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Dan Almasi

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor

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"Justice for Meech" is a 4:04 mini-documentary aiming to change the tainted narrative surrounding the February death of Wardell "Meech" Davis.

“Justice for Meech” offers alternative narrative on death of Wardel “Meech” Davis

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
May 4, 2017
Students and community members band together to advocate for homelessness and hunger awareness at 2016's Sleep Out.

Sleep Out for Hunger and Homelessness sheds light on under-recognized community issue

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
April 24, 2017
Society must entirely re-think local print journalism

Society must entirely re-think local print journalism

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
April 12, 2017
Buffalo State looks to rid the Fireside Lounge of its plague of students.

Buff State to install cages, spikes in Fireside Lounge to eradicate plague of destitute students

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor, Managing Editor, News Editor, Copy Editor, Ad Sales Manager, Reporter
April 1, 2017
From left to right: Monica Pellegrino, Executive Director of the Richardson Olmsted Complex, Mayor of Buffalo Byron Brown, Howard Zemsky, president of Empire Economic Development, Paul Hojnacki, president of the Richardson Center Corporation Board, Mark Poloncarz, Erie County Executive, Rene Jones, vice chair of M&T Bank

First phase of redevelopment of Richardson Olmsted Complex complete, Hotel Henry set to open April 30

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
March 30, 2017
This is an opinion article except it's about lots of different things instead of one topic

This is an opinion article except it’s about lots of different things instead of one topic

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
March 22, 2017
The complete guide to a successful night out in Niagara Falls, Canada's Clifton Hill

The complete guide to a successful night out in Niagara Falls, Canada’s Clifton Hill

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
March 20, 2017
As printed: "THE RASH OF FALSE bomb threats telephoned to the buildings on the Buffalo State campus continued this week as security reported four threats on Monday, four more on Wednesday, and one on Thursday. In each case, security had to evacuate the buildings involved and inspect the premises with city firefighters, forcing students, faculty and staff to stand outside."

Buffalo State received 15 bomb threats in just two weeks in 1975

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
March 9, 2017
Allentown First Fridays

Allentown First Fridays

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
March 7, 2017
The striking album artwork for 'High Times For Low Lives', released in November. The figure is based on the biblical martyr, Saint Sebastian.

A Q&A with The Griswolds before their first headlining show in Buffalo

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
March 3, 2017
This humorous piece with a list of fat jokes caused quite a bit of outrage on the Buffalo State campus in 1999.

This 1999 issue of The Record begs the question: Has what it means to be “liberal” changed?

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
February 9, 2017
Five-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady mean muggin' in a pair of Uggs.

A Buffalo Bills fan’s revelation: What if Tom Brady doesn’t suck?

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
February 7, 2017
An alternative future for Elmwood Village proposed by Ryan

An alternative future for Elmwood Village proposed by Ryan

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
February 1, 2017
A crowd at Albright-Knox art gallery viewed a series of Isaac Julien's work, including Western Union: Small Boats (2007)

Albright-Knox hosts first of series of talks with internationally renowned filmmaker Isaac Julien

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
January 26, 2017
An archived 1977 issue of The Record advertised as "The New Buffalo State College Record" explaining the publication's updated mission statement.

This uncannily relevant statement in a 1977 issue of The Record reminds us that we all have to keep up with the times

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
January 26, 2017
BzzChatter will go live in early or mid-February.

Buffalo State chosen as one of three colleges to test new social media app BzzChatter

Dan Almasi, Executive Editor
January 19, 2017
The end of an era: The Record goes digital

The end of an era: The Record goes digital

Dan Almasi, Managing Editor
November 30, 2016
24-year-old senior urban planning major Samantha Gardner was allegedly sexually assaulted on campus. Unlike the 63 percent of cases that go unreported, she wants to tell her story.

A survivor puts a face on sexual assault crisis

Dan Almasi, Managing Editor
November 29, 2016
Senior quarterback Kyle Hoppy passed for a career-high 434 yards and scored all five Bengal touchdowns (three passing, two rushing) on Saturday.

