41°
UMass Boston's independent student newspaper

The Mass Media
Demonstrators lined the back of the Campus Ballroom during an information session in October, protesting the recent updates to the space use policy and university administration’s enforcement of the policy.
Former police commissioner Edward Davis consulted on updated protest policy
The front door of the Integrated Sciences Complex, which is featured in the thumbnail for the UMass Boston episode of The College Tour.
New season of “The College Tour” highlights UMass Boston
The UMass Boston police station, located in the Quinn Administration Building.
University releases 2024 Clery Act crime report
UMass Boston hosts panel for elimination of violence against women
Students gather in the One-Stop Financial Office after UMass Boston guaranteed free tuition for eligible students through the Beacon Pledge.
UMass pledges free tuition for high-need students
Tyler, the Creator stands on a trailer outside the Converse store to perform a $5 show celebrating the release of his eighth studio album.
Tyler, the Creator holds pop-up concert in Boston
The Secretary of the Commonwealth’s office sends out voter information booklets with information about each ballot question.
Curious about the Mass. ballot? Here’s what to know
Question 2 would remove the MCAS graduation requirement for students like those at Boston College High School.
USG resolution endorses Question 2
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.
Massachusetts partners with local nonprofit to support Summer Eats program
The front door of the Integrated Sciences Complex, which is featured in the thumbnail for the UMass Boston episode of The College Tour.
New season of “The College Tour” highlights UMass Boston
UMass Boston hosts panel for elimination of violence against women
UMass Boston community members were encouraged to share their reasons for writing for the Undercurrents' National Day on Writing celebration.
English department celebrates National Day on Writing
Protestors stood behind attendees at the campus information session.
Administrators give campus update at information session
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
Demonstrators lined the back of the Campus Ballroom during an information session in October, protesting the recent updates to the space use policy and university administration’s enforcement of the policy.
Former police commissioner Edward Davis consulted on updated protest policy
The UMass Boston police station, located in the Quinn Administration Building.
University releases 2024 Clery Act crime report
UMass Boston community members were encouraged to share their reasons for writing for the Undercurrents' National Day on Writing celebration.
English department celebrates National Day on Writing
More than 100 union members and students, many dressed in Halloween costumes, gathered outside Phillis Wheatley Hall to demand a living wage and criticize the administration’s response to an Oct. 8 vigil mourning the death of Marcellus Williams, who was executed by the state of Missouri despite questions of his innocence, and victims of the war in Gaza.
Union speak-out criticizes protest policy, disciplinary letters for members
The UMass Boston Police Department closed University Drive West while they documented the crash scene.
Student struck outside West Garage
Demonstrators lined the back of the Campus Ballroom during an information session in October, protesting the recent updates to the space use policy and university administration’s enforcement of the policy.
Former police commissioner Edward Davis consulted on updated protest policy
Students gather in the One-Stop Financial Office after UMass Boston guaranteed free tuition for eligible students through the Beacon Pledge.
UMass pledges free tuition for high-need students
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
Question 2 would remove the MCAS graduation requirement for students like those at Boston College High School.
USG resolution endorses Question 2
The 2024-2025 term Student Government election candidates
2021 USG Election Results
2020 USG Election Results
Corrections: Vol. LVIII, Issue 6
Corrections: Vol. LVIII, Issue 2
Fund Public Higher Education Rally put on by Classified Staff Union, Professional Staff Union and Faculty Staff Union in 1990. Photo from the Healey Library Digital Archives.
Dig into the Archives: A history of protests at Boston’s UC Berkeley
Beacons huddle together during a timeout last season.
More than just saves: A profile on JJ Devine
The Jumpstart office located on the second floor of the Campus Center.
Jumpstart annual donation drive focuses this year on classroom supplies
Executive Chef Jocelyn Aurelien smiles for a portrait in the Dining Commons.
Executive Chef Jocelyn Aurelien makes waves in UMass Boston dining
Professor John Fulton, author of "The Flounder" and one of 35 winners of the National Endowment for the Arts grant. Submitted by Prof. Fulton.
Prof. John Fulton earns NEA grant for ‘The Flounder’
‘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
A projector displayed images of Jazz greats while students played covers of contemporary jazz songs.
‘Jazz! Live!’ showcases ‘improvisational takes’ by new student musicians
Customers shop at Trident Booksellers & Cafe before attending one of their many events.
Indulge in community events at Trident Booksellers & Cafe
‘Whodunit?’: ‘Clue: On Stage’ presents a thrilling murder mystery
‘Whodunit?’: ‘Clue: On Stage’ presents a thrilling murder mystery
Students can use their student IDs to get discounts while gift shopping.
Get the best bang for your buck this holiday season
Tyler, the Creator stands on a trailer outside the Converse store to perform a $5 show celebrating the release of his eighth studio album.
