(Photo courtesy of Getty Images) Remote learning rose to prominence during the Covid-19 pandemic that occurred in 2020. Jessica Shomphe Connector Contributor Students in Lowell were fully online from March 2020 until April 2021. This was a trying year for teachers and students alike. In an interview, Shannon Flahive, a third grade teacher from the…
What’s the Point of Thursdays? One students opinion
(Photo courtesy of typecalendar.com) Thursday originates from Thor’s-day, named in honor of Thor, the god of thunder. Jeff Therriault Connector Editor We all seem to be able to grant solid identities to the days of the week: For many people, Mondays are like a smack in the face or a day of grumpiness. Friday is…
Nothing But Thieves releases five EPs and we’re panicking
(Photo Courtesy of Sony Music UK) “Moral Panic” is Nothing but Thieves’ latest studio release. Natalia Gonzalez Connector Staff On Oct. 23, Nothing But Thieves released their second album “Moral Panic”. With catchy drum-ins, dynamic guitar riffs and steady-paced, nearly seductive vocals, their newest album was a great leap from their debut studio album, titled…
Humans of UMass Lowell: Ben Constantini
(Photo courtesy of Emily Teague) Humans of UMass Lowell is a project that aims to bring together the University community by sharing stories and experiences via social media. Emily Teague Connector Staff Freshman music major, Ben Constantini, is looking forward to a career as a musician and music teacher. As a musician, Constantini says he…
Humans of UMass Lowell: A problem free philosophy, the story of Miranda King
(Photo courtesy of Joel Cora) Humans of UMass Lowell is a project that aims to bring together the University community by sharing stories and experiences via social media. Joel Cora Connector Contributor If Miranda King could give her future children any piece of advice, she would tell them not to waste their time trying to…
NFL Week seven recap: New England Patriots blowout New York Jets 54-13
(Photo courtesy of FoxNews.com) Patriots’ quarterback Mac Jones celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the New York Jets Andrew Wilcox Connector Staff The New England Patriots came away with a huge win over the New York Jets on Sunday, Oct. 24, the final score was 54-13. Zach Wilson, the rookie quarterback for the Jets, seemed…
Five international films to revisit in the spirit of Halloween
(Photo courtesy of Next Entertainment World) “Train to Busan” was released on July 22, 2016. Natalia Gonzalez Connector Staff Picture this: It’s Halloween night. The popcorn is popped, the lights are turned off and you and your friends are doing the hardest thing imaginable — trying to find the right scary movie to watch. Between…
A wise freshman: The story of Erreca Victor
(Photo courtesy of Kyle Kelley) Humans of UMass Lowell is a project that aims to bring together the University community by sharing stories and experiences via social media. Kyle Kelley Connector Contributor Two things grind freshman Erecca Victor’s gears: when people leave their backpacks hanging too low on their backs and being interrupted. Victor is…
