Conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s death shocks Utica University students, making them consume news
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Utica University adjusts to shift in international student enrollment
Amal Adir, Staff Writer
Recent reports of a sharp decline in Utica University’s international student population may not tell the full story.
Last year, the university enrolled about 200 international students. A recent Morning Mention suggested that the number has fallen to around 40. However, Elizabeth Nassar, Utica’s Director of Academic Business Development and Principal Designated School Officer for international students, said that figure is misleading.
“The numbers circulating are not accurate,” Nassar said. She explained that the university does not impose a cap on overall international enrollment, but undergraduate enrollment this fall came close to the target set for that category.
“In terms of undergraduates, we’re just under the cap, so the change there isn’t as dramatic as it may appear,” she said.
Nassar said the most significant decline is in the graduate population, which was more directly affected by Visa pauses and other
global enrollment challenges. She added that the university is working with the provost’s office to review the situation and support international enrollment moving forward.
For students, the shift has still been noticeable. Revati Nishant, president of the International Student Union (ISU), called the smaller community “bittersweet.”
“As the president of the International Student Union, it’s tough to see the drop in international student numbers, especially
since I’ve had the privilege of meeting so many new faces and was excited for a more vibrant, diverse community,” Nishant said.
“While we recognize the challenges this decline poses, it also makes us feel fortunate and more connected to the opportunity we’ve been given.”
Nishant added that international students remain committed to contributing to Utica’s campus life.
“Whether we’re from India, Pakistan, Korea, Ghana, or elsewhere, we understand how meaningful it is to study abroad,” she said.
“Each of us brings a piece of our home countries, and we see this as a responsibility to make the most of the experience. Despite the drop in numbers, we remain a resilient group, and we never take this opportunity for granted. Looking ahead, Nishant said ISU’s role will be to foster inclusion and help international students integrate fully into the campus community.
“We want to ensure that international students feel on the same level as their peers,” she said. While the graduate decline reflects broader national challenges in international higher education, including stricter Visa requirements, financial barriers and global competition, Nassar emphasized that Utica remains committed to welcoming international students.
“We value the diverse perspectives and experiences they bring,” she said. “Our goal is to continue making Utica a place where international students can thrive.”
President of the International Student Union, Revati Nishant, at a recent Utica University event.
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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s death shocks Utica University students, makes them consume news
Conner Scharbach, Staff Writer
Grace Christopher, Staff Writer
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 and angry about his death, regardless of where they stood on political issues.
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.”
The speed of social media helps public understanding because viewers get to see what they are looking for whenever they want the information, according to Rodriguez.
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-to-
date 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 said Kirk’s death made him think of President John F. Kennedy’s assination because never in his lifetime has he witnessed “something so crazy.” Humphrey didn’t always agree with Kirk’s viewpoints but respected that he put himself out there and gave people a platform to talk.
“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 Kick 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.”
Student Athlete Q&A: Meet Trinity Bailey from the volleyball team
Grace Christopher, Staff Writer
When did you start playing volleyball and what attracted you to the sport?
I started playing volleyball in 7th grade, volleyball was gaining a lot of traction, and my high-school team was getting attention in the school. I almost didn’t try out, but my mom convinced me at the last minute.
Who are your biggest inspirations or role models and why?
My mom is my biggest role model in my life as she is such a source of strength and joy in my life. My biggest volleyball inspiration has been Kathryn Plummer
since I was a kid.
How do you prepare for a game?
Listening to music, talking to my teammates and eating pretzels!
Is there anything different about this season so far and why?
I am an upperclassman this season so that has been a little bit of an adjustment navigating that new role on the team. What is your favorite Utica volleyball memory?
I don’t think I could choose one! I just love to be a part of the team and make memories on and off the court.
What are the biggest challenges student athletes face?
Juggling all the different roles they must fill. We’re students, athletes, friends, family members, employees etc. It can be difficult to make sure you’re doing well in all those aspects, while still taking care of yourself.
What are your future plans or career goals?
I am planning on becoming a licensed social worker.
What advice would you give to a firstyear Utica student?
Enjoy it, the time does go faster than you think it will. You won’t be able to be in this environment and with these people forever.
Photo courtesy of local vigil held in New York Mills, NY.
