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Corrections: Vol. LVIII, Issue 12
A Boston Fire Department ladder truck extends toward a burned window at 7:58 a.m. Tuesday.
Harbor Point fire causes $20k in damage
USG gathers for their General Assembly meeting on March 5 in University Hall.
USG passes resolutions supporting transgender and undocumented students
Patrons visit the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum days after the museum’s reopening.
JFK Presidential Library reopens, reinstates staff
Caroline Coscia speaks to union members at the Feb. 18 town hall.
Administration declines to appear at town hall meeting
Patrons visit the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum days after the museum’s reopening.
JFK Presidential Library reopens, reinstates staff
Image by King of Hearts via Wikimedia Commons. CC BY-SA 4.0
Mass. joins 15 state attorneys general in issuing DEI guidance
A Boston Fire Department ladder truck extends toward a burned window at 7:58 a.m. Tuesday.
Live Updates: Harbor Point apartment fire
Organizers and attendees pose in front of a banner for the Pokemon Go Community Ambassador program, the group which organized the Wild Area event.
Players gather in Boston for Pokemon Go Wild Area: Global 2024
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
USG gathers for their General Assembly meeting on March 5 in University Hall.
USG passes resolutions supporting transgender and undocumented students
Caroline Coscia speaks to union members at the Feb. 18 town hall.
Administration declines to appear at town hall meeting
Student government nominations open
Brittany Broski sits down with Amma Marfo to talk to the UMass Boston community Feb. 21.
A conversation with Brittany Broski: ‘I don’t wanna be known as kombucha girl’
Noel Cotterell dedicated more than 40 years to UMass Boston as a student, athlete, coach and administrator. Photo courtesy of UMass Boston division of marketing and engagement.
Noel Cotterell, finance director and record coach, dies at 67
The labs of the Integrated Sciences Complex host a plethora of researchers, studying everything from oral cancer to assistive technology in visual impairments to environmental justice. Because of these dedicated individuals, UMass Boston joins the list of 187 universities classified as R1 research universities.
UMass Boston awarded R1 research classification
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
Corrections: Vol. LVIII, Issue 12
Corrections: Vol. LIX, Issue 11
Corrections: Vol. LIX, Issue 10
Corrections: Vol. LVIII, Issue 6
Corrections: Vol. LVIII, Issue 2
Sharon Milien displays her first solo exhibition in the Critque Space in University Hall.
Bringing the ‘HEAT’: Sharon Milien’s solo art debut at UMass Boston
Emanuel Zayas runs up court, after becoming UMass Boston’s newest 1000 point scorer.
Men’s basketball, Emanuel Zayas, back in the playoffs
Meet Maryam Halimi, an Afghan woman making history
Located on Tremont Street in the Theatre District, the Wang Theatre opened in 1925 as the Metropolitan Theatre. It is currently operated by the Boch Center with the Shubert Theatre across the street.
Wang Theatre celebrates 100 year anniversary
Dr. Susan Tan, Assistant Professor of English, has written several children’s books, including “Ghosts, Toast, and Other Hazards.” (Submitted by Susan Tan)
Inside the imagination: An interview with Susan Tan
Meet Maryam Halimi, an Afghan woman making history
Dr. Susan Tan, Assistant Professor of English, has written several children’s books, including “Ghosts, Toast, and Other Hazards.” (Submitted by Susan Tan)
Inside the imagination: An interview with Susan Tan
Executive Chef Jocelyn Aurelien smiles for a portrait in the Dining Commons.
Executive Chef Jocelyn Aurelien makes waves in UMass Boston dining
Elizabeth Fay was an editor for “The Afterlives of Frankenstein: Popular and Artistic Adaptations and Reimaginings,” which released in 2024. (Submitted by Elizabeth Fay)
The impact of Romanticism: An interview with Elizabeth Fay
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’
Grand Kyiv Ballet enchants with ‘Swan Lake’
Grand Kyiv Ballet enchants with ‘Swan Lake’
Brittany Broski sits down with Amma Marfo to talk to the UMass Boston community Feb. 21.
A conversation with Brittany Broski: ‘I don’t wanna be known as kombucha girl’
A student observes Beth Campbell’s “Shifting,” a mobile piece commenting on familiarity and memory.
‘(Re)Visiting’ celebrates the history of visiting artists at UMass Boston
The Brattle in Harvard Square has been a hub for cinephiles since 1953.
Keeping cinema alive at The Brattle Theatre
A student takes a break at the Student Activities Office in Campus Center.
Advice with the Arts Editor: How to manage your health in times of stress
Grand Kyiv Ballet enchants with ‘Swan Lake’
Grand Kyiv Ballet enchants with ‘Swan Lake’
A student observes Beth Campbell’s “Shifting,” a mobile piece commenting on familiarity and memory.
‘(Re)Visiting’ celebrates the history of visiting artists at UMass Boston
Professor Cat Mazza of the Art Department showcases her work in a gallery at Northeastern University. Photo courtesy of Cat Mazza.
Cat Mazza’s ‘Network’ blends tactility and tech
