Staff Writers Maya Pontes and Noel Eckert cover an upcycling bleach dyeing event hosted by MASSPIRG, a student advocacy group. This event “allowed UMass Dartmouth students to not only satisfy the frugal fashionista in them, but their inner artist.” At this event, students selected unwanted garments and gave them new life using bleach– read more on our website! Continue reading Looking Good, Doing Better: MASSPIRG Bleach Dyeing
Think you know your way around campus? Staff Photographer Sam Haley is putting you to the test!
Every week, we’ll upload a photo of a different campus location zoomed in. Think you know where the photo was taken? Message us on Instagram @thetorchumd to give us your answer! We’ll be taking submissions until Sunday, October 11 at 11:59 p.m. Continue reading Spotted at UMassD: Week One
UMass Dartmouth’s Hirshfeld-Dowd Observatory will host six open houses in the Fall 2026 semester, allowing visitors to explore the night sky. Guided by students and faculty, guests get the chance to use their telescope and witness celestial events. This tradition offers unique learning experiences for both the campus community and local youth. Continue reading A Celestial Semester: UMass Dartmouth Observatory Announces Fall Open House Dates
“Psst” by Staff Artist Olive Huntington. View the comic on our website! Continue reading Psst
“The Electric Scooter Problem” by Staff Artist Jacky Rubino. View the comic on our website! Continue reading The Electric Scooter Problem
Staff Editor Aidan Danforth shares his opinions on Nessa Barrett’s newest release, “Tough Love.” From emotional, slow-paced ballads to energetic, guitar-filled beats, Barrett’s newest album has taken over the ‘girly pop’ community. Continue reading Nessa Barrett’s Dark and Messy New Album Review
Volunteer Photographer Drew Chuang took some photos at UMassD Women’s Tennis vs Vermont State University Castleton on September 19th. View them on our website! Continue reading Women’s Tennis vs Vermont State University Castleton
Business Manager Kiyan Weiss recounts the recent LARTS water main break that abruptly interrupted classes. Despite the loss of in-class time, students were able to turn their efforts towards the Corsair Fair happening just outside of the affected buildings, giving students the opportunity to connect with campus clubs and organizations. Continue reading LARTS Water Main Break Might Have Been the Best Thing to come of the Renovations
Staff Writer Kyle Dietzsch has found himself inches from being hit by an e-scooter on campus. To some, it is a convenient, fast way to get to and from class. To others, they are safety hazards. In this article, Kyle explores both sides of the argument and gives his opinion on e-scooter use at UMass Dartmouth. Continue reading Opinion: No, You Really Don’t Need an E-Scooter to Get Around Campus
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
