Latest Stories
59°
UMass Boston's independent, student-run newspaper

The Mass Media
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
UMass Boston Bayside Parking Lot sign. Photo by Colin Tsuboi/ Mass Media Staff.
Boston gives the green light for Dorchester Bay City plan
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
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
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
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
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
Gavin looks through poetry books in the campus bookstore. Photo by Milanya Gordiyenko / Contributing Photographer.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with these books
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
Porsha Olayiwola’s impact on the Boston poetry scene
Laughs and whodunnits: ‘Only Murders in the Building’
A student views “RPM: Room to Breathe” located in the University Hall Gallery on the first floor. Photo by Colin Tsuboi / Mass Media Staff.
Experience ‘RPM: Room to Breathe’ at the University Hall Gallery
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
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
Is ‘Black Adam’ worth the watch?
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
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’
Thank you, Mass Media
Azeb, dining hall staff member of the Residence Halls. Photo by Valentina Valderrama-Perez / Mass Media Staff.
Azeb’s generosity makes UMass Boston more like home
Students work on the third level of the Campus Center. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Education teaches empathy
A group of friends meet up to talk in the Campus Center lobby Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Practicing radical compassion: How we should address Boston’s housing crisis
Friends play video games in The Wave, UMass Boston’s game room located in the Upper Level of the Campus Center. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Finding confidence from leveling up
A student uses ChatGPT for ideas. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
The answer to AI is not as simple as you think
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
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
Spirits of the crowd: Should UMass Boston have a football team?
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 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 man yells at someone through a megaphone. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff
In support of swear censorship
Ask Bobby #12
A group of students cook hotdogs in a Motley Hall East communal bathroom. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.
Students convert dormitory bathroom into communal hotdog kitchen
Chancellor Suarez wears a Tom Brady uniform. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano/ Mass Media Staff.
Tom Brady plagiarizes the Chancellor
Beanus crucified on the cross. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano/ Mass Media Staff.
John F. Kennedy Library to be replaced by The Boston Bean Museum
PDF 9-11-23
PDF 9-5-2023

The Mass Media

The Mass Media

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor

All content by Joe DiPersio
A man yells at someone through a megaphone. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff

In support of swear censorship

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 25, 2023

Ask Bobby #12

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 25, 2023
A group of students cook hotdogs in a Motley Hall East communal bathroom. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.

Students convert dormitory bathroom into communal hotdog kitchen

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 25, 2023
Beanus crucified on the cross. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano/ Mass Media Staff.

John F. Kennedy Library to be replaced by The Boston Bean Museum

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 18, 2023
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

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 18, 2023

Ask Bobby #11

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 18, 2023

Ask Bobby #10

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 11, 2023
Students test out the new sleeper pods at their own risk. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.

Are the University’s proposed ‘sleeper pods’ a good idea?

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 11, 2023
A recreation of the ancient Beanosaur, which inspired Boston’s nickname: Beantown. Illustration by Eva Lycette / Mass Media Staff

The origin behind Boston’s legume-inspired nickname: The Beanosaur

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 11, 2023
A student dresses like Steve Jobs, notorious college dropout, and stands barefoot in a toilet, holding an apple with a bite taken out of it in one hand and a smartphone in the other. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff

So you want to be a billionaire? Hint: Drop out of college

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 5, 2023

Ask Bobby #9

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
September 5, 2023

Ask Bobby #8

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
April 28, 2023
Bobby Beacon sulks on the rooftop, looking down into the void of the city. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Bobby’s breakup: A fresh start for an old beacon

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
April 28, 2023
A poster parody of Joe DiPersio and Kyle Makkas titled “Joe and Kyle Endgame.” Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Joe and Kyle: Endgame

Joe DiPersio and Kyle Makkas
April 28, 2023

Ask Bobby #7

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
April 21, 2023
UMass Boston Chancellor, Marcelo Suárez-Orozco, holds a bucket of Beacon Bucks and stands in the Campus Center filled with slot machines. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Beacon Buck casino night has ties to the mob

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
April 21, 2023
A superhero comic poster titled “Joe and Kyle: The Reactors Assemble.” Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Joe and Kyle: The Reactors assemble

Joe DiPersio and Kyle Makkas
April 21, 2023

Ask Bobby #6

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
April 14, 2023
A tombstone with a banana in front of it for Maxwell Garmon. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff. 