Tyler, the Creator holds pop-up concert in Boston
A projector displayed images of Jazz greats while students played covers of contemporary jazz songs.
‘Jazz! Live!’ showcases ‘improvisational takes’ by new student musicians
‘Whodunit?’: ‘Clue: On Stage’ presents a thrilling murder mystery
‘Whodunit?’: ‘Clue: On Stage’ presents a thrilling murder mystery
Professor John Fulton, author of "The Flounder" and one of 35 winners of the National Endowment for the Arts grant. Submitted by Prof. Fulton.
Prof. John Fulton earns NEA grant for ‘The Flounder’
Five student actors rehearse their play during “New Voices, New Stories” dress rehearsal.
Giving playwrights the stage: ‘New Voices, New Stories’ celebrates student voices
Students wait in Snowden Auditorium for the UMBeats club meeting to begin.
UMBeats warms up for a new semester of music
A student browses through Palestinian films, many of which are free through the Healey Library.
The vast culture and rich stories of Palestine told through film
A student watches horror media on their laptop. Photo by Mass Media staff.
Spiral into horror with “Uzumaki”
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
A projector displayed images of Jazz greats while students played covers of contemporary jazz songs.
‘Jazz! Live!’ showcases ‘improvisational takes’ by new student musicians
Tyler, the Creator stands on a trailer outside the Converse store to perform a $5 show celebrating the release of his eighth studio album.
Tyler, the Creator holds pop-up concert in Boston
More bands are killing their pop-punk sound. Is it working?
Students wait in Snowden Auditorium for the UMBeats club meeting to begin.
UMBeats warms up for a new semester of music
Fans enjoying a concert in Boston.
Conan Gray parties with the ‘Bostongeoieses’ at ‘Found Heaven On Tour’
Men’s hockey player skates down the ice with the puck during their last game.
Men’s hockey aims to rebrand after losing five of six matches
Beacons huddle together during a timeout last season.
More than just saves: A profile on JJ Devine
Lauren Westlund spikes the ball at the Beacons' final game.
Women’s volleyball season recap: Better plays, more competition
The men's basketball team gathers during their season opener.
Men’s basketball’s explosive talent starts season with a bang
Women’s hockey sweeps Spartans; six in a row
The team sits with coaches during a timeout.
Women’s volleyball winning, but lost LEC opener
Men’s soccer player Diego Gisholt sprints down field in game against UMass Dartmouth on Oct 2.
Men’s soccer drowns the Anchormen in LEC playoffs
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
Drake Maye and the Patriots showing signs of growth
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?
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
Students at Emerson College's encampment for Palestine last spring sit and talk outside a campus building.
Gaza today, Gaza next year: Thoughts on the current political moment
Students study at Healey Library during a busy finals season.
Science-backed study tips for a productive finals season
Students take advantage of the free ice-skating days hosted by the recreation department in the Clark Athletic Center.
Enjoying this winter break to the fullest
Letter to the Editor: Respect pro-Palestinian protestors
A future for immigrants in a divided America
UMass Boston raised tuition by 2.5 percent in the 2024-2025 school year.
A look into the rising cost of college education
The fight to value life and the fight for living wages
Students enjoying the Quad, which was completed earlier this year.
The need for sustainable urbanism at UMass Boston
Open letter to administration regarding Oct. 8 vigil
Posters and infographics from UMass Boston’s Students for Justice in Palestine’s Memorial for Martys of Gaza event.
Navigating between two worlds: How UMass Boston can support students from war-torn countries
Celtics spread joy with visit to Boston Children’s Hospital
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
Students at Emerson College's encampment for Palestine last spring sit and talk outside a campus building.
Gaza today, Gaza next year: Thoughts on the current political moment
A future for immigrants in a divided America
A look at the UMass Boston skyline, where the rising ocean levels will become noticeable as the planet continues to rise in temperature.
Trump devastates climate change policy again
Students register to vote ahead of the election November 5.
Congratulations, America: An open letter to a those in the dark
A student scrolls through TikTok, one of the major ways politicians are reaching voters in the 2024 election.
Virality over values: Political distraction in the digital age
A future for immigrants in a divided America
Dr. Jemadari Kamara (left), Dr. Chihombori (center), and Dr. Joyce Hope Scott, leader of the Boston Pan-African Forum, address the UMass Boston and BU community in Ryan Lounge.
Contending with whiteness: Trust nothing that divides us
Anthony Richardson in the Colts’ 2023 season. Photo by Tennessee Titans licensed under CC BY 3.0.
Pro sports have no time to be patient
Joel Embiid, Number 21, at a game in 2018. Photo by Keith Allison licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.
Joel Embiid’s shove highlights the dark side of modern media
The fight to value life and the fight for living wages
Letter to the Editor: Respect pro-Palestinian protestors
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
Vol. LVIII, No. 7
Vol. LVIII, No. 7
Vol. LVIII, No. 6
Vol. LVIII, No. 6
Vol. LVIII, No. 5
Vol. LVIII, No. 5
Volume LVIII, No. 4
Volume LVIII, No. 4
Volume LVIII, No. 3
Volume LVIII, No. 3
UMass Boston's independent student newspaper

