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Participants of the protest walk out of the Convocation with pro-union signs held high.
Union members and supporters protest Convocation
Dr. Avak Kahvejian speaking at the 2024 Convocation. Photo from 2024 Convocation livestream.
Speakers welcome students back with discussion about innovation and AI
A raccoon looking out from a wall inside of the Quinn Administration Building. Photo submitted by a member of the Classified Staff Union.
UPDATE: Dark eyes, nocturnal — it’s not a college student, it’s a raccoon
Corrections: Vol. LVIII, Issue 2
Students at a protest last year. Photo from The Mass Media Archives.
Updated space use policy imposes new limits on protests
Participants of the protest walk out of the Convocation with pro-union signs held high.
Union members and supporters protest Convocation
Students at a protest last year. Photo from The Mass Media Archives.
Updated space use policy imposes new limits on protests
Students respond back to religious picketer on campus
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
The Faculty-Staff Union, which represents both faculty and librarians on campus, met with the university. Photo sent in by Elijah Horwath.
Bargaining for the Common Good teach-in promotes union solidarity
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
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
People gathered in Town Field Park to scout out sites for a possible Vietnamese Diaspora Memorial. Photos submitted and taken by Lee-Daniel Tran
1975: A Vietnamese Diaspora Commemoration Initiative ends a productive summer
Photo sent in by Millicent Snow.
Meet Millicent Snow, a shining example of campus leadership
Beacons enjoy snacks during Welcome Week festivities. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
A behind-the-scenes look at Welcome Week 2024
The Art Union fosters community on campus
Graduating Editor-in-Chief Katrina Sanville poses for a photo in the Campus Center. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor
Thank you, Mass Media
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 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
Comic: Pape
Comic: Gringlehook Vol. 5
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?
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
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 musician playing the saxophone at a live performance.
Listen to your favorite music by candlelight in Boston
People gathered in Town Field Park to scout out sites for a possible Vietnamese Diaspora Memorial. Photos submitted and taken by Lee-Daniel Tran
1975: A Vietnamese Diaspora Commemoration Initiative ends a productive summer
Photo sent in by Millicent Snow.
Meet Millicent Snow, a shining example of campus leadership
Beacons enjoy snacks during Welcome Week festivities. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
A behind-the-scenes look at Welcome Week 2024
A student listens to music on the Harbor walk. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Sabrina Carpenter leaves ‘quite an impression’ with ‘Short n’ Sweet’
Megan Thee Stallion walking down the stairs as fire goes off on the stage. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
Day Three: Chappell Roan, Hozier, and The Killers bring Boston Calling to a Spectacular Finish
Tyler Childers playing guitar on stage to end Day Two of Boston Calling. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
Boston Calling Day Two: Jessie Murph, The Red Clay Strays, and Tyler Childers Light Up the Stage
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’
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
The UMass Boston's men's soccer team during a huddle. Photo by Salt Lake Photo Company via Beacon Athletics.
Men’s soccer ties up the week with two consecutive 1-1 matches
Georgia Bonney, Number 8, passing the ball to her teammates.
Georgia Bonney, women’s soccer searching for LEC title
Women’s tennis players brace themselves for a home match last September.
Women’s tennis begins title defense
Women’s soccer kicks off first season road trip
Women’s soccer during home game last semester.
Men’s soccer comes crashing down from strong season start
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
Women’s lacrosse huddles together at a home game. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Women’s lacrosse inaugural season comes to an end
Player Luke Murphy drives towards the goal at a home game. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Plymouth State University eliminates men’s lacrosse in LEC semifinals
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 sits in the University Health Service Center, which is also home to the Counseling Center.
College students’ mental health is in crisis
Members of the UMass Boston community stand in solidarity with Africana Studies at the protest held on April 5. Photo submitted by protester.
Students weigh in on the updated protest policy
Students work on homework in the Quinn Administration Building. Photo by Olivia Reid/ Photography Editor.
The importance of student diligence, even when it seems useless
Students and staff outside of Clark Athletic Center protesting the Chancellor's Inauguration last spring. Photo submitted by a participant.
University administrators were busy this summer — limiting free speech
A student strolling through nature.
The benefit of a simple walk in a busy world
A student sits in the University Health Service Center, which is also home to the Counseling Center.
College students’ mental health is in crisis
Members of the UMass Boston community stand in solidarity with Africana Studies at the protest held on April 5. Photo submitted by protester.
Students weigh in on the updated protest policy
Students and staff outside of Clark Athletic Center protesting the Chancellor's Inauguration last spring. Photo submitted by a participant.
University administrators were busy this summer — limiting free speech
Students relax and do work together in the Campus Center as the semester winds down. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff
Semester reflections: A mix of emotions in the journey of higher education
Advice from a UMass Boston senior
Students at Emerson College's encampment for Palestine sit and talk outside a campus building. Photo submitted by Elijah Horwath / Mass Media Staff
Liberation through tradition: Passover in a time of genocide
Language and violence: Unpacking last week’s defense of genocide
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?
Temporary tragedies: The insidious nature of the 24 hour news cycle
In response to the anti-Zionist stance
Students and staff outside of Clark Athletic Center protesting the Chancellor's Inauguration last spring. Photo submitted by a participant.
University administrators were busy this summer — limiting free speech
Advice from a UMass Boston senior
Language and violence: Unpacking last week’s defense of genocide
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
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
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The Mass Media
UMass Boston's independent student newspaper

The Mass Media

Shun Hasegawa

Shun Hasegawa served as the sports editor for The Mass Media for the following years: 2004-2005

All content by Shun Hasegawa
Brothers from another mother

Black/Asian Relations: Different Issues, Same Struggle

By Shun Hasegawa
April 5, 2006
Brothers from another mother

Black/Asian Relations: Different Issues, Same Struggle

By Shun Hasegawa
April 3, 2006

Men’s Tennis Drop Six in a Row

By Shun Hasegawa
April 30, 2005
Participants and organizars marched along the harbor in "Take Back the Night!" last week.

