This is Lady Gaga’s fifth album since her debut in 2008. (Courtesy of Interscope) Chris Romano Connector Staff It has been three years since the world has last heard a Lady Gaga album, with the exception of her duet album with Tony Bennett, “Cheek to Cheek,” released in 2014. The glam pop ruler has taken a…
Tuition increase effects and benefits for students
James Luong Connector Contributor While talks about tuition-free college and debt-free higher education are brought up in the 2016 election and other aspects of politics, students at UMass Lowell face hardships of raised tuition In July, the Board of Trustees agreed and voted for the decision to raise the tuition for UMass Lowell, along with…
The questions to expect on the 2016 ballot
Jessica Kergo Connector Staff Given the chaotic and unorthodox nature of the 2016 presidential election, it can be easy for voters to lose sight of other important issues on the ballot. Finding oneself in a sea of “yes on” and “no on” at this point in the election cycle can contribute to uncertainty and doubt…
UMass Lowell theatre gleams in ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
Students rehearse the upcoming production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at Comley-Lane Theatre in Mahoney Hall. (Courtesy of Melina Leon) This past April, the world celebrated William Shakespeare’s legacy for the 400th anniversary of his death. For centuries, his works have lived on as iconic models of literature for all genres, and this week UMass…
Students v. Faculty: Can you hear me now?
Michaela Goss Connector Editor In college, students learn to find their voices, and many have said that the support of faculty members has helped them to do so. For the most part, UMass Lowell students and faculty said they have strong relationships. They said the implementation of faculty advisors has helped them become closer and…
‘Westworld’ fascinates as HBO’s new thriller
“Westworld” is a remake of the 1973 film of the same name written by Michael Crichton. (Courtesy of HBO) Kathryn Leeber Connector Staff In the science fiction world, artificial intelligence never seems to work the way scientists want it to. This is true in HBO’s “Westworld,” the latest sci-fi hit revolving around lifelike robots that…
Problems flowing in Lowell canals
Trash and other waste pollute water in the canals of Lowell. (Taylor Carito/ Connector) Gabriel Bettencourt Connector Contributor When the water levels of the Merrimack River in Lowell are at a high point, the Pawtucket Canal which stretches throughout the city is drained to prevent overflows. During this period, locals of the city and students…
