(Photo courtesy of UML Athletics) “The Riverhawks prevailed over Providence.” Jake Messer Connector Editor In the dying seconds of the third period, graduate student Pierson Brandon netted the game-winning goal against the #6 Providence Friars to win 1-0. The goal not only earned the team a tough road win, but it also completed a weekend…
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River Hawks soar high over Providence
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(Photo courtesy of 6ABC) “Kansas City and Philadelphia prepare to go head-to-head this Sunday.” Jake Messer Connector Editor The NFL is unlike any other sports league in North America. Before the season kicks off, all 32 teams have the same shot of winning the super bowl, regardless of personnel or coaching. 32 teams tried, but…
Mike Vrabel takes over as Patriots Head Coach
(Photo courtesy of ESPN) “Mike Vrabel will be the Patriots’ 16th Head Coach.” Ryan Valin Connector Staff The New England Patriots used to be the most feared team in the National Football League. However, all good things must come to an end, and since then, fans have seen few signs of life in the team and are…
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Center for Asian American Studies to host forum about the 1991 Paris Peace Accords
Jessica Kergo Connector Staff The Cambodian culture in Lowell, Massachusetts is felt strongly throughout the city and the UMass Lowell community. UMass Lowell shares a city with the second largest Cambodian population in the United States and members of the university are working to support an understanding of the culture and the country’s rich and…
Mitch Shuldman discusses 34-year media career
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“Life is Strange 3: True Colors”: Beloved franchise knocks it out of the park again
(Photo Courtesy of Square Enix) Kaliisha Cole Connector Editor The story-driven, choice game platformer series, “Life is Strange” by Square Enix Studios, has now released a new installment that exceeds all expectations. The game is set apart from the first two games and creates an entirely new atmosphere. In this game, the player is brought…
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Executive orders roll back climate initiatives, raising concerns over impact
(Photo courtesy of Getty Images) “President Trump shows his executive order to leave the Paris Climate Agreement.” Tristin Henson Connector Staff Climate change, also called global warming, is the long-term changes in weather patterns and temperature on Earth due to natural or man-made causes. Due to a greater increase in greenhouse gasses, thanks to man-made…
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South campus construction delays spark reactions from students
(Courtesy of UMass Lowell) “South campus under construction” Tristin Henson Connector Staff South Campus has been known for many things, but most recently, it has had a prominent discussion on construction. More specifically, construction on the lawn in between Weed/McGauvran/O’Leary. Every student who has a class on South Campus is aware of it, as the…
The intersection of academics and Greek Life
(Photo courtesy of the University of Massachusetts) “UMass Lowell’s campus offers many extracurriculars for students.” Osahuese Ogbesoyen Connector Editor The lives of college students vary depending on the organizations they choose to tie themselves to. Deciding what club best supports your interests and fits your schedule is a pivotal step that shapes your college experience.…
Two students’ thoughts on the dining halls
(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell) “Fox Hall is home to one of UMass Lowell’s main dining halls.” Maxwell Valin Connector Editor Every fall semester, one of the most frequent points of discussion among students (new and returning) is the food in the on-campus dining halls. More specifically, the quality of the food, the…
South campus construction delays spark reactions from students
(Courtesy of UMass Lowell) “South campus under construction” Tristin Henson Connector Staff South Campus has been known for many things, but most recently, it has had a prominent discussion on construction. More specifically, construction on the lawn in between Weed/McGauvran/O’Leary. Every student who has a class on South Campus is aware of it, as the…
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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition is a resurrected masterpiece
(Image courtesy of Nintendo.) “Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition revisits a beloved cult classic” Jesse Nguyen Connector Editor Many people may only know of the Xenoblade series after Shulk made his first appearance in “Super Smash Brothers Wii U” and the subsequent success of “Xenoblade Chronicles 1,2, and 3.” There is, however, a game with…
Writers on Campus: UMass Lowell welcomes Phuc Tran
(Photo courtesy of: Maine Magazine) “Phuc Tran will visit UMass Lowell this week to discuss his varied career.” Kimberly Mai Connector Editor Phuc Tran is widely known for his memoir, “Sigh, Gone: A Misfit’s Memoir of Great Books, Punk Rock, and the Fight to Fit In”, being a Latin teacher for over 20 years, a…
Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition is a resurrected masterpiece
(Image courtesy of Nintendo.) “Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition revisits a beloved cult classic” Jesse Nguyen Connector Editor Many people may only know of the Xenoblade series after Shulk made his first appearance in “Super Smash Brothers Wii U” and the subsequent success of “Xenoblade Chronicles 1,2, and 3.” There is, however, a game with…
The Connector’s 2024 Christmas Watchlist
(Image courtesy of IMDB.) “Home Alone is just one of the movies we recommend watching this season.” Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor As the end of the semester draws near, and the holidays come closer, the stress of finals and holiday preparations will slowly, but surely, fade into cheer and relaxation. A festive movie always helps…
Kendrick Lamar’s “GNX”: Watching the Party Die
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Super Bowl Halftime anticipation
(Image courtesy of Variety and pgLang.) “Kendrick Lamar will set the stage amongst others at this year’s Super Bowl. Ryan Valin Connector Staff The Super Bowl is often referred to as “The Biggest Stage”, not only for an athlete but also for a musician. It is considered one of the highest honors as an artist…
“Explosive” comedy, right here in Lowell
(Photo courtesy of James Guiry) “Casey Woods hosts the “Bomb Shelter!” open mic night. James Guiry Connector Contributor “The Bomb Squad” (@bombsquadpresents on Instagram) is a group of local Lowell comedians that run shows around the city. The group consists of Fredo Cruz (@fredoacruz), Sean Delson (@soyboychik), Ren Marquez (@rrenmarquez), and Casey Woods (@caseywootchudoin). I…
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River Hawks soar high over Providence
(Photo courtesy of UML Athletics) “The Riverhawks prevailed over Providence.” Jake Messer Connector Editor In the dying seconds of the third period, graduate student Pierson Brandon netted the game-winning goal against the #6 Providence Friars to win 1-0. The goal not only earned the team a tough road win, but it also completed a weekend…
Super Bowl LIX predictions
(Photo courtesy of 6ABC) “Kansas City and Philadelphia prepare to go head-to-head this Sunday.” Jake Messer Connector Editor The NFL is unlike any other sports league in North America. Before the season kicks off, all 32 teams have the same shot of winning the super bowl, regardless of personnel or coaching. 32 teams tried, but…
River Hawks soar high over Providence
(Photo courtesy of UML Athletics) “The Riverhawks prevailed over Providence.” Jake Messer Connector Editor In the dying seconds of the third period, graduate student Pierson Brandon netted the game-winning goal against the #6 Providence Friars to win 1-0. The goal not only earned the team a tough road win, but it also completed a weekend…