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Mary Christopher (seated), surrounded by (from left) Megan Postal, Hollie David and Isabella Hudziak in October 2022. (Photo: Tangerine 75th anniversary Facebook page)
POV: Our work mom, Mary, is the absolute best
Photo: Kayleigh Sturtevant
Women’s Lacrosse on a five-game win streak, wraps ups season at SUNY Canton on April 29
Thomas Morreale, Class of 2023 Valedictorian. Photo submitted by Thomas Morreale
Utica’s Stars: Valedictorian and Salutatorian announced
A peek inside the setup of the interview in Dr. Todd’s office. EIC Isa Hudziak and Managing Editor Hollie David sit with their questions and UticaTV’s Mark Mason mans one of the cameras. Photo courtesy of Leola Beck.
‘I want everybody to have fun again’: Incoming president Todd Pfannestiel plans to never stand still
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of Company
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of ‘Company’
Mary Christopher (seated), surrounded by (from left) Megan Postal, Hollie David and Isabella Hudziak in October 2022. (Photo: Tangerine 75th anniversary Facebook page)
POV: Our work mom, Mary, is the absolute best
Photo: Kayleigh Sturtevant
Women’s Lacrosse on a five-game win streak, wraps ups season at SUNY Canton on April 29
Thomas Morreale, Class of 2023 Valedictorian. Photo submitted by Thomas Morreale
Utica’s Stars: Valedictorian and Salutatorian announced
A peek inside the setup of the interview in Dr. Todd’s office. EIC Isa Hudziak and Managing Editor Hollie David sit with their questions and UticaTV’s Mark Mason mans one of the cameras. Photo courtesy of Leola Beck.
‘I want everybody to have fun again’: Incoming president Todd Pfannestiel plans to never stand still
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of Company
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of ‘Company’
The Utica University flag hangs in front of the Frank E. Gannett Memorial Library.
Breaking: Leadership changes announced at Utica University
Todd Pfannestiel reading his remarks after the announcement was made that he will be Utica Universitys 10th president.
Breaking: Utica University announces Todd Pfannestiel as 10th president
Photo of the Utica University Pioneers gearing up for the homecoming game from the Utica University Instagram page, @utica.university.
BREAKING: Utica football registers 5-0 record after homecoming game win
The Clark Athletic Center, which is the hub for Utica Athletics.
BREAKING: New sports teams announced for 2023-24 academic year
President Laura Casamento of Utica University at City Hall during the 2021 Unity March.
BREAKING: President Casamento to retire in July 2023
Poster from inside the Utica Q Center with the message “Love Wins.”
‘You just want to be you’: How Utica’s Q Center provides hope for LGBTQ youth
Mary Christopher (seated), surrounded by (from left) Megan Postal, Hollie David and Isabella Hudziak in October 2022. (Photo: Tangerine 75th anniversary Facebook page)
POV: Our work mom, Mary, is the absolute best
Photo: Kayleigh Sturtevant
Women’s Lacrosse on a five-game win streak, wraps ups season at SUNY Canton on April 29
Thomas Morreale, Class of 2023 Valedictorian. Photo submitted by Thomas Morreale
Utica’s Stars: Valedictorian and Salutatorian announced
A peek inside the setup of the interview in Dr. Todd’s office. EIC Isa Hudziak and Managing Editor Hollie David sit with their questions and UticaTV’s Mark Mason mans one of the cameras. Photo courtesy of Leola Beck.
‘I want everybody to have fun again’: Incoming president Todd Pfannestiel plans to never stand still
Professional head shot of Celeste Friend. Courtesy of Celeste Friend
Q & A: Utica mayoral candidate Celeste Friend
National flags hang from the wall in the Strebel Student Center.
Jamaican national flag removed from Student Center
Pakistans citizens treading through the floods. (ScientificAmerica.com)
Pakistan citizens still struggling with historic flooding
The section on Bannerweb that shows students their financial awards.
President Biden announced debt forgiveness: what this means for Utica students
Gas prices have continued to rise in the Utica area. Photo was taken at the Sunoco across from Utica University.
Rising gas prices strain the wallets of Utica University students
Student seminar on race and gender in literature: An Interview and POV
Student seminar on race and gender in literature: An Interview and POV
The platter of food at Ricks Famous.
Rick’s Famous: “A Genuine American Burger Joint”
