— Arts & Entertainment, Games —

“Resident Evil Requiem” releases to fanfare

(Photo courtesy of SteamDB. “‘Resident Evil Requiem’ features callbacks to the franchise’s past and unique dual storylines.”) Tristin Henson Connector Editor A couple of weeks ago, Capcom released the next video game chapter in their biggest series: “Resident Evil Requiem.” This is the eleventh game in the main storyline of the Resident Evil series and… Read More “Resident Evil Requiem” releases to fanfare

— Campus Life, On Campus —

Cultivating safety and support on campus

Olivia Descilien Connector Contributor To foster an inclusive and supportive campus environment, the University of Massachusetts Lowell is taking the steps necessary to create a safe space where both students and staff can feel valued, respected and supported.  The university’s commitment is reflected in the five pillars of excellence, specifically prioritizing one of the commitments to create… Read More Cultivating safety and support on campus

— Sports, UMass Lowell —

Connor Hellebuyck leads Team USA to Olympic gold medal

(Photo courtesy of UML Athletics) “Connor Hellebuