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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
Democrats keep full control of Mass., but Republicans hold federal trifecta
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
People celebrate at the unveiling of Corky Lee Street in Chinatown, NYC. Photo by Alex Lozupone, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Honoring the legacy of Corky Lee at UMass Boston
Election Updates: All local races called
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
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
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
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
Attendees and organizers stand around the Oct. 8 vigil, which included pictures of Marcellus Williams and Aysenur Ezgi Eygi.
Vigil organizers told to disband for lack of notice
Protestors stood behind attendees at the campus information session.
Administrators give campus update at information session
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
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
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
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’
"Hoy Pinoy!'s Clare Alanguilan (left) and Fasha Banson (right) performing the Kappa Malong Malong dance at Mass General Hospital". Photo taken by Naomi Layon (they/them)
UMass Boston’s Filipino community celebrates Filipino American History Month
Students graduate from the Sport Leadership and Administration program in 2021. From left to right: Sam Sena Nov, Jennifer Radigan, Jack Dobrzynski and Alex Redding. Photo courtesy of Dr. Cooper, center.
Sports Leadership program keeps expanding
Photo submitted by Dante Barton.
Meet Dante Barton, the guy who knows a guy
‘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
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 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
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
Two students dressed up in DIY halloween costumes. Recycled costumes can help prevent synthetic fabric waste.
Enjoy a green Halloween by practicing sustainability
More bands are killing their pop-punk sound. Is it working?
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
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
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
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’
A musician playing the saxophone at a live performance.
Listen to your favorite music by candlelight in Boston
Women’s soccer team ends the season on a tough loss.
Women’s soccer suffers semi-finals loss
Women's volleyball huddles up during a winning game.
Women’s volleyball wraps regular season on a streak
Women’s volleyball team celebrates after six straight wins.
Women’s volleyball scorching through six straight
Men’s soccer player dribbles down field in the final game of the season.
Men’s soccer concludes regular season second in LEC
Drake Maye and the Patriots showing signs of growth
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
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
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
Students focus on their studies to maintain routine after a stressful election season.
Take care of yourself: The significance of self-care during election season
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.
Honoring Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
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
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
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 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
Get out and vote: Students’ responsibility to take civic action
The feeding of fascism: America’s growing desire for authoritarianism
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
Get out and vote: Students’ responsibility to take civic action
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
Vol. LVIII, No. 7
Vol. LVIII, No. 7
Vol. LVIII, No. 6
Vol. LVIII, No. 6
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UMass Boston's independent student newspaper

The Mass Media
UMass Boston's independent student newspaper

The Mass Media

Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor

All content by Jonathan Hopkins
UMass Boston’s ice hockey rink in the Clark Athletic Center.

UMass Boston hockey update

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
December 4, 2021
Sketch of the Boston Bruins logo.

Glaring issues with the Boston Bruins

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
December 4, 2021
UMass Boston ice rink sits unused in the Clark Athletic Center.

UMass Boston hockey teams going into Thanksgiving break

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
November 26, 2021
Sketch of the Boston Bruins logo.

Bruins schedule not doing them any favors near Thanksgiving

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
November 26, 2021
The UMass Boston Women’s Volleyball team after winning the LEC.

UMass Boston women’s volleyball wins 10th Little East Conference title

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
November 12, 2021
Caricature of Tuukka Rask of the Boston Bruins.

The return of Tuukka Rask

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
November 12, 2021
The logo of the New England Patriots. Used for identification purposes.

Patriots stand pat at the trade deadline

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
November 5, 2021
UMass Boston sports logo.

UMass Boston soccer kicks off LEC tournament

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
November 5, 2021
Caricature of New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones.

Where the Patriots stand in the playoffs

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
October 29, 2021
UMass Boston sports logo.

UMass Boston women’s tennis loses in LEC semifinals

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
October 29, 2021
Jeremy Swayman, Boston Bruins goaltender.

What to expect from the Boston Bruins this season

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
October 22, 2021
The UMass Boston soccer field.

Where UMass Boston soccer stands as the season comes to a close

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
October 22, 2021
Boston Red Sox logo.

Red Sox advance to the American League Championship Series

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
October 14, 2021
UMass Boston sports logo.

UMass Boston soccer wrapping up their biggest week of the season so far

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
October 14, 2021
Tom Brady and Bill Belichick embrace after a game.

The GOAT Bowl: Aftermath

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
October 8, 2021
Caricature of professional Swedish ice hockey right winger Fabian Lysell, who was picked by the Boston Bruins during the NHL Entry Draft pick for the 2021-2022 season.

Bruins top prospects going into preseason

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
September 24, 2021

Patriots drop heartbreaker in week one

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
September 16, 2021

Patriots offseason recap and season prediction

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
September 10, 2021
UMass Boston sports logo.

Beacon Update

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
September 10, 2021
Wadeline Jonathas at the 2020 Gyulai Memorial in Szekesfehervar, Hungary.

Beacon Update

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
August 29, 2021
Nick Foligno in November 2014.

Bruins off-season recap

By Jonathan Hopkins, Sports Editor
August 29, 2021

Are we inching closer to a return to hockey?

