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UMass Boston Physics Professor Sumientra Rampersad discusses her research grant. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff.
UMass Boston professor awarded $2.9 million grant for neurological research
A person walks by Boston City Hall. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff.
Boston lawmakers waive gender and sexual orientation requirement on marriage licenses
A student enters The One Stop to get financial aid advice. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff
Supreme Court blocks student debt relief plan
A student passes through the lobby of Peninsula Apartments. Photo by Olivia Reid (She/Her) / Photography Editor.
Unexpected move-in delays cause stress for UMass Boston students
Beacon, UMass Boston’s therapy dog in training, exploring The Mass Media’s office space. Photo by Katrina Sanville / Editor-In-Chief.
Introducing Beacon: UMass Boston’s most adorable new student
Welcome Week transports students to ‘Future Times’
Beacon, UMass Boston’s therapy dog in training, exploring The Mass Media’s office space. Photo by Katrina Sanville / Editor-In-Chief.
Introducing Beacon: UMass Boston’s most adorable new student
Signing off as your News Editor: Reflecting on my time at The Mass Media
Four runners for the Run for Kyrstle Team, including professors Paul Dyson and Leonard von Morzé pose for a photo prior to the Boston Marathon. Photo submitted by Professor Leonard von Morzé.
UMass Boston professors run Boston Marathon honoring Krystle Campbell
2023-2024 Graduate and Undergraduate Student Government election results
Students attending the Rally for Sayed Faisal in Cambridge. Photo courtesy of James Cerone/ Mass Media Staff.  
Boston community members seek justice for Sayed Arif Faisal
Seniors enjoying the 100-day countdown festivities in the campus center. Photo by Caitlin Feest (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff. 
The countdown to the 2023 graduation comes with mixed emotions
A group of friends hanging out in the open office space of the Campus Center. Photo by Caitlin Feest (She/Her) / Mass Media Contributor. 
The City of Boston and UMass Boston celebrate Black History Month
Image of student in the Peninsula Lobby. Photo by Olivia Reid (She/Her) / Photography Editor. 
How is the housing crisis making college students anxious?
A group of UMass Boston students walk into the Campus Center from the terrace.
Tuition to increase across UMass System for Fall 2022 semester
Art and English BA 2011, Middle and Secondary Education MA 2013
Amanda Huff Learned to Push Herself while Making the Yearbook
Theater and Communications, 2010
Samantha Rincon’s Dream Job at Disney Quest
English, 2009
Ryan Thomas Books Appearances for Pro Athletes
History and Political Science, 2009
Arts and Events Council Plants Career Seeds for Mike Metzger
Communications (UMass Amherst), 2009
Deanna Elliot Leads Arts Publication for High Schoolers Across the Commonwealth
Lauren Westlund spikes the ball during against Saint Joseph’s College. Photo by Beacon Athletics.
Volleyball is on fire after three straight sweeps
Cross country hopes to cross into mid-season form early
Women’s soccer as they play against Arcadia University at the SUNY Cortland Tournament. Photo by Sarah Harlinski / Beacon Athletics
Women’s soccer falls in SUNY Cortland tournament 
Midfielder Gabriel Meireles facing off against Worcester State. Photo by Salt Lake Photo Company / Beacon Athletics
Men’s soccer is making a statement this season
Students play basketball after classes in Clark Athletic Center. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Get rec’d with some advice on using UMass Boston’s facilities
Lauren Westlund spikes the ball during against Saint Joseph’s College. Photo by Beacon Athletics.
Volleyball is on fire after three straight sweeps
Midfielder Gabriel Meireles facing off against Worcester State. Photo by Salt Lake Photo Company / Beacon Athletics
Men’s soccer is making a statement this season
Cross country hopes to cross into mid-season form early
Women’s soccer as they play against Arcadia University at the SUNY Cortland Tournament. Photo by Sarah Harlinski / Beacon Athletics
Women’s soccer falls in SUNY Cortland tournament 
Students play basketball after classes in Clark Athletic Center. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Get rec’d with some advice on using UMass Boston’s facilities
Men’s March Madness Final Four features one of the most unique lineups ever
Image of a stadium. Image sourced from CalMatters.  
With another Super Bowl in the books, what’s next for football?
What’s next for Team USA after the World Cup?
Buffalo Bills’ quarterback, Josh Allen, in a game against the Washington Football Team at Highmark Stadium in Buffalo, N.Y. on Sept. 26, 2021.
The race to the top of the NFL’s AFC East
American Olympic gymnast, Brody Malone, performs on the horizontal bar.
Persistence meets opportunity: Winners in the gymnastics world
Lauren Westlund spikes the ball during against Saint Joseph’s College. Photo by Beacon Athletics.
Volleyball is on fire after three straight sweeps
Midfielder Gabriel Meireles facing off against Worcester State. Photo by Salt Lake Photo Company / Beacon Athletics
Men’s soccer is making a statement this season
Cross country hopes to cross into mid-season form early
Women’s soccer as they play against Arcadia University at the SUNY Cortland Tournament. Photo by Sarah Harlinski / Beacon Athletics
Women’s soccer falls in SUNY Cortland tournament 
Students play basketball after classes in Clark Athletic Center. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Get rec’d with some advice on using UMass Boston’s facilities
South End Pita, known for their pita sandwiches & other Mediterranean staples. Photo by Colin Tsuboi/ Mass Media Staff
South End Pita: Must try Mediterranean Cuisine
A woman views artwork in a gallery. Photo sourced from Unsplash.
