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First amendment group says space use policy violates students’ rights
First amendment group says space use policy violates students’ rights
Students gather on the lawn of Campus Center, one of four places still allowed for protests.
New protest policy draws legal scrutiny
Students surround Dr. Keith Jones as he speaks at the Students for Justice in Palestine speak-out Sept. 17.
SJP speak-out: ‘The fight for Palestinian freedom is a global issue’
Students enjoy a walk through the newly opened campus quad. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
The Quad expansion at a glance
Union members and their supporters line the back of the Campus Center ballroom holding pro-union and pro-bargaining signs.
Union organizers file cease and desist letter over protest policy
A train arrives at the JFK/UMass station.
Red Line shutdown: What you need to know
The U-Access Food Pantry is located on the second floor of the Campus Center and provides grocery items to any student enrolled in at least one credit. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Massachusetts partners with local nonprofit to support Summer Eats program
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
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
Sarah-Ann Shaw, Boston’s first Black TV reporter, dies age 90
Environmental leaders gathered together at the end of the summit for a photo commemorating their collective accomplishments and passion for helping the planet. Photo Credit: Adam Perri.
Environmental leaders spark change at the Community Action Works Summit
Two members of Students for Justice in Palestine hold a "Free Palestine" flag during educational events hosted by the club for Israeli Apartheid Week. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor
Israeli Apartheid Week seeks to educate students about Palestine
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
Chancellor’s Sustainability Committee meets in full for the first time
Students walk towards Phillis Wheatley Hall. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
What a student racial climate survey reveals about UMass Boston
First amendment group says space use policy violates students’ rights
First amendment group says space use policy violates students’ rights
Students surround Dr. Keith Jones as he speaks at the Students for Justice in Palestine speak-out Sept. 17.
SJP speak-out: ‘The fight for Palestinian freedom is a global issue’
Participants of the protest walk out of the Convocation with pro-union signs held high.
Union members and supporters protest Convocation
Students at a protest last year. Photo from The Mass Media Archives.
Updated space use policy imposes new limits on protests
Students respond back to religious picketer on campus
Chancellor Robert A. Corrigan giving the address at the 1980 Commencement held at the Columbia Point campus plaza between the Quinn Administration Building and the Joseph P. Healey Library. Corrigan served as Chancellor from 1979-1988. Photo from the University of Massachusetts Boston digital collections.
Former UMass Boston Chancellor Robert Corrigan dies at 89
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
The 2024-2025 term Student Government election candidates
2021 USG Election Results
2020 USG Election Results
Corrections: Vol. LVIII, Issue 2
Jimmy Ennis reads to the children of UMass Boston's Early Learning Center. Photo via The Mass Media courtesy of Beacon Athletics.
Dig into the Archives: The Early Learning Center
People gathered in Town Field Park to scout out sites for a possible Vietnamese Diaspora Memorial. Photos submitted and taken by Lee-Daniel Tran
1975: A Vietnamese Diaspora Commemoration Initiative ends a productive summer
Photo sent in by Millicent Snow.
Meet Millicent Snow, a shining example of campus leadership
Beacons enjoy snacks during Welcome Week festivities. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
A behind-the-scenes look at Welcome Week 2024
The Art Union fosters community on campus
‘They’re unionizing’: Reports of raccoons continue, worsen
‘They’re unionizing’: Reports of raccoons continue, worsen
After a horrific accident, Joe DiPersio has resigned from The Mass Media. Get well soon and best wishes! Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff
Due to a terrible accident, I hereby resign from my post
Bobby Beacon poses in his final form. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff
A final interview with Bobby Beacon
Written by Joe DiPersio (He/Him) and illustrated by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff
Ask Bobby #37: What’s your favorite member of the deer family?
The Collins Catering Company brings about the wrath of God
Comic: Pape
Comic: Gringlehook Vol. 5
Written by Joe DiPersio (He/Him) and illustrated by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff
Ask Bobby #37: What’s your favorite member of the deer family?
