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THE SPECTRUM STUDENT PERIODICAL INC

BUFFALO, NY · EIN 161025704 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE B99Z · Education · Micro (<$100K) · ubspectrum.com
revenue
$57K
expenses
$56K
net assets
$69K
employees
mission · from form 990

TO FOSTER THE CONCEPT OF COLLEGIATE JOURNALISM BY PUBLISHING A STUDENT-RUN NEWSPAPER AT THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT BUFFALO.

profile · synthesized from sources

Student-run newspaper at the University at Buffalo, operating as an independent news source for the campus community. Publishes news, opinion, arts, and sports coverage through its website and email newsletter. Serves as a training ground for aspiring journalists while upholding standards of journalistic integrity and editorial independence.

named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Arts & Culture
Reviews and reports on film, music, fashion, and cultural events relevant to the student body
News Reporting
Covers campus news, university administration, student life, and local issues affecting the UB community
Opinion & Editorial
Publishes student editorials, op-eds, and letters to the editor on campus and societal issues
Sports Journalism
Covers University at Buffalo athletics, including game reporting, athlete profiles, and conference news
Student Journalism Training
Provides hands-on experience in reporting, editing, and newsroom management for student journalists
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Literary and Cultural Publishing 1 activity
    • Producing cultural and arts journalism
      Publishes articles analyzing fashion trends, music culture, and artistic influence, including coverage of figures like Rick Owens and Drake, as well as cultural phenomena such as the resurgence of the "Bambi print." Also includes coverage of theatrical performances like "The Pajama Game" at UB.
  • Youth-Led Student Publications 1 activity
    • Publication of a student-run newspaper and digital news content
      Produces and distributes a student-run newspaper at the University at Buffalo, publishing news, opinion, sports, and cultural coverage across print, digital, and email platforms throughout the academic year. The organization has published continuously since December 1950, serving the UB community with campus and local news.
  • Youth & Emerging Filmmaker Training 1 activity
    • Training student journalists in media production and news management
      Provides hands-on training for student journalists in reporting, editing, and managing a multi-platform news organization, including print, digital, and social media. This includes leadership development, as seen in the election of student editors-in-chief and desk leads.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Providing sports journalism and event coverage
      Reports on university sports events, including men's basketball games, and publishes opinion pieces on broader sports issues such as gender disparities in sports medicine. The organization maintains a dedicated sports desk led by student journalists.
    • Reporting on campus news, events, and student governance
      Covers a range of campus-related topics including student elections, university leadership changes, public incidents such as hate speech, and administrative challenges like funding losses. Specific reporting includes coverage of the Student Association elections, the appointment of UB’s first female president, and financial threats to academic programs.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$57K
Contributions & grants$50K88%
Program service revenue$7K12%
Investment income
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$56K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$35K
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$78K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$69K
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -8.6%
relationships · 10

Who they work with

  • Laron Fomby Partner — Provided photo content for coverage of the Student Association 2026–27 e-board elections.
  • SUNY Government — Source of official photos used in news coverage.
  • Savage Partner — Collaborated on coverage and promotion of the movie "Skweezy Jibbs Makes a Movie" and associated tour events.
  • Society of Professional Journalists Network — Adheres to the ethical standards of the Society of Professional Journalists in its reporting and editorial practices.
  • Student Association Partner — Engaged with SA officials to request media passes for Fall Fest coverage.
  • UB Theatre and Dance Partner — Collaborates on coverage and promotion of theatrical productions.
  • University at Buffalo Partner — Collaborates on coverage of local education programs including the Urban Teacher Residency.
  • University at Buffalo Partner — Collaborates with University at Buffalo athletics to report on sports events and student-athlete achievements.
  • University at Buffalo Partner — Operates the UB Stampede transportation system in partnership with the University at Buffalo.
  • University at Buffalo Partner — Primary institution covered by The Spectrum's student journalism, including sports reporting.
strategies · 2

How they approach the work

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