Center for Career Readiness starts semester with new director and initiatives
Conner Scharbach, Staff Writer
Carly Bonaventura was recently named the new director of the Center for Career Readiness and has many plans in the works for the fall semester and future.
The mission of the Center for Career Readiness is to provide services and resources that enhance and support students’ career development and graduate school readiness, preparing them for post-graduation careers.
As the director of the Center for Career Readiness, Bonaventura will oversee the development and execution of holistic career readiness initiatives that go beyond traditional classroom experience, she said. By collaborating with employers, alumni and faculty, she will create equitable opportunities for students to gain professional experi-
ence, mentorship and longterm career direction.
“My work is driven by the belief that every student deserves access to tools, networks and support that allow them not only to succeed, but to lead with confidence and adaptability,” Bonaventura said. “It is the best job on campus. I get to help students with their confidence and help students get prepared for their future careers.”
The Career Readiness Center has already hosted a resume workshop this month and another one scheduled on Oct. 8, which will feature resume building and critiquing. The resume workshop also includes guest speakers and free food and drinks so participants have fun while working.
Bonaventura also introduced a Power of Your Pitch workshop, scheduled
on Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 1-2:15 p.m. in 208 Thurston Hall, and a networking event in October. Rachel Murphy Snyder, Communications Specialist for Chobani, will be the guest speaker at the Sept. 24 event. These workshops will help prepare students for the networking empowerment event in November.
“Those are all to prepare students for the big event in November which is the networking empowerment event where our hope is that
students have built a résumé,” Bonaventura said.
If someone is looking for a job or career opportunity, the Career Readiness Center uses the Handshake platform that makes students aware of job opportunities and internships. Students can also learn about events and employer events on Handshake and make an appointment with a career coach as well.
If you have any questions about upcoming events or about the Center for Career Readiness, contact Carly Bonaventura at cebonave@ utica.edu or stop in 120 White Hall.
Utica University gears up for Special Olympics in June
Ezra Duffy, Online/Social Media Editor
Special Olympics New York announced on July 18 that Utica University will host the Special Olympics New York State Summer Games for the next three years.
In June of 2026, 2027 and 2028, more than 1,200 athletes and coaches from across the state will compete in six different sports, including basketball, powerlifting, swimming, tennis, track and field and volleyball. Next year’s games are scheduled from June 5-7, with opening and closing ceremonies happening on the Utica University campus as well.
Other area locations will also be used for specific events, including swimming at Hamilton College, tennis at the city of Utica’s Parkway Recreation Center and volleyball at Mohawk Valley Community College’s Jorgensen Athletic and Event Center.
Utica University President Todd Pfannestiel said with the support of the local community the event weekend will be memorable for everyone involved.
“This is such a natural fit on so many levels, but in particular, the Special Olympics mission of inclusion and providing
opportunity aligns so closely with our own,” Pfannestiel said in the university’s announcement. “We’re happy to have the games back in Utica for three years and hopefully longer, and we cannot wait for next June to be here.”
Making this three-year commitment to inclusion is a significant undertaking, and Special Olympics New York is grateful to the many partners for their collaboration and support, said Stacey Hengsterman, president and CEO of Special Olympics New York.
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Photo courtesy of Carly Bonaventura.
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Some students are excited about Utica University hosting a headlining event and are happy the university has the ability to put on such a spectacle.
Azemi Agmin, a student at Utica University said he is glad that Utica University has the opportunity to host the games and he is “looking forward to what this means for the University in the future.”
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Op-Ed: Don’t be afraid to try filmmaking, have fun
Jonas America, Contributing Writer
The foundation for any good film is an interesting idea, something that you want to see and share with others. Once you have that idea for a story, even if it may feel slightly “stupid,” write it down, then ask people you trust for feedback. What questions does it bring up? What would they want to see?
Having trouble writing the script? Thankfully, filmmaking has become much more democratized than it was even 30 years ago and the great thing about student short films is that they don’t have to cost a lot. Think about locations that you have access to, where you could feasibly and safely film a scene for a few hours? Write the script with those in mind. When I took some video classes at MVCC, I had a few of my short films take place in their theatre because I worked as a stagehand and was able to ask to use the space when it was empty. So, if you work at a cafe, or you know the owner of the antique store, or you really like the park you go to every Sunday.