Failure! Baboon butt recipient dies tragically

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
April 14, 2023
A movie poster of T.N Turner, Joe DiPersio, and Kyle Makkas titled “Joe & Kyle: Mysteries of the Dirty Depths”.. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Joe and Kyle: Mysteries of the dirty depths

Joe DiPersio and Kyle Makkas
April 14, 2023
A student reveals he is a cyborg. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Are you a robot?

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
April 7, 2023

Ask Bobby #5

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
April 7, 2023
Lola the baboon does stand-up comedy for a bunch of fellow baboons. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Success! Human-baboon butt transplant achieved

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
April 7, 2023

Ask Bobby #4

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
March 31, 2023
Professor Edgar Glute works on his human and baboon subjects for a butt transplant surgery. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

UMass Boston professor attempts human-baboon butt transplant

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
March 31, 2023
A men’s bathroom sign as a lighthouse silhouette. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

A lavatory story: Men’s edition

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
March 31, 2023

Ask Bobby #3

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
March 24, 2023
The Red Line circles a fire pit surrounded by skulls, demons and lightning. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Student gets trapped for eternity in Red Line purgatory

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
March 24, 2023
Bobby Beacon’s mugshot. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Bobby’s breakdown: Beloved beacon sets the record straight

Joe DiPersio , Humor Editor
March 24, 2023

Ask Bobby #2

Joe DiPersio , Humor Editor
March 17, 2023

Tips and tricks to spice up your email life

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
March 17, 2023

Sea-Man battles pollution in Boston Harbor

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
March 17, 2023
Written by Joe DiPersio (He/Him) and illustrated by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff

Ask Bobby

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
March 3, 2023
BeaconBot catfishing online. Illustration by Eva Lycette (She/Her) / Mass Media Contributor.

Student gets catfished by BeaconBot

Joe DiPersio , Humor Editor
March 3, 2023
 The silhouette of Boston with a “Beantown” sign similar to the Hollywood sign. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff. 

Step aside Hollywood! Beantown’s coming for your throne

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
February 23, 2023
A futuristic look at the UMass Boston Campus. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff. 

UMass Boston reveals its 2,500-year construction plan

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
February 23, 2023
A group of friends play the floor is lava. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff. 

Looking for fun? UMass Boston has a club for you

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
February 17, 2023

Band of bullies: The Bayside Boys defend their craft

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
February 17, 2023
Amanda and Julianna sit down to enjoy a nice dinner. Photo by Caitlin Feest (She/Her) / Mass Media Contributor. 

Valentine’s Day mad lib!

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
February 10, 2023

From Dr. Michael Amore Enterprises: Virtual love!

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
February 10, 2023
Shakespeare sits at his desk proud of the poetry he just wrote. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

A collection of love poems

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
February 3, 2023
Bobby the Beacon stands in the middle of his bedroom. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

An inside look at Bobby’s boneyard

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
February 3, 2023

What UMB house are you? Take this quiz and find out!

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
January 27, 2023
An illustration of a confused student with question marks. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Campus cover-up: Mystery symbol appears near dorms

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
January 27, 2023

Does navigating campus feel like a chore? Here’s a tour

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
January 14, 2023

New year, new mistakes: Making the most of 2023

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
January 14, 2023
A shady Santa Clause-looking figure.

You better watch out! Here comes the Yuletide Man

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
December 9, 2022
A man holds his nose.

Top five worst smells on and around campus

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
December 2, 2022

Rat-hat roonie: Students find new ways to cheat

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
November 26, 2022
Guy interviews an annoyed Bobby the Beacon. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

An interview with Bobby Beacon

Joe DiPersio, Humor Editor
November 13, 2022
Load More Stories

The Mass Media

UMass Boston's independent, student-run newspaper
© 2023 • FLEX Pro WordPress Theme by SNO • Log in