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I am successful because of my autism, not despite it

Drew Sullivan, Contributor October 18, 2019
Until recently, I had always viewed my autism as a detraction, a deficit and a deficiency. The self-doubt was all consuming—until I changed my mindset and did some searching, both internally and on the internet.
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UMass Music legend Makaya McCraven comes home

Chloe Lindahl, Writer October 18, 2019
“We can speak to each other in the abstract realm, especially with instrumental music where I’m not saying anything to you, but we’re all feeling something together.”
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“Riverdale” pays tribute to Luke Perry

Nasya Blackshear, Writer October 17, 2019
Archie put it best, “Fred Andrews will always be apart of Riverdale.”
TransAtlantic Soccer Podcast: Bulgaria vs. England and racism in soccer

TransAtlantic Soccer Podcast: Bulgaria vs. England and racism in soccer

Jacob Robson, Alejandro Winsor, and Joshua Crespo October 17, 2019
Tune in to hear the boys talk Bulgaria versus England.
UMass People Finder to add pronouns to honor International Pronouns Day

UMass People Finder to add pronouns to honor International Pronouns Day

Brian Choquet, News Editor October 17, 2019
"As a nonbinary trans person who uses they/them pronouns, I get misgendered every day...You end up feeling marginalized and invisible, with few people seeing you for who you are."
Former NBA commissioner talks China controversy at UMass

Former NBA commissioner talks China controversy at UMass

Chase Purrington, Sports Editor October 17, 2019
While the NBA boils in social conflict, David Stern delivered a lecture on Wednesday night, in part to discuss social responsibility. 
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What is impeachment and how does it work?

Amelia Marceau, Writer October 17, 2019
President Trump's term may be over before impeachment proceedings begin.
Artwork by Gracie Donovan

(Fake) Blonde Moment Podcast: Episode 1

Grace Sherwood and Chad Douty October 16, 2019
Tune in for all the entertainment gossip on and off the UMass campus.
Updated graphics and a new soundtrack bring Links Awakening back to life

Updated graphics and a new soundtrack bring “Link’s Awakening” back to life

Patrick Kline, Photo Editor October 16, 2019
This game clearly at the core is still a Gameboy game.

A TOAST to improv

Emilee Klein, Writer October 16, 2019
UMass Comedy League’s improv troupe gives insight into their process and values
Artwork by Kacey Connolly.

Penny For Your Thoughts: Episode 1

Elena Babson and Deirdre Carberry October 16, 2019
Tune in for great tips on how to stay positive and empowered about your body.
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The EIC Podcast: “Joker” and the future of DC Comics

Jonathan Kermah, Co-editor in chief October 15, 2019
Jonathan Kermah is joined by entertainment writer David Anderson to talk about "Joker" and the future of DC Comics on the big screen.
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