Tag: Volume 34.21

Opinions & Editorials

Dartmouth couple starts non-profit to end opioid epidemic

By Zack Downing, Staff Writer There’s a huge opioid epidemic happening in the United States, and in inner cities like New Bedford, this epidemic is even more dangerous. In fact, up to six people die each day in New Bedford of accidental drug overdoses, according to New Bedford Guide. A couple in Dartmouth are working to solve this problem. Mathew and Jackie Vangel started the … Continue reading Dartmouth couple starts non-profit to end opioid epidemic

 
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Disney dazzles showgoers in weekend performance

By Alex Kerravala, Contributing Writer Last weekend, Friday, March 31 and Saturday April 1, the Dartmouth Theatre Company (TCo) performed Disney Under the Stars, a cabaret show featuring several of our favorite Disney songs from some of our favorite Disney films. Showgoers were able to relive their nostalgia and hear the songs they grew up listening to performed in front of their very eyes, and … Continue reading Disney dazzles showgoers in weekend performance

 
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PRESS RELEASE: Making Her Mark

Contact: Anna Dempsey or Allison J. Cywin For Immediate Release Making Her Mark “I didn’t want to be a woman artist. I just wanted to be an artist” – Isabel Bishop, 1982 (April 12-29, 2017) Making Her Mark is an exhibition highlighting late nineteenth-century paintings, illustrations, books, and sculptures by Rhode Island women artists and that their contribution to American modern culture. The exhibition focuses … Continue reading PRESS RELEASE: Making Her Mark

 
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Coming soon to a theatre near you: The 10th annual Variety Show

By Alex Kerravala, Contributing Writer What could be better than getting to see a dozen talented singers, dancers, and comedians, all within your school? Why, getting to give to charity, as well! That’s right, ladies and gentlemen, coming soon is the 10th annual joint 20 Cent Fiction/TCo Variety Show! For those who don’t know, the variety show is a talent show, open to any and all … Continue reading Coming soon to a theatre near you: The 10th annual Variety Show

 
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DC releases first trailer for:

By Zack Downing, Staff Writer This decade has been the renaissance of superhero films, and no type of superhero film has been bigger than the group ensemble. Marvel’s Avengers destroyed the box office, and DC is finally taking its turn with their characters. The first trailer for the much anticipated Justice League film has been released, and DC fans are hoping the film can both … Continue reading DC releases first trailer for:

 
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Radiohead’s seminal OK Computer turns 20

By Jesse Goodwin, Staff Writer Nearly twenty years after its initial release, Radiohead’s seminal album, OK Computer, is one of the most critically acclaimed albums of all time. The likes of TIME and Rolling Stone have placed it on their lists of the all-time greatest albums, and it was selected for preservation in the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2015. The … Continue reading Radiohead’s seminal OK Computer turns 20

 
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A ukulele and a rose: meet Tighe Ratcliffe

By Jonathan Moniz, Staff Writer If there’s ever one thing the campus of UMass Dartmouth could use, it’s a bit more revelry. From the dreary concrete to the rainy days to the marshy ground, this campus has never exactly been joyful. What better way to change that than ukulele music in the air? Meet Tighe Ratcliffe, a junior biology major here at UMass Dartmouth, specializing … Continue reading A ukulele and a rose: meet Tighe Ratcliffe

 
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Growing pains lead to tough record for Corsairs

By Justin McKinney, Staff Writer The men’s lacrosse team is off to a rough 1-6 start and frankly if anyone blames the players for this record they are either blind or have never watched these boys play. The Corsairs have taken the field with three separate coaches in the past three seasons and it makes for a harsh environment. While current coach Terry Corcoran is … Continue reading Growing pains lead to tough record for Corsairs

 
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Rugby springs into spring season showdowns

By Christopher Cohen, Sports Editor On Saturday, March 25 the UMass Dartmouth Rugby men’s team hosted a tournament on their home turf on the North Dartmouth campus. Amongst the invitees were the rugby clubs from Massachusetts Maritime Academy, The University of Western New England, and Salve Regina. Opening the day senior forward Pat Briggs had this to say, “The weather is looking scrumptious today. We’re … Continue reading Rugby springs into spring season showdowns

 
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