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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
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
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
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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The Mass Media

The Mass Media

Jason Campos

Jason Campos served as The Mass Media staff for the following years and positions:

Editor-in-Chief: 2003-2004; Managing Editor: 2002-2003; and Sports Editor: 2001-2002, 2002-2003, 2003-2004

Disclaimer: Years served is based on online database and may not detail entire service.

All content by Jason Campos

Greener Pastures for Celtics?

Jason Campos
October 2, 2002
Titus, Beacon, and Gora?What a team!

UMB Athletics Gets New Look

Jason Campos
September 25, 2002

Go If You Must, Pedro

Jason Campos
September 25, 2002
Getting ready for tea and crumpets, students participating in the Semester Program at Oxford line up and get ready.

UMass Boston Gives Students Smashing Sendoff

Jason Campos
September 18, 2002

The Unthinkable

Jason Campos
September 11, 2002
Goalie Meghan Cyr (blue shirt) looks in dismay as the ball ends up in the back of the net giving Southern Maine its fifth goal.

A Chitchat With Coach Cotterell

Jason Campos
September 4, 2002

“The Long Road Back”

Jason Campos
September 4, 2002
The Clark Athletic Center

Women’s Tennis Preview: A Mix of Old and New

Jason Campos
August 29, 2002

Tolman, Stein In The Stretch Run For Democratic Primary

Jason Campos
August 29, 2002

Keep The Little Leaguers Home!

Jason Campos
August 29, 2002
Kid and basketball at the Dana Barros Basketball Camp

Barros Camp At UMB

Jason Campos
August 15, 2002
TAG: Program Of Success

TAG: Program Of Success

Jason Campos
August 15, 2002
Will Patriots fans be seeing more scenes of celebrations and another Super Bowl victory? Only time will tell. - File Photo

No Props For These Pats

Jason Campos
August 15, 2002
?Get your arms up, ladies.? Aqua Aerobics instructor Brenda Mayfield pushing her class to exert just a little bit more.

Everyone Get In The Pool…For Aqua Aerobics

Jason Campos
August 1, 2002
One of the most bizarre signs ever posted on the UMass Boston campus.

Bows and Boos

Jason Campos
August 1, 2002
2002 Shaws Pro Summer League at UMB

2002 Shaw’s Pro Summer League at UMB

Jason Campos
July 18, 2002

Baseball Strikes Out

Jason Campos
July 18, 2002
Latino Welcoming Day:

Latino Welcoming Day:

Jason Campos
July 18, 2002

Old Classic Has New Blood

Jason Campos
July 7, 2002

2002 Shaw’s Pro Summer League Set To Tip-off

Jason Campos
July 7, 2002
Athletic Director Charlie Titus tries to chip in shot from the rough.

Successful And Sunshine Filled Day For UMass Boston Golf Classic

Jason Campos
June 20, 2002

Tiger, Tiger, Burning Bright

Jason Campos
June 20, 2002
Sail Away On The Ernestina

Sail Away On The “Ernestina”

Jason Campos
June 5, 2002
By Jason Campos

Dot Day: Dy-na-mite!

Jason Campos
June 5, 2002

Steroids Making Baseball A Farce

Jason Campos
June 5, 2002
Bill Russell, seen her receiving

Russell Is Now A Beacon

Jason Campos
June 5, 2002

Shooting the Summer Breeze

Jason Campos
May 22, 2002

Happy Birthday CMGI Field

Jason Campos
May 15, 2002
Chancellor Gora speaks.

Student Athletes Shine At Annual Banquet

Jason Campos
May 15, 2002
Three Cheers For The Beer Summit

Three Cheers For The Beer Summit

Jason Campos
May 15, 2002

To Three Or Not To Three

Jason Campos
May 10, 2002

Beacons’ Light Snuffed Out

Jason Campos
May 10, 2002
UMass Boston Beacons at the plate. Photo courtesy of UMass Athletics.

Double Sorrow For Baseball

Jason Campos
May 1, 2002

Attempted Murder ? Please.

Jason Campos
May 1, 2002

Men’s Lacrosse Pummels Plymouth St.

Jason Campos
April 24, 2002

UMB Baseball Suffers Same Fate

Jason Campos
April 24, 2002

It’s No Joke, UMB Softball Wins on April Fool’s Day

Jason Campos
April 3, 2002

UMass Amherst Slashes Athletic Programs

Jason Campos
March 13, 2002

Softball Prepares to Get in Gear

Jason Campos
March 6, 2002

Charlie Titus Invited to Selection Committee of NE Basketball Hall of Fame

Jason Campos
March 6, 2002

Future Bright for Beacons

Jason Campos
February 27, 2002

Bang! Pow! Zap!!!

Jason Campos
February 27, 2002

Keene State Bumps UMB Out of Playoffs

Jason Campos
February 27, 2002
Jason Campos

Now the World Knows Who’s Number One

Jason Campos
February 6, 2002

Good Weekend for UMB’s Hockey Team

Jason Campos
February 6, 2002
Jason Campos

‘Toine and Joe

Jason Campos
January 30, 2002

Williams Put Men’s Hockey on Ice

Jason Campos
January 30, 2002

Beacons Clip Owls

Jason Campos
January 26, 2002

Jackson Demonstrates His Wizardry in his The Lord of the Rings

Jason Campos
December 14, 2001

Beacons Fall to Mount Ida in Consolation Game

Jason Campos
November 28, 2001

A Campos View

Jason Campos
November 28, 2001

Women’s Basketball, Polk Ready to Kickoff New Season

Jason Campos
November 16, 2001

A Campos View

Jason Campos
November 16, 2001
Jason Campos

A Campos View

Jason Campos
November 7, 2001
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A Campos View

Jason Campos
October 31, 2001

A Campos View: Could Brady Be the Best of the Bunch?

Jason Campos
October 17, 2001

A Campos View: Pro Athletes on the Battlefield

Jason Campos
October 11, 2001
Mendes, Beacons Blow by Southern Maine

Mendes, Beacons Blow by Southern Maine

Jason Campos
October 11, 2001

A Campos View

Jason Campos
October 3, 2001

Beacons Triumph Over Western Connecticut

Jason Campos
September 26, 2001

A New View

Jason Campos
September 26, 2001

National and Local Sporting Events Canceled Due to Tragedy

Jason Campos
September 19, 2001

Alumni Take Men’s Soccer Team in Close Game

Jason Campos
September 19, 2001
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