourselves.
I write this not only for myself, but for BSU and for every student of color who deserves to see their perspective valued in campus reporting. The controversy around Kirk’s death isn’t just about him; it’s about us, about whose voices get heard and whose do not. The takedown showed that when we speak up, we can make change. Now the challenge is making sure we don’t have to fight for inclusion after the fact, but that our voices are sought out from the very beginning.
Editorial - Your campus, your voice: How to reach us when you want to speak out and how we make editorial decisions
Tangerine Board
Many of today’s college students have grown up in households without a newspaper on the doorstep or kitchen table. That’s just reality now. News has been something you scroll past on your phone, not on a newsprint in your hands. For many students, a student newspaper may feel like something from a bygone era. But here’s the truth: a student newspaper is still one of the most important spaces on campus for sharing stories, debating ideas and making sure student voices are heard.
The Tangerine serves many roles. First,
it’s a training ground for journalists—serving as a chronicle of life at Utica University by covering campus events, student government, academic issues and the people who make up the university community. We aim to report accurately and fairly, so you know what’s happening here. Second, we’re a forum for dialogue. That means we don’t just publish stories—we publish your opinions, questions, criticisms and praise, too. So how do you make your voice part of the conversation?
Letters to the Editor: If something in our coverage made you think or want to respond, write us a letter. Letters are usually
brief (about 150–250 words) and respond directly to something we’ve published or a current campus issue. They’re a chance to say, “Here’s another side of the story,” “I agree or disagree” or anything that’s on your mind about the issue. Letters to the Editor will be published as long as they are written in good taste and address a specific issue, not personalities. Avoid personal attacks or name-calling. It’s best to stick to one main point rather than covering multiple topics and the tone should be direct, civil and concise.
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Opinion Pieces: If you want to go deeper—maybe you have an idea for improving something on campus, thoughts on how the administration is handling a policy or any reflections on campus life—you can submit an oped. These are longer (around 500 words) and give space to build an argument or share a perspective. Use facts, logic and personal experience to support your argument, avoid inflammatory language, acknowledge opposing viewpoints while disagreeing and write in a way that invites discussion. Email your letter or
op-ed to tanger@utica.edu. Both pieces must include your full name and connection to the campus (student, faculty, staff, alum), and we’ll follow up. We edit for clarity, accuracy and length, but your voice is what matters most.
We’re here to inform, but also to listen. We can’t do our job without the campus community speaking up.
We recently received negative feedback on our coverage of Charlie Kirk’s death in the Sept. 19 issue. We recognize that we should have included more diverse voices in the piece and have
revised that story for this issue. Black voices should have been included and we regret that error. Also, our response to the Black Student Union video mentioned that we would be covering Trey Reed’s death in the next issue. Using editorial judgement, we decided that it would be best to not cover the story at this time because his death was ruled a suicide and there would not be much more to report on weeks after his death. We recognize that it is an important story and if more information is released on the case, a report will be written. In no way do we want to ignore the
death of Reed, however, as a small campus newspaper, there is not much more for us to add to the story.
The Tangerine is written and edited by Utica University students and they are solely responsible for its editorial policy and content. The Tangerine’s Editor-in-Chief makes all final editorial decisions for the newspaper and website by using ethical news judgment and those are often hard calls to make, especially when we are so understaffed. However, we are here to inform and to listen. Contact us to make your voice heard.
Power outage disrupts the norm on campus
Megan Wright, Editor-n-Chief
On Friday, Sept. 26, the first day of Homecoming, Utica University experienced a power outage in the Academic Quad, causing classes to be cancelled for the rest of the day.
According to Shad M. Crowe, the vice president of Emergency Management & Facilities Operations, a primary electrical wire delivering electrical power to the campus failed in an underground pathway between Lot C and the Academic Quad.
At the time it occurred a loud crack was heard near the front of the Library, caused by the wire shorting out at the point of failure, Crowe said. A significant amount of smoke was visible near a terminal cover in the academic quad area. This was caused by the sheathing that encompasses the wire melting underground and traveling through the pathway to the nearest point of exit (the terminal cover).
A message was sent out to the students, staff and faculty that all in-person classes were canceled for the remainder of the
day. Buildings were swept so that only essential employees were to continue working.
