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The digital-first, student-run magazine of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Journalism Department

Amherst Wire

The digital-first, student-run magazine of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Journalism Department

Amherst Wire

The digital-first, student-run magazine of the University of Massachusetts Amherst Journalism Department

Amherst Wire

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UMass employees showcase their artwork at Building Bridges gallery

Olivia Amato, Contributor September 28, 2018
The mixed-media showcase is bringing together people who would usually not interact in everyday life.
A screenshot from Netflix's "Sierra Burgess Is a Loser." (Alex Pigeon/Amherst Wire)

“Sierra Burgess Is a Loser” is too cringe-worthy to get the message across

Hayley Solomon, Writer September 27, 2018
The moral of the story is clear, to never judge a book by its cover, but it is completely overshadowed by all of the awkward scenes.
(Nick Stroll/Wiki Commons)

Lana Del Rey releases two new singles, one being 10 minutes long

Liv Charbonneau, Contributor September 27, 2018
Her new single "Venice B****” is an almost 10-minute track reminiscing on summer, love and youth.
Maria Ting transforms a summer dress with a layered white sweater.

Add flair to your fall wardrobe

Matthew Hachisu, Contributor September 26, 2018
Trade in your traditional college hoodie for something more fashionable.
Tom Leary (center) standing outside of an LA recording studio with artist TraeDaKidd (right) and Capitol Records Digital Marketing Manager Rahim Wright (left). 
(Photo: J Nash)

Student profile: Tom Leary, professional videographer and entrepreneur

Liam O’Connor, Entertainment Editor September 26, 2018
"With every project, I want to create a look and feel that is unique to the artist I’m working with."
(Photo: Johnny Nash)

Student artist profile: mikefellow

Astghik Dion, Contributor September 26, 2018
"...A lot of my music is trying to work things out when I write them, and then recording them is getting it off my chest."
(Trevor Wilson/Amherst Wire)

6LACK “East Atlanta Love Letter” — Review

Trevor Wilson, Writer September 26, 2018
6LACK doesn’t explore any new territory on "East Atlanta Love Letter" but sounds more polished and focused than ever
Performers, musicians and parade-goers create a colorful spectacle as they dance and sing along North Pleasant Street. (Maria Manning/ Amherst Wire)

In photos: XTCA Art Parade brings life to streets of Amherst

Maria Manning and Brian Choquet September 25, 2018
Performers and marchers in the first-ever Cross Town Contemporary Art Parade brought the arts to life as they cheered and danced down North Pleasant Street on Sept. 22.
(Jordan Allen /Amherst Wire)

Entertainment winners, losers of the week

Amherst Wire Entertainment staff September 24, 2018
The Amherst Wire Entertainment staff reflect on this week in the entertainment world.
(Justin Risley/ Amherst Wire)

Tailgate photos: New rules, same UMass

Justin Risley, Staff Photographer September 23, 2018
Staff photographer, Justin Risley, checked out the first tailgate of the semester to see how UMass students are handling the new tailgating policies.
Pi Kappa Alpha is located on the corner of Fearing Street and North Pleasant Street.

UMass fraternity charged with hazing and liquor violations

Nicole DeFeudis, Co-Editor in Chief September 21, 2018
A University of Massachusetts fraternity that was suspended by the university last fall now faces charges of violating hazing and liquor laws.
Top five: Northampton cafes for a sweeter coffee break

Top five: Northampton cafes for a sweeter coffee break

Isabel Fowler, Lifestyle Editor September 21, 2018
Break out of the college-town bubble and try these great Northampton cafes.
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