By Michaela Gates, Staff Writer I woke up for my eight A.M. class on Tuesday and given that I had checked the weather the night before and snow was in the forecast I had honestly assumed the weather had missed us. However, I looked outside and saw a solid coating of snow. But, I was hopeful. I figured that perhaps the school had done a … Continue reading Snow day folly sets back administration
By Sebastian Moronta, SGA Correspondent Last Sunday, millions and millions tuned in for the largest televised annual sporting event there is, the Superbowl. It’s the one day a year everyone pretends to be a football fan, unless you already are one, in which case you’re probably still hungover at this point. Those who aren’t tend to slog through the day stuffing themselves with endless party … Continue reading eSports are more fun (to watch) than regular sports
By Rabbi Jacqueline Romm Satlow, Director of Jewish Culture Coordinator There is a curious commandment in the Book of Deuteronomy (22:7). If you find a mother bird sitting on her nest, you can take the eggs, but first you have to shoo away the mother. Why? Some of our greatest Rabbis tell us it is so that you do not insult her. Judaism shows great … Continue reading Animal Welfare
By Benjamin Solomon, Staff Writer On Tuesday, January 30, UMass Dartmouth Professor Brian Glyn Williams held a talk about the new movie he was involved in creating 12 Strong. The movie is directed by Jerry Bruckheimer and stars actors like Chris Hemsworth and Navid Negahban. 12 Strong takes place in Afghanistan, immediately following 9/11. It focuses on a small group of US Army Green Berets … Continue reading The reality of 12 Strong
By Michaella Lesieur, Staff Writer Fashion was looked upon, awards were received, performances were show stopping and Bruno Mars cleaned house. On Sunday January 28, 2018 the red carpet rolled out and the doors of Madison Square Garden in New York City unlocked for the 60th Annual Grammy Awards, with host James Corden. Artist Bruno Mars stole the show as he was a frequent stage … Continue reading 6o years of the Grammys: Bruno Mars’s takeover
By Brian Harris, Staff Writer Had you told me two years ago that the President of the United States of America would be arguing with legendary rapper Jay-Z on Twitter, I would have laughed right in your face. Well, I suppose life is stranger than fiction. On January 28, President Donald Trump tweeted out what seemed like an angry rebuttal to…something. “Somebody please inform Jay-Z … Continue reading President Trump starts a pointless feud with rapper Jay-Z, because life has become a reality show
By Zack Downing, Staff Writer While the architecture here at UMass Dartmouth is certainly unique, it’s not what anyone would call colorful, lively, or nice to look at. Outside of the CVPA, the designated building for fun and creativity, there isn’t too much in the realm of exciting art or colorful installations. Everywhere you look in the CVPA, there’s a weird and wonderful art piece … Continue reading Students Wanted: Add some spice to LArts
By Emily Lannon, Managing Editor The gun clattered from her shaking hands to the floor as the shot fired off, going wide and missing the figure that scurried behind the wall. She cursed, a sob shaking her body, as she pulled herself to the ground and tucked her knees under her chin. The sound of boots on the tiled floor behind her bring her back … Continue reading Broken
By Andrea Bickford, Contributing Writer If you’re anything like me- living on campus, sick of res but no kitchen available, and eating out has become too expensive- then you’re in luck! Gumbo is the most slightly-above-average Chinese food that gives you a feast at a more than reasonable price. If distance is an issue Gumbo will be perfect for you. Located at 411 State Road, … Continue reading Gumbo: The best budget Chinese food you can find
By Justin McKinney, Sports Editor Tom Brady threw for over 500 yards in Super Bowl LII and hurled three touchdowns with a 58 percent completion percentage and a passer rating of 115; however, Tom Terrific lost. His defense hung him out to dry when he needed them most. SBLII turned out to be a shootout of epic proportions as the Philadelphia Eagles captured their first … Continue reading Benching Butler burns Brady
