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English Department open mic night

English Department open mic night

(Photo courtesy of: Riley Fontana) “Tabitha Soper shares her short horror story.” Riley Fontana Connector Editor The UMass Lowell English Department has hosted several open mic nights where students are able to share their writing. Their most recent was held on Nov. 16, 2023. This event was organized by the Sigma Tau Delta (the English

Hidden Gems Market shines with thrifty finds

(Photo courtesy of: Alison Parker) “The ACE committee has been dedicated to hosting amazing events for students.” Alison Parker Connector Editor “We’re all students. I’m broke, you’re probably broke— That’s just how it is.” Collin Gallagher, a Junior Finance major and President of UML Association for Campus Events (ACE) believes that supporting thrift culture and

The Filipino Club represents UMass Lowell at Kamayan

(Photo courtesy of: Nate Coady) “The Filipino Club shined at Kamayan hosted by Northeastern University.” Nate Coady Connector Staff On Sunday, Nov. 12, The Filipino Club (TFC) of UMass Lowell participated in Kamayan, an annual cultural performance featuring multiple Filipino clubs from around the New England area. Held in Northeastern University’s Blackman Auditorium, Filipino clubs

UMass Lowell unveils new low to no cost textbooks for students

(Photo courtesy of: The Varsity) “Students struggle to afford textbooks as well as affording classes, housing and everything else.) Jocelyn Dean Connector Contributor The high cost of textbooks has become a major debate across UMass Lowell. Many financially concerned students face hardships at the beginning of each semester, worrying if they will be able to

Dennis Everett Jr comes to UMass Lowell to talk about the importance of restorative justice

(Photo courtesy: Nate Coady) “Dennis Everett Jr. educated students on the importance of restorative justice.” Nate Coady Connector Staff On Tuesday, October 24, Dennis Everett Jr, spoke in Coburn Hall on South Campus as part of the College of Fine Arts and Social Sciences Dean’s Speaker Series. He is the Director of Restorative Justice at

The social lives of transfer students

(Photo courtesy of: UMass Lowell) “Being a transfer student can create its own set of social issues.” Morgan Brooks Connector Contributor The social lives of transfer students appear to differ from those who have been attending UMass Lowell from the beginning of their college education. Transfer students come to UMass Lowell from many schools, including

Connect with God (and in four): Interview with Deacon Mike Mott

(Photo courtesy of UML Catholic Facebook site) “Deacon Mike around campus plays Connect 4 against students as a brief oasis from the busy college day.” Michael Makiej Connector Staff Frequent visitors to O’Leary, McGauvran, or Lydon may already be familiar with something of a campus staple here at UMass Lowell. Sitting at a table filled

When bingo goes glamorous with Gigi Glam

(Photo courtesy of Julie Sage) “Gigi Glam taking center stage showing off one of the prizes offered for Drag Bingo.” Julie Sage Connector Staff “Drag” and “bingo” are not two words commonly heard together, but the Drag Bingo event held on October 11 showed that it should be done more often. The event was run