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Top places every UMass freshman should check out

Astghik Dion, Assistant Photo Editor September 11, 2019
From cafes to top lounging areas on campus, here are just a few of the treasures UMass offers that may seen hidden upon initial arrival.
The World Trade Center

How 9/11 Shook the Newsroom

Emilee Klein and Caeli Chesin September 11, 2019
Four journalism professors share their experiences during the terrorist attacks 18 years ago

UMass quarterback battle remains open

Chase Purrington, Sports Editor September 11, 2019
Quarterback Andrew Brito finds himself back in the mix for starting duties behind center after the Minutemen fell short to Southern Illinois.

Highlights: UMass drops home opener against Southern Illinois

Chase Purrington, Sports Editor September 8, 2019
UMass Football disappoints in the home opener, falling 45-20 to Southern Illinois.
App of the week for college students: Venmo

App of the week for college students: Venmo

Shannon Macalingay, LifeStyle Editor September 6, 2019
"I'll venmo you," has become another way to tell a friend "I'll pay you back."
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Hip-Hop Hangover: Five great albums you might have missed

Trevor Wilson, Entertainment Editor September 5, 2019
2019 has put forth a great opportunity to expand your hip-hop horizon. With many other great but lesser-known albums in the mix, here is our list of five great hip-hop albums you may have missed this summer.
Taylor Swift on her Reputation tour

Taylor Swift tackles double standards on “The Man”

Kacey Connolly, Podcast Editor September 4, 2019
“The Man” combines Swift’s new, snappy tune with soulful writing that speaks not just about the boy next door, but of the conflicting double standards in society.
(Photo is a screenshot of a video courtesy of Alyssa Cochran-Caggiano)

Economy housing expands into multi-year dorms

Brian Choquet, Campus News Editor August 30, 2019
Even multi-year dorms aren't safe from quad rooms.
(Brian Choquet/ Amherst Wire)

UMass students hold sit-in at State House

Brian Choquet, Campus News Editor May 18, 2019
“If there are no student voices in the discussion, then how well are you doing your job.”
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Why does UMass love Coke? Students question pouring rights at flagship campus

Brian Choquet, Campus News Editor May 12, 2019
Although it's unknown to a majority of students, a select few are starting to fight against Coca Cola's ties to UMass.
(Josh Murray/Amherst Wire)

From Bangladesh to UMass: a graduate’s reflection

Nujhat Purnata, Contributor May 9, 2019
How one soon-to-be UMass grad views her time in Amherst.
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Grab your travel mug, “Cuphead” is on the Switch

Patrick Kline, Photo Editor May 7, 2019
Packed with action, stunning visuals and an addictive soundtrack, the critically-acclaimed platformer makes its way to Nintendo.
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