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UC Chooses New Director of Residence Life

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

After four months of trying to find the best candidate to facilitate the needs of Residence Life, a search committee has selected Uchenna Baker to serve as director. Baker will officially begin her duties on June 14 and is really excited about coming to UC.

UC Graduate Leader Relishes Academic Achievements

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Utica College Graduate Class of 2010 Academic Representative Shannon Grayer said his mother used to tell him, "Failing is not the worst thing in the world. The very worst thing is not trying your best."

With that in mind, Grayer balanced a full-time job as fraud and compliance investigator for Microsoft in Prague, Czech Republic with distance program studies in UC's economic crime management program.

Senate President Passes Torch

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The last Student Senate meeting of the 2009-2010 academic school year took place on Wednesday at 3 p.m. Although the meeting was brief, many members showed up to hear the final words of Lamont Lovell, former president of Student Senate.

"I think you have to look at the focus of administration.

Klotzbach Announced as Outstanding Senior

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

In recognition of her campus involvement, professionalism, community service and impressive grades, Jacqueline Klotzbach was announced the Outstanding Senior for the Class of 2010.

"It's an honor to be named Outstanding Senior for the Class of 2010. I think it's a testament to my hard work as a student and my dedication over the past four years," Klotzbach said.

Moose-A-Palooza 2010 a Success

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Utica College Programming Board and Residence Hall Association hosted the first-ever Moose-A-Palooza. The two-day event began at 7 p.m. on April 30 and ended on May 1 at midnight.

The event began with a field hockey alumni game at the Gaetano Stadium followed by a reception in the athletic center.

Students Take Back the Night

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

"Sex without love is violence", "say no to lies", "speak up", "how about no", "stop the violence" and many more is all part of the message the Womyn's Resource Center tried to send out at Take Back the Night on Tuesday April 27 in the lounge of the Strebel Student Center at 4:30 p.

Housing Selection Process Complete for 2010-2011 School Year

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

As the year winds down it becomes time for students to pick where they will be living next semester, but in many cases students do not always get what they want. Generally speaking, the office of Resident Life can not please everyone and it becomes the students responsibility to take initiative in the housing selection process.

UC Concert Band Finishes Out Lunch Hour Series

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Utica College Concert Band performed at the Jackson Lunch Hour Series Wednesday May 5 at 12:30 p.m. in the Library Concourse. This concert was the final performance for the Lunch Hour Series this year.

The concert band was directed by Associate Professor of music Michael DiMeo.

Seniors Have Mixed Feelings Leaving UC

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

With less than one month to go, the class of 2010 will be ending their undergraduate career and move on to greater heights. There are approximately 250 graduating seniors and as expected, flurries of different emotions usually come along when seniors are reminded of the reality of the situation.

Fashion Must-Haves for Summer 2010

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

As we enter the 2010 Spring/Summer season, and we start preparing for summer cookout and outdoors events, there are a few fashion must haves that definitely need to be taken into consideration. It's time to put away the warm cashmere sweaters, and bring out the cool cotton v-neck t-shirts.

Tips to Stay Healthy During the Summer

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Staying healthy during the summer months requires more than just eating the right foods. Below is a partial list of things to do that will help you stay cool and healthy during the hot summer months.

1. Drink plenty of water. It is very important to drink water.

Fitting It All In: Freshman 15

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Now that school is coming to a close, female students are reflecting on weight gain and their unfaithfulness to the gym.
According to CBSnews.com, the infamous freshman 15 is not as big a deal as many students make it out to be.

Researchers said only 6 percent gained the freshman 15 or more in a study of 382 students.

College Relationships vs. Summer Romance

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

For college students, it is easy to get involved and get attached to your boyfriend or girlfriend very easily, especially if you seem them every day. However, a lot of college relationships hit rocky points when it comes time to leave for the summer and students need to make the decision to stay together or give it a break.

Tips to Reduce Stress

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

As finals quickly approach, students are fretting to gather all their notes, considering they have realized it is crunch time and many are thinking "Fudge I Never Actually Learned that Stuff!"

In reality they probably have, but the added stress of finals week has convinced them that they did not learn crucial material.

Open Moments Performs for Literature Class

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Open Moments performed their poetry for a literature class to both inspire them to write and to give them a feel for how real poetry is read.

Throughout the class, English Professor Mary Cardinale, asked the performers where their inspirations came from along with frequent warnings to her class that they "may have an exam question that has to do with this.

Facebook Makes Changes, Students React

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

We could always count on seeing a page pop up on our home pages on Facebook that we could relate to. We read the title of the page and instantly became a "fan" because they were so relevant to our lives. No more! Facebook has changed the name of the button so now we can no longer "become a fan" of these pages.

