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Students can now access free tampons and pads in 12 bathrooms around campus, including on the third floor of the Campus Center. Photo by Georgia Berry / Production Editor.
Combatting reproductive care inequality at UMass Boston
People attend the Intergenerational Cultural Commemoration Event at Dorchester’s VietAID Community Center. Photo submitted by Michelle Dang / Mass Media Staff.
1975: A Vietnamese Diaspora Commemoration Initiative honors Black April
Students head into Phillis Wheatley Hall to attend their classes and study. Photo by Georgia Berry / Production Editor.
Student proposes to amend the name of Phillis Wheatley Hall
Members of UMass Boston’s DSP Chapter pose for a photo by the Boston Marathon finish line.
Students from Delta Sigma Pi volunteer at 128th Boston Marathon
Several members of Team Krystle Campbell pose for a photo before the 2024 Boston Marathon. Photo submitted by Professor Paul Dyson.
UMass Boston professor Paul Dyson runs Boston Marathon in honor of Krystle Campbell
Students can now access free tampons and pads in 12 bathrooms around campus, including on the third floor of the Campus Center. Photo by Georgia Berry / Production Editor.
Combatting reproductive care inequality at UMass Boston
Students head into Phillis Wheatley Hall to attend their classes and study. Photo by Georgia Berry / Production Editor.
Student proposes to amend the name of Phillis Wheatley Hall
Members of UMass Boston’s DSP Chapter pose for a photo by the Boston Marathon finish line.
Students from Delta Sigma Pi volunteer at 128th Boston Marathon
Several members of Team Krystle Campbell pose for a photo before the 2024 Boston Marathon. Photo submitted by Professor Paul Dyson.
UMass Boston professor Paul Dyson runs Boston Marathon in honor of Krystle Campbell
Going green at UMass Boston: An interview with UMass Boston’s Sustainability & Resiliency Planner Janna Cohen-Rosenthal
Campus activism heats up: UMass Amherst student protestors arrested
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?
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
Luke Murphy, player of the week, batting. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Baseball wins one, loses two throughout weekday games
Recruitment strategies of UMass Boston coaches: Amy Zombeck 
A men’s tennis player prepares to serve during a home match. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Men’s tennis establishes themselves as wild card in LEC mold
Player Hayley Krockta steps up to bat. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Softball wins two and loses two in conference doubleheaders
Player Luke Murphy drives towards the goal at a home game. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Men’s lacrosse gears up for playoffs with final regular season games
Luke Murphy, player of the week, batting. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Baseball wins one, loses two throughout weekday games
Recruitment strategies of UMass Boston coaches: Amy Zombeck 
A men’s tennis player prepares to serve during a home match. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Men’s tennis establishes themselves as wild card in LEC mold
Player Hayley Krockta steps up to bat. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Softball wins two and loses two in conference doubleheaders
Player Luke Murphy drives towards the goal at a home game. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Men’s lacrosse gears up for playoffs with final regular season games
Everything you need to know for Super Bowl LVIII
Illustration of Bruins’ right winger Trent Frederic. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.
Don’t poke the bear: Bruins fans have nothing to worry about
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?
Guard Emanuel Zayas dribbles the ball on the court. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Men’s basketball drowns Rhode Island College
UMass Boston junior sprinter Dorinda Okorji wins Second LEC Track Athlete of the Week / Photo and graphic courtesy of Beacons Athletics.
Track and field keeps showing promise with spike in performance
Forward Keriann Farina shoots the ball against Rhode Island College at a home game on Jan 27. Photo by Dong Woo Im/ Mass Media Staff.
Women’s basketball losing streak extends to four in a row
Men’s hockey players huddle during a home game. Photo courtesy of Beacon Athletics.
Men’s hockey picks themselves up after minor slip on ice
Forward Katie Wilbert shoots the puck against Salem State University at a home game on Jan. 26. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Leah Bosch leads women’s hockey to sixth straight victory
The Blue Stage at Boston Calling of 2023. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
Calling all Beacons: Set sail to Boston Calling this Memorial Day Weekend
A student walks along the Harborwalk, which surrounds the UMass Boston campus. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Therapeutic waters: How waterfront location of a university boosts mental health
Students relaxing on the front lawn of the Campus Center. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Advice with the Arts Editor: Technology and social media
Eat plant-based at these Earth-friendly restaurants
During Earth Month, students can take part in recyclable crafts in UHall 4400 every Thursday at 5 p.m. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
UMass Boston focuses on sustainability this Earth Month
Taylor Swift at Gillete Stadium last May during “The Eras Tour.” Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
