Staff Writer Maya Pontes brings us along to UMassD’s 6th annual Grata Retro Festival! The welcome back celebration features art from CVPA students and alumni, live music, and free food. Maya speaks to a few campus artists who share their art and value the importance of the festival. Continue reading Getting Crafty at the 6th Grata Retro Festival
Volunteer Photographer Drew Chuang took some great photos of this year’s Grata Retro Festival! View them on our website. Continue reading Grata Retro 2026
After the tragic passing of Marvins Antoine, friends, family, and teammates share memories and photos to this community message board. The form is still open for those who wish to contribute. Continue reading In Memory of Marvins Antoine
Nintendo fans can rejoice as the company announces a Direct centered on the Zelda franchise, revealing the Ocarina of Time Switch 2 remake releasing on November 5. The approximately 35-minute presentation showcased enhanced graphics, gameplay features including new dialogues, and voice acting. Anticipation builds as this beloved classic returns with enhancements. Continue reading Ocarina of Time Remake Trailer and Gameplay Analysis
The Torch is saddened to hear of the passing of Marvins Antoine, 18, a first-year student at UMass Dartmouth. He was an involved member of the athletic community, a running back for UMassD’s football team. We send our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and teammates affected by this tragedy. Continue reading Forever In Our Memory: Marvins Antoine
Often, queer people of color struggle with finding proper representation of themselves in what they’re reading. In this article, an anonymous volunteer writer describes these struggles and the history of censorship in literature across the United States. Continue reading When Books Go Silent: Queer POC Representation and the Fight to Be Seen
It feels like frats would do anything to get new members. Continue reading Fundraising
A UMass Dartmouth graduate student has began a Student-Athlete Therapy Group, aimed at helping college athletes cope with the pressures of sports and academics. The group addresses the stigma surrounding mental health and encourages athletes to openly discuss their stress and anxiety, making it an important space for athletes to express their struggles. Continue reading Therapy Group at UMass Dartmouth Shows the Hidden Pressure on Student-Athletes
UMass Dartmouth’s Counseling Center is an unknown resource to many students on campus. Offering sessions covered by students’ tuition, the counseling center thrives to create a welcoming space for any and all students who may need support through individual and group sessions, relationship counseling, workshops, seminars, and more. Continue reading The Convenience of On-Campus Counseling
The Charlton Women in Business Association (CWIB) at UMass Dartmouth empowers women in the business field through networking, resources, and skill development. CWIB promotes gender equality and invites male allies to support their mission. They emphasize collaboration, mentorship, and addressing wage disparities for a more equitable workplace. Continue reading Charlton Women in Business: Who They Are and What They Do