Buffalo State’s passing attack lights up Red Dragons in 39-21 win

Dan Almasi, Managing Editor
October 8, 2016
Senior quarterback Kyle Hoppy passed for a career-high 434 yards and scored all five Bengal touchdowns (three passing, two rushing) on Saturday.

Quarterback Kyle Hoppy breaks jaw in season-opener, timetable for a return unknown

Dan Almasi, Managing Editor
September 9, 2016
Scott Roop (third from the back of the boat) is a former Vesper Cup winner and USA Rowing Hall of Famer. He began his rowing career at Buffalo State in 1974.

Former Buff State rower to coach Olympic boat

Dan Almasi, Managing Editor
May 4, 2016

Group pushes to bring rowing back to Buffalo State for first time in over 40 years

Dan Almasi, Managing Editor
May 4, 2016

Bills should look to bolster pass rush on Thursday

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
April 27, 2016
Buffalo State students enjoying an outdoor concert in 1979.

Radio Waves, the Goos and Teenage Prohibition: A memoir of Buffalo State’s defining music scene in the ’80s

Dan Almasi, Managing Editor
April 27, 2016
Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan introduced Donald Trump at the First Niagara Center on Monday.

Why Rex Ryan is the Donald Trump of the NFL

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
April 20, 2016
Alt. Buffalo fans get rowdy for a photo during Cage The Elephant's encore performance on March 28.

Call for new wave of rock answered by Spring Fling

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
April 6, 2016
Flying Bison Brewery Owner Tim Herzog (pictured left) presented his lecture about the history of Buffalo brewing on Tuesday, Jan. 26 in the E.H. Butler Library.

Flying Bison, Big Ditch owners discuss craft beer in Buffalo

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
February 16, 2016
Why teens call Bernie Sanders "Daddy"

Why teens call Bernie Sanders “Daddy”

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
February 10, 2016
DraftKings dethroned; daily fantasy sports in trouble in New York

DraftKings dethroned; daily fantasy sports in trouble in New York

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
November 18, 2015
La Nova Pizzeria isn't located in the Elmwood Village, but is well worth the short drive outside of it.

Where to find the best pizza slices in and around Elmwood

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
November 4, 2015
Kyle Hoppy was 14 of 19 for 197 yards and two touchdowns against Alfred before exiting the game with a knee injury.

QB Hoppy has successful surgery, begins rehab process

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
October 28, 2015
Senior quarterback Dan Serignese connected with sophomore receiver Had Bryant on an 11-yard game-winning touchdown pass.

Football fails to find offensive stride, falls to Morrisville State

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
September 30, 2015
Kyle Hoppy was 14 of 19 for 197 yards and two touchdowns against Alfred before exiting the game with a knee injury.

Back-and-forth affair ends in loss

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
September 23, 2015

Freedom of religion, not ignorance

Dan Almasi, Opinion Editor
September 9, 2015
Junior quarterback Kyle Hoppy returns after leading the Bengals to an ECAC Championship in 2014.

Bengals focus on continued success

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
September 1, 2015
Proposed wage increase leads to many questions

Proposed wage increase leads to many questions

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
September 1, 2015
Badfish drummer Scott Begin talked with The Record and gave his views on Nickelback, the 2016 Presidential Race, legalization of marijuana and much more.

Q & A with Badfish: A Tribute to Sublime drummer Scott Begin

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
September 1, 2015
Freshman attacker Alanna Herne led the Bengals in points (73) and goals (42), on way to being named second team All-SUNYAC.

Herne’s lacrosse roots help lead Bengals

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
May 8, 2015

Softball playoff preview

Dan Almasi and Anthony Reyes
April 29, 2015

Robin Williams’ last role reflective of his personal issues

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
April 22, 2015
Dan Almasi/Sports editor

ALMASI: Cassel could be the final piece of the puzzle for the Bills

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
March 12, 2015
Senior Mike DeLaVergne will move on to play for ECHL's Atlanta Gladiators.