Sharon Milien displays her first solo exhibition in the Critque Space in University Hall.
Bringing the ‘HEAT’: Sharon Milien’s solo art debut at UMass Boston
A sculpture by Keith Haring, an LGBT artist from from Reading, PA who passed away in 1990 due to the AIDS epidemic. Photo by Franco Folini is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.
Inspiration and representation: The importance of queer art
The Brattle in Harvard Square has been a hub for cinephiles since 1953.
Keeping cinema alive at The Brattle Theatre
Bob Dylan performing in 1978. Photo by Chris Hakkens is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.
Knocking on cinema’s door: Exploring Bob Dylan’s legacy in ‘A Complete Unknown’
Moviegoers enter for a daytime showing at the AMC at Boston Common. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff
Get excited for these upcoming 2025 releases
Rachel Zegler and Jaeden Martell, who play Laura and Eli, both starred in Y2K, which was released in December of 2024. Photo by Nicole Rivelli via A24.
Reimagining the ‘millennium bug’: Kyle Mooney and Evan Winter discuss A24’s ‘Y2K’
Pedestrians walk past the Boston Common AMC movie theater.
Flying high: ‘Wicked’ reimagines the land of Oz
Bob Dylan performing in 1978. Photo by Chris Hakkens is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.
Knocking on cinema’s door: Exploring Bob Dylan’s legacy in ‘A Complete Unknown’
Pedestrians walk past the Boston Common AMC movie theater.
Flying high: ‘Wicked’ reimagines the land of Oz
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?
Men’s baseball catcher catches a strike last seaon.
Men’s baseball scorch through opening stretch of six
Cassidy Morrison skates up rink with the puck at a game this season.
Women’s hockey bowed out by Herons in NEHC tournament
Graduate student Patrick Carey catches a pass in a game again Clark University this season. Photo from Beacons Athletics.
Men’s lacrosse starts the season hot
Sabanna Berrios led in total points and points per game in her first year on the team. Photo by Becky Schoenecker for Beacon Athletics.
A look back at the women’s basketball 2025 season
Forward Conor Foley faces off against the University of Southern Maine during a previous home game.
Men’s hockey ends the season on a bittersweet note
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 last semester.
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
A Palestinian walks past graffiti and the rubble of buildings, ahead of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Khan Younis, in the southern Gaza Strip, February 27, 2025. REUTERS/Ramadan Abed
Ownership does not require love: considering imperial efforts to occupy Gaza
Mar 4, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) reacts after scoring a three point basket and recording 50,000 career NBA points against the against the New Orleans Pelicans during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
NBA All-Star 2025 was a flop — and that’s okay
Students study during midterm season. Academic pressure, especially in an intense exam season, can cause burnout.
Recognizing and getting ahead of burnout
The need for resilience in the quest of pursuing our dreams
On power: An appeal to the reformers
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
Feb 12, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) attempts a free throw against the San Antonio Spurs during the third quarter at the TD Garden. Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images
It’s time to give Jayson Tatum his due credit
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
On power: An appeal to the reformers
On power: What is to be done now?
An American Flag on the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, Aug. 31, 2023.
How to wage real American war
UMass Boston Professor Johnathan Celli works in his lab, amid rising disbelief in scientific fact.
RFK Jr. amplifies traditional American skepticism and misinformation
A vigil last fall semester was ordered to disband by university administrators for lack of advance notice.
What does it mean to be “For the Times” in times like these?
On power: An appeal to the reformers
Dear UMass Boston Administration
On power: What is to be done now?
A vigil last fall semester was ordered to disband by university administrators for lack of advance notice.
What does it mean to be “For the Times” in times like these?
Are professional coaches really hired to get fired?
Letter to the Editor: Climate change denial threatens America’s security
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
Ask Bobby #40: Skincare
Ask Bobby #40: Skincare
A “Big A— Fan” is placed by the residence halls to combat coastal wind by blowing it straight back to the ocean. Dakota Brown for The Mass Media
University fights back against wind on campus
Ask Bobby #39: Illegitimate illegitimate sons
Ask Bobby #39: Illegitimate illegitimate sons
Written by Dakota Brown and illustrated by Bianca Oppedisano / Mass Media Staff
Ask Bobby #38: Bobby returns
‘They’re unionizing’: Reports of raccoons continue, worsen
‘They’re unionizing’: Reports of raccoons continue, worsen
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The Mass Media
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The Mass Media

