By Alex Solari, Staff Writer Boston Medical Center received a $25 million gift this March, which is the highest donation that they have received to date. The center plans to use this money to help them launch a new opioid center. The name of this new center will be “Grayken Center for Addiction Medicine,” named after the billionaire investor John Grayken and his wife, Eilene, … Continue reading $25 million gift used for new opioid center
By Brian Sousa, Opinions & Editorials Editor Most of us got blasted by a snow storm last week during our much-needed break, so many of us may not be thinking ahead to the warmer months just yet. Unfortunately, we have yet another thing to be careful about this summer, especially for those of us who live in New England. Lyme disease is expected to increase … Continue reading Everyone should be ready to take precautions against Lyme disease this summer
By Brian Sousa, Opinions & Editorials Editor Last week, state lawmakers announced that multiple bills are going to be debated regarding something that many people may think has already been won – cannabis freedom. People may not realize that employers in our state can still have their own drug policies, despite cannabis use being allowed by citizens 21 and over. What’s even worse, anyone who … Continue reading Massachusetts lawmakers push a great medical marijuana protection bill
By Alex Solari, Staff Writer This year at the Fall Family Festival, I saw a familiar face that I had never actually seen in person. It was a face that I had seen on the UMass Dartmouth home page, and even in the Monday Updates we receive in our Zimbra (now Outlook) mailbox. It was Chancellor Helm, the man who has been the leader of … Continue reading Thank you, Interim Chancellor Helm
By Lauren Medeiros, Arts & Entertainment Editor New to WUMD’s airwaves this semester is student DJ Mike Benjamin, a talented young jockey who has a passion for music. Going by the name Joli Ra, Benjamin’s show Wild World features an eclectic mix of music. From funk to indie, folk, rap, and even the occasional Portuguese Fado song, he plays “anything and everything,” and welcomes suggestions … Continue reading Student Mike Benjamin host of new radio show
By Zack Downing, Staff Writer & Jacob Condo, Contributing Writer Nintendo’s new console, the Switch, surprised many after outselling the 2006 Wii at the beginning of its sale cycle. A large part of the reason it sold so well is the release of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. When announced over two and a half years ago for the Wii U, Nintendo … Continue reading Breath of the Wild surpasses expectations
By Jesse Goodwin, Staff Writer Henry Thoreau’s Walden, a staple of high school reading lists, is now a video game. Walden the game is currently under development by a small team under the guidance of Tracy Fullerton, professor and chair of the USC Interactive Media & Games Division and director of the USC’s Game Innovation Lab. It recreates Walden Pond and Thoreau’s nearby cabin, which … Continue reading Literary classic Walden now a video game
By Justin McKinney, Staff Writer There isn’t too many ways to spin it, Kong: Skull Island was an absolute blast to watch. If you are looking for a deep Oscar-bait film then save yourself some time and don’t buy a ticket. However, if you are seeking a thrill ride of action and adventure filled with ridiculous monsters, then the bus stops here my friends. For … Continue reading Kong is King
By Michaella Lesieur, Staff Writer Get ready to take the snapshot of a lifetime with another club spotlight; the photography club is a great way to let your artistic abilities run wild. As stated on MyOrgs, UMass Dartmouth has a lofty number of students interested in the area of photography, with having a different major. This club allows them to do their studies while still … Continue reading Photography Club at UMass Dartmouth
By Kristen Botas, Contributing Writer First year graphic design major, Marvin Hernandez, originally from Guatemala City, Guatemala, was adopted at four months old by the Weber family and grew up in Arlington, Mass. The artist specializes in graphic design. The artist has been known to have a thirst of knowledge for his background and has visited his home country and biological parents during the summer. … Continue reading Kid Ink in living color: Artist Spotlight on Marvin Hernandez
