(Photo courtesy of: Eulalie Magazine) “Many people are planning to go as some form of Barbie and Ken from the new movie.” Alison Parker Connector Editor With October coming in full swing, the question on everyone’s mind is: “What should I be for Halloween?” For some, this decision is simple—throw on a pair of ears…
Students want covered bike racks
(Photo courtesy of: Zachary Latta-Guiliana) “The bike rack in front of Riverview Suites on south campus.” Zachary Latta-Guiliana Connector Contributor Despite UML’s aims, there are still some areas on campus that sorely need some biking upgrades. UML[NT1] has been trying to increase its biking population for over a decade, with Freewheelers debuting in 2011, and…
UMass Lowell students are freezing in classrooms
(Photo courtesy of: Icehotel) “UMass Lowell students feel like they are staying at ice hotels with the temperature in most classrooms.” Duncan Cowie Connector Editor Walking out of 95-degree Fahrenheit weather into a heavily air-conditioned classroom or lecture hall can feel like a gift from God. The cool breeze making its way out of the…
“Core” by Stone Temple Pilots 31 years later
(Photo courtesy of: The Rolling Stone) “Stone Temple Pilots” are a very large name in grunge music.” Alexia Moore Connector Contributor Grunge music has always had me wrapped around its finger. Often thought of as ‘divorced dad rock,’ it has found its audience in a 21-year-old girl. Albums such as Dirt, Facelift, and Purple dominate…
Dining hall pizza is the highlight of campus dining
(Photo courtesy of: primepizza.la) “Pizza is a popular choice among students for meals and snacks in the dining hall.” Steven O’Hara Connector Editor University of Massachusetts Lowell dining hall options have been and will continue to be a place for criticism and discussion. Many students feel very opinionated about the quality of food and dining…
UMass Lowell and the struggle for efficient transportation
(Photo courtesy of Stantec) “UMass Lowell bus system fails to transport student between campus’ in a timely manner.” Troy Lafond Connector Staff With UMass Lowell being fragmented between three subsections of campus, a strong transportation system is needed to connect its students. The residential East Campus and the STEM and business class-focused North Campus are…
The joy of liking bad media
Photo courtesy of: IMDb (“Ghost Ship” is a well known bad movie) Riley Fontana Connector Editor If there is one thing I am known for it is my controversial opinions on media. I truly enjoy bad media., There is something special about watching a movie everyone said was horrible and finding a nugget of enjoyment in…
The Editor-in-Chief’s farewell to The Connector
Photo courtesy: New Hampshire PBS (The Connector office overlooks the Merrimack river) Troy Lafond Connector Editor I first joined The Connector when I was a freshman in the fall of 2018. Coming into UMass Lowell, I was certain I wanted to be in mechanical engineering. When I became disillusioned with this dream, I needed to…