James Cerone, Opinions Editor

All content by James Cerone

Our administration thinks our demand for economic fairness is ‘adorable’

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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So long, it’s been good to know yuh: Parting thoughts on UMass Boston

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
April 25, 2023
A graduating student holds her child. Illustration by Eva Lycette (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

It’s your life: Make your own milestones

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
April 19, 2023
Students getting off JFK/UMass station. Photo by Colin Tsuboi (He/Him) / Mass Media Staff.

UMass Boston must embrace what it truly is

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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Being a senior is freaking scary

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April 13, 2023
A musician performing a saxophone. Photo by Saichand Chowdary (He/Him) / Mass Media Staff. 

Don’t neglect your hobbies or passions: you’ll always regret it

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
April 12, 2023
A group of students gathered in the student center. Photo by Saichand Chowdary (He/Him) / Mass Media Staff.

Exodus of student leadership points to systemic problems

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
April 7, 2023
The color guard from the U.S.S. Constitution parades out off the main deck after presenting the colors. Photo by Colin Tsuboi (He/Him) / Mass Media Contributor.

Celebrating accomplishment and confronting racism at the Veterans Excellence Award Gala

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
April 6, 2023
Students attending the Rally for Sayed Faisal in Cambridge. Photo courtesy of James Cerone/ Mass Media Staff.  

Cambridge City Manager Huang is a coward who doesn’t care about Sayed Arif Faisal

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
March 31, 2023

‘Short people got nobody:’ Being vertically challenged in America

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
March 30, 2023
Construction in the New East Boston. Illustration by Eva Lycette (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

We simply can’t afford these environmental setbacks

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
March 23, 2023
A girl works on assignments from her cluttered desk. Illustration by Eva Lycette (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

You can help stop the plague of overly complicated writing—and you definitely should

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
March 23, 2023

UMass Boston needs a journalism program

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
March 17, 2023
Jaffna reads a magazine outside of the East Resident Halls. Photo by Olivia Reid (She/Her) / Photography Editor.

What the opinions section means to me, and why you should write for The Mass Media

By James Cerone, Opinions Writer
March 16, 2023

When will we be able to afford Boston?

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
March 2, 2023

Where is the justice for Sayed Arif Faisal?

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
March 2, 2023
From left to right: Dean Johnston (drums), Mike Rivard (bass), Randy Roos (guitar), Mister Rourke (turntables). Not pictured: Paul Schultheis (keys). This was at “Press Room” in Portsmouth, NH. Photo courtesy of James Cerone (He/Him)/ Mass Media Staff. 

Club d’Elf: Boston’s finest jam band

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
February 24, 2023

What going to school with ‘METCO kids’ taught me

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
February 23, 2023
Students study for a test together in a common room in the student areas. Photo by Eva Lycette (She/Her) / Mass Media Contributor. 

Revisiting the student center redesign

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
February 16, 2023
Image of Two train tracks stretch towards the downtown skyline. Photo by Saichand Chowdary (He/Him) / Mass Media Contributor. 

The recent train disaster is a warning to us all

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
February 15, 2023

Corporate astroturfing campaign comes to UMass Boston

By James Cerone, Jonah Hammond, and Alex Berkowitz
February 10, 2023
Students in line at the Campus Center Food Court. Photo by Caitlin Feest (She/Her) / Mass Media Contributor.  

Are we doing enough for the food insecure?

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
February 9, 2023
Residents of the dorms in the dining hall located in the East Building.Photo by Hunter Berry (He/Him) / Mass Media Staff. 