SGA President Kathi Jabe.
Q and A with Kathi Jabe, SGA’s incoming president
Mary Christopher (seated), surrounded by (from left) Megan Postal, Hollie David and Isabella Hudziak in October 2022. (Photo: Tangerine 75th anniversary Facebook page)
POV: Our work mom, Mary, is the absolute best
Utica TV broadcast in progress in the newly updated broadcasting studio.
POV: UticaTV receives $150,000 studio upgrade
A graphic promoting the current book club read, Another Appalachia: Coming Up Queer and Indian in a Mountain Place by Neema Avashia.
DEI book club looking for new members to join discussions
Professional head shot of Celeste Friend. Courtesy of Celeste Friend
Q & A: Utica mayoral candidate Celeste Friend
Dinner, featuring house made pita bread which is made fresh daily in house.
Local Lebanese mom & pop
Photo Credits: Vasyl Yurkuts, Dr. Crisp cleaning his AirForce 1s sneakers at Feet Heat event.
UCPB: Feet Heat
Megan Postol 16 pictured above.
Alum Column – Fall 22 Tangerine Advisor Megan Postol ‘16
A photograph of the sign depicting events that occurred over the course of April.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month at Utica University
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of Company
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of ‘Company’
Public Speaking class to host addiction education event
Public Speaking class to host addiction education event
Members of the cast of Company rehearse for the show. Photo: Pioneer Players Facebook page.
‘Company’ by the Pioneer Players set to perform this week
A photograph of rehearsal. Courtesy of the Pioneer Players Facebook page.
Watch ‘Company’ at Utica University in late April
A photograph of the sign depicting events that occurred over the course of April.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month at Utica University
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of Company
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of ‘Company’
Photo: utica.edu
Managing student stress and anxiety essential in mental health
POV: A man of many hats, student juggles full time job with full time classes
POV: A man of many hats, student juggles full time job with full time classes
Photos provided by Kathi Jabe and Kyle Mitchell.
SGA presidential candidate Q&As
The platter of food at Ricks Famous.
Rick’s Famous: “A Genuine American Burger Joint”
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of Company
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of ‘Company’
Lead actress Voertje Prather in costume as Hester. Photo courtesy of the Utica University Theatres Facebook page.
“In The Blood” review: Anger, sadness and love
Photo by Diana Sidorevich of her meal at Island Breeze Bar and Grill.
Island Breeze Bar and Grill
Vesper movie poster from IMBD.
Movie Review: Vesper
This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA-NC.
Cyberbits: October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month: When was the last time you changed your passwords?
A brand new blazer with the tags still on it at Goodwill.
POV: Thrifting, good for the wallet and the world
Students participating in PHY 141 class taught by Dr. Jonathan Gaffney.
Students at Utica College prepare for finals
During COVID-19, many students are feeling overwhelmed as the academic and pandemic worlds collide.
Stress, fatigue and burnout: When academic and pandemic worlds collide
Image from islandworks on Canva.
Op-Ed: Spring and Summer 2021 fashion trends
Photo: Kayleigh Sturtevant
Women’s Lacrosse on a five-game win streak, wraps ups season at SUNY Canton on April 29
Utica Womens softball team, who look to secure an Empire 8 playoff spot.
Softball eyes playoff berth
The Utica University baseball team stands in line.
Baseball enjoying a winning season and sets sights on Empire 8 Tournament
Student athletes jump hurdles during the Pioneer Spring Invitational. Photo: Kayleigh Sturtevant
Track and Field breezes through Spring Invitational 
President Laura Casamento answers questions from Tangerine News Editor Mickale Thompson in a recent interview. Casamento will retire as president of Utica University at the end of the semester.
Not by legacy but by growth, Casamento reflects on presidential tenure
Members of the Houston Roughnecks team on the field. Photo courtesy of Evan Willsmore, Houston Roughnecks reports. Twitter: @Evan_Willsmore
POV: XFL gaining popularity in the U.S., Utica coaches consider it beneficial to football
Q & A: Get to know football defensive back Zachary Plaza
