(Photo courtesy of: University of the People) “Reading brings joy to many people.” Eric Schultz Connector Editor Now that I’m finally doing it consistently, I believe that there is a lot of value in reading as a hobby. Previously, I would take months to read just one book and then take months long breaks in…
Bite sized science: Charlotte the sting ray
(Photo courtesy of: KELOLAND.com) “Charlotte the sting ray.” Suhani Karki Connector Contributor In a North Carolina aquarium, a round stingray is opening dialogues around reproduction after she seemingly became pregnant from a white-spotted bamboo shark. This stingray named Charlotte will be giving birth to four pups, without ever having been in the presence of another…
Advice on finding good tattoo artists
(Photo courtesy of: CanMan) “Authors tigh tattoo.” Riley Fontana Connector Editor I have been getting tattoos since I turned 18, and currently have seven. Because of the amount of tattoos I have, many people ask me about my experiences: the pain scale, costs, how to find a good artist and more. I am here to…
Movie Theater manners no long exist
(Photo courtesy of: Eater NY) “People are unable to respect movie theaters anymore.” Riley Fontana Connector Editor In the past month, I have seen exactly two movies in theaters, “Argylle” and “Lisa Frankenstein” to be exact, and maybe my movie choices play into the audiences I am experiencing, but people have been exceptionally rude during…
UMass Lowell announces new two factor authenticity
(Photo courtesy of: Office 360 Reports) “Microsoft Authenticity is the newest in two factor authentication at Umass Lowell.” Riley Fontana Connector Editor On Wednesday, February 14, 2024, UMass Lowell IT sent out an email saying the school was leaving Duo Mobile and opting for Microsoft Authenticator to have students and staff log into their accounts.…
The importance of please and thank you
(Photo courtesy of: Frank Sonnenberg Online) “Manners seem to be disappearing from college kids.” Riley Fontana Connector Editor I feel like my generation of college students has lost basic manners. I rarely see people saying please and thank you to anyone, especially their friends. I was raised to always extend the courtesy of please and…
How bad is snow day parking at UMass Lowell?
(Photo courtesy of: UMass Lowell) “Snow creates dangerous conditions for everyone.” Sarah Burnikell Connector Editor In the past month, there have been a few snowstorms that have made it hard to make it to campus and even walk on campus, but nothing is harder than trying to park and walk to class when the parking…
UMass Lowell has major issues with parking for students
(Photo courtesy of: UMass Lowell) “Students already pay for parking passes so why do they also have to pay lot fees?” Riley Fontana Connector Editor College is expensive, and parking on campus is an added luxury. So, I really want to know why a parking pass does not allow students to park wherever they want…