Actors? One day you’ll hopefully work with Meryl Streep, but even she started somewhere, so do you have any friends interested in acting? Ask them to be in the film and write the parts for them, no need to make them win an Oscar yet. In recent years, we also have seen a boom in community theatre in the area, with Players of
Utica, Rome Community Theatre, a few others and our very own Theatre concentration at Utica University with a variety of actors that you could collaborate with. Props? They can also follow a similar mindset, what do you already have or know someone who has it? A worn down piano, a weird looking chair, or anything else really, you’d be surprised at the perhaps weird things you already have that you could use in a film. One of my first short films was me interrogating my sister’s huge teddy bear, asking him “What happened to the kid in the photo?” It was a photo of me as a child… interpret that as you will.
Don’t be afraid to start small, keep your
short film to one or two actors, one location, build up your confidence and get a few reps in. Also, don’t be too precious about the final product, it’s going to be a bit bad at first, but you have to keep going, because filmmaking is one of the crafts that you learn every time you do it and hopefully you just keep climbing that ladder. Ask any working filmmaker, and they’ll all say that they started somewhere and had a few failures along the way, until they are in a place where they can almost meet their vision now.
If you were ever interested in making a short film and were waiting for a sign, well… this is your SIGN! Go and do it! Have fun!
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A behind the scenes image of “The Haunting of Hannamacher Hall,” a locally produced short film created by Crows Nest Pictures. Photo courtesy of Jonas America
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More than a club: BSU creates community at Utica
Elijah Faucette, Staff Writer
The Black Student Union (BSU) is one of the most active and welcoming student groups at Utica University. The club creates a space for students to celebrate culture, build community and talk openly about identity.
While BSU highlights the experiences of students of color, anyone is welcome to join the conversations and events. Meetings take place every Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the North Hall basement, and the group is led by third-year chemistry major, BSU president Xavier Moore.
Each year, BSU puts on two of its biggest traditions: a Kwanzaa celebration in December and
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Apollo Night in the spring, a lively talent showcase that’s become a favorite campus event. Along with those, the club hosts open discussions on what it means to be a person of color at Utica and how to make the campus more inclusive.
“BSU is more than just a club; it’s a community,” Moore said. “We celebrate our culture, have real conversations, and welcome anyone who wants to be part of it.”
For more information about joining the BSU, visit the organization’s Instagram account @bsuutica or contact club president Xavier Moore at xzmoore@utica.edu.
Jenna Skutnik, Staff Writer
The first month of college can be a difficult adjustment period, but freshmen at Utica are taking on the challenge with optimism and excitement.
Madison Laduke, a physical therapy major, has found the social aspect of on-campus life to be the most significant change.
“I’ve known everybody in my small town since I was five years old, then I come here and know nobody,” Laduke said. “I have to meet new people and make new friends. It’s kind of hard.”
Despite the initial social adjustments, Laduke looks forward to the basketball season. Her goal? To get playing time. Shelby-Lynn Firnstein, also a physical therapy major, agreed with Laduke on the social adjustments of college and is facing them head-on.
“Not being able to play sports, it has been a bit harder to find a community, but I’m close with my roommates,” Firnstein said. “I’m excited to join some clubs and organizations. I’ve
been trying to introduce myself to new people too.”
Firnstein is optimistic about her future at Utica as she looks forward to building connections with professors and peers while fostering a high gradepoint average.
Frederick Haynes, a business major, shared his own experience with the community on campus.
“Growing up in a military family, I moved a lot and I was shy, so being a part of the football team has given me a nice community,” Haynes said. “Everyone has been so welcoming.”
Haynes is excited for the season and hopeful for a return to the playoffs for the Pioneer football team. This would be their first appearance since their playoff debut in 2022.
“I’m hoping the football team can make the playoffs,” Haynes said. “I know we’ve made it in the past. It would be cool to go there with the team.”
Cameron Clark, an accounting major, has an interesting outlook on his new
life in Central New York. A Florida native, Clark shared an opinion that might shock any local.
“I like the weather,” Clark said. “I know it’ll get cold but I don’t care. I’m from Florida, so when you walk outside it’s 95 every day of the year. I prefer the variety.”
