Tag: Volume 34.22

Opinions & Editorials

Only Sanders’ revolution can stop Trump

By Jesse Goodwin, Staff Writer At a Boston rally on March 31, Bernie Sanders defended President Trump’s voters, criticized the Democratic Party and Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign, and outlined how progressive Democrats can resist Trump’s agenda. “Some people think the people who voted for Trump are racists and sexists and homophobes and deplorable folks,” he said, referencing Clinton’s now-infamous remark that “you could put half … Continue reading Only Sanders’ revolution can stop Trump

 
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Growth through performance

By Sade Smith, News Editor On Friday night, the CVPA Atrium was filled with supporters of junior CVPA major Caiana Luse. Christmas lights hung gently over the atrium bannister, lighting the room. Banter filled the area as the audience patiently waited for the singer’s arrival. A set list was provided, lining up the recital’s six songs. Typical of CVPA majors’ recitals, Luse took the advantage of the … Continue reading Growth through performance

 
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Doctor Who to introduce first openly gay companion

By Andrew Tyrrell, Managing Editor Doctor Who finally returns on Saturday, April 15 for its tenth season in the post-reboot era.The long awaited return of Who has brought with it welcome news about the Doctor’s newest companion, Bill. If you’re not sitting, I suggest you do so now; this one is a shocker. Bill is gay. Gasp! Now to clarify something, Bill is a woman, … Continue reading Doctor Who to introduce first openly gay companion

 
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The Handmaid’s Tale is newly relevant in Trump’s America

By Jesse Goodwin, Staff Writer Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale, originally published in 1985, is one of several classic dystopian novels which have appeared on Amazon’s best-sellers list since President Trump’s election victory. Its premise resembles Trump’s and the GOP’s anti-choice agenda. An upcoming Hulu adaptation of the novel, which begins airing on April 26, has also contributed to its resurging popularity. In Atwood’s novel, … Continue reading The Handmaid’s Tale is newly relevant in Trump’s America

 
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The Importance of Being Earnest takes the cake, and drops it

By Sebastian Moronta Blanco, Staff Writer On April 6, the UMass Dartmouth Theatre Company premiered its latest production, The Important of Being Earnest, in the main auditorium, and the show ran through Saturday April 8. The story is one of miscommunication, of deceit and plain old unfortunate coincidence. The show takes sophisticated silliness to a whole new level, or as sophomore economics major Kelvin Guo … Continue reading The Importance of Being Earnest takes the cake, and drops it

 
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Men’s tennis wraps the opposition en route to victory

By Kristen Botas, Contributing Writer This week proved to be quite lengthy for the men’s tennis team. The men took a loss at UMass Boston on April 2, 9-0, and then another loss at Roger Williams on April 3, at 9-0.  They finally wrapped up the week with a win against Lesley, 0-9. In the game against UMass Boston, the Beacons got off to a … Continue reading Men’s tennis wraps the opposition en route to victory

 
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Golf places fifth at Westport Hampton Inn Invitational

By Sebastian Moronta Blanco, Staff Writer UMass Dartmouth hosted the 2017 Westport Hampton Inn Invitational this past weekend at the Allendale Country Club in North Dartmouth. The event hosted 18 teams and also served as a fundraiser to support DJ Bishop, a local student-athlete. Bishop, a Westfield State Baseball student-athlete and Dartmouth High School graduate, suffered a spinal cord injury in a diving accident last … Continue reading Golf places fifth at Westport Hampton Inn Invitational

 
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Softball decimates the weekend competition

By Nicole Belair, Staff Writer The softball team finished out last week with three wins and two losses against Roger Williams, Plymouth State, and Wheaton, putting their record at 13-11 on the season. The Corsairs hosted Roger Williams on Wednesday, in a game rescheduled from late March. The Hawks scored an early run, but first-year pitcher, Victoria Woodward, settled in with a strong defense for … Continue reading Softball decimates the weekend competition

 
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Women’s lacrosse relishes road successes

By Zack Downing, Staff Writer The women’s lacrosse team arrived at Salem State with senior Catrina Longo on the verge of 100 career goals, and Longo was ready to deliver. The Corsairs opened with a 5-0 lead in the first half of the match, outperforming Salem State in defense and offense.  Longo scored two of the first four goals, and before the half was over, … Continue reading Women’s lacrosse relishes road successes

 
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