The anticipated timeline for completion of the repairs is targeted for the end of this week. Repair crews are working to remove the damaged wire and clear the underground pathway to allow a new wire to be installed. The pathway and wire run from Hubbard Hall to the front of the Library and power numerous buildings from that feed.
The academic quad area (between Hub-
bard, White, and Gordon Halls) is closed to everyone, except repair technicians due to the work being done.
On Sunday, two emails and UAlert text were sent to the entire University Community advising of the need to avoid that area.
Students walking to classes from the residential side of campus can access all buildings and classrooms through the Gordon Science Center. All entrances and exits remain open on the south side (Burrstone Rd. side) of campus.
of maintenance taking place in Academic
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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s death shocks Utica University students
Tangerine Staff Members
Editor’s Note: This story, originally published on Sept. 19, was reworked to include Black student perspectives.
Charlie Kirk, engaging with a Utah Valley University audience member on his American Comeback Tour, was killed on Sept. 10 in what authorities have labeled an act of political violence. Many Utica University students were left stunned about his death, regardless of where they stood on political issues.
Terrance Jones, a first-year criminal justice major, was at home and sick in bed when he found out that Kirk was killed. First thinking the news was fake, he then noticed that group chats with different friends began popping up on his phone and no one could believe what was happening.
“My jaw dropped,” he said.
After seeing so many memes labeling Kirk as a “rage baiter,” Jones was surprised to read he was actually assassinated.
“What has the world come to?” Jones said. “To assassinate someone who really has no control in anything we do day to day other than to say words?”
First-year student Jonaeilyn Rodriguez, a Business Management major, said she was genuinely shocked and “mindblown” when she heard that Kirk passed away. Her TikTok For You page was filled with videos of his death and peoples’ responses.
“I think that the way people are going around celebrating his death, whether they shared his ideals or not, is an outrage,” Rodriguez said. “Those who are celebrating his death while he has family and friends who are mourning him are just sad.”
As a Christian, senior Briana Ajayi, majoring in public relations, was not a supporter of Kirk’s, but did not believe his life should have been taken away from him.
“I have care for his family and kids as they will see his assassination online when they get older, and it’s already all over the place, and the people celebrating his death online are not okay. I’m not okay with that,” Ajayi said. “I just did not agree with anything he had to say as a person. I still think he was purposefully spreading propaganda and spreading disgusting racist, sexist and homophobic things.”
Ajayi said she also doesn’t like how Kirk’s legions of online fans have now made him a martyr on the internet.
For Communication and Media major Evan Humphrey, Kirk’s death caused him to go outside of social media and check news outlets such as ABC News and The New York Times to get reliable up-todate information. Humphrey knew those organizations would be tasteful in which videos and content they published and did not want to look at repeated graphic videos on social media.
“I hate that this happened,” Humphrey said. “But these are things we talked about in my Censorship and journalism classes because if you’re going into (that field) then you have to consume different kinds of news.”
Humphrey didn’t always agree with Kirk’s viewpoints but respected that he put himself out there and gave people a platform to talk. He said he considered
his death so shocking that it was one of those “where were you” moments like the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
“The way I look at it: Wife, two kids. Just a sad day overall,” Humphrey said.
Biology major Jerry Almas, who is also Outdoors Club president, said Kirk’s death is “absolutely disgusting.”
“We should not kill due to different opinions, and I feel for his children and wife at this time,” Almas said.
While some are grieving over his death, others on social media were seen celebrating and saying he deserved it, which is something many don’t agree with.
“Some are stating that he got what he deserved protecting the second amendment and it was coming, others say ‘I don’t care about that white man’ which is just horrible,” Almas said “People can and should have their own opinions but to find joy in his assasination is disgusting.”
Rodriguez believes the way in which Charlie Kirk died will either negatively or positively impact activists who share his ideas and beliefs.
She added: “Either more activists will rise to the occasion and continue to deliver the same messages Kirk did, or they will avoid speaking their minds due to fear of being assassinated the same way he was.”
Investigation continues into racist North Hall graffiti
Ezra Duffy, Online/Social Media Editor
Racist graffiti that was found in the basement of North Hall on Sept. 15 was promptly removed and an investigation into the incident is ongoing, according to Utica University administration.