While adjusting to college life, Clark has prioritized balancing his work and rest.
“I look forward to my Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoon naps,” Clark said.
When asked to describe their experience at Utica in one word, Laduke chose “diverse,” Firnstein said “engaging,” Haynes answered “kindness,” and Clark chose “peaceful.”
Utica freshmen seem optimistic and ready for the opportunities the university has already presented them.
Members of the Black Student Union attend a meeting in the North Hall basement. Photo courtesy of Elijah Faucette.
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Guest Column: A history of radical voices at Utica University
J.N. Cheney, Contributing Writer
At one point in history, college campuses were considered bastions of political radicalism. Anti-war demonstrations, civil rights organizations, groups that were socialist or at least socialist adjacent, and more, characterized numerous aspects of campus life in the 20th century. Part of my mission as an aspiring historian is to shed light on these hidden kernels of radicalism in the Mohawk Valley that for whatever reason have been pushed to the margins. It may surprise many to see that Utica University at various points played a part in this radical tradition. Guest speakers with more radical worldviews graced the Utica campus.
In October of 1963, multi-time Socialist Party presidential candidate Norman Thomas held a talk in the Strebel Auditorium to what was described as a capacity crowd. Speaking at a meeting of the Utica College Chapel Club, Thomas provided a critique of capitalism wherein he claimed that the profit motive was the driving factor in the moral deterioration of society, detailing its negative impact on social life, due to the need to build profit, often, by any means necessary.
lecture in Strebel discussing socialism in Cuba. More specifically, Rosenshine was a member of a delegation invited to Cuba to take part in the country’s celebration for the 10th anniversary of their revolution. Rosenshine spent five weeks in Cuba during this celebratory period. Though other radical socialist groups had a presence on campus, such as a short-lived chapter of Students for a Democratic Society (SDS), the SWP seems to be the most prevalent given that party representatives visited campus at least two more times.
In 1970, the SWP’s Clifton DeBerry came to Utica College during one of his election campaigns. Having served as the party’s
weren’t interviewed and so far no transcript of any speeches have been found. Ernie Harsch, a spokesperson for the Young Socialist Alliance, was instead interviewed on behalf of the campaign. Harsch laid out what Jenness and Pulley would do if elected and spoke on the possibility of building socialism in the United States.
In 1975 there were two events of a radical character. In March of that year, the Black Student Union organized a “Black Cultural Week” which included a lecture on socialism and nationalism in the contexts of the struggles of the African diaspora. In December that same year, a lecture covering the clandestine activities of the CIA was presented by John Marks, co-author of the 1974 book The CIA and the Cult of Intelligence. Marks discussed the CIA’s covert meddling in other countries including plots to assassinate foreign leaders such as Chile’s Salvador Allende and Cuba’s Fidel Castro, funding and arming right-wing rebel groups in various countries, and illegally spying on people in the United States among other unsavory acts.
Thomas’s critiques came from his history as a socialist philosopher and his religious views, akin to the social gospel. He similarly spoke on the need to apply such critiques to things such as war and general United States politics.
The following year, Marxist historian Herbert Aptheker came to Utica to speak to two different senior seminar classes. Dr. Aptheker’s talk was entitled “On the Nature of Revolution: A Marxist View”, which was in line with the seminar’s very theme of “The Nature of Revolution.” Aptheker’s talk in essence spoke about the class dynamic of revolution throughout history, why violence has been a part of various social revolutions, and how revolutions from the Marxist perspective are primarily seen as entities built off of democratic spirits and intentions. He also spoke on the problems of moderation in politics when seeking actual change.
Radical talks in the 1960s were capped off with a visit from a representative of the Young Socialist Alliance (YSA), the youth group of the Socialist Workers Party (SWP) in April of 1969. The YSA’s Dan Rosenshine gave a
presidential candidate multiple times, DeBerry threw his hat into New York’s gubernatorial race. Addressing an audience in the Frank E. Gannett Library, DeBerry presented his definition of Marxism and gave a historical overview of capitalism’s formation in the United States. DeBerry likewise laid out his presidential platform, declaring his support for the Women’s Liberation Movement, the connected struggles of Black and Puerto Rican people, a $3 minimum wage (the minimum wage in New York was $1.60 an hour), and an increase on income tax for those who made $25,000 a year. Adjusting for inflation, that would be over $213,000 in July of 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ inflation calculator.