UC's Got Talent: Trenton Sparks

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Programs like Protools and Fruityloops aren't always a necessity for people to make hot, funky beats. Trenton Sparks, a freshman at UC, can do everything by himself by beatboxing.

Sparks began beatboxing at five years old, and learned from his older brother.

Coaches Spotlight: Pat Mineo Earns 100th Career Softball Victory

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Once the screaming type, 26-year coaching veteran and Utica College Softball Head Coach Pat Mineo has made several changes to his coaching style since taking his current position six years ago.

Through 20 years of coaching travel softball, Mineo's players knew him as the coach who would let players know when they did something wrong.

The Autistic Sports Nerd

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Hey guys, the Autistic Sports Nerd here! This is the 52nd edition of my blog. I am posting this a few days early because I have heard a "rumor" that will cause everyone to gasp in horror and become very angry. ? ?

Tiger Woods and his wife have been getting a lot of attention over the past couple of months because Tiger has been cheating on his wife with a lot of women.

St. John Fisher Sweeps UC Baseball Over Weekend

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Utica College Baseball team was no match for Empire 8 conference rival St. John Fisher as they struggled all weekend in front of disgruntled home fans, losing all four games that were played at Utica College Field. In Game 1 of a double header this past Saturday, the St.

Pioneer Hall of Fame Inducts Three New Members

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

This year's inductees have been announced for the Pioneer Hall of Fame at Utica College. The inductees include Doris Miga, basketball mentor, Joan Kay, former Women's Basketball Head Coach, and David Ancrum, former Men's Basketball Head Coach and student-athlete.

UC Softball Ends Season on High Note

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Utica College Softball team split a double header with the Lady Continentals of Hamilton College in the season finale capping their season with a 6-2 victory. Utica College ended the 2010 campaign with an overall record of 13-27 and 4-8 Empire 8 conference record.

Spring Football at UC Shows Promising Future

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

The Utica College Football season doesn't get underway until September, but the team is already preparing for the upcoming year by holding public practices. They have been practicing by a schedule that spanned from March 28th until May 2nd.

Their last practice was held on a beautiful Saturday afternoon as family, friends, and Utica College Students looked on in the bleachers, getting a taste of Football action in May.

Take That Walk With Me

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

Wow. Words cannot even begin to describe what I have gotten myself into as editor-in-chief. A flurry of emotions involving anxiety, fear and excitement has been steadily consuming me since the decision was made to put me at the helm of the Tangerine. However, I must say that I am beyond elated, for many reasons.

Good Transitions for a New Beginning

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

As much as I have learned and gone through this past year, I'm glad to say it's finally over. We all talk about how we don't want the year to end, but secretly inside we can't wait to go home, rest up and then come back in the fall.

The change from one year to another is an exciting one, at least for me.

Tangerine Advisor Recaps Volume 63

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

For readers, this marks issue No. 26 of the 2009-10 edition of the Tangerine.

For those of us involved with the Tangerine, it's the first, a new beginning, the initial effort by those who will run the Tangerine in 2010-11.

As the adviser for the last seven years, I've had good staffs, for the most part.

Tangerine Selects Staff for 2010-2011

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

After a long and successful year, the Tangerine is please to announce the staff for the 2010 - 2011 academic year. Putting together a staff that is capable and compatible staff can be a daunting task. It is only with great optimism and pride that the Tangerine feels that this year's staff will continue to carry the legacy of the paper and live up to the expectations set by the devoted readers of the independent news source of Utica College.

To Be Plus Size or Not To Be Plus Size, That is the Question

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

It's a known fact that society and the media are both two ruling factors on what rules and norms should be followed. At one point the ruling was that "skinny was in" and to be plus size was simply taboo. Since then voluptuous beauties, including Jill Scott, Mo'Nique, Ashley Graham and Queen Latifah, have paved the way, setting the bar of confidence at an ultimate high and making critics bite their tongues.

Life at its Finest

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

I am an aspiring publicist working towards of being in the scenes of the top designers fashion shows, cocktail events and the eccentric socialite of the New York City's fast lane. I've embraced myself as the revamped Carrie Bradshaw for the Tangerine. So who is Tameka? I am currently a sophomore studying Public- Relations and Journalism Studies.

A Letter to BOND

Fri, 07 May 2010 04:00:00 GMT

I would like to send out a GREAT BIG thank you to all the members of Brothers On a New Direction for the flowers that I was given on April 21. It was a BIG surprise. Just to know that I was though of means the world to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.