By Jonathan Hopkins
May 1, 2020

Zdeno Chara planning on playing after 2020

By Jonathan Hopkins
May 1, 2020

Top five Bruins games of the decade

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 24, 2020

Preemptive off-season needs for the Bruins

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 24, 2020

NHL willing to delay next season to finish this season

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 17, 2020

Top five Bruins performers of the 2019-2020 season

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 17, 2020
Photo courtesy of wikipedia.org

NHL identifies North Dakota as a potential location to play games

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 10, 2020

How a potentially canceled season could affect the Bruins

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 10, 2020

Top 5 Bruins players of the 2010s

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 3, 2020
Brad Marchand on the ice for the Bruins. Photo courtesy of Lisa Gansky / wikipedia.org

Top five Bruins teams of all time

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 3, 2020

Potential Tuukka Risk replacements

By Jonathan Hopkins
March 27, 2020

Tuukka Rask unsure about future

By Jonathan Hopkins
March 27, 2020

Bruins season has been put on hold, so now what?

By Jonathan Hopkins
March 20, 2020

Bruins preemptive playoff preview

By Jonathan Hopkins
March 20, 2020

Boston Bruins and the dreaded Presidents’ trophy

By Jonathan Hopkins
March 6, 2020

Bruins trade deadline recap

By Jonathan Hopkins
February 28, 2020

Off-season needs assuming Tom Brady returns

By Jonathan Hopkins
February 21, 2020

Potential Tom Brady replacements

By Jonathan Hopkins
January 31, 2020

Inside look at the Bruins top prospects

By Jonathan Hopkins
November 22, 2019

High flying Bruins come crashing back down to earth

By Jonathan Hopkins
November 15, 2019
Patriots loss could prove to be beneficial in the long run

Patriots loss could prove to be beneficial in the long run

By Jonathan Hopkins
November 8, 2019

Recapping the Bruins first month

By Jonathan Hopkins
November 1, 2019
Bruins Season Preview

Bruins Season Preview

By Jonathan Hopkins
September 19, 2019
Antonio Brown, in a Pittsburgh Steelers uniform, one of his previous teams.

What the signing of Antonio Brown means for the Patriots

By Jonathan Hopkins
September 12, 2019

Two Bruins Remain Unsigned as Training Camp Approaches

By Jonathan Hopkins
August 30, 2019

The Bruins Are in Trouble

By Jonathan Hopkins
May 2, 2019

Toronto Down; on to Columbus

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 26, 2019

I Hope You Didn’t Expect This to Be Easy for the Bruins

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 18, 2019
What Happened to the Reigning Champs?

What Happened to the Reigning Champs?

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 12, 2019

Bruins Late Season Goaltending Issues

By Jonathan Hopkins
April 4, 2019

Bruins Playoff Preview

By Jonathan Hopkins
March 29, 2019

Bruins Home-Ice Advantage: What They Have to Do

By Jonathan Hopkins
March 22, 2019

Bruins Trade Deadline Recap

By Jonathan Hopkins
February 28, 2019

Reasons for the Bruins’ Exceptional Play Lately

By Jonathan Hopkins
February 21, 2019

Top 3 Options for the Bruins at the Trade Deadline

By Jonathan Hopkins
February 14, 2019
Edelman displaying the Vince Lombardi trophy; 2019. 

Keys to the Patriots Sixth Super Bowl Victory

By Jonathan Hopkins
February 7, 2019

Keys to the Patriots Success this Postseason

By Jonathan Hopkins
January 31, 2019

What Happened in Boston Sports over Winter Break?

By Jonathan Hopkins
January 20, 2019

Have the Celtics Finally Found their Groove?

By Jonathan Hopkins
December 6, 2018

5 Reasons the Bruins Why the Bruins Won’t Make the Stanley Cup

By Jonathan Hopkins
November 29, 2018

Can the Bruins Keep Winning Despite Injuries?

By Jonathan Hopkins
November 29, 2018

How the Bruins Blew the First Round of the 2015 NHL Draft

By Jonathan Hopkins
November 15, 2018

Bruins Need to Address Their secondary Scoring Issues

By Jonathan Hopkins
November 8, 2018

Steve Pearce’s Journey

By Jonathan Hopkins
November 1, 2018

Short-Term Replacements for Sony Michel

By Jonathan Hopkins
October 25, 2018

Is it Time to Pull the Plug on Tuukka Rask?

By Jonathan Hopkins
October 18, 2018

Early Questions for this Bruins Team

By Jonathan Hopkins
October 11, 2018

Counting Out the Patriots Again? Not so Fast

By Jonathan Hopkins
October 4, 2018

Boston Bruins Season Preview

By Jonathan Hopkins
September 27, 2018

Is a Torey Krug Trade Imminent?

By Jonathan Hopkins
September 20, 2018

What McDaniels’ Extension Means for Belichick’s Future

By Jonathan Hopkins
September 13, 2018

5 Potential Suitors for the Bruins’ Third Line

By Jonathan Hopkins
September 7, 2018
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Shaq Mason Extension a Bright Spot to an Iffy Beginning to the Season

By Jonathan Hopkins
August 29, 2018
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