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Looking Back: Getting the vaccine, figure skating, mourning a loss and marriage in the time of Covid-19

Four students reflect on life the past year during the coronavirus pandemic

Kate Katz, Shyamaa Khan, Samantha Simons and Chelsea Staub , Contributors • May 13, 2021

Editor's note: The following stories are the second part of Looking Back, a two-part series of first-person blog posts looking back at life the past year. The series is produced by Professor Steve Fox's Journalism 300 course in the Journalism Department at UMass Amherst.

The idea of finding love online isn’t so far-fetched anymore

In March 2020 Caitlyn swiped right. It’s been a whirlwind ever since

Elizabeth Sheridan, Contributor • May 13, 2021

In March of 2020 Caitlyn swiped right. It’s been a whirlwind ever since.

Looking Back: Corona lungs, pandemic time warp and Zoom University

Three students reflect on life the past year during the coronavirus pandemic

Jess Galvin, Catherine Hurley and Kaci Madden , Contributors • May 7, 2021

The following stories are the first part of Looking Back, a two-part series of first-person blog posts looking back at life the past year produced by Professor Steve Fox's Journalism 300 course in the Journalism Department at UMass Amherst.

Was this the worst semester in UMass History?

Students mental health collapses as the third virtual semester comes to a close

Julia Donohue, Managing Editor • May 6, 2021

“I’ve been failing most of my classes since and the only outreach I’ve received is from my advisors telling me my grades suck."

The do’s and don’ts of dating during a pandemic

Taylor Lee, Writer • May 6, 2021

These couples and individuals who are active in the dating scene help to shed light on what it is like to be dating, or in a relationship during the pandemic. From the obstacles they faced to learning what works, their experiences may help others looking to explore relationships.

Smartphones may be the new safety blanket

Studies show an increase in phone use during COVID-19 pandemic

Amanda Powers, Contributor • May 5, 2021

With many social events either canceled, postponed, or relegated to Zoom, it is clear that spending more time on smartphones to stay connected with one’s social circles is quickly becoming the norm.

The correlation between social isolation and social distancing

How do they relate to each other?

Julia Indursky, Contributor • May 5, 2021

How do they relate to each other?

Getting Through with “The Wilds”

An epic coming of age saga with a twist

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor • April 15, 2021

There are eight girls in total who are stranded on the island, each with their own past that follows them wherever they go. It’s a thrilling, emotional saga that I would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a suspenseful plot and artful storytelling.

Marked As Read: Crime, witchcraft and random reads

Celina and Bri welcome listeners into their personal libraries

Celina Rivernider • April 12, 2021

Tune in for exclusive insight on Celina and Bri's personal bookshelf.

Almost Healthy: Unconventional vegetable recipes

Episode two featuring parmesan roasted chickpeas and SCOBY selfies

Emilee Klein and Sam Bozorgzadeh • April 8, 2021

Vegetables! Emilee and Sam tear apart their sneakiest ways to eat veggies

From Catholic to Capricorn: Gen Zodiac’s obsession

How astrology has made the upcoming generation, devout

Julia Donohue, Managing Editor • April 8, 2021

As the upcoming generations of millenials and zoomers make their imprint on the world, there is a shift from the traditional. Altering love stories to questioning their religious roots, there is a path forward tied to an ancient tradition.

Wire News Round Up – 4.6.21

Updates on the 2021 Commencement ceremony, weather and more

Nicole Biagioni, Rebecca Duffy, Brie Bristol, Archana Purohit , and Ethan Brayall-Brown • April 6, 2021

Updates on the 2021 Commencement ceremony, weather and more.