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The door to the Network Security Operations Center in the Healey Library. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff.
It’s cybersecurity awareness month: Here is what you need to know
A student waits for a Red Line train at JFK/UMass station for their commute home. Photo by Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
MBTA slow zones cause frustration all around Boston
A student walks into the One Stop, located on the Upper Level of the Campus Center. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Biden Administration hosts White House Campus Press Briefing
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu speaks about Dorchester shooting. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff
Dorchester shooting leaves five injured, including two juveniles
A restroom located near UMarket in Motley Hall East, where USG hopes to supply free menstrual products. Photo by Milanya Gordiyenko / Mass Media Staff
Free menstrual products in all UMass Boston restrooms: USG looking for feedback in final stages
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
Men’s goalkeeper, Victor Reyes, in their recent home game. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Goalkeepers: The first line of defense
Benefits of the weight room and facilities for athletes
Dylan Wertzberger, 20; Taryn Broughal, 19; and Colbie Atlas, 5; ready to play against Nichols College / Photo by Beacons Athletics.
Volleyball hangs on in a tight matchup
Women’s soccer player Caileigh Sullivan kicks a ball during a recent game against UMass Dartmouth. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Women’s soccer is kicking down doors to destiny
Women’s tennis players brace themselves for a home match in September. Photo by Sandra Watson/ Contributor.
Women’s tennis starts the year off strong with dominant conference play
Men’s goalkeeper, Victor Reyes, in their recent home game. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Goalkeepers: The first line of defense
Benefits of the weight room and facilities for athletes
Dylan Wertzberger, 20; Taryn Broughal, 19; and Colbie Atlas, 5; ready to play against Nichols College / Photo by Beacons Athletics.
Volleyball hangs on in a tight matchup
Women’s soccer player Caileigh Sullivan kicks a ball during a recent game against UMass Dartmouth. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Women’s soccer is kicking down doors to destiny
Women’s tennis players brace themselves for a home match in September. Photo by Sandra Watson/ Contributor.
Women’s tennis starts the year off strong with dominant conference play
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
Illustration of Patriots’ linebacker, Matthew Judon. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.
Is the Patriots’ season a lost cause already?
Men’s soccer faces off against Eastern Nazarene during a game on Sept. 21. Photo by Salt Lake Photo Company / Beacon Athletics
Men’s soccer has a bittersweet week
Forward Kaylee Haynes moves to kick the ball at Sept. 19 game against Curry College. Photo by Salt Lake Photo Company / Beacon Athletics.
Women’s soccer rebounds after tough tournament bout
Lauren Westlund spikes the ball to the opponents in the women’s volleyball game on September, 20. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Contributor.
Volleyball wins two out of three at UMass Dartmouth Invitational
Lauren Westlund spikes the ball during against Saint Joseph’s College. Photo by Beacon Athletics.
Volleyball is on fire after three straight sweeps
Lights, camera, action! The Boston Film Festival 2023
Spooky LGBTQ+ books to celebrate Autumn
A woman enters her apartment. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Advice with the Arts Editor: The most common frenemy, your neighbors
Outside the Museum of Fine Arts, which UMass Boston students can visit for free. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff.
Free museums in Boston to visit on your downtime
Anthony Ochoa Fader studying abroad in Mexico City. Photo submitted by Anthony Ochoa Fader
Walking through history while studying abroad in Mexico City
Fans ecstatic during the opening of Louis Tomlinson’s concert at the MGM Music Hall on July 25. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
Biggest headliners coming to Boston: Fall 2023
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
Lights, camera, action! The Boston Film Festival 2023
Laughs and whodunnits: ‘Only Murders in the Building’
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
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
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
Anthony Ochoa Fader studying abroad in Mexico City. Photo submitted by Anthony Ochoa Fader
Walking through history while studying abroad in Mexico City
Berline Thermidor, who instructs Pop Pilates Dance. Photo submitted by Berline Thermidor.
Connecting on campus: Get to know Dance Instructor Berline Thermidor
Peer Mentor Kaley Whipkey types on her computer. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff.
Connecting on Campus: Get to know Peer Mentor Kaley Whipkey
Therapy dog Pepsi stops by during interview with Diane to say hello. Photo by Valentina Valderrama-Perez / Mass Media Staff
Connecting on campus: Get to Know RA Diane Pierre
Welcome Week transports students to ‘Future Times’
The summer of the strike isn’t over
Two students utilize the public seating by the Harbor Walk. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
The ocean is UMass Boston’s most underrated health resource
Members of Casa Latina sing at their club event. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Contributor.
The limbo between two worlds
Let’s get sustainable—as college students
Students work on the third level of the Campus Center. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Education teaches empathy
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
A mushroom grows by the dank stairwell. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.
Top five best places to grow mushrooms on campus
An excited couple stands in a dumpster surrounded by various treasures and trash. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.
A beginner’s guide to dumpster dating
Ask Bobby #13
A man yells at someone through a megaphone. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff
In support of swear censorship
Ask Bobby #12
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The summer of the strike isn't over
October 2, 2023
Lights, camera, action! The Boston Film Festival 2023
October 2, 2023
Spooky LGBTQ+ books to celebrate Autumn
October 2, 2023
Men’s soccer player Marron Achaempong fights a UMass Dartmouth player for the ball. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Men’s soccer is scaring opponents away with ghastly, gratifying gameplay
October 2, 2023
Men’s goalkeeper, Victor Reyes, in their recent home game. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Goalkeepers: The first line of defense
October 2, 2023
A woman enters her apartment. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Advice with the Arts Editor: The most common frenemy, your neighbors
October 2, 2023

The 2023-2024 student government candidates

April 7, 2023

The elections for the Undergraduate Student Government and Graduate Student Government’s 2023-2024 term will take place on April 17-20. Before the elections begin, get to know the candidates planning to run in all seats of the governments.
Undergraduate Student Government
President
Kaushar Barejiya
Vice President
Kaley Whipkey
Senator
Vansh Khokhani
David Buckley
Talia Hammond
Cristian Orellana
Aidan Phuong
Isabel Raymond
Logan Garrison
Colin Tsuboi
Calixta Nahue
Kai Livingstone
Brisa Portillo
Millie Snow
Julia Olszewski
Pari Vachhani
Christelle Joseph
Linzie Truong
Oscar Brown
Manav Shah
Stacy Tran
Isabella Victoria Villegas Leal
Anthony Owuor
Student Trustee
Mahek Patel
Kristol Callender
Michael Dooley
Mahua Nitin Hiray
Graduate Student Government
President
Delaney Bowen
Vice President 
Somesh Balani
Treasurer
Itish Pandey
Be sure to keep an eye out for UMass Boston emails in regards to voting in the election, as well as more information.

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