By Jonathan Perreira, Staff Writer This is the first of an article series focused on showing UMass Dartmouth students who runs the departments that are running the campus. Not every student is aware of the energy and logistics involved in keeping a college alive, including me, and so this series is to not only to provide you with insight on who’s doing it, but how … Continue reading Who’s running UMass? A spotlight
By Jonathan Perreira, Staff Writer To new and astonished looks, I say, “I’m just passing by; not staying long.” The faces turn to smiles, and sometimes I’m welcomed into inns or stranger’s beds. The dinners I’ve had in mysterious homes makes quite the extensive menu. I’ve had a variety of soups and stews of varying thickness, most body parts of a pig, most of the … Continue reading Sky Onion pt. i
By Jonathan Perreira, Staff Writer On the night of September 15, a young woman in Brooklyn was hanging out with her friend. Detectives were doing an undercover drug bust at the time, and met with the teens. The woman was arrested, brought to a nearby park for questioning, and then was returned to her friend. The woman immediately claimed that she was raped, and was … Continue reading We must hold the NYPD accountable
By Jonathan Perreira, Staff Writer On Monday, September 18, The Torch received some tips that suggested that UMass Dartmouth’s College of Visual and Performing Arts was essentially falling apart. Eager to expose what may be a giant story, The Torch began meeting with concerned students who believed their needs weren’t being met. So, what is going on in CVPA? A common complaint was directed towards … Continue reading Is CVPA falling apart? A talk with students and administration
By Jonathan Perreira, Staff Writer Many CVPA students are familiar with taking the Loop to-and-from the Star Store Campus in New Bedford. The Star Store offers a beautiful but moderately sized museum of art pieces on its main floor. But if you’re looking for a larger experience to consume some art, consider taking a quick walk from the Star Store to the New Bedford Art … Continue reading What’s new at the New Bedford Art Museum?
By Jonathan Perreira, Staff Writer Heathers is a classic film, a black comedy cast from high school drama, and it’s finally coming down to UMass Dartmouth. On Monday, September 11, 20 Cent Fiction, one of the two theater companies based out of the school, held auditions to cast the right actresses and actors for the excellent musical adaptation. The story is a musical version of … Continue reading Cult classic Heathers coming to UMassD
By Jonathan Perreira, Staff Writer Have you ever wondered why The Torch looks so good? The reason for our perfectly-crafted aesthetic is our team of graphic designers who work long and hard to make it easy on your eyes. One of these team members is an essential part of a UMASS Dartmouth organization: The Graphic Design Club. If you’ve ever been interested in our design … Continue reading Warning: This article contains Graphic Design (Club)
By Johnny Perreira, Staff Writer The UMass Dartmouth Library has five floors full of…books I guess? I’ve been at this school for three years and yet the contents of what each floor and shelf of the library holds is beyond me. Granted, my graphic design major has demanded my time in many other places besides the library, but I’ve had classes with workloads requiring that … Continue reading Textbook Tumbleweed: An Underused Resource
By Johnny Perreira, Staff Writer The growing cultural phenomenon that is Netflix original series Bojack Horseman had its fourth season released on September 8. It is full of gags, goofs, puns, and an extensive commentary on modern depression. The show has shattered ratings and records with a new plotline in it’s latest season: one of the characters is the first openly asexual character on TV. … Continue reading See the first ever asexual TV character on Netflix show Bojack Horseman
By Johnny Perreira, Staff Writer Before I reveal the details of one of the most engaging events on campus, think of how many quizzes, tests, projects, and homework assignments are cramming up your schedule. The Torch isn’t going to recommend you procrastinate on any of it, but if you happen to find yourself taking that route and lying on your bed bored out of your … Continue reading Bored? Try Board Game Night at the library
