Editors
Hi everyone! My name is Arpan Josan and I’m a junior English major and the new editor-in-chief for The Delphian. What excites me most about journalism is coming up with topics to write about and hearing the opinions of other students. I love that I get to share important topics for everyone to read and to grow my writing skills in the process. What I appreciate most about The Delphian is that it has a wide variety of topics so there’s something interesting for everyone.
My name is Troy Cofie and I’m an economics major with a double minor in political science and math. I’m the editor of the opinions section of The Delphian. I think, more than ever, journalism has to be the voice of the people and inform them about what’s going on behind closed doors. I think The Delphian is an important outlet for the Adelphi community as it gives voice to many students.
Hello! I’m Gabrielle Jaipersaud, or Gabby, and I’m the production editor of The Delphian. I’m a studio art major concentrating in graphic design with minors in video game design and art history. Being part of The Delphian has been incredibly fulfilling, both professionally and personally. I work with an amazing team dedicated to amplifying diverse voices in our Adelphi community. I’m constantly inspired by our work together and excited to keep growing in such a welcoming environment!
Hi everyone! My name is Sophia Sewpersad and I’m a senior English and business management major. I am the co-features editor and I joined The Delphian because I am really passionate about getting information out to the general public and making sure that students are keeping themselves informed regarding clubs and organizations. I was a part of my high school’s student organization, and we constantly sent out important information to students when it came up. Through The Delphian, I plan on making the Features section more open to different ideas and helping writers come up with creative topics that we can share with students and encourage them to get more involved on campus.
Hi, I’m Kyle Arjoonsingh! I’m a senior communications major with a concentration in public relations and journalism and a minor in political science. I am the editor-at-large and have been part of The Delphian since my second semester. Writing has always been a passion of mine, and it ultimately guided me towards journalism after considering many different career paths. What I love most about writing for the paper is the opportunity to write about topics I’m passionate about while also amplifying the voices of my fellow students.
Contributors
My name is Josephine Scalia and I am a senior majoring in English on the creative writing track, and I am excited to contribute to The Delphian because I have been an avid reader of the newspaper for years.
I chose to write for the newspaper because it is my final year at Adelphi and I want to make the most of my senior year! What inspires me most about journalism is how it is a process that requires collaboration, passion and courage.
Outside of writing, I enjoy doing paint by numbers, visiting my local library and gossiping with my friends while drinking boba. A fun fact about me is that I have four cats!
My name is Jose Guerrero and I am a junior majoring in communications, and I am excited to contribute to The Delphian because I am studying to be a Journalist. I chose to write for the newspaper because I like writing about things that I find interesting like politics. What inspires me most about journalism is the drive and dedication to cover stories.
Outside of writing, I enjoy watching movies, and a fun fact about me is I was born in Ecuador but moved here to the US when I was 5.
I am Mia Bello, a junior majoring in English Literature, and I am excited to contribute to The Delphian because I have so many passions and this newspaper gives me an outlet to write about those passions freely.
I chose to write for the newspaper because I find so much excitement in writing a new story and the satisfaction of finalizing the piece and seeing it printed. What inspires me most about journalism is coming up with topics at our group meetings. I love bouncing ideas off of others and sharing creative ideas. Outside of writing, I enjoy working out, nature walks and trying new coffee shops. A fun fact about me is I’ve met all of the NYC Rockettes.
Hello! My name is Sabrina Albano and I am a freshman business marketing major. I am so excited to contribute to The Delphian because it allows me to truly be involved with the Adelphi community, and to do what I love: write. What inspires me most about journalism is the storytelling aspect of it, and how integral it is to know what’s going on around our community. Outside of writing, I enjoy reading and music, and a fun fact about me is that I play the guitar!
Hi, hi! I’m Ciara Salinas, and I am a freshman majoring in psychology. I love talking about relationships and gender issues. I chose to write for the newspaper because I want others to know that even the smallest things like the movies we watch and the words we say impact our relationships. My favorite part about writing for The Delphian is the ability to walk up to strangers and talk about literally anything. My biggest inspirations are Andie Anderson and Carrie Bradshaw. And a fun fact about me is that I have a cat named Cleo.
