2021-2022 Utica TV Student Leadership
Francis Tavino
Manager Francis is a junior here at Utica studying Communications and Media with a concentration in journalism. He got involved with UticaTV in his freshman year where he helped with the production of that year’s shows. On top of helping with productions in his sophomore year he also managed the club’s social media accounts. Francis is also a member of the men’s lacrosse team on campus. In his free time, he enjoys boxing, cycling, and going to the record store.
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Ryan Kulawy
Social Media Manager Ryan is a junior in the Doctoral of Physical Therapy program with a minor in Spanish. He enjoys filming for a variety of athletic and school events along with being on and off camera for UticaTV Overtime. Ryan is also a member of the Utica University Honors Program, a Student Ambassador in the Admissions Office, Alpha Lambda Delta, Red Watch Band(Red Cross), the Health Sciences Student Society, and the Utica College Band. Outside of campus, Ryan is active in church and community events. He is an accomplished musician playing in the New Hartford Citizen’s Band and has been in many pit orchestras for local high school musicals. Although he is not a Communications major, he finds UticaTV to be a rewarding and key part of his Utica University experience.
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Corrine Bush
Promotions Manager Corrine is a sophomore here at Utica studying Public Relations/ Marketing. She joined the UticaTV family in the Spring of 2021 and has enjoyed every second of it! In just her first semester, Corrine became a familiar face every Wednesday afternoon on our MooseNow show, updating the Pioneers of weekly events both on and off campus. Corrine has also been spotted at fanatic sporting events and is a scriptwriter in the studio. Outside of Utica, Corrine enjoys hiking, biking, and building robots!
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Devon Firpo
Secretary Devon is a junior at Utica University studying Communications and Media with a concentration in Public Relations. Devon has been a part of UticaTV since 2019 working on our sports show Overtime. He has written stories for the show and helps with the production work behind the scenes. Devon is also involved with WPNR here on campus where he works in their sports and public relations departments.
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Thomas Nieman
Treasurer Thomas is a senior here at Utica College studying Communication and Media with a concentration in Journalism. Thomas became involved with UticaTV when he transferred to Utica College in August 2020. Thomas is also involved with the University's radio station WPNR and the University's newspaper The Tangerine. Outside of college, Thomas enjoys cooking, traveling, and playing with his dog Gizmo.
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Members of Utica TV
Mark Mason
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Ethan Tremblay
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Leola Beck
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Jemaine Trotter
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Utica TV Club Advisor
Laura Lewin
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Laura Lewin is advisor for UticaTV, Director of the Convergence Media Center, and an adjunct professor of communication and media. She earned her bachelor’s degree at SUNY Plattsburgh and her master’s degrees at Marist College and Stony Brook University. Lewin’s interests include studio and video production, public speaking, and group communication. Courses taught include UCTV Practicum, Digital Toolkit, Intro. to Mass Communication, Interpersonal Communication, Public Speaking, Group Problem Solving and Decision Making, and Fieldwork in Communication. |