The Revolution is Now
Brianna Silva, Editor-In-Chief
July 1, 2020
Right now we are witnessing centuries worth of Black history and activism providing people with the tools to combat white supremacy. Right now we are observing society unfold and blossom. Right now we are experiencing the power of unity and the beauty of diversity
COVID-19 Update(s): What we know right now
Joanna Buoniconti, Brianna Silva, and Talia Heisey
June 30, 2020
In-person classes have been suspended for the remainder of the semester. We'll provide daily updates from Whitmore and beyond.
Massachusetts college student concerned about mother’s health during the COVID-19 pandemic
Yang Yi Chen, Contributing Writer
June 19, 2020
Lillian Dack shares how the coronavirus has affected her family
The Student Perspective in Quarantine
Brie Bristol, Writer
May 3, 2020
For students in higher education, the world today has drastically impacted their mental health as they struggle to continue with online courses, unemployed, homelessness, and possible illness.
COVID-19: Our Social Safety Net is Failing Us
Jack Sheehy, Contributor
April 26, 2020
As the crisis has unfolded in the US one thing remains clear: our social safety net is failing us.
Quarantine reflection: An introvert’s guide to self-care
Brianna Silva, Managing Editor
April 24, 2020
Life has become a series of unfinished paintings and I have lost all sense of time. Caught somewhere between happiness and fear, I spend most of my days gardening, painting and watching movies.
App of the week: DoorDash, Grubhub and Uber Eats
Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor
April 23, 2020
During this time, with dining at restaurants completely out of the question, ordering through food delivery apps is a great way to support your favorite local eateries while still practicing social distancing.
Reforming an incarcerated America
Saliha Bayrak and Karen Kimble
April 12, 2020
The relationship between UMass and Hampshire County Jail is still in its infancy, but Professor Raymond hopes to cultivate it into a more well-established program that forms a direct “pipeline” between release from jail to enrollment at UMass — or even a class that regular UMass students take alongside students who are incarcerated.
Quarantine Reflection
April 10, 2020
When people think of New York City, they usually think of crowded subway cars, rude people and lots of traffic. They think of the city that never sleeps, where there’s always something to do. But only a fraction of the city is like that; Bayside is almost the exact opposite. It’s a quiet suburban town with good public schools, a healthy number of parks, and an easy commute into Manhattan and Long Island. The downtown area always has people milling about, riding their bikes or walking their dogs. But the downtown area is barren now; almost all the shops and restaurants are closed, and very few people are on the streets. Everyone on the sidewalk I did see was wearing face protection, glaring at me as they walked by.
Alpha Sigma Phi raises money for local businesses
Abbie Gracie, Editor
April 7, 2020
Alpha Sigma Pi, a UMass fraternity, has organized a fundraiser through gofundme.com to raise money and lend a helping hand to the local Amherst businesses in need during this waiting period.
How to stay close at a distance: Things to do with friends during a pandemic
Nasya Blackshear, Writer
April 7, 2020
Stay connected with your friends with these fun and easy ideas.
UMass journalism alumni covering news during a pandemic
Jonathan Kermah, Editor in Chief
March 26, 2020
Three UMass journalism alumni discuss working on news coverage during a pandemic.
Rebecca Duffy, Campus News Editor
MASSPRIG celebrated Earth Day's 50th anniversary by co-hosting a virtual event for 100% renewal energy.
Beccy discusses the options for the upcoming semester.
COVID-19: Our Social Safety Net is Failing Us
As the crisis has unfolded in the US one thing remains clear: our social safety net is failing us.
Quarantine reflection: Breaking out of the suburban bubble
Managing Editor Trevor Wilson reflects on his experience during the COVID-19 quarantine.