The Mass Media
UMass Boston's independent student newspaper

The Mass Media
All content by Claire Speredelozzi

The race to November—presidential election update

By Claire Speredelozzi
May 1, 2020

Meet your USG presidential and vice presidential candidates: Fiona Phie and Camila de la Vega

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 26, 2020

Meet your USG presidential and vice presidential candidates: Janrey Javier and Jaely Pereira

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 25, 2020

Meet your USG presidential and vice presidential candidates: Alex Killian and Macie Jones

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 25, 2020

USG’s virtual student town hall

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 17, 2020

Grad students get own version of pass/fail

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 17, 2020

How to bring your rental books back

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 10, 2020

Sanders suspends campaign amidst multiple losses

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 10, 2020

Best homemade gnocchi recipe

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 4, 2020

Democratic National Convention pushed back due to pandemic

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 4, 2020

Interview with Gail DiSabatino

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 28, 2020

Things to do while social distancing

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 27, 2020

Interview with the new chancellor

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 21, 2020

UMass joins colleges across Massachusetts to move online

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 21, 2020

Honors College trivia night

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 7, 2020

Biden leads in Super Tuesday results

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 6, 2020

Republican presidential candidate Bill Weld on campus

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 28, 2020

Super Tuesday: what, where, when, and why

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 27, 2020

Hoy! Pinoy!’s skate night

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 22, 2020

Red Sox pitchers to make a comeback

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 21, 2020

Movies and Mocktails: a cheap date

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 13, 2020

New chancellor of UMass Boston

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 13, 2020

New updates on construction

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 7, 2020

First case of coronavirus at UMass Boston

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 7, 2020

Chancellor candidate finalist visits campus

By Claire Speredelozzi
January 31, 2020

German Puff Pancake recipe

By Claire Speredelozzi
January 30, 2020

DSA’s Bollywood Night

By Claire Speredelozzi
November 23, 2019

Timeline of voting rights in the USA

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 20, 2019

Chancellor search: student forum

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 13, 2019
Protestors kneel as the National Anthem is played at the Straight Pride event.

Straight Pride Parade Takes Over Boston

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 6, 2019

Rally Outside State House Opposes Vaccination Bill

By Claire Speredelozzi
August 30, 2019
Beacon Student Leaders Recognized at Annual Ceremony

Beacon Student Leaders Recognized at Annual Ceremony

By Claire Speredelozzi
May 3, 2019
Art Bloomed at the MFA

Art Bloomed at the MFA

By Claire Speredelozzi
May 2, 2019
Beacon Week!

Beacon Week!

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 29, 2019

Eli Valley and Diaspora Boy: The World of Jewish Satire

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 26, 2019

Mocktails Served and Pretzels Eaten

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 21, 2019
Stop & Shop Employees Fight Back Against New Proposal

Stop & Shop Employees Fight Back Against New Proposal

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 21, 2019

UMass Boston Dorm Inspection Reveals No Elevators

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 19, 2019
First Student Town Hall Gets Answers for Students

First Student Town Hall Gets Answers for Students

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 14, 2019
Pool Party and Ice Cream Galore at Clark Pool

Pool Party and Ice Cream Galore at Clark Pool

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 14, 2019
Child Long Lost in Wheatley Celebrates Twelfth Birthday

Child Long Lost in Wheatley Celebrates Twelfth Birthday Alone

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 12, 2019
Beacons Lacrosse Lose 12-10 to Castleton University

Beacons Lacrosse Lose 12–10 to Castleton University

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 8, 2019

Undergraduate Student Government Meet-Up

By Claire Speredelozzi
April 5, 2019
Protestors of the current parking fee for the on-campus & bayside lots march up the stairs in Quinn to the Chancellor's office. 