The SWP’s final appearance at Utica College was in 1972. Linda Jenness and Andrew Pulley, the party’s presidential and vice presidential candidates, made a twoday appearance for their campaign in March of that year. Jenness and Pulley themselves
Finally, in 1993, founding member of the Black Panther Party (BPP) Bobby Seale gave a lecture in the Library Concourse. Much of Seale’s talk focused on how exactly he became involved in the BPP, his history of activism and agitation for revolutionary socialism and Black Nationalism, and reflections on how his time in the Party influenced his activism since his departure. Seale concluded his talk by urging people to get more involved with their community and to work collectively to battle the social ills that so many face in working-class and lower-income areas.
There’s a chance that other examples have fallen under the radar, but for now, this is as definitive of a list that could be put together. Claudia De La Cruz, presidential candidate for the Party for Socialism and Liberation in the 2024 election, visited colleges throughout New York as a part of her campaign, some of them in the upstate region. Utica was not one of them. Will there ever be radical voices on this campus again, even just visiting ones? Maybe it wouldn’t hurt to have such voices come around again given world, national, and even local events. Maybe some of them are already here and we just don’t know it.
Pictured from left to right are Herbert Aptheker, Clifton DeBerry, Norman Thomas, and Bobby Seale, who all spoke on the Utica University campus decades ago. Photo collage created by J.N. Cheney.
Utica dominates RPI 41-14 as they win the Mastrovito Hyundai Believe
Nick Phillips, Sports Reporter
The Pioneers earned a dominating win on Saturday night, winning the home opener against Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute by a score of 41-14. The Pioneers earned their second straight victory to begin the season, scoring a whopping 90 points over the last two games.
This has come on the back of the new addition at quarterback Tyler Szalkowski. Szalkowski, a former Division I player for UAlbany and Robert Morris, arrived at Utica last spring. He started to “wow” teammates and coaches in spring ball and training camp. From there he was named as the starting quarterback and as one of the four team captains.
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Over the first two games of the season, Szalkowski has continued to impress, throwing for 528 yards and four touchdown passes against Washington and Jefferson College and 385 yards and six touchdown passes against RPI. These outstanding performances have allowed him to be named the Empire 8 Offensive Player of the Week in back to back weeks. Those 528 yards were the most ever in a game in program history.
The Pioneers most recent game was the 11th annual Believe Bowl. The Believe Bowl has been a yearly tradition since
2014. The Believe Bowl benefits the Believe 271 Foundation which provides financial support to firefighters and EMTs who suffer from life-threatening illnesses such as cancer.
Brian McQueen, President and Co-founder of the Believe 271 Foundation, has said that the foundation has assisted 109 volunteer firefighters with their fight with cancer.
For the game itself, it was one that saw Utica take control early. Utica scored a touchdown on their opening possession
after the defense recovered a fumble. Bryce Palmer caught a 42 yard bomb from Szalkowski to capitalize a four play drive.
Szalkowski would capitalize on this momentum, throwing three more touchdown passes in the first half alone. Tight End Logan Frederick caught a 13 yard touchdown pass and Bryce Palmer caught a 16 yard touchdown pass for his second touchdown. The final touchdown of the half was the most impressive. On the final play of the half, Szalkowski evaded pressure and fired a dart from 16 yards out to find Frederick again as time expired in the half with Utica up 28-0 at the break.
From there, Szalkowski threw two more touch down passes to Tyshawn Taylor and Lorenzo Velez. From there, Utica earned the hard fought victory.
Something to monitor going forward is that Taylor as well as Antonio Cianfarani both appeared to suffer shoulder injuries in the game which may cause Utica to be short at wide receiver going into their next contest.
Utica (2-0, 0-0 Empire 8) will look to remain undefeated with their toughest game of the season so far where they will travel to play Hobart College on Saturday Sept. 20 for a 1:00 P.M game.
Head coach, Blaise Faggiano, at the Mastrivito Hyundai Beleive Bowl Press Conference.
