EDITORIAL STAFF
The Editorial Staff makes up the appointed officials of the Albany Student Press. They are responsible for maintaining our publication, our website, and our social media pages.
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Editorial Staff members are responsible for all publishing inquiries.
Vince Gasparini
Editor-in-Chief
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Hi! My name is Vince. I am a senior at the University at Albany, double majoring in Journalism and Political Science. I have been writing for the Albany Student Press since my freshman year.
In my free time I enjoy hanging out with friends, watching and playing sports, and reading about current events. I'm looking forward to continuing to provide quality journalism to UAlbany's student body.
Mattie Fitzpatrick
Executive Editor, News Editor
Hello! My name is Mattie Fitzpatrick and I’m excited to be News Editor!
I’m currently a junior majoring in English and History with a minor in Sociology and I’ve been on the ASP since my first semester freshman year. I love the creative freedom it gives me and how involved it allows me to be on campus. Outside of the ASP, I also love to read, listen to music and spend time with my family and friends.
Kathryn Taleporos
Managing Editor, Arts and Culture Editor
Hi everyone! My name is Kathryn and I'm super excited to be the Arts and Culture editor this year! I am a senior majoring in public policy and minoring in journalism, and I'm from Colonie, NY!
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Outside of the ASP, I love listening to music and being outdoors!
Jess Tingue
Sports Editor
Hi Everyone! My name is Jess and I am so excited to be the Sports Editor! I am a senior majoring in journalism with a minor in criminal justice. I joined the Albany Student Press in Spring 2024 and I am excited to continue my passion in sportswriting.
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Outside the ASP, I love to hangout with friends and family, watch sports and keep up with top culture news and headlines. My favorite sports are football, basketball and tennis.
Jelisa Gonzalez
Copy Editor
Hello everyone, I’m Jelisa, and I’ve been writing for the ASP for a year now. I’ve always enjoyed writing in academia and for leisure. You’ll usually find me in the Arts & Culture section with some of my poetry. I’m very excited to step into my new role as a copy editor!
Layla Melendez
Copy Editor, Social Media Manager
I am a senior studying Communication and Journalism originally from the Bronx, NY. During undergrad, I have been involved in many creative opportunities from internships at companies like Relentless Awareness and Global Ties U.S. After graduation, I hope to find myself in the Communications and Public Relations fields. In my free time, I enjoy spending time at the beach and listening to music.
Tori Wilson
Copy Editor
Hi, my name is Tori Wilson! I’m a communications major, minoring in journalism and creative writing. I’m excited to join the ASP staff as a copy editor this year.
Outside of the ASP, I play for the university’s volleyball team and enjoy spending time with my friends!