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
Several pieces on display in the "Nurture: Empathy for the Earth" exhibit, including the "Souvenir Series" by Michelle Lougee, right.
Reconnect with nature through “Nurture: Empathy for the Earth”
Beetlejuice posed in his black and white suit.
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ is more than just another sequel
Andrew Mowbray's Wind-Driven Drawing Machine, currently installed along the Harbor Walk. Photo from UHall Gallery Instagram.
Lessons of the wind: How Andrew Mowbray inspires observation
A musician playing the saxophone at a live performance.
Listen to your favorite music by candlelight in Boston
People gathered in Town Field Park to scout out sites for a possible Vietnamese Diaspora Memorial. Photos submitted and taken by Lee-Daniel Tran
1975: A Vietnamese Diaspora Commemoration Initiative ends a productive summer
Several pieces on display in the "Nurture: Empathy for the Earth" exhibit, including the "Souvenir Series" by Michelle Lougee, right.
Reconnect with nature through “Nurture: Empathy for the Earth”
Andrew Mowbray's Wind-Driven Drawing Machine, currently installed along the Harbor Walk. Photo from UHall Gallery Instagram.
Lessons of the wind: How Andrew Mowbray inspires observation
People gathered in Town Field Park to scout out sites for a possible Vietnamese Diaspora Memorial. Photos submitted and taken by Lee-Daniel Tran
1975: A Vietnamese Diaspora Commemoration Initiative ends a productive summer
A patron exits the Black Sheep Bagel Cafe, located on John F. Kennedy Street in Cambridge, Mass. Photo by Josh Kotler / Mass Media Archives.
A guide to Boston’s best for out-of-state students
Art by UMass Boston alum Barbara Adams Hebard as featured in the new exhibit at the University Hall Art Gallery. Photo by Michelle Dang / Mass Media Staff.
‘Looking Back, Facing Forward’: View 50 years of alumni art
Eat plant-based at these Earth-friendly restaurants
Pho Basil restaurant located in the Back Bay. Photo by Michelle Dang / Mass Media Staff.
Pho Basil: An affordable array of Vietnamese cuisine
A student makes a meal in their kitchen. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Make these three recipes for dinner tonight
Patrons shop at Banh Mi Ba Le, a Vietnamese bakery located in Dorchester. Photo from the Mass Media Archives.
The Vietnamese treasures of Boston Little Saigon
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
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
While walking around campus, a student looks at a poster highlighting AANHPI Heritage Month. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor
Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with these must-read books
A student gets some work done in the Writing Center, which is located on room 1300. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
The Writing Center is the perfect consultant
Poetry captures the human experience in an art form, allowing people to connect and inspire. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Mastering the art of poetry: Tips to get started
A student reaches for a book off of their shelf. Photo by Georgia Berry / Production Editor.
Love is in the air: Queer novels for Valentine’s Day
A student browses for a new book to read. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Sledding into the New Year with new books
Beetlejuice posed in his black and white suit.
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ is more than just another sequel
It looks like ‘Oppenheimer’ has won the war: Oscar nominations
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
Laughs and whodunnits: ‘Only Murders in the Building’
“Ready on set!”: Upcoming movies filmed in Boston
A musician playing the saxophone at a live performance.
Listen to your favorite music by candlelight in Boston
A student listens to music on the Harbor walk. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Sabrina Carpenter leaves ‘quite an impression’ with ‘Short n’ Sweet’
Luke Hemings takes over the Green Stage. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
Boston Calling Day One: Luke Hemmings, David Kushner, Renee Rapp, and Ed Sheeran.
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
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’
Lucinda Cotter, Number 22, defending during a game.
Women’s soccer wins two, offense bounces back
Diego Gasholt during home game against Salve Regina. Photo from Beacon Athletics.
