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A student makes history: Marlis Occliant

A student makes history: Marlis Occliant

(Photo courtesy of Collin Gallagher) Collin Gallagher Connector Staff At UMass Lowell, there are so many students with inspiring stories, and among them is Marlis Occliant, a senior industrial engineering major who has just made history as the first Black woman to graduate from her degree path at the university. Her journey, filled with perseverance,

South campus construction delays spark reactions from students

(Courtesy of UMass Lowell) “South campus under construction” Tristin Henson Connector Staff South Campus has been known for many things, but most recently, it has had a prominent discussion on construction. More specifically, construction on the lawn in between Weed/McGauvran/O’Leary. Every student who has a class on South Campus is aware of it, as the

The intersection of academics and Greek Life

(Photo courtesy of the University of Massachusetts) “UMass Lowell’s campus offers many extracurriculars for students.” Osahuese Ogbesoyen Connector Editor The lives of college students vary depending on the organizations they choose to tie themselves to. Deciding what club best supports your interests and fits your schedule is a pivotal step that shapes your college experience.

“My brain makes me feel like nothing is okay”: Seasonal depression at UMass Lowell

(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell) “A message of hope from UMatter at UMass Lowell seen on North Campus” Sabine Laurent de Cannon  Connector Editor “My brain makes me feel like nothing is okay. It feels very debilitating and lonely. It feels like everything is wrong even though it isn’t.” Ashley Laleau, a junior psychology student

Writer Dacia Maraini visits UMass Lowell

(Photo courtesy of Eurochannel) “Dacia Maraini has had a long and successful career writing about her experiences and more.” Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor Renowned Italian writer Dacia Maraini visited UMass Lowell to discuss her most recent book, Vita Mia. Released in 2023, Maraini’s Vita Mia is a deeply personal memoir that explores her childhood experiences

Happy Diwali! SASA celebrates on campus with Diya Decorating event

(Photo courtesy of UML South Asian Student Association) “Two members of SASA show off their diyas.” Sameera Jangala Connector Contributor As we don our costumes and trick-or-treat this Halloween, members of the Hindu community will be celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights. Diwali is a time spent with loved ones, honoring the triumph of good

Two students’ thoughts on the dining halls

(Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell) “Fox Hall is home to one of UMass Lowell’s main dining halls.”   Maxwell Valin Connector Editor   Every fall semester, one of the most frequent points of discussion among students (new and returning) is the food in the on-campus dining halls. More specifically, the quality of the food, the

“A Damn Shame” is a haven for music lovers

(Photo courtesy of Adam O’Donnell/A Damn Shame Records) “Owner and proprietor Adam O’Donnell frequently posts with his new arrivals” Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor Music is a part of everyone’s life, whether it’s rock & roll, hip hop, R&B, EDM, metal, punk, grunge, easy listening, soul, jazz, or anything in-between. Digital outlets are more popular than