My name is Jazlyn Baptiste, and I am the art editor of The Delphian. I am a freshman studio art major with a concentration in graphic design. The Delphian gives a voice to the students, and I joined to add more art to that voice. Journalism excites me because it exposes people to and informs them about the truth of what is happening in the world. I think that this core aspect of journalism is extremely necessary in today’s society. Not only do I enjoy creating different kinds of art, but I also enjoy seeing the art of other people whether it be through The Delphian’s art submissions or through the art of writing.
My name is Carlie Talvy and I am a freshman majoring in chemistry and biology. I am excited to contribute to The Delphian because I have always found journalism interesting. I chose to write for the newspaper because I believe that news is important to keep people informed, and what inspires me most about journalism is how you can write about anything. Outside of writing, I enjoy chemistry, and a fun fact about me is I am a twin.
My name is Nadiya Boodoo and I am a freshman majoring in biology. I am excited to contribute to The Delphian because I want to write about topics that students will be interested in. I chose to write for the newspaper because I want to connect with other students, and what inspires me about journalism is the freedom for creativity and collaboration with others. Outside of writing I enjoy running, and a fun fact about me is that I have a identical twin sibling who also goes to Adelphi!
My name is Erik Shashaty and I am a freshman majoring in communications. I am excited to contribute to The Delphian because I enjoy photography and telling stories through images. I chose to join the newspaper because I wanted to take pictures, and what inspires me most about photojournalism is the power it has in raising awareness. Outside of photography, I enjoy listening to music and playing video games. A fun fact about me is that my favorite genre is horror.
Melanie Atilano Flores is a freshman majoring in neuroscience. She is excited to contribute to the school newspaper because it gives her a sense of what the community of Adelphi is like. She chose to write for the newspaper because being up to date with the latest news is important, and what inspires her the most about journalism is learning through her own work.
Outside of writing, she enjoys baking and going for walks at the park, and a fun fact about Melanie is that she’s a first generation student!
Hi, everyone! My name is Ava Geaniotis. I’m a sophomore communications major with a concentration in journalism and public relations. I’m excited to be part of The Delphian to become more involved with the Adelphi community! What inspires me to write is constantly learning more about the world around me and meeting new people. I also enjoy being able to explore the topics I love most and share what I find. My main interests include music, art, and marketing. When I’m not writing for The Delphian or studying, you can find me rehearsing for musical theater competitions, shopping or trying a new artsy hobby.
Hi, I’m Kennedy Nashe! I’m a freshman majoring in English, and I’m excited to contribute to The Delphian! Writing is something I’ve always found really fulfilling, and being a member of the newspaper allows me to express these ideas. Journalism is the best way to keep myself and many others informed on anything ranging from pop culture to politics and everything in between. When I have free time, I love to listen to music and play games.
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Faculty Advisor
Suzanne Valenza
Suzanne Valenza earned her MS in Liberal Studies from the Graduate Center at CUNY and her BS in English Education from New York University. Before joining the Adelphi community, Professor Valenza enjoyed a fulfilling career as a public secondary school teacher specializing in teaching journalism and creative writing with emphasis on multimedia and technology integration.
Her family were news people with her father having worked for most of his career as a typesetter at a NYC daily. She infused her passion for journalism into her teaching, and over the years expanded her knowledge of journalistic forms to include video documentary, broadcasting, podcasting, and web development.
Professor Valenza’s aim is to facilitate work that her students have a burning desire to complete, providing the necessary skills for them to tell meaningful stories that matter to them no matter the medium.
Her main goal for The Delphian is to increase content from across all university departments, student organizations, athletics and more, thereby becoming the journal of student life at Adelphi with a dynamic website and social media presence that keeps students engaged, informed and entertained.
When Professor Valenza is not on campus, she spends time in her studio as an avid potter who loves making all kinds of objects out of clay. Most importantly, she is a proud mom, mother-in-law, and stepmom who loves her family, her dog and two granddogs boundlessly.