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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
The Blue Stage at Boston Calling of 2023. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
Calling all Beacons: Set sail to Boston Calling this Memorial Day Weekend
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
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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A poster parody of Joe DiPersio and Kyle Makkas titled “Joe and Kyle Endgame.” Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Joe and Kyle: Endgame

Joe DiPersio and Kyle Makkas
April 28, 2023
Bobby Beacon rides a chariot. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

UMass Boston’s latest sport promises suffering for all

Kyle Makkas, Humor Writer
April 21, 2023
A superhero comic poster titled “Joe and Kyle: The Reactors Assemble.” Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Joe and Kyle: The Reactors assemble

Joe DiPersio and Kyle Makkas
April 21, 2023
A lawyer has his underwear on over his pants while relaying evidence to the court to exonerate his defendant who worries about his lawyers tactic. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff. 

Attorney looks to represent college students: ‘I may not be good, but I’m affordable!’

Kyle Makkas, Humor Writer
April 14, 2023
A movie poster of T.N Turner, Joe DiPersio, and Kyle Makkas titled “Joe & Kyle: Mysteries of the Dirty Depths”.. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Joe and Kyle: Mysteries of the dirty depths

Joe DiPersio and Kyle Makkas
April 14, 2023
UMass Boston Chancellor Marcelo Suráez-Orozco dumps a bag of money. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

What does your money have to do with the Chancellor’s behind? Let’s find out!

Kyle Makkas, Humor Writer
March 31, 2023
Al Pacino proudly holding up a baby. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff

Oscar-winning actor sells ‘Bald Babies’ at UMass Boston. Confused? You should be.

Kyle Makkas, Humor Writer
March 3, 2023
 A student dresses in a themed outfit at a disco party. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff. 

UMass Boston barely ‘staying alive’ after disco failure

Kyle Makkas, Humor Writer
February 23, 2023
Bobby the beacon cries on a beach during a sunset. llustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Bobby Beacon: Reflections of a life unloved

Kyle Makkas, Humor Writer
February 10, 2023

Student seeks to defend university from harbor attack

Kyle Makkas, Humor Writer
February 3, 2023
An illustration of a student in all Umass Boston merchandise. Illustration by Bianca Oppedisano (She/Her) / Mass Media Staff.

Beacon alum still all about UMass Boston—despite pleas from children

Kyle Makkas, Humor Writer
January 27, 2023
Santa Claus lays in a bubble bath, fully clothed and holding a glass of eggnog.

Students terrified by the true meaning of Christmas

Kyle Makkas, Humor Writer
December 9, 2022
A group of people at the Snowport Fair in Seaport.

Holidays activities in Beantown

Kyle Makkas, Humor Writer
December 8, 2022
A student watches TV from the couch.

‘The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special’ review

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
December 2, 2022
A depressed Bobby the Beacon leans on an uncomfortable Kyle Makkas for support after venting his feelings about The Mass Media.

Bobby Beacon responds to Mass Media defamation

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
November 26, 2022
Students perform during the dress rehearsal of the UMass Boston Performing Arts Department’s production of the musical, ‘Working’.

UMass Boston talks to cast members of ‘Working: A Musical’

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
November 25, 2022

Fun things to do this Thanksgiving

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
November 11, 2022
Adam reads a new book in his spare time.

Hobbies that can help you pass the time

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
November 4, 2022

“Ready on set!”: Upcoming movies filmed in Boston

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
October 28, 2022
Kyle Makkas, a writer for The Mass Media, interviews UMass Boston Junior Anastasios Aslanidis (he/him).

From serenades to bangers: Student song recommendations

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
October 21, 2022
Customers shop inside of a costume store.

What to wear when you go ‘boo!’

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
October 14, 2022
Kyle Makkas interviews students in the Campus Center to get input on horror favorites.

What scares UMass Boston: Student horror movie recommendations

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
October 7, 2022
Chills and thrills: Things to do this Halloween

Chills and thrills: Things to do this Halloween

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
September 30, 2022
A student carves a pumpkin while listening to Spotify after class.

Spooky songs that go bump in the night

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
September 23, 2022
Roommates have a small Emmy’s watch party in their apartment.

2022 Emmy Awards recap

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
September 16, 2022
A man watches TV while relaxing on the couch.

Streaming services: More bang for your buck

Kyle Makkas
September 9, 2022
A student catches up on the newest season of Stranger Things in her friends car after a stressful day.

Shows to watch as classes start

Kyle Makkas
September 1, 2022
UMass Boston student Stacy sits down in the residence hall to catch up on the newest Netflix shows.

The Netflix exodus

Kyle Makkas
April 28, 2022
People enter the AMC movie theater at Boston Common.

Do people still care about ‘Fantastic Beasts’?

Kyle Makkas
April 21, 2022
UMass Boston students look over some papers on the lawn outside of campus.

