(Photo courtesy of: the Epic) “Many students are reporting higher levels of seasonal depression and can struggle to handle it on their own.” Riley Fontana Connector Editor To say any of my friends or I are thriving would be a lie, all of us are struggling. While, yes, we are college kids and are always…
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…
An ode to pumpkin chai
(Photo courtesy of: CNBC) “Pumpkin chai is the highlight of the fall drink menu.” Riley Fontana Connector Editor Everyone needs one small thing to look forward to to help get them through the semester. For some this is knowing they can go home soon, they have a concert coming up after finals or even just…
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…
UMass Lowell students are freezing in classrooms
(Photo courtesy of: Icehotel) “UMass Lowell students feel like they are staying at ice hotels with the temperature in most classrooms.” Duncan Cowie Connector Editor Walking out of 95-degree Fahrenheit weather into a heavily air-conditioned classroom or lecture hall can feel like a gift from God. The cool breeze making its way out of the…