Living with the constant fear of mass shootings

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
February 3, 2023

A warning from someone who neglected their ADHD

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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Image of Bayside parking as they start fixing the parking lot. Photo by Olivia Reid (She/Her) / Photography Editor. 

Dorchester Bay City is a harmful mistake

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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Image of Boston Police car. From Flickr  

Sayed Arif Faisal was one of us

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
January 24, 2023
In Mccormick posters regarding the Africana Department are hung over the hallways to be seen by those who pass. Photo by Olivia Reid (She/Her) / Photography Editor. 

This Africana Studies debacle must end. Now.

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
January 13, 2023

Mixed messages about the future of CLA

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January 13, 2023

The case for winter and summer courses

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
December 8, 2022
A student works on assignments at a computer in the Healey Library.

Finals week exists for a reason: Professors should use it

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
December 8, 2022
Katherine puts up posters in the Campus Center to spread word about on-campus leadership opportunities.

UMass Boston’s poster policy is harming campus culture

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
December 1, 2022
Students enjoy the open club space available on the third floor of the Campus Center.

Examining the student organization office space ‘refresh’

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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The One Stop: UMass Boston’s center for student financial support on campus.

Conservatives: ‘Student loan forgiveness bad; PPP loan fraud good’

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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There’s something missing at UMass Boston

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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Joey waits around with documents for tabling regarding the upcoming election.

The midterm elections went okay; I’m still worried

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
November 10, 2022
A girl stresses over school work.

The “Writing Proficiency” requirement has to be improved

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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Amanda enters her apartment in Peninsula after a day of classes.

Bad roommates or neighbors? Here’s what you can do about it

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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Members of the debate club discuss their views on capitalism and socialism.

Opinion: You don’t always have to have an opinion!

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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Posters about the Africana Department are hung in the hallways of McCormack.

Our administration’s treatment of Africana Studies is not anti-racist: it’s racist

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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A panhandler walks on the side of the JFK/UMass off-ramp.

How should students deal with the homelessness crisis?

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
October 25, 2022
The Interfaith Center located in UMass Boston’s McCormack Hall.

The UMass Boston Interfaith Ministry needs your input!

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
October 21, 2022
A broken window in the Campus Center waits for replacement marked with red tape.

Our administration is out of touch and it shows

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
October 19, 2022
Local art displayed for Indigenous Peoples day.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day: More than just a rebrand

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Headshot of Geoff Diehl.

Get out and vote: Examining Geoff Diehl

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The official portrait of Maura Healey.

Get out and vote: Examining Maura Healey

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A student scans their ID card to leave the West Garage.

UMass Boston parking prices are out of control

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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Heavy pieces of machinery displace soil and move other materials on site.

Campus construction: Rhetoric versus reality

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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A student walks down the ramp of the JFK/UMass MBTA Station.

JFK/UMass Station is still a deathtrap

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
September 29, 2022
Beacons baseball player catches a baseball during a game.

Don’t forget to stay active during the semester!

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
September 23, 2022
Students wait in line at Burger King after class in the Campus Center food court.

Too much junk food at UMass Boston

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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A crowd of students walk through the fenced pathway between Wheatley Hall and the Quinn Administration Building.

Why isn’t Healey Library accessibility a top priority?

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
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Professor Cullipher takes time after his chemistry class to help a student with questions in University Hall.

You’re never too old to get a degree!

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
September 14, 2022
UMass Boston staff work with users at the IT Desk in Healey Library.

Don’t forget how UMass Boston has treated its workers

By James Cerone, Opinions Editor
September 9, 2022
A solar farm employee.

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September 8, 2022
MBTA employees take a break outside of a bus sitting at the JFK/UMass station.

Let’s talk about the MBTA debacle

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By James Cerone, Opinions Writer
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Two pedestrians use a crosswalk on the UMass Amherst campus on Friday, April 7, 2022.

UMass Amherst administration failing to address car accident epidemic

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Chuck Schumer, Martin Heinrich, Angus King, Ed Markey and a representative from Mom’s Clean Air Force hold a press conference on April 28, 2021.

The U.S. is failing to do what is necessary for climate action

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The blocked off sliding door at the Campus Center, after the nor’easter hit campus.

Why, in the age of Zoom, must students battle nor’easters just to get to class?

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