The state of legalization: Effects of marijuana dispensaries on state welfare
Harry Ortof, Assistant Politics/Op-Ed Editor
May 2, 2018
Filed under Around the Valley, Current Affairs, Opinion, Showcase
With the opening of a new dispensary in North Amherst, let's look at how legalization impacts a state's welfare.
UMass FTK Dance Marathon raises over $200,000 for local hospital
Michael Connors, Assistant Campus News Editor
April 23, 2018
Filed under Campus, Current Affairs, Showcase, Student Life
“The atmosphere when you walk into this event is unlike anything you will experience anywhere else on campus," said UMass senior Brady Sharon.
Did Cardi B ruin Tinder? UMass students weigh in
Brian Choquet, Photo Editor
April 19, 2018
Filed under Campus, Current Affairs, Entertainment, Music, Showcase, Student Life
Rapper Cardi B took over Tinder during the #SwipeOff competition, but the reviews are mixed on whether that was a good or bad thing.
UMass wins Tinder #SwipeOff challenge, free Cardi B concert
Cameron Merritt, Travel Editor
April 18, 2018
Filed under Campus, Current Affairs, Entertainment, Music, Showcase, Student Life
After nearly a month of rigorous right swiping on their Tinder accounts, students at the UMass Amherst have earned their chance to party with Cardi.
MXCC hosts third annual Afro hair braiding competition
Wei Cai, Contributer
April 11, 2018
Filed under Campus, Current Affairs, Showcase, Student Life
The contest, held March 23, promoted awareness and increased education on braids and the cultural values they represent.
Free Cardi B concert still a possibility for UMass right-swipers
Jack Hamm, Writer
April 10, 2018
Filed under Campus, Current Affairs, Entertainment, Music, Showcase, Student Life
Get on the Tinder finger treadmill, UMass Amherst, because enough right swipes could bring the colorful Cardi B to campus for a free concert April 25.
Jake Tapper to speak at 2018 UMass Amherst commencement
Michael Connors, Assistant Campus News Editor
March 22, 2018
Filed under Campus, Current Affairs, Politics, Showcase, Student Life
The University of Massachusetts Amherst announced the pick on Thursday.
Success within government shutdown: Changes to child welfare
Ian Munnelly, Politics/Op-Ed Editor
February 28, 2018
Filed under Current Affairs, Politics, Showcase
Bi-partisan legislation tucked into Trump's continuing resolution may be the most fundamental change in recent U.S. child welfare.
Alone in the crowd: A family of color living in a world of white
Sarah Heinonen, Contributor
February 28, 2018
Filed under Around the Valley, Current Affairs, Showcase, Voices
Massachusetts is often seen as a bastion of liberal inclusivity, a point of pride for many Bay Staters. And while Boston, Worcester, Springfield and other large cities are fairly diverse, many of the small towns are anything but.
The opioid epidemic: UMass faculty and students strive to educate the community
Julie Harrington, Writer
February 23, 2018
Filed under Campus, Current Affairs, Showcase, Student Life
Students and faculty at UMass work together to educate the public about the realities of the opioid epidemic sweeping the nation.
UMass Design Building on track for LEED certification
Geoff Warren, Contributor
February 15, 2018
Filed under Campus, Current Affairs, Showcase
UMass' Design Building — a $52 million, 87,500 square-foot structure — is made almost entirely of wood, features unique sustainability features, and produces half the carbon emissions for a building its size. “It’s the most technologically advanced mass timber building that we have in the United States right now,” says Tom Chung, lead project manager.
The beauty in fabric: Headwrapping tutorials celebrating Black History Month hosted by UMass SoCA, iMOSÉ, AACE
Brian Choquet, Photo Editor
February 13, 2018
Filed under Campus, Current Affairs, Fashion, Showcase, Student Life
“We really wanted to kick [Black History Month] off with something that was central to the black community but could also fit in line with our mission, which is to spread the influence of the Caribbean,” said SoCA President and UMass junior Cassandra Georges.
Jonathan Kermah and Trevor Wilson
"If you're listening to J.Cole everyday, something is wrong with you."
808s and Ankle Breaks Podcast: Episode 5
Ian Munnelly, Politics/Op-Ed Editor
If North Korea’s economy and people continue to dwindle in strength and faith in their leader, Kim Jong-un may be left with no choice but denuclearization.
