Shane Foley Connector Editor A phrase commonly uttered to students at UMass Lowell is that joining an on campus club or organization is one of the best things they could do with their time here. Even James Christopher, student president, admitted in his prestigious speech at Convocation that were it not for his envolvement in…
UMass Lowell students fill seats at Spinners game
Benjamin St. Pierre Connector Staff The Lowell Spinners’ College Night was a success not only in terms of the Mill City victory (Spinners 9, Hudson Valley Renegades 2), but also, with the attendance and atmosphere created by the UMass Lowell students. The Spinners combined solid pitching performances from starter Dakota Smith (5 innings, 1 earned…
Photos: 2016 Lowell Folk Festival
View the slideshow below to see pictures from the 30th annual Lowell Folk Festival, which took place in Downtown Lowell this weekend. (All photos by George DeLuca/Connector)
Insight to athletic prowess of Quidditch players
The UMass Lowell Quidditch team recently performed well at the SNEQC Round Robin, winning every game. (Courtesy of UMass Lowell Quidditch) Taylor Carito Connector Editor As one of UMass Lowell’s newest club sports, the Quidditch team has been radically improving on both a local and national level. Starting with just 12 players, the team has grown…
Photos: 2016 Spring Carnival
Western Education performs as part of WUML’s Spring Showcase at Spring carnival on the South Campus quad. The Only Things and Dead Beggars were also included in the musical festivities. (Marlon Pitter/Connector)
Redefining ‘Refuge’
Cast and crew members performing one last rehearsal before opening night last Wednesday. (Photo courtesy of UMass Lowell Theatre Arts) Jessica Kergo Connector Staff On Wednesday, April 20, actors and stage hands of the UMass Lowell Theatre Arts program held their premiere showcase of the spring semester performance “Refuge” at Comley-Lane Theatre in Mahoney Hall.…
Insight into transfer students
Stephanie Casino Connector Contributor Not all students attend a state university such as UMass Lowell straight out of high school. Many students attend community college and get their associates degree and then proceed to transfer to a state university to get a bachelor or master’s degree. “Adjusting to new obstacles in life can be difficult…
WUML: Making waves
WUML is locaed in the basement of Lydon Library on North Campus (Courtesy of Amanda De Moraes) Amanda De Moraes Connector Contributor It is no secret that UMass Lowell is teeming with clubs and organizations that appeal to almost any interest students may have. WUML, UML’s radio station, is such an organization. However, despite the…