A new Era has arrived: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
A student listens to music in the Campus Center in between classes. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Lizzy McAlpine reaches new ‘ceilings’ with ‘Older’
Ben Barlow, the frontman of Neck Deep, performing at Sad Summer Fest in Worcester, Ma. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Neck Deep has a marvelous return to form in their newest album
Doja Cat on the Scarlet Tour. Photo by Theo Wargo.
Doja paints the town red on her Boston stop on her Scarlet Tour
Fans attending a concert at Roadrunner in Boston, MA. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
Petey calls Boston ‘paradise’ after taking it over during ‘USA’ tour
A student watches a horror movie in the Campus Center. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Give horror a second chance
A student browses through Netflix. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
“Scott Pilgrim Takes Off” is a delight for comic and movie fans alike
True stories shine at GlobeDocs film festival
A student watches “Ahsoka” during their free time in the dorm.Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Why you should watch Ahsoka (and all of Star Wars)
A student watches a horror movie in the Campus Center. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Frightful flicks that you might not have heard of
Pho Basil restaurant located in the Back Bay. Photo by Michelle Dang / Mass Media Staff.
Pho Basil: An affordable array of Vietnamese cuisine
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
Visit this winter sauna pop-up in Boston before it’s gone!
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
Students catching up in the Asian Student Center located in the Campus Center. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Push for ethnic studies expansion arises from Bay Area trip
Delta Sigma Pi facilitates future managers
Dr. Sơn Ca Lâm joins the Asian American Studies Department as a professor. Photo submitted by Michelle Dang / Mass Media Staff.
An interview with Dr. Sơn Ca Lâm
A headshot of Cristian Orellana. Photo submitted by Valentina Valderrama Pérez / Mass Media Staff.
Student Cristian Orellana revitalizes opportunity to donate guest meal swipes 
UMass Boston’s Global Ambassadors: Chat with us to study abroad!
Students gather at Emerson College’s encampment for Palestine on Thursday, Photo submitted by Elijah Horwath / Mass Media Staff.
Universities are violently repressing free speech—what’s new?
As the semester winds down, a student sits in the UHS office in order to get a quick checkup to keep their mental and physical wellbeing as healthy as possible. Photo from The Mass Media archives.
Ending the semester while battling stress
Students boarding the shuttle bus at the Campus Center. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Why finding an affordable apartment feels like chasing a unicorn
Temporary tragedies: The insidious nature of the 24 hour news cycle
In response to the anti-Zionist stance
A student uses TikTok during their free time. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
The downfall of TikTok
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
In response to the anti-Zionist stance
Students enjoy a walk through the newly opened campus quad. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Passing the sustainability baton: UMass Boston engages students in green initiatives
Leaving my homeland for my homeland: Exploring Bangladesh immigration
Members of the UMass Boston community stand in solidarity with Africana Studies at the protest held on April 5. Photo submitted by protester.
I value the Africana Studies major—does our administration?
Students sit outside the Campus Center over the summer. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
UMass’ economic contributions: More than just numbers
A courtroom sketch of Bobby as a witness berates him. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.
The People vs. Bobby Beacon: A historic trial comes to an end
A recent graduate does the worm on the sidewalk. Get squirmin’! Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.
Five steps to ensuring post-graduation happiness
Written by Joe DiPersio (He/Him) and illustrated by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.
Ask Bobby #36: Sick roommates
Bobby the Beacon is yelled at in court by a lawyer. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.
The People vs. Bobby Beacon: Lighthouse accused of foul play
A proud UMass Boston alum reads his rather controversial collection of books. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff.
UMass Boston alum finds success with controversial children’s book series
Comic: Pape
Comic: Gringlehook Vol. 5
Written by Joe DiPersio (He/Him) and illustrated by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.
Ask Bobby #36: Sick roommates
Written by Joe DiPersio (He/Him) and illustrated by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.
Ask Bobby #35: Do you ever yearn?
Written by Joe DiPersio (He/Him) and illustrated by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.
Ask Bobby #34: Fugitive Upstairs
Written by Joe DiPersio (He/Him) and illustrated by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.
Ask Bobby #33: Spray-On Pants
Written by Joe DiPersio (He/Him) and illustrated by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.
Ask Bobby #32: Friends with The Cat in the Hat?
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An MBTA bus parks outside of the Broadway Red Line station in South Boston.

