UMass Lowell Connector Logo

Tag Archives: opinion

The heated debate around candy corn

The heated debate around candy corn

(Photo courtesy of: Better Homes and Gardens) “Candy corn is either loved or hated, there is no in-between.” Morgan Mylon Connector Staff Candy corn is a Halloween delicacy, but only at one time of the year: Halloween. Candy corn features a triangle shape with 3 colors: yellow, orange and white. It is a staple of

Characters from the 2000s era of Cartoon Network shows displayed on a pink and white checkered backdrop. Characters include: (top left to right) Flapjack, Bloo, Buttercup, Ben 10, Courage, (bottom left to right) Ed, Dexter, Mandy, Number 5, and Scooby Doo.

Cartoon Network falters in modern era

(Photo courtesy of: YouTuube) “Many fans are annoyed and disappointed with the new Cartoon Network shows.” Nate Coady Connector Staff My roommate recently started watching “Regular Show” for the first time. I’ve been sitting and watching a few episodes with him here and there and I always forget how hilarious that show is. I love

Student cry for gluten-free dining options

(Photo courtesy of: AllRecipies) “Students want gluten-free pasta, the way there is gluten pasta.” Morgan Mylon Connector Staff Gluten intolerance, otherwise known as celiac disease is a condition that causes your stomach to react when eating gluten, damaging the small intestine. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley, and triticale. Gluten acts like

Revisiting “American Psycho” the novel

(Photo courtesy of: BookMarks Reviews) “The 1991 book is much more intense then the movie.” Alexia Moore Connector Contributor “There wasn’t a clear, identifiable emotion within me, except for greed and, possibly, total disgust. I had all the characteristics of a human being – flesh, blood, skin, hair – but my depersonalization was so intense,

Halloween costumes predictions and advice

(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