Resident Assistant Xavier Moore said he was notified by a student about the graffiti and it was promptly removed in under 24 hours. Moore said resources were provided for students affected by the graffiti.
“It’s disgusting that ignorance still plagues us as a community but I’ve found a deep sense of pride in the students and organizations that have stood up to support each other during these
troubling times,” Moore said.
Dean of Students Richard Racioppa said the investigation concerning the graffiti remains ongoing.
“Should a student or students be identified in connection with this matter, they will be subject to the University’s judicial process,” Racioppa said.
In an email to the Utica University community on Sept. 16, said the university is taking the matter seriously.
“Utica University has a zero tolerance policy for racism, hate speech and other bias-related actions.”
Moore said he was proud of the university’s Campus Safety and Facilities departments.
“Campus Safety has worked very hard to investigate this matter and provide support to those who were affected,” he said. “Similarly, facilities were quick to cover the graffiti and also reach out.”
Gannett Library reduces hours citing staffing issues
Jenna Skutnik, Staff Writer
Utica University recently announced that the Frank E. Gannett Memorial Library will no longer remain open past 10 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, until further notice.
Katie Spires, coordinator of access services, said there are a myriad of reasons behind the decision.
“Usage was low between the hours of 10:00 and midnight, so when staffing issues became critical, it seemed the logical choice to shorten hours,” Spires said.
At this time, there are no plans to extend hours, even during finals week. However, if that changes the community will be made aware.
Although the building will close earlier, library resources remain available online.
“In terms of library resources, our collection of online databases containing both articles and e-books is great, and available at any time using the links on our library website, ” Spires said. “If a librarian’s help is needed, AskUs 24/7 is a text chatbased reference service available any time of the day and also linked on our homepage.”
Many students expressed disappointment with the change, particularly student-athletes whose schedules often prevent them from visiting the library during the day.
Emma Parker, a sophomore special education major and member of the field hockey team, shared her frustration.
“I’m an athlete, so we don’t really have much time,” Parker said. “I know a lot of football players go, and we do too— we go to the library at night because it’s the only time we get.”
Parker kept her request simple: “I love the library, keep it open,” she said.
Deanna Jackson, a junior health and
physical education major and fellow field hockey player, said there is value to the late-night study environment.
“A lot of people are able to focus better in the library,” Jackson said. “It’s a quiet space that you don’t get in other places.”
Looking ahead to finals, Jackson hopes administrators will reconsider.
“They should at least open back up during the final season because that is when most people go to the library in the first place to study,” Jackson said.
“If they don’t have a place to study, well then that’s not good.”
Study rooms at the Frank E. Gannett Memorial Library. Tangerine archive photo.
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Jackson Lunch Hour Series to feature local talent Johnny Calabrese
Jonas America, Contributing Writer
Utica University will soon have the opportunity to watch and listen to Johnny Calabrese, a multi-talented local performer, share his original compositions and lyrics written for the stage from previous projects, alongside his own personal songs from his singer-songwriter soul. Calabrese’s performance is part of the Jackson Lunch Hour Series and will take place at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 22 in the Library Concourse.
From a young age, Calabrese felt a strong connection to acting and music, and what art form combines those better than musical theatre? He said that watching the characters, dialogue, story, emotions and music all coming together to create this synergy that is magical is what made him fall in love with the medium. Close to his heart are shows such as The Wizard of Oz, West Side Story, Heathers, Wicked and Hadestown.
Calabrese said finding inspiration from musical theatre greats as Stephen Sondheim’s ability to make music, lyrics and story become one so seamlessly, Jason Robert Brown command of writing on the piano and his chord progressions. Also, from singer-songwriters like Adele, Taylor Swift, Lana Del Rey, Billie Eilish, Carole King, Burt Bacharach, Joni Mitchell and Billy Joel for their honesty in writing and performing.
“I think I take little pieces from each of these writers as I find my own sound and
voice,” Calabrese said.
When asked about his dream career, whether as a composer, musical director or singer-songwriter, he passionately answered “Can I pick them all?” As his interests are multi-faceted, he excitedly hopes to lead a life where all his passions can harmonize with each other.