Q & A: Get to know football defensive back Zachary Plaza
Jimmie Warren became one of the nations best small college defensive players in his final season for the Utica football team.
Jimmie Warren left his mark on the defensive end in his final season
Photo: Kayleigh Sturtevant/ The four captains for the Utica University Pioneers walking out for the coin toss.
Pioneers survive against Kean Cougars to improve to 2-0
A headshot of Ziobrowski featured on the Utica Pioneers website.
Ziobrowski named new Sports Information Director
Mary Christopher (seated), surrounded by (from left) Megan Postal, Hollie David and Isabella Hudziak in October 2022. (Photo: Tangerine 75th anniversary Facebook page)
POV: Our work mom, Mary, is the absolute best
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of Company
Reviews of the Pioneer Players production of ‘Company’
The food from City Cafe.
Turn Up the Heat: City Cafe
CyberBits: Alarming Zero-Day exploit that affected millions of devices
CyberBits: Alarming Zero-Day exploit that affected millions of devices
A sign displayed from the office window of Distinguished Professor of Psychology Steven Specht.
Guest Column from Distinguished Professor of Psychology Steven Specht: Job training is not higher education
Mary Christopher (seated), surrounded by (from left) Megan Postal, Hollie David and Isabella Hudziak in October 2022. (Photo: Tangerine 75th anniversary Facebook page)
POV: Our work mom, Mary, is the absolute best
A sign facing out of Dr. Spechts office window.
Guest Column from Dr. Steven Specht: Job training
Professional head shot of Celeste Friend. Courtesy of Celeste Friend
Q & A: Utica mayoral candidate Celeste Friend
A well rounded Breakfast at from Wisk bakery in the city of Utica
Turn up the heat: Wisk for breakfast
Megan Tierney and Nolan Hyman after being awarded with the Outstanding Attorney award at the St. Bonaventure 11th Annual Friar Face-Off Tournament Closing Ceremony.
Op-ed: Utica University’s Mock Trial Team Powers Forward Towards Regionals After St. Bonaventure Tournament
A sign displayed from the office window of Distinguished Professor of Psychology Steven Specht.
Guest Column from Distinguished Professor of Psychology Steven Specht: Job training is not higher education
Professional head shot of Celeste Friend. Courtesy of Celeste Friend
Q & A: Utica mayoral candidate Celeste Friend
Megan Tierney and Nolan Hyman after being awarded with the Outstanding Attorney award at the St. Bonaventure 11th Annual Friar Face-Off Tournament Closing Ceremony.
Op-ed: Utica University’s Mock Trial Team Powers Forward Towards Regionals After St. Bonaventure Tournament
National flags hang from the wall in the Strebel Student Center.
Jamaican national flag removed from Student Center
Photo Credits: Vasyl Yurkuts, Dr. Crisp cleaning his AirForce 1s sneakers at Feet Heat event.
UCPB: Feet Heat
Megan Postol 16 pictured above.
Alum Column – Fall 22 Tangerine Advisor Megan Postol ‘16
Softball Senior Night- Photo Gallery
Softball Senior Night- Photo Gallery
Gallery: Utica Women’s Softball vs Nazareth College
Baseball team line up for game.
Gallery: Utica Men’s Baseball vs Elmira College
Gallery: Utica Mens Lacrosse defeats Medaille University in Mike Parnell Game
Gallery: Utica Men’s Lacrosse defeats Medaille University in Mike Parnell Game
President Laura Casamento answers questions from Tangerine News Editor Mickale Thompson in a recent interview. Casamento will retire as president of Utica University at the end of the semester.
TANGERINE EXCLUSIVE: One-On-One with President Casamento
Editor-in-Chief Matthew Breault portrayed as The Grinch. Cartoon created by Stephen Clark.
How The Editor-in-Chief Stole Christmas
The Tangerines Staff Fish Mr. Fishy Pulitzer.
Mr. Fishy Pulitzer
Our First Cartoon
Our First Cartoon
The food from City Cafe.
Turn Up the Heat: City Cafe
A sign facing out of Dr. Spechts office window.
Guest Column from Dr. Steven Specht: Job training
A poster for the upcoming rally detailing time, place and message.
Rally to be held in protest of Academic Portfolio Review vote
President Casamento giving remarks during the Student Veteran Association office’s ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept. 6, 2022.
Interview with President Laura Casamento: Academic Portfolio Review
Professional head shot of Celeste Friend. Courtesy of Celeste Friend
Q & A: Utica mayoral candidate Celeste Friend
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The Tangerine
The Student News Site of Utica University

