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The only one in the room: The cost of diversity for journalists of color

Brianna Silva, Managing Editor February 5, 2020
While newsrooms aim to create an inclusive and diverse workplace, journalists of color often struggle with imposter syndrome, tokenism and isolation.
The Paws Program brings smiles to students

The Paws Program brings smiles to students

Nicole Biagioni December 16, 2019
Ever wonder who’s behind the paws program? Nicole Biagioni takes a look into the organization that puts on de-stress events, and the therapy dog group that brings happiness to UMass Amherst students.
Senior Adam Shi stops for a photo before serving a meal in the dining room.

Something’s cooking on the 11th floor

Desire' Jackson - Crosby , Contributor December 11, 2019
 UMass’ hidden, affordable, and student-run gem
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“I’m Still Whole:” A rape survivor’s journey of healing

Brian Choquet, Campus News Editor December 11, 2019
For over a month, Molly Hamel's project, "I'm Still Whole," attempts to bring awareness to one of the most prominent issues on college campuses.
PodCheck: Fact and fiction of climate change

PodCheck: Fact and fiction of climate change

Celina Rivernider and Maggie Yonce December 11, 2019
Tune in to uncover the truths and myths of climate change.
(Shiloh Clark/Amherst Wire)

Local smoke shops struggle to survive Massachusetts’ vape ban

John Burke, Contributor December 9, 2019
The ban may come to a close, but has the damage already been done?
Meet Campus Design & Copy: A student co-op that is more than just printing

Meet Campus Design & Copy: A student co-op that is more than just printing

Rebecca Duffy, Video Editor December 9, 2019
Video editor Rebecca Duffy sat down with Campus Design & Copy co-managers to discuss what it's like to work at CD&C and how their temporary relocation from the Student Union affected business.
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Combatting sexual assault on college campuses from the inside out

Katherine Kelley, Writer December 6, 2019
More than half of campus sexual assaults take place between August to November.
The Zoo Report: Jonathan Kermah on being co-editor in chief of Amherst Wire

The Zoo Report: Jonathan Kermah on being co-editor in chief of Amherst Wire

Chloe Lindahl, Kacey Connolly, and Katherine Kelley December 6, 2019
Tune in to hear hot takes on hooking up with exes, Disney+ and ranch dressing.
Ask UMass — Thanksgiving

Ask UMass — Thanksgiving

Nicole Biagioni and John Buday November 22, 2019
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and on this week's episode of Ask UMass, Nicole Biagioni and John Buday talk to students about the holiday, their favorite dish and what they're thankful for.
Who lit the match?

“Who lit the match?”

Xenia Arinez, Contributor November 18, 2019
The politics behind one of Bolivia's most devastating wildfires
(Photo courtesy of Overheard at UMass)

Overheard at UMass: Controversy looms in the popular Facebook group

Abigail Gracie, Writer November 11, 2019
Overheard on Facebook - some juicy drama.
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