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Sororities tackle the recruitment process over Zoom

Sororities tackle the recruitment process over Zoom

Nicole Biagioni, Writer October 3, 2020
Nothing about this year is normal; classes and RSO’s are no different and for the most part, online. So how does one aspect of college life, specifically Greek life, adapt to the new normal? 
Artwork by Gracie Donovan

(Fake) Blonde Moment: Reality TV, Quarantine Trends and Celebrity Babies

Grace Sherwood and Chad Douty October 1, 2020
Chad and Grace are finally back! Anything happen while they were gone?
Art During the Pandemic: A Complex Relationship With Solitude

Art During the Pandemic: A Complex Relationship With Solitude

Julian Mendoza, Writer October 1, 2020
There is currently no plan set for the spring semester in terms of in-person campus availability. Should students remain socially limited due to quarantine regulations, expect creatives to continue making art in order to connect with the outside world and with themselves.
Introspective Ramblings: The Unattainability of Innocence

Introspective Ramblings: “The Unattainability of Innocence”

Joanna Buoniconti, Copy/Managing Editor September 30, 2020
In this week's poem, student poet Joanna Buoniconti reflects on childhood innocence and the unattainability of it once we all grow up.
UMass CHAARG works remotely to keep its members positive and active during COVID-19

UMass CHAARG works remotely to keep its members positive and active during COVID-19

Alana Zeilander, Contributing Writer September 26, 2020
UMass CHAARG works remotely to keep its members positive and active during COVID-19
Introspective Ramblings: In the End I Was More Than Myself

Introspective Ramblings: “In the End I Was More Than Myself”

Riley Jones, Contributor September 23, 2020
This week's poem features a moving piece from student poet, Riley Jones, about overcoming self-doubt.
Three simple and healthy meals to make for the beginner chef

Three simple and healthy meals to make for the beginner chef

Madison Bethune, Contributor September 23, 2020
These 3 delicious and healthy meals take less than 30 minutes to whip up.
Jake Weissman also known as Coolhand Jax/Used with permission of photographer James Wyatt

Coolhand Jax’s journey to “No Dreams of Anything”

Nasya Blackshear, Assistant Lifestyle Editor September 22, 2020
“When I finished school, I went on a big long road trip across the country for like two or three months and then I tracked a bunch of demos,” Weissman professed. Home again after his lengthy road trip, Weissman got to work and Coolhand Jax was born. 
What is it like to be an OnlyFans content creator?

What is it like to be an OnlyFans content creator?

Talia Heisey, Writer September 21, 2020
OnlyFans has been a hot topic and career choice for many. This creator shares her story and maybe will inspire you to start yours.
(Patrick Kline/ Amherst Wire)

UMass Amherst announces new furloughs

Talia Heisey, News Writer September 16, 2020
Chancellor Subaswammy has announced a round of new furloughs of UMass staff due to the approximate 170 million dollars in financial losses incurred by the pandemic.
Introspective Ramblings: Temp girl, college girl

Introspective Ramblings: “Temp girl, college girl”

Elisabeth Morgan, Writer September 9, 2020
In this week's poem, student poet, Elisabeth Morgan reflects on the benefits as well as the highly relatable challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic has brought into her life.
Long-distance love during a global pandemic

Long-distance love during a global pandemic

Abbie Gracie, News Editor September 5, 2020
As if COVID-19 doesn’t suck enough, try being in a relationship with your significant other being half-way across the country.
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