Preliminary report reveals door control system failure in case of man killed by MBTA train

Abigail Basile, News Editor
May 6, 2022
Monicas Mercato & Salumeria displays campaign signs for Jorge Mendoza, owner of multiple restaurants in the North End.

UMass Boston Graduate wins Boston City Council special election

Abigail Basile, News Editor
May 6, 2022

What to know about the MA Cookie Settlement

Abigail Basile, News Editor
December 3, 2021
People locking arms in unison.

GEO continues impassioned negotiations with university

Abigail Basile, News Editor
December 3, 2021
A group of students stand in protest, demanding Boston University divest from fossil fuel industries.

[Photo] Boston students demand divestment from fossil fuels by their universities

November 19, 2021
A group of students stand in protest, demanding Boston University divest from fossil fuel industries.

Boston students demand divestment from fossil fuels by their universities

Abigail Basile, News Editor
November 19, 2021
Recreation of “Freedom From Want,” a famous painting by Norman Rockwell.

Easy desserts for students to whip up this holiday season

Abigail Basile, News Editor
November 18, 2021
Michelle Wu in 2019. Photo courtesy of Kenneth Zirkel via Wikimedia Commons.

Profile on Michelle Wu: Boston’s next mayor

Abigail Basile, News Editor
November 12, 2021
The first generation resource fair held at the Campus Center on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021 as part of First Gen Week at UMass Boston.

UMass Boston holds First Generation Students Week

Abigail Basile, News Editor
November 12, 2021
Interim Dean of the Library Joanne Riley cutting the ribbon off of the newly installed self-checkout station.

Healey Library celebrates grand opening of self-checkout station

Abigail Basile, News Editor
November 5, 2021
Portrait of Michelle Wu, Boston’s new mayor.

Michelle Wu wins Boston mayoral election

Abigail Basile, News Editor
November 5, 2021
Flyer for the event on November 1, 2021.

UMass Boston holds Black Lives Matter Day

Abigail Basile, News Editor
October 29, 2021
The banner at the entrance of the Office of Career Services welcomes you on the first floor of the Campus Center.

UMass Boston to hold Internship Expo

Abigail Basile, News Editor
October 29, 2021
The JFK/UMass MBTA Station in Dorchester, Boston.

$5 Dunkin’ gift cards don’t make up for the MBTA’s negligence

Abigail Basile, News Editor
October 22, 2021
Compilation of graphics for the UMass Boston presentation of Romeo and Juliet.

UMass Boston presents “Romeo and Juliet” this November

Abigail Basile, News Editor
October 22, 2021
Headshot of Mayor Kim Janey.

Boston replaces Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Abigail Basile, News Editor
October 14, 2021
Sketch of Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.

Supreme Court likely to reinstate death penalty for Boston Marathon bomber

Abigail Basile, News Editor
October 14, 2021
Illustration of BIPOC.

Highlighting diversity at UMass Boston

Abigail Basile and Genevieve Santilli
October 7, 2021
Closed off escalator connecting to commuter rail at Back Bay station after injuries occurred due to a malfunction.

Louisiana family sues MBTA following escalator malfunction

Abigail Basile, News Editor
October 7, 2021
Students demonstrating in front of the Campus Center, Oct. 1, 2021.

Black Student Center holds protest demanding accountability from university

Abigail Basile, News Editor
October 2, 2021
A girl looking at the red line map.

Boston sees growth in public transit ridership despite MBTA incidents

Abigail Basile, News Editor
September 30, 2021
Promotional flyer for the event.

Office of Career Services and Internships hosts virtual career expo

Abigail Basile, News Editor
September 30, 2021
Theta Chi frat house.

UMass Amherst students protest fraternity Theta Chi

Abigail Basile, News Editor
September 24, 2021
The Harborwalk passing through UMass Boston’s campus.

First in-person Beacon 5K to occur this Sunday

Abigail Basile, News Editor
September 24, 2021
The new assistant dean of students, Chiquita Baylor, stands proudly in the Campus Center.

Interview with new Assistant Dean of Students

Abigail Basile, News Editor
September 16, 2021
Head-shot of mayoral candidate Michelle Wu.

Boston mayoral election update

Abigail Basile, News Editor
September 9, 2021
Greg Abbott in 2012.

Texas voting restrictions bill signed into law

Abigail Basile, News Editor
September 9, 2021
Articles about Afghanistan.

A recap of news in summer 2021

Abigail Basile, News Editor
August 27, 2021
UMass Boston campus empty after orientation.

UMass Boston introduces accessibility technology Aira

Abigail Basile, News Editor
August 27, 2021

Students who lived in dorms to receive refunds

Abigail Basile
May 1, 2020

Three Phase Plan to reopen nation and how Massachusetts fits in

Abigail Basile
April 23, 2020

One Boston Day celebrated among social distancing regulations

Abigail Basile
April 17, 2020

Monday storm gives rise to widespread power outages

Abigail Basile
April 16, 2020
Photo by Delaney Hooper / Mass Media Staff

Social distancing policies grow stricter in Boston

Abigail Basile
April 9, 2020

Changes to pass/fail with Emily McDermott

Abigail Basile
April 4, 2020
UMass Boston residence halls. 

UMass Boston students move out of residence halls

Abigail Basile
March 27, 2020

Strict coronavirus regulations sweep the state

Abigail Basile
March 21, 2020
Annual Career Expo at UMass Boston

Annual Career Expo at UMass Boston

Abigail Basile
March 5, 2020

Student success town hall

Abigail Basile
February 27, 2020

MBTA update: closures in 2020

Abigail Basile
February 20, 2020

MASSPIRG Students tabling and kickoff events

Abigail Basile
February 13, 2020

Spotlight: Residence Hall Association

Abigail Basile
February 5, 2020

Students move back for spring semester

Abigail Basile
January 30, 2020
The Japanese Langauge Club and Vietnamese Student Association tables at the Involvement Fair. The JLC, one of the clubs that sponsored last semesters Japanese Culture Fair, handed out Konpeitō candies to people who signed up for the club.

Student Activities hosts involvement fair

Abigail Basile
September 19, 2019

East Hall elevator malfunctions again

Abigail Basile
September 12, 2019
Students moving in to the residence halls in a line. 

Move-In Day 2019 Exceeds Expectations

Abigail Basile
September 4, 2019
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