Good places to study on and off campus

Kyle Makkas
April 14, 2022
Two students catch up on the Grammys in UMass Boston’s West Residence Hall lounge.

What to know about this year’s Grammy Awards

Kyle Makkas
April 7, 2022
UMass Boston student Sofia P. watches “Encanto” in her dorm on Tuesday, March 29, 2022.

2022 Oscars recap

Kyle Makkas
March 31, 2022
Posters for the new “West Side Story” promote the show in the streets of Boston near Kenmore.

Should you see ‘West Side Story’?

Kyle Makkas
March 24, 2022
Promotional poster for “The Batman” (2022). Used for identification purposes.

Should you watch ‘The Batman’?

Kyle Makkas
March 9, 2022
Promotional poster for “Peacemaker” (2022), a new TV series. Used for identification purposes.

Should you watch ‘Peacemaker’?

Kyle Makkas
February 24, 2022
Still from “Goodbye Cable”, a Verizon commercial that aired during Super Bowl LVI.

An overview of the commercials of Super Bowl LVI

Kyle Makkas
February 17, 2022
Promotional poster for the movie “Valentine’s Day” (2010). Used for identification purposes.

Movies to watch this Valentine’s Day

Kyle Makkas
February 10, 2022
Joe Rogan prepares to oppose Spotify.

Why Neil Young thinks Spotify doesn’t have a ‘heart of gold’

Kyle Makkas
February 3, 2022
Promotional poster for “Spider-Man: No Way Home” (2021). Used for Identification Purposes.

Should you see “Spider-Man: No Way Home”?

Kyle Makkas
January 27, 2022
Promotional poster for “Elf” (2003).

Merry movies to watch this holiday season

Kyle Makkas
December 10, 2021
Promotional poster for the new documentary mini series “The Beatles: Get Back” on Disney+.

Is ‘Get Back’ too long and winding of a road?

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
December 2, 2021

Thanksgiving movies and music exist—here’s a few options

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
November 18, 2021
Promotional poster for “Eternals” from Marvel. Used for identification purposes.

Should you go see ‘Eternals’?

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
November 11, 2021
By the Home food station you can view a monitor which displays an array of slides with dining, food allergen and dietary information.

Halal options to be offered in UMass Boston Dining

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
November 4, 2021
Netflix logo.

What to watch over Thanksgiving break

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
October 29, 2021
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.

The history behind The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
October 20, 2021
Copy and Paste dialogue on a computer screen.

Plagiarizing in the artistic community

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
October 15, 2021
Frame captured from the Christian French show in Boston on October 5, 2021.

The music scene in Boston: upcoming concerts

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
October 8, 2021
Photo of University Hall Gallery sign.

A look at the University Hall Gallery

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
October 1, 2021
Exterior of The Record Company on Mass Ave in Boston.

What The Record Co. is offering UMass Boston students

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
September 24, 2021
Promotional poster for Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.

‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’ review

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
September 10, 2021
Movie theater in 2021.

Summer 2021’s movie season

Kyle Makkas, Arts Writer
August 30, 2021
Elon Musk on May 30, 2020.

Elon Musk is hosting SNL: Is the cast okay with that?

Kyle Makkas
May 7, 2021
Promotional art for the show. Uploaded from IMDb.

“The Falcon and The Winter Solider” review

Kyle Makkas
April 30, 2021
Graphic regarding NFTs and their interconnection.

NFTs: The good, the bad, and the ugly

Kyle Makkas
April 23, 2021
Illustration of actor Will Smith.

Getting out of Georgia: Why Hollywood may be leaving the state

Kyle Makkas
April 16, 2021
Lil Nas Xs Montero (Call Me By Your Name) cover art.

Too hot to handle: A look at Satanic Panic in pop culture

Kyle Makkas
April 9, 2021
Promotional poster for the film. Uploaded for commentary and review.

“Godzilla vs. Kong”: Box office results and what they might tell us about this summer’s movies

Kyle Makkas
April 2, 2021
Photograph of James Dean posing for a fan.

Legends never die… but should they?

Kyle Makkas
March 26, 2021
WandaVision promotional poster.

WandaVision: Full season review

Kyle Makkas
March 18, 2021

Why we’ve spun back to vinyl

Kyle Makkas
March 5, 2021

Traditional Christmas music

Kyle Makkas
December 11, 2020
Frame from Star Wars. Uploaded under fair use for review.

The worldwide appeal of Star Wars

Kyle Makkas
November 13, 2020

Music in Politics

Kyle Makkas
November 6, 2020

Empathy in horror

Kyle Makkas
October 28, 2020

The evolution of monster movies

Kyle Makkas
October 23, 2020

Morality in Stories

Kyle Makkas
October 16, 2020

Tomorrow never knows: Utopia vs Dystopia

Kyle Makkas
October 9, 2020

Life as told by comics

Kyle Makkas, Contributor
October 2, 2020
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