Take Back the Night!

By Shun Hasegawa
April 30, 2005
Sophmore middleman Nicholi Sullo has 13 goals and 8 assists this season for UMass Boston

Western Connecticut Leave Beacons In The Dark, 15-4

By Shun Hasegawa
April 30, 2005

Baseball

By Shun Hasegawa
April 21, 2005
Junior attackman Patrick Donlan led UMB with four goals and two assists in a 14-2 victory over Unversity of Southern Maine.

Men’s Lacrosse falls Short of Keene State, 11 – 10

By Shun Hasegawa
April 15, 2005
UMB senior Eileen Lintz competed in the National Collegiate Championships in Fort Worth, Texas.

Pin-Pong Club in Texas

By Shun Hasegawa
April 15, 2005
Beth Lentini(left) and Melanie Wigmanich competer for 29th place in the Beacon Dash 5k. Lentini finished 0.1 second ahead

Beacon Dash: Taking It To The Next Level

By Shun Hasegawa
April 7, 2005

A Baseball Diamond In the Rough

By Shun Hasegawa
April 7, 2005
Eighty people attended the Beacon Dash 5k/Run last year.

Flash Gordon Can Eat Our Dust!

By Shun Hasegawa
March 31, 2005
Sophmore David Waters hit .450 with 11 RBIs 12 games during the team´s annual trip to Fort Myers, Florida

UMB Victorious In Florida

By Shun Hasegawa
March 25, 2005

Hail to Freedom!

By Shun Hasegawa
March 25, 2005

The Beacons Took on LEC-Champion in Playoff

By Shun Hasegawa
February 25, 2005
Donlan Nets Game Winning Goal

Donlan Nets Game Winning Goal

By Shun Hasegawa
February 14, 2005
Women's Ice Hockey Win Three in a Row

Women’s Ice Hockey Win Three in a Row

By Shun Hasegawa
February 4, 2005
Freshman forward Alberto Paniagua won LEC Rookie of the week award for the fourth time

Men’s Basketball drop eight straight

By Shun Hasegawa
February 3, 2005
The Brand-new first base dugout of the softball field is waiting for a new head coach to fill it.

Five will interview for the women’s soccer and softball head coach

By Shun Hasegawa
February 3, 2005
Southern Maine Slap the Beacons, 8-0

Southern Maine Slap the Beacons, 8-0

By Shun Hasegawa
January 29, 2005
Freshman Alberto "Amigo" Paniagua led the Beacons with his double-double game, 18 points and 10 rebounds, into a 86-78 victory over Keene State College at Clark Athletic Center on Saturday, December 11.

The Beacons Crush Two National-Rankers

By Shun Hasegawa
December 16, 2004

Department of Athletics In the Hole $173K

By Shun Hasegawa
December 10, 2004
Senior guard Roger Perry scored his 1000th career points as a Beacon to be the ninth player to reach the milestone. Helped by the Perry´s 21-point scoring fest, UMB won in overtime over Western Connecticut State University, 104-97, on Saturday, December 4.

UMB Wins Moral Victory

By Shun Hasegawa
December 10, 2004
UMB Finished a Runner-up in the Tip-Off Classic

UMB Finished a Runner-up in the Tip-Off Classic

By Shun Hasegawa
December 3, 2004

Department of Athletics Suffers $173,000 Deficit

By Shun Hasegawa
November 5, 2004
Beacons Drop Season Finale 5-2 to Western Connecticut

Beacons Drop Season Finale 5-2 to Western Connecticut

By Shun Hasegawa
November 4, 2004

Athletics Cancels Womens’ Tennis Season

By Shun Hasegawa
October 21, 2004

Leavitt and Shapiro Shine in the Roger Williams College Invitational

By Shun Hasegawa
October 15, 2004

Expensive Lesson from Playoff Contender

By Shun Hasegawa
October 8, 2004

Not Yet Cursed

By Shun Hasegawa
October 8, 2004

Men’s Soccer Keeps Rolling

By Shun Hasegawa
September 30, 2004

Lady Volleyball Spikes It In Suffolk’s Face

By Shun Hasegawa
September 30, 2004

True Cross Country Race

By Shun Hasegawa
September 23, 2004

Player of the Week: Sarah Shapiro

By Shun Hasegawa
September 23, 2004

Table Tennis Club’s Fight For Recognition

By Shun Hasegawa
September 23, 2004

Beacons Open the Season Victorious

By Shun Hasegawa
September 16, 2004

Build Your Triceps

By Shun Hasegawa
September 15, 2004

‘Live and Die as a Team’

By Shun Hasegawa
September 9, 2004

Leading Off the Beacons

By Shun Hasegawa
September 9, 2004

Ready to Climb

By Shun Hasegawa
September 9, 2004

24 Hours a Week for 90 Minutes

By Shun Hasegawa
September 9, 2004

Borrowed Boats, a Sailing Saga

By Shun Hasegawa
April 29, 2004
Photo by Tony Naro

Four-Defeat Weekend for Softball

By Shun Hasegawa
April 22, 2004
Photo by Kory Vergets

Fruitful Loss

By Shun Hasegawa
April 15, 2004

Men’s Tennis Drops Home Opener

By Shun Hasegawa
April 8, 2004
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