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Quavo of Migos at live performance. (Moses Vega/Unsplash)

Migos “Culture II” album review: It’s deja vu with “Culture II”

Jack Hamm, Contributor February 9, 2018
You might need a break from the Migos after the album's nearly two-hour runtime, but there are tracks and trends that will last a whole lot longer.
The Student Government Association office is located in Student Union room 420 (Elissa Borden/Amherst Wire).

Getting involved: How to run for election with the UMass SGA

Elissa Borden, Campus News Editor February 6, 2018
Thinking about running in the Student Government Association election this semester? Here's a guide on how to get started.
(Photo courtesy of the UMass journalism department.)

The importance of language and value: Panel speaks following the screening of “Talking Black in America”

Caeli Chesin, Writer February 6, 2018
“There’s so many ways of communication. It’s about power and systematic oppression,” said Carlos McBride, an audience member at the screening of "Talking Black in America."
Several students attempted to climb a pole in the center of the Southwest quad and tried ripping a sign off of it. Other students threw beer cans and chunks of ice at some who tried. (Morgan Hughes/Amherst Wire)

Riots and regulations: Super Bowl LII calls for stricter regulations on campus

Courtney Murtagh and Danielle Lipiec February 3, 2018
Despite stricter regulations and a lack of poles to ascend, students and faculty are certain that UMass residents will enjoy watching and hopefully winning the big game.
Elizabeth O’Brien and Christian Oliveira (Jill Webb/Amherst Wire).

Four years, three Super Bowls

Jill Webb, Writer February 2, 2018
The University of Massachusetts Amherst Class of 2018 has felt a mix of joy and pain during the New England Patriots domination of the Super Bowl throughout their time at school.
Thanks to the changeover crew, The Mullins Center is able to switch from an ice hockey rink to a full basketball court in a matter of hours (Liam Flaherty/Amherst Wire).

The art of the changeover

Liam Flaherty, Contributor February 1, 2018
Have you ever considered how different UMass sports teams could possibly all play under one roof? A lot more goes into it than you may have thought.
(Brian Choquet/ Amherst Wire stock photo)

UMass student charged with three counts of rape, released from jail

Courtney Murtagh, Assistant Campus News Editor February 1, 2018
Ryder Chilcoff, 21, is allegedly connected to an incident that occurred in John Quincy Adams residence hall on Dec. 9, 2017.
(Jordan Allen/Amherst Wire)

10 shows to binge watch during winter break

Sifa Kasongo, Contributor December 19, 2017
These 10 shows might not be as popular as "Game of Thrones" or "Stranger Things," but they're definitely worth checking out.
In order to take the next step forward, UMass football needs to join a conference. (Clint Mickel/ Creative Commons).

UMass Football needs to join a conference

Daniel Morrison, Contributor December 17, 2017
It’s difficult to determine what the best conference option for UMass is. But in order to improve recruiting, gain more fans, and increase revenue, UMass needs to join a conference immediately.
(Kerrin Hughes/Contributed Photo).

Don’t pet her, she’s working

Jill Webb, Writer December 17, 2017
UMass Amherst students taking Service Dog Training know that training a service dog means a lot more than just gaining a new furry friend.

W.E.B. Du Bois Library hosts third annual Tower Run

Amanda Levenson, Video Editor December 14, 2017
The third annual Tower Run took place the evening of Nov. 16. It challenged participants to run the 440 steps of the W.E.B. Du Bois Library, from the lower level to floor 26, during assigned time slots.
(Acart/Creative Commons)

Why I quit Instagram

Chanel Connor, Writer December 14, 2017
With finals around the corner, consider deactivating your social media accounts this holiday season.
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