Buffalo State makes fourth straight semifinal appearance

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
March 5, 2015

Canadian adventure sportsman Gadd first to climb frozen Falls

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
March 4, 2015
Sophomore Taylor Pryce had two goals and an assist in a 4-4 tie against Geneseo.

Men’s hockey hits stride at right time

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
February 24, 2015
The Bengals celebrated five goals against Potsdam for the their eighth win of the season and fourth in SUNYAC play.

Men’s hockey powers past Potsdam

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
February 12, 2015

Dumb and dumber: Product advertisers and consumers

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
February 6, 2015

Almasi: Unlikely stars shine bright in Superbowl XLIX

Dan Almasi, Sports Editor
February 4, 2015
Football flourishes in best season in over a decade

Football flourishes in best season in over a decade

Dan Almasi, Associate Sports Editor
December 4, 2014
Sophomore forward Jake Rosen scored Buffalo State's lone goal against Plattsburgh.

Men’s hockey falls to SUNYACs best

Dan Almasi, Associate Sports Editor
November 19, 2014
Carney’s career day keys Bengals’ win

Carney’s career day keys Bengals’ win

Dan Almasi, Associate Sports Editor
November 13, 2014

Playoffs? Yes, let’s talk about playoffs

Dan Almasi, Associates Sports Editor
November 5, 2014

“No Easy Day” author deserves respect, honor for military service

Dan Almasi, Associates Sports Editor
November 5, 2014
Buffalo State lost three fumbles against Utica, including Mike Doherty’s (7) third-quarter fumble after a 36-yard reception. Dohery fumbled the ball on the Utica 9-yard line.

Football lets one slip away in loss to Utica

Dan Almasi, Associate Sports Editor
October 30, 2014

Football preps for clash with Utica following bye

Dan Almasi, Associates Sports Editor
October 22, 2014

The Fantasy Effect

Dan Almasi, Associate Sports Editor
October 15, 2014

Football jumps out to best start since ‘99

Dan Almasi, Associate Sports Editor
October 8, 2014

Late-game swing sinks Salisbury, 32-28

Dan Almasi, Associate Sports Editor
October 1, 2014

Action Jackson: An ageless anomaly

Dan Almasi, Associate Sports Editor
September 25, 2014

Pete, Bengals run past Manchester

Dan Almasi, Associate Sports Editor
September 18, 2014

Buffalo breathes collective sigh of relief: Pegula buys Bills

Dan Almasi, Opinion Editor
September 15, 2014
Senior wide receiver Mike Doherty had nine catches for 229 yards and two touchdowns in the win.

Bengals win opener in OT stunner

Dan Almasi, Associate Sports Editor
September 12, 2014
Volkswagen "supercar" sparks ignorant online debate

Volkswagen “supercar” sparks ignorant online debate

Dan Almasi, Opinion Editor
August 26, 2014
Heather Becker

Becker, Holmes lead Bengals in SUNYAC championships

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
May 7, 2014

What your music says about you

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
May 7, 2014
Senior attacker Becca Martinez guided the Bengals through a transition year, with interim coach Kelsey Schwan taking over the coaching duties.

Martinez gives lacrosse lift in senior season

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
May 1, 2014
Junior attacker Meghan Farrell had two goals and an assist in Buffalo State's 15-7 victory over Potsdam at Coyer Field on Saturday

Bengals close out season with strong performance against Potsdam

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
May 1, 2014

Not all news is equal

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
April 22, 2014
Meghan Farrell scored a goal and added an assist in the Bengals’ 21-10 loss at home against Geneseo on Tuesday.

Lax loses pair, eliminated from playoff contention

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
April 22, 2014

Buffalo gets a radio alternative

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
April 16, 2014
Kelsey Schwan was an assistant for Bengals and was named interim head coach after Meg Stevens left at the end of last season.