Calabrese has been hard at work pursuing his goals. While he attended SUNY Purchase, he collaborated with peers on a variety of projects, helped grow their show choir Crescendo, experiencing growth as a writer, musician and person. He said his time there really gave him the foundation and confidence to continue his love for the performing arts. Working with theatre groups such as Brick 2 Theater Company, Rome Community Theater, Proctor High School and Utica University’s Theatre Department.
In 2024 he held a workshop in Strebel Center where participants read the musical he scored in collaboration with Calista Janicki, titled Crystal Clear. Most recently he wrote the opening number and played the piano accompanying the students who performed at the Homecoming Cabaret this past weekend. After just a short five weeks of the students working with him for the cabaret, they raved about Calabrese’s talent and how good of a person he is, saying that they couldn’t wait to be
able to work with him again.
Continuing his work with Utica’s theatre department, he is also Assistant Music Director for the upcoming musical American Idiot, which will perform in early December in the Strebel Auditorium.
“Performing original music can feel vulnerable, but it’s also an act of connection.” Calabrese said.
Adding that he is very excited about the opportunity to share his work with the community at the Jackson Lunch-Hour Series and he hopes that you’ll be able to be part of that connection too.
Op-Ed: Utica student looks to start new multi-faith discussion group on campus
Wyatt Callahan, Contributing Writer
My goal is to start a multi-faith discussion group at Utica University.
I was baptized in the Christian denomination on Aug. 3 after starting Bible study in March 2025 and before coming here to Utica. I used my limited scripture knowledge to write a paper at my last school, arguing how our president is not acting in good faith to better this country.
In light of recent events, I wanted to
reach out to the campus community and start something more inclusive. Somewhere that would not put a white, conservative, republican on a pedestal; further marginalizing those who are dying due to political violence.
My hope for this organization is to have constructive and respectful conversations about the world, including faith-based discussion. Understanding while we are all different, including our individual perspectives, we are also similar.
Students are vital to Utica University. I for one want to be proud when I am an
alumni. I want to create a space for all to feel heard, so this campus can be the best it can be. The world affects this campus, and this campus affects us.
While I don’t want to control everything this group can be, this is what I strive to create.
The first meeting will be held on Oct. 6. Please reach out to wycallah@utica. edu for more information.
Photo Courtesy of Johnny Calabrese
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Best of Utica Crossword
James Hymon, Contributer
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4. 1977 sports comedy, partially filmed in Utica
7. “Salt City”, 55 miles to the west
9. County that Utica is in
12. Utica road race, biggest 15k in US for a decade
13. Public bus system serving Utica
14. River running through Utica
16. Utica-famous chicken & pasta dish
17. Main street, runs north-south through the city
18. Canal running through Utica
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1. NYS capital, 95 miles to the east
2. Park centered on Bleecker St.
3. Utica theater, opened in 1928
5. Downtown Utica hospital, opened in 2023
6. Utica high school, or one of two parks on Culver Ave.
8. Mountain range north of Utica
10. Train system serving Utica’s Union Station
11. Rome-based newspaper, serving Utica
13. Utica AHL affiliate
15. Utica museum, founded in 1919
17. Utica mayor since 2024, Michael ______
Auditions for December musical “American Idiot”
Auditions for the musical “American Idiot” are Friday, Oct. 3 and Saturday, Oct. 4 at 6 p.m. in Strebel Auditorium.
Auditions are open to all who are old enough for the mature content and a slight preference in casting is given to Utica University students. Show performances are Dec 4, 5 and 6 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. Instead of teching this show the weekend immediately before the show (which is Thanksgiving weekend) teching will take place the weekend of Nov. 22 and 23.
Those interested in auditioning should be dressed to move and prepared to sing any of the following selected audition cuts:
American Idiot (m. 9-39)
Holiday (m. 13-41)
Boulevard of Broken Dreams (m. 5-31)
21 Guns (m. 58-84)
Wake Me Up When September Ends (m. 7-38)
Show performances are Dec 4, 5 and 6 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. Instead of teching this show the weekend immediately before the show (which is Thanksgiving weekend) teching will take place the weekend of Nov. 22 and 23. If you cannot make a physical audition, please reach out to Laura Salvaggio at lmsalvag@utica.edu about how to submit a digital audition, though live auditions are highly preferred. Digital auditions should arrive by the end of Friday, Oct. 3.
