(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell website) “An overview shot of UMass Lowell’s East campus.” Kyra Barry Connector Editor As the new academic year starts, welcoming the bulk of new students, UMass Lowell also welcomes a variety of new changes that the student body can expect to interact with. Speaking of new students, this fall saw…
Afrowrld takes over the turf
(Photo courtesy of Julie Sage) “People enjoying Afrowrld.” Julie Sage Connector Staff On Friday, Sept. 15, music blasted and lights flashed across the Campus Recreational Center (CRC) Turf for hours. Students walking by could see many people lined up in front of the Rec Center and others scattered across the turf, dancing or playing lawn…
What to expect from the upcoming Spring Carnival
(Photo courtesy of Marlon Pitter) “Alexandra Wright, Robert Joyce keep their eyes on the target at the 2016 Spring Carnival.” Nate Coady Connector Staff On April 20, UMass Lowell’s Association for Campus Events (ACE) will be hosting the annual spring carnival on the South Campus Riverview Field from 7-10 p.m. to close out spring week.…
What are the benefits of intramural sports?
(Photo courtesy UMass Lowell website) “Intramural sports can have a lot of positive benefits and it is definitely worth a shot.” Shaan Baid Connector Contributor Intramural sports can be a fun and engaging way of allowing students to get out of their comfort zone and get exposure to college life. Classes and schoolwork can be…
Many students frustrated with large population increase at Recreational Center this year
Photo courtesy: Brian Beasley (The Recreational Center has been flooded with students this year.) Brian Beasley Connector Contributor This academic school year, 2022-23, UMass Lowell students have noticed an increase in the population at the Campus Recreation Center on East Campus and are becoming frustrated with the inability to properly complete their workouts. When asked…
What types of foods do UMass Lowell students prefer?
(Photo courtesy of Eggroll Cafe website) “A popular drink at Eggroll Cafe is their boba tea.” Rosemeen Khalifa Connector Contributor Many students on and off campus at UMass Lowell take advantage of food services at the dining commons. However, there are many who prefer a wider variety of diverse food options and instead opt out…
Students get free clothing at Student Society for Sustainability’s upcoming Thrift Day
(Photo courtesy of Berkeley Economic Review) “Thrifting is a great step in being sustainable.” Madison Rowley Connector Contributor The Student Society for Sustainability is excited to host their second Thrift Day event on April 14 from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in University Crossing. All students are welcome to attend this event and select clothing…
Get ready for Rumba Latina
(Photo courtesy of liveabout.com) “LASA will be teaching dancing which is important to Latin culture.” Valentina Munoz Roa Connector Staff Rumba Latina run by the Latin American Student Association is taking place April 6, 2023, at 7pm at Moloney Hall in University Crossing. It will honor every Latin nation and culture through an all-inclusive event.…