Final Fight at Parking Fee Rally

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 29, 2019

A Marvel-ous Time

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 22, 2019

FBI Breaks College Admissions Scandal

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 21, 2019
Green Galore for the St. Patrick's Day 5k

Green Galore for the St. Patrick’s Day 5k

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 18, 2019

State of the University Address

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 17, 2019
The cover slide for the Queer X Color event. 

Queer X Color

By Claire Speredelozzi
March 2, 2019
Spilled prescription pills. 

The Real National Emergency

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 27, 2019
Spectators observing works within the UHall gallery. 

UHall Gallery Welcomes Guest Speakers for New Exhibition

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 24, 2019

President Declares National Emergency & What That Means

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 21, 2019
View of UMB's bayside Expo Center. 

Bayside Sold… Kind of

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 18, 2019
Two protestors display their signs expressing disgust of UMB parking prices. 

The Fight For Fair Parking Fees Continues

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 11, 2019
Robert Kraft at the the Patriots' Parade in Boston, 2019. 

Another Victory Parade: New England Patriots’ Edition

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 9, 2019

Spring Welcome Week: Movie Night

By Claire Speredelozzi
February 4, 2019
Government Reopens

Government Reopens

By Claire Speredelozzi
January 31, 2019
Government Shutdown Continues Into 2019

Government Shutdown Continues Into 2019

By Claire Speredelozzi
January 21, 2019

Travel Article: Florida “Spirit”

By Claire Speredelozzi
January 20, 2019

Unexpected Turns of Suspense: ‘Widows’ Review

By Claire Speredelozzi
December 7, 2018

SAEC’s Classic Christmas Coffee House

By Claire Speredelozzi
December 5, 2018

The Mass Media Holds Debate

By Claire Speredelozzi
November 30, 2018

European Club Solidarity

By Claire Speredelozzi
November 18, 2018
World Café: “Do All Lives Matter?”

World Café: “Do All Lives Matter?”

By Claire Speredelozzi
November 14, 2018
Harbor Nights: A U-Access Fundraiser

Harbor Nights: A U-Access Fundraiser

By Claire Speredelozzi
November 13, 2018
#WhereIsTheFlag Campaign

#WhereIsTheFlag Campaign

By Claire Speredelozzi
November 12, 2018

Suffrage Today

By Claire Speredelozzi
November 7, 2018

First-Year Leadership Institute with Heather Whitney

By Claire Speredelozzi
October 31, 2018

A Fall Panel: Mascots, Costumes, and Cranberry Sauce

By Claire Speredelozzi
October 25, 2018

TRAIL with Ben McNamee

By Claire Speredelozzi
October 25, 2018

ZooMass Boston

By Claire Speredelozzi
October 24, 2018

Career Services’s Annual Career Symposium

By Claire Speredelozzi
October 19, 2018

Asian-American Student Success Program with Sara Boxell

By Claire Speredelozzi
October 17, 2018
Students spending time in the Queer Student Center.

Q Open Mic for National Coming Out Day

By Claire Speredelozzi
October 15, 2018

A Guide to Frugal Living: Thrifting

By Claire Speredelozzi
October 11, 2018

The Unwritten Rules of Your Career

By Claire Speredelozzi
October 3, 2018

CLA First! with Rachel Puopolo

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 26, 2018

Mental Health in the Workplace

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 26, 2018
Winnie the Pooh

Winnie-the-Pooh Open at MFA

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 20, 2018
Strategic Nonviolence in the World Today Colloquium

Strategic Nonviolence in the World Today Colloquium

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 19, 2018
Elevator in the residence halls.

Elevator Malfunctions in the East Residence Hall

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 13, 2018
MFA

The Art of Influence at the MFA

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 13, 2018

College Town Delicacies

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 12, 2018
90's Skate Party in Campus Center Ballroom.

90s Skate Party

By Claire Speredelozzi
September 12, 2018
Protesters outside of new residence halls.

Debt Not Dorms

By Claire Speredelozzi
August 29, 2018
Medical Marijuana Requires Further Action

Medical Marijuana Requires Further Action

By Claire Speredelozzi
August 28, 2018

College: What They Don’t Tell You

By Claire Speredelozzi
August 28, 2018
Bayside parking lot entrance sign.

New Parking Garage Offers Fewer Choices

By Claire Speredelozzi
August 28, 2018
Professor Akiko Ishihara of the Kumamoto University in Japan.

Visiting Professor Discusses Conflict Resolution for Fukushima Victims

By Claire Speredelozzi
November 9, 2017
Load More Stories