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Getting Through with WandaVision

Getting Through with WandaVision

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor March 4, 2021
This series would simply not be complete without mentioning a tv show that is readily available for your viewing pleasure. This week is the season finale of Marvel’s latest installment, "WandaVision," so you still have time to catch up on the eight episodes that have been released on DisneyPlus. With episodes around only thirty minutes long, it’s the perfect quick binge to get you through the week.
Wire News Round Up - 3.1.21

Wire News Round Up – 3.1.21

Nicole Biagioni, Brie Bristol, and Rebecca Duffy March 1, 2021
In their second weekly broadcast, Wire News Round Up covers Wellbeing Wednesday "Pondfire," reopening in Massachusetts, this week's weather and more.
Artwork by Celina Rivernider.

Marked As Read: “A Little Life”

Celina Rivernider March 1, 2021
Tune in to hear Celina unpack the controversial "A Little Life."
Hobbies for Anxiety Relief: How practicing mindfulness can change your life

Hobbies for Anxiety Relief: How practicing mindfulness can change your life

Madison Bethune, Assistant Lifestyle Editor February 26, 2021
Mindfulness is the overall practice of being present. It is a form of meditation that with time, can improve all aspects of your life. Going beyond helping with anxiety and depression symptoms, many say mindfulness is the key to living a happy life.
Getting Through with Mexican Gothic, A Novel by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Getting Through with “Mexican Gothic,” A Novel by Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor February 25, 2021
If you are a fan of the recent series "The Haunting of Hill House" or the "Haunting of Bly Manor," I can assure you that you will enjoy "Mexican Gothic," as it drips with creepy haunted house overtures, family secrets, tragedy and gore.
Getting Through with Morbid: A True Crime Podcast

Getting Through with Morbid: A True Crime Podcast

Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor February 19, 2021
Editor’s Note: For the next few weeks, the Lifestyle section will be showcasing their favorite podcasts, tv shows, movies, books and more to help UMass students while self-sequestering, quarantining or just to pass the time as COVID continually keeps us indoors. Welcome to Getting Through. 
Photo by Stephanie DiCarlo

Salvaging a semester: SGA, a COVID calamity and where we go from here

Rebeca Pereira, Writer February 19, 2021
A frustrated student body and fatigued Amherst community turns to the Student Government Association as trust in administrators runs its course.
Judging Books By Their Covers: Circe depicts a modern mythology classic

Judging Books By Their Covers: “Circe” depicts a modern mythology classic

Joanna Buoniconti, Copy/Managing Editor February 19, 2021
Miller’s writing embodies that of a modern mystical fable that will rewrite what we were once all taught with Greek mythology and is a must-read in every fantasy lover’s collection. 
Hobbies for Anxiety Relief: How to start journaling...and stick with it

Hobbies for Anxiety Relief: How to start journaling…and stick with it

Madison Bethune, Assistant Lifestyle Editor February 18, 2021
Journaling should not be a chore. It is there to serve you and only you. So find your why, pick out a journal that encourages you to write, and do some internal digging as to what you would like to get out of this practice.
Artwork by Celina Rivernider.

Marked As Read: #BeanDad versus “The Road” dad

Celina Rivernider February 15, 2021
Tune in for Celina's take on the #beandad Twitter controversy.
Five ideas for a safe Valentines Day

Five ideas for a safe Valentine’s Day

Emma Sammuli and Madison Bethune February 11, 2021
Although the pandemic is making date nights more challenging, the circumstances present the perfect opportunity to get creative.
UMass implements stricter guidelines as COVID-19 cases rise

UMass implements stricter guidelines as COVID-19 cases rise

Ethan Brayall-Brown, Writer February 5, 2021
With the rising number of cases, the operational posture of the campus has been changed to elevated. This means that there are a number of stricter rules students must follow.
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