(Photo courtesy of LAfire.help) “Donnelly’s website has gained the attention of over 300,000 visitors.” Maxwell Valin Connector Editor In January 2025, a sudden surge of devastating wildfires ravaged coastal communities surrounding Los Angeles, California. Dozens of residents were killed, entire neighborhoods were wiped from existence, and historical landmarks were erased from where they once stood.…
Student Spotlight: Osa Woghiren, pre-med
(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell) “UML’s north campus is home to its STEM program.” Osahuese Ogbesoyen Connector Editor A comment asked to nearly everyone growing up is: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The answer can change from childhood to adulthood. Osa Woghiren, a student at UMass Lowell, found her journey…
A student makes history: Marlis Occliant
(Photo courtesy of Collin Gallagher) Collin Gallagher Connector Staff At UMass Lowell, there are so many students with inspiring stories, and among them is Marlis Occliant, a senior industrial engineering major who has just made history as the first Black woman to graduate from her degree path at the university. Her journey, filled with perseverance,…
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.…
Happy Diwali! SASA celebrates on campus with Diya Decorating event
(Photo courtesy of UML South Asian Student Association) “Two members of SASA show off their diyas.” Sameera Jangala Connector Contributor As we don our costumes and trick-or-treat this Halloween, members of the Hindu community will be celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights. Diwali is a time spent with loved ones, honoring the triumph of good…
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…
Students Give Recommendations For Food & Study
(Photo courtesy of the Lowell Sun) “UMass Lowell’s campus offers a variety of study and food locations for students.” Maxwell Valin Connector Editor It’s the beginning of another semester, and with that comes much curiosity from freshmen and transfer students about what exactly this campus (and city) has to offer behind the immediate…
Greek Life walks a mile to raise awareness (with a twist)
(Photo courtesy of Emma Hiltz) “Greek Life students met outside University Suites to spread a message.” Maxwell Valin Connector Editor This past Friday, September 20th, members of the UMass Lowell Greek Life community met at the University Suites on East Campus to kick off what has become an annual event in the Walk…
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