‘Barbara Broughel: Requiem Portraits’ honors witch trial victims
A student using an ATM in the Campus Center. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Advice with the Arts Editor: Budgeting with Sydney Bruenen
A student sits down to relax and read “Babel” by R.F. Kuang after a long day of classes. Photo by Georgia Berry / Production Editor
Reading beyond the textbook: Fall book recommendations
A woman vibes to music. Photo sourced from Unsplash.
Olivia Rodrigo’s sophomore album shatters expectations
A woman vibes to music. Photo sourced from Unsplash.
Olivia Rodrigo’s sophomore album shatters expectations
Catching up with summer concerts in New England
A student listens to some music to decompress after a long day of classes. Illustration by Eva Lycette / Mass Media Staff.
The soundtrack to your fall semester
Louis Tomlinson on Faith In The Future Tour takes Boston, MA. Photos by Olivia Reid (She/Her)/ Photography Editor.
Faith in Louis Tomlinson
Adam Lazzara, lead vocalist of Taking Back Sunday, takes stage at Sad Summer Fest. Photo by Olivia Reid (She/Her)/ Photography Editor.
Bands turn frowns upside down at Sad Summer Fest 2023
Join Nintendo’s world of fun in ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’
A student watches TV from the couch.
‘The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special’ review
The poster of the new Wakanda movie, displayed at the local AMC theater in South Bay Plaza.
Marvel’s Cinematic Universe: Post-Infinity Saga
Is ‘Black Adam’ worth the watch?
A scene from “Heartstopper” (2022), a new Netflix series.
LGBTQ History Month: Queer media to consume
South End Pita, known for their pita sandwiches & other Mediterranean staples. Photo by Colin Tsuboi/ Mass Media Staff
South End Pita: Must try Mediterranean Cuisine
Locals of the Boston area stop in to enjoy some of their favorites at Phin Coffee House.
Get your coffee fix around the city
A patron exits the Black Sheep Bagel Cafe, located on John F. Kennedy Street in Cambridge, Mass. on Friday, April 7, 2022.
Black Sheep Bagel Cafe: a busy college student’s dream dining spot
Cristina Miranda, Emily Huckins, and Lucy Camarata (L-R) sit for lunch in Trident Booksellers & Cafe in Boston on March 15, 2022.
Trident Booksellers & Cafe: a must for brunch
Food truck Fridays
South End Pita, known for their pita sandwiches & other Mediterranean staples. Photo by Colin Tsuboi/ Mass Media Staff
South End Pita: Must try Mediterranean Cuisine
Local farmers sell their produce at a farmer’s market. Photo sourced from Flickr.
Buy fresh produce this summer at Boston Farmers’ Markets
After a long first day of classes, a student de-stresses with some light yoga in her room.
How to practice mindful living
A student takes time to journal the day after her move into the residence halls on Thursday.
Prioritizing mental health for the new semester
In front of University Hall, a student takes time to plan out her busy semester schedule.
Preparing for stress
Students hanging out in the Queer Student Center located in the Campus Center. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff
Rainbow capitalism: The good, the bad and the complicated
Uncharted words: Navigating the writing world as a Latina
Students waiting in University Health Services. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
COVID-19 won’t disappear just because we ignore it
Spirits of the crowd: Should UMass Boston have a football team?
A student reads a book in the quiet area on the sixth floor of Healey Library. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Why reading makes you cool
Composite map of North America.
Is political isolationism a good idea?
Growth, lessons, and what sophomore year taught me
Why do people love horror?
What COVID-19 taught us
The fall of Tulsi Gabbard
Students hanging out in the Queer Student Center located in the Campus Center. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff
Rainbow capitalism: The good, the bad and the complicated
Uncharted words: Navigating the writing world as a Latina
Spirits of the crowd: Should UMass Boston have a football team?
Students head from the plaza toward the Campus Center. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Glass half full: UMass Boston isn’t as bad as we make it
Two friends utilize the group study space on the eighth floor of the Healey Library. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff
The hidden value of Healey Library
Ask Bobby #11
Beanus crucified on the cross. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano/ Mass Media Staff.
John F. Kennedy Library to be replaced by The Boston Bean Museum
Bobby the Beacon officiates a wedding between student Persephone Thorneside and her professor. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff
UMass Boston professor proposes to student mid-lecture
Administration forces commuters to carpool amidst fracking scandal
Ask Bobby #10
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Lauren Westlund spikes the ball during against Saint Joseph’s College. Photo by Beacon Athletics.
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A person walks by Boston City Hall. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff.
Boston lawmakers waive gender and sexual orientation requirement on marriage licenses
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UMass Boston Physics Professor Sumientra Rampersad discusses her research grant. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff.
UMass Boston professor awarded $2.9 million grant for neurological research
September 18, 2023
Spirits of the crowd: Should UMass Boston have a football team?
September 18, 2023
Women’s soccer as they play against Arcadia University at the SUNY Cortland Tournament. Photo by Sarah Harlinski / Beacon Athletics
Women's soccer falls in SUNY Cortland tournament 
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Cross country hopes to cross into mid-season form early
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