Men’s soccer draws against Panthers
The women's volleyball team cheers after a win on Sept. 11. Photo from Beacon Athletics.
Women’s volleyball continues road to glory
Women's tennis players shake hands before their match against Albertus Magnus College on Sept. 13. Photo from Beacon Athletics.
Women’s tennis almost untouched through three
The women's volleyball team cheers after a win on Sept. 11. Photo from Beacon Athletics.
Women’s volleyball wins two out of three
UMass Boston Softball players gear up at a recent game. Photo provided by Beacons Athletics.
Softball continues strong as season’s end approaches
Outfielder Mariano Jimenez stares into the field after a tough loss on May 2. Photo provided by Beacons Athletics.
A breakdown of baseball’s season, and what’s to come
A photo of UMass Boston's Women's Lacrosse Coach Hannah Khin. Graphic provided by Beacons Athletics.
Recruitment strategies of UMass Boston coaches: Hannah Khin
Women’s lacrosse huddles together at a home game. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Women’s lacrosse inaugural season comes to an end
Player Luke Murphy drives towards the goal at a home game. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Plymouth State University eliminates men’s lacrosse in LEC semifinals
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
Get out! Spring is waiting just around the bend
Buy fresh produce this summer at Boston Farmers’ Markets
Lost in the world of words, a customer eagerly adds another book to their collection. Photo by Saichand Chowdary (He/Him) / Mass Media Contributor
Books to read this Women’s History Month
Image of Book “I’m Glad My Mom Died”, By Jennette McCurdy on table pre talk with Jennette event hosted by SAEC and Mass Media. Photo by Olivia Reid (She/Her) / Photography Editor. 
Jennette McCurdy visits UMass Boston
Discover funky art at the Museum of Bad Art
A student views the memorial for the marytrs of Gaza held in the Campus Center.
Gaza is dying: remembering a year of genocide
Students walking on the front lawn near Campus Center.
The importance of being social in college
A graduate student falls to the floor. Illustration from The Mass Media archives.
Personal finance: Are you taking advantage of these resources?
Open letter to administration on updated space use policy
A student sits in the University Health Service Center, which is also home to the Counseling Center.
College students’ mental health is in crisis
Students walking on the front lawn near Campus Center.
The importance of being social in college
A student sits in the University Health Service Center, which is also home to the Counseling Center.
College students’ mental health is in crisis
Members of the UMass Boston community stand in solidarity with Africana Studies at the protest held on April 5. Photo submitted by protester.
Students weigh in on the updated protest policy
Students and staff outside of Clark Athletic Center protesting the Chancellor's Inauguration last spring. Photo submitted by a participant.
University administrators were busy this summer — limiting free speech
Students relax and do work together in the Campus Center as the semester winds down. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff
Semester reflections: A mix of emotions in the journey of higher education
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?
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
Students sit outside the Campus Center over the summer. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
UMass’ economic contributions: More than just numbers
The reality of Boston’s domestic abuse problem
Equal pay in Boston: Bridging the gender wage gap
A student views the memorial for the marytrs of Gaza held in the Campus Center.
Gaza is dying: remembering a year of genocide
Students at Emerson College's encampment for Palestine sit and talk outside a campus building. Photo submitted by Elijah Horwath / Mass Media Staff
Liberation through tradition: Passover in a time of genocide
Language and violence: Unpacking last week’s defense of genocide
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?
Temporary tragedies: The insidious nature of the 24 hour news cycle
Students and staff outside of Clark Athletic Center protesting the Chancellor's Inauguration last spring. Photo submitted by a participant.
University administrators were busy this summer — limiting free speech
Advice from a UMass Boston senior
Language and violence: Unpacking last week’s defense of genocide
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
Letter to the Editor: Israeli Apartheid Week
Letter to the Editor regarding Israel and Palestine
Letter to the Editor
The Millennials’ Constitution—No, Just No
In Response to Campus Advocate Raquel Lyons
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