Lax exceeds early expectations under Schwan

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
April 15, 2014
Niki Paulhardt

Bengals hang tough in second half of loss to undefeated Cortland

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
April 15, 2014
Nikki Paulhaurdt scored twice in a 20-10 loss to Oneonta on Saturday. The loss snapped a six-game winning streak that started with a 17-3 win against Houghton on March 19.

Six-game wining streak snapped at Oneonta

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
April 8, 2014
Junior Meghan Farrell scored a career-high five goals against New Paltz.

Career performance from Farrell pushes Bengals past New Paltz

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
April 1, 2014
NL Central Preview

NL Central Preview

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
April 1, 2014

Stellar McElroy leads women’s basketball through resurgence

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
March 19, 2014
Lacrosse dominated by strong St. John Fisher squad

Lacrosse dominated by strong St. John Fisher squad

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
March 19, 2014
Nikki Paulhardt scored three goals and added an assist in a 17-11 win over Hartwick.

Bengals split season-opening weekend

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
March 11, 2014

Rebuilding an excuse, teams should be more immediate about change

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
March 5, 2014
Bianca Smiley finished out her career as the Bengals’ 11th all-time leading scorer.

Women’s basketball tripped up in semifinals

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
March 4, 2014
Olivia Luciani scored 15 points and grabbed four rebounds in the Bengals’ 91-84 win at Potsdam on Friday.

Women’s basketball loses No. 1 seed on season’s final weekend

Dan Almasi, Staff writer
February 26, 2014

Uncovering a “too good to be true” business opportunity

Dan Almasi, Reporter
February 18, 2014
Senior #23 Bianca netted her 1,000th career point in Friday's game against Brockport.

Bengals home win-streak broken over weekend

Dan Almasi, Staff Writer
February 18, 2014
British exchange student swimmers Tom Mermagen and Charlotte Archdeacon

British Bengals make big splash

Dan Almasi, Reporter
February 18, 2014
Guard Kala Crawford had seven points, 10 rebounds and three assists, helping the Bengals secure a 78-55 win over New Paltz

McElroy’s big game helps Bengals split weekend pair

Dan Almasi, Reporter
February 12, 2014
Tawan Slaughter bought and is coaching the Buffalo 716ers, a semi-pro basketball team.

Slaughter faces new challenge coaching 716ers

Dan Almasi, Reporter
December 5, 2013
Kara Goodwin had one assist last weekend in Buffalo State's two loses to SUNY Canton.

Women’s hockey lets first lead of season slip away, drops seventh straight

Dan Almasi, Reporter
November 26, 2013

Young social media users flee to Twitter as parents join Facebook

Dan Almasi, Reporter
November 21, 2013
Christian Feickert and the men's rugby team lost to Niagara in the second round of the playoffs on Saturday.

Rugby’s season, streak ends in second round of playoffs

Dan Almasi, Reporter
November 13, 2013
The men's club rugby team remained undefeated and is ranked No. 18 in the country by rugbymag.com.

Club rugby remains undefeated, moves on in playoffs

Dan Almasi, Reporter
November 6, 2013
Buffalo State club rugby finished its regular season undefeated and is currently ranked No. 6 Division II.

Rugby rolls to No. 6 ranking

Dan Almasi, Reporter
October 30, 2013

Rugby shuts out Niagara to stay perfect

Dan Almasi, Reporter
October 23, 2013
Rugby won its fourth game of the season Saturday, and at 4-0 the Bengals are only undefeated team left in their division.

Men’s Rugby extends streak to four, remains unbeaten

Dan Almasi, Reporter
October 8, 2013
The 3-0 men's rugby team is the only remaining undefeated team in its division this season.

Rugby rolls past Fredonia

Dan Almasi, Reporter
October 1, 2013

Macklemore song draws criticism as well as praise

Dan Almasi, Reporter
September 26, 2013
Men's rugby travels to Fredonia Saturday.

Men’s rugby improves to 2-0 with blowout win

Dan Almasi, Reporter
September 26, 2013
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