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Mickale Thompson

Mickale Thompson, Editor-In-Chief

Name: Mickale Thompson

Class Year: Senior

Dual Major: Communication and Media & Business Management

Previous Position: Contributing Writer (2021), Staff Writer (2021), Special Assignments Reporter (2022), Features Editor (2023), News Editor (2023)

All content by Mickale Thompson
Poster from inside the Utica Q Center with the message “Love Wins.”

‘You just want to be you’: How Utica’s Q Center provides hope for LGBTQ youth

Mickale Thompson, Editor-In-Chief
May 12, 2023

TANGERINE EXCLUSIVE: One-On-One with President Casamento

Mickale Thompson, New Editor
April 28, 2023
President Laura Casamento answers questions from Tangerine News Editor Mickale Thompson in a recent interview. Casamento will retire as president of Utica University at the end of the semester.

Not by legacy but by growth, Casamento reflects on presidential tenure

Mickale Thompson, News Editor
April 17, 2023
Dante Zapata tees up for a faceoff during the 2023 UCHC championship game against the Nazareth Golden Flyers.

Dante Zapata built trust by winning faceoffs in big moments

Mickale Thompson , News Editor
March 16, 2023
The Utica University mens hockey team goes back to back after beating Nazareth 5-3 in the UCHC title game.

Men’s hockey returns to NCAA Tournament after capturing fourth UCHC title

Mickale Thompson, News Editor
March 9, 2023
Three players from the Utica womens ice hockey team stand alongside each other.

Women’s Hockey falls to Nazareth in sudden death overtime championship game

Mickale Thompson, News Editor
March 4, 2023
The Clark City Center is located in the heart of downtown Utica where business students take classes at the Brvenik Center for Business.

Business students frustrated with shuttle reliability, parking insufficiencies

Mickale Thompson, News Editor
February 25, 2023
Antwan Kelly approaches the Strebel student center walking proudly with the Jamaican flag.

Despite flag ceremony, the Jamaican flag has yet to be put back

December 20, 2022
Georgiana Santullo in her 110 appearances went on to become the womens hockey most-capped player after surpassing Morgan Reed and four others with 109 games played.

FROM THE VAULT: Georgiana Santullo becomes most capped women’s hockey player of all-time

Mickale Thompson, News Editor
February 10, 2023
The athletes interviewed in this piece, from left to right: Angela Hawthorne, Rajveer Singh, Dan Amady and Ro Hernandez.

‘We’re certainly very white’: Inside the lack of diversity in Utica University’s athletic programs

Mickale Thompson, News Editor
February 9, 2023
Pie chart showing Utica Universitys fall 2022 student-athletes deomigragic.

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Graphic showing the Jamaican national flag hanging on a pole.

Jamaican flag back among the rest in the student center

Mickale Thompson, News Editor
January 30, 2023
Jimmie Warren became one of the nations best small college defensive players in his final season for the Utica football team.

Jimmie Warren left his mark on the defensive end in his final season

Mickale Thompson, News Editor
January 27, 2023
Nate Palmers last year as a Pioneer was one of the best seasons by a signal player in program history.

Nate Palmer delivered in his final season and has the accolades to prove it

Mickale Thompson, News Editor
January 24, 2023
A graphic depicting Kelsey Carters high school basketball record.

[Photo] MAKING A COMEBACK: Kelsey Carter returns to the court after gruesome leg injury

December 12, 2022
The Utica University flag hangs in front of the Frank E. Gannett Memorial Library.

Safe Trax closes its doors after three years

Isabella Hudziak and Mickale Thompson
December 9, 2022
Rayna Orsino, the assistant director of admissions, smiling at the camera.

Assistant Director of Admissions: Rayna Orsino

Mickale Thompson, Features Editor
December 2, 2022
Sign showing the posted speed limit for the Utica University campus.

Data shows improvement in speeding on campus

Mickale Thompson, Features Editor
November 21, 2022
Trax taking the Campus Safety Cart for a joy ride in front of the Utica College sign.

The face of an institution: How Utica University’s athletic mascots have evolved

Mickale Thompson, Features Editor
November 3, 2022
National flags hang from the wall in the Strebel Student Center.

Jamaican national flag removed from Student Center

Mickale Thompson, Features Editor
November 2, 2022
Courtesy of Utica University website, depicting an orange sign with the name.

New Flex Work Programs will reduce the work hours of full-time staff members

Mickale Thompson, Features Editor
October 27, 2022
Five of the six new lead Utica University student ambassadors.

Six student ambassadors receive lead roles

Mickale Thompson, Features Editor and Lead Tour Student Ambassador
October 12, 2022
Photo of the Utica University Pioneers gearing up for the homecoming game from the Utica University Instagram page, @utica.university.

BREAKING: Utica football registers 5-0 record after homecoming game win

Mickale Thompson, Features Editor
October 1, 2022
Emergency call box located in the parking lot front of Bull Hall.

Utica students discuss the effectiveness of the blue lights system

Mickale Thompson, Features Editor
September 29, 2022
A student raises their hand in the middle of a Fall 2021 class when masks were required.

Utica University no longer mandates COVID-19 Vaccination

Mickale Thompson, Features Editor
September 29, 2022
Communications Director Erin Taylor 24 and Comptroller and Class of 2023 President Katelyn Calkins 23 using the conference table in the SGA Lounge

New office in Strebel looks to improve the work of the Student Government Association

Mickale Thompson, Features Editor
September 14, 2022
Pictured are Mickale Thompson (left) and Hannah Steyn (right).

POV: Being culturally different isn’t bad

Mickale Thompson and Hannah Steyn
May 13, 2022
Students participating in PHY 141 class taught by Dr. Jonathan Gaffney.

Students at Utica College prepare for finals

Mickale Thompson, Special Assignments Reporter
December 11, 2021
Utica Colleges food pantry The Tangerine Grove has reopened and relocated into room B23 of Hubbard Hall.

Tangerine Grove food pantry reopens in new location, donations needed for refrigerated items

Mickale Thompson, Special Assignments Reporter
November 22, 2021
From left, Leola Beck 25, Karrie Kosier 25 and Lila Vega 25 during their nightly game of pool. If commuter students want this part of the college experience, they should be able to experience it, Beck said.

Commuter students allowed back into residence halls

Mickale Thompson, Special Assignments Reporter
November 17, 2021
Former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell.

Former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell passes at 84

Mickale Thompson, Special Assignments Reporter
November 13, 2021
Haitian migrants use a dam in Texas to cross between the United States and Mexico.

2021 Haitian Refugee Crisis: Utica College professors explain

Mickale Thompson, Special Assignments Reporter
November 10, 2021
The Clark City Center is located on 177 Genesee St. in Utica, NY.

Normal activity resumes at Clark City Center this semester

Mickale Thompson, Special Assignments Reporter
November 10, 2021
During COVID-19, many students are feeling overwhelmed as the academic and pandemic worlds collide.

Stress, fatigue and burnout: When academic and pandemic worlds collide

Mickale Thompson, Special Assignments Reporter
November 5, 2021
The Barrett Art Gallery has been converted into an office space for the time being.

Barrett Art Gallery still without art this semester

Mickale Thompson, Staff Writer
September 27, 2021
Student at Utica College uses ID card to access building.

Daily health screening now linked to ID cards

Mickale Thompson, Staff Writer
September 15, 2021
Op-Ed: First Pioneer Pitch-In shows the best of UC and neighboring areas

Op-Ed: First Pioneer Pitch-In shows the best of UC and neighboring areas

Mickale Thompson, Staff Writer
September 9, 2021
Photo courtesy of Candace Myers.

Alumni Profile: Candace Myers, a freelance television producer currently with Netflix’s Queer Eye

Mickale Thompson, Contributing Writer
April 21, 2021
Awards are given out at the 2015 Regional Science Fair at Utica College. Photo source: WKTV

Utica College to host the Virtual Regional Science Fair on March 27

Mickale Thompson, Contributing Writer
March 26, 2021
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