The Science of Craft: A class like no other
Nicole Biagioni, Writer
April 8, 2020
The Science of Craft is not your typical gen-ed class, with students becoming blacksmiths glassblowers.
Introspective Ramblings: “Elemental Flaws”
Allie McKean, Contributor
April 8, 2020
This week's poem is another piece from student poet, Allie McKean, as she shares a moving critique of her personal flaws through the abstract elements of the earth.
Introspective Ramblings: “Sewing Kit”
Paige Roy, Contributor
April 1, 2020
This week's poem features another piece from student poet, Paige Roy, as she shares sentiments of what it's like to piece yourself together, from an emotional standpoint, amidst catastrophe.
UMass Students try to keep busy at home and adjust to online classes
Nicole Biagioni, Contributing Writer
April 1, 2020
UMass Students try to keep busy at home and adjust to online classes
Introspective Ramblings: “Fabricating Barriers”
Joanna Buoniconti, Copy Editor
March 25, 2020
In this week's poem of the week, student poet, Joanna Buoniconti, acknowledges her weaknesses and tendency to build walls up as a result of past traumas.
COVID-19 Updates: Residential Life shares plans for housing
Brianna Silva, Managing Editor
March 16, 2020
While campus remains off-limits for most, UMass has devised a strategy to provide housing for the students who need it most.
UMass students express concern over transition to remote learning
Rebecca Duffy, Campus News Editor
March 13, 2020
With the coronavirus spreading at an alarming rate, universities across the U.S. are moving to remote learning. On March 11, UMass Amherst announced that students must remain off-campus for two weeks after spring break. UMass students share their thoughts on how the transition will affect their learning and spread of the virus.
The Revival of Vinyl
Faith Cardoza, Writer
March 13, 2020
Vinyl records have been making a surprising comeback in the 21st century, capturing the interest of young people looking to expand their musical experience.
App of the week: Twitter
Emma Sammuli, Lifestyle Editor
March 12, 2020
This week that has proved to be quite unlike any other this year, I can think of no other app to plug than Twitter.
The EIC Podcast: MASSPIRG’s push for 100 percent renewable energy
March 12, 2020
Jonathan Kermah sits down with Kaitlyn Mitchell representing the MASSPIRG UMass chapter to discuss their mission of renewable energy across the United States.
Introspective Ramblings: “Service Needed”
Allie McKean, Contributor
March 11, 2020
This week's poem of the week, features student poet, Allie McKean, as she reflects on her journey towards self-discovery and acceptance, after losing touch with herself.
Amherst College suspends classes and moves to remote learning
Nicole Biagioni, Contributing Writer
March 10, 2020
Amherst College suspends classes and moves to remote learning for the semester.
Joe Kochapski
Joe Kochapski talks with Tim Ennis, President of the UMass Democrats about coronavirus updates, the Trump-Taliban agreement, violence at Greece and Turkey border over migrants, and Bernie’s rise.
A guide to unplugging during quarantine
Take this quarantine as an opportunity to detox from social media and you may just find your newest hobby.
Ask Beccy: How to keep social distancing from making you distant
Beccy gives advice on how to stay close with your friends and family, which can be done even while social distancing.
Olivia Barkett and Jozef Zekanoski analyze crucial moments and elements in the award-winning movie “Parasite.”