Month: October 2023

Campus Life & Events

Campus Safety, Infrastructure, and More Discussed at the Fall 2023 Shake the Ship

(Image Designed By Editor-in-Chief Roxanne Hepburn with Photographs from Volunteer Writer Emma Bowser and Staff Photographer Lilly Lafleur) Volunteer Writer: Connor Sullivan Email: csullivan14@umassd.edu The Student Government Association hosted its annual “Shake the Ship” event in the Claire T. Carney Library’s Living Room this past Thursday, October 12th, providing a forum for students to speak directly with the administration. Sponsored by the SGA, it featured … Continue reading Campus Safety, Infrastructure, and More Discussed at the Fall 2023 Shake the Ship

 
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Campus Life & Events

Natália Correia at 100: An International Colloquium

(Image via eventbrite.com) Volunteer Writer: Emma Bowser Email: ebowser@umassd.edu  On October 13th and 14th, 2023, the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth hosted an international colloquium to honor the 100th birthday of the famous Portuguese writer Natália Correia.  The event was organized by Maria Jose Carvalho of the University of Coimbra as well as Anna Klobucka, Viktor Mendes, Mario Perreira, and Paula C. G. Noversa of UMass … Continue reading Natália Correia at 100: An International Colloquium

 
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Arts & Entertainment

Paramore Re: This is Why Album Discussion

(Image via uproxx.com) Photography Manager: Rena Danho Email: rdanho@umassd.edu Unless you have been living under a rock for the past nineteen years, then you have probably heard of one of the best rock bands of our generation: Paramore. Made up of the talented Hayley Williams as lead singer, Taylor York as guitarist, and Zac Farro on drums, Paramore has dominated the music scene for years. … Continue reading Paramore Re: This is Why Album Discussion

 
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Arts & Entertainment

New Minecraft Mob Vote Has Players Up In Arms

(Image via esports.gg) Business Manager: Brendan Flaherty Email: bflaherty1@umassd.edu The new Minecraft mobs have been introduced, and, as per usual, the fans have a lot to say about it. In classic fashion, the Minecraft developers have come out with three new possible mob additions to the game. For those who are not familiar with Minecraft, mob is short for Mobile, which represents anything that is … Continue reading New Minecraft Mob Vote Has Players Up In Arms

 
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Arts & Entertainment

Audiobooks Arrive On Spotify – But How Do Authors Feel?

(Image via readingpartners.org)  Arts & Entertainment Editor: Kamryn Kobel Email: kkobel@umassd.edu Spotify recently announced that Premium members will soon be granted access to over 150,000 audiobooks available on the app. While this seems like a convenient way to consume more books, the app’s introduction into the audiobook industry raises concerns for authors.  Last year, Spotify introduced the ability to purchase audiobooks on the app – … Continue reading Audiobooks Arrive On Spotify – But How Do Authors Feel?

 
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Opinions & Editorials, Sports

What Is Going On In Pats Nation?

(Image via cbssports.com) Volunteer Writer: Aidan Danforth Email: adanforth@umassd.edu  We are five weeks into the 2023 NFL season, and New England’s hometown team, the Patriots, are on the verge of one of their worst seasons under Bill Belichick.  But Why? Why is a team coached by one of the greatest head coaches of all time doing so badly and currently have a 1-4 record?  Well, … Continue reading What Is Going On In Pats Nation?

 
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Sports

4 for 4: NHL Week 1 Edition

(Image via sportingnews.com) Staff Writer: Tom Dunford Email: Tdunford@umassd.edu With the 2023-2024 NHL season officially underway, there tends to be a lot of overreactions within the first couple of games. With one week under our belt, it’s time we gauge the four biggest storylines and overreactions this new season offers us.  Just remember that this is the start of the season, so plenty of things … Continue reading 4 for 4: NHL Week 1 Edition

 
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News, Politics

A Near Livable Wage for All: Massachusetts Legislators Push for $20 Minimum Wage

(Image via fieldfirst.com) Staff Writer: Jesse Magnifico Email: jmagnifico@umassd.edu Senator Jason Lewis, other legislators, and the Raise Up Massachusetts Coalition are advocating for another minimum wage increase to $20 by 2027. If passed, the increase would make the Bay State have the highest minimum wage in the country. A bill passed in 2018 has gradually bumped the minimum wage to $15, which took full effect … Continue reading A Near Livable Wage for All: Massachusetts Legislators Push for $20 Minimum Wage

 
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News

A Real-Life Indiana Jones Mystery

(Image via msn.com) Business Manager: Brendan Flaherty Email: bflaherty1@umassd.edu Have you ever wanted to solve a real-life mystery like a true adventurer like Indian Jones? Look no further than the British Museum in Montague Pl, London. Recently, The British Museum reported that over 2000 items were found stolen from their inventory of various sizes and values. According to CBS News, the museum admitted that “the … Continue reading A Real-Life Indiana Jones Mystery

 
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Campus Life & Events

UMassD Clubs Venture Forth to Ye Olde King Richard’s Faire

(Image via kingrichardsfaire.net) Staff Writer: Maya Arruda Email: marruda7@umassd.edu A party of daring and intrepid adventures has decided to venture forth on an epic quest alongside your party into the verdant forests of Carver, Massachusetts, in search of the mythical faire.  The legend of King Richard’s Faire, which you’ve heard of time and time again in the taverns or among your guild, is as follows: … Continue reading UMassD Clubs Venture Forth to Ye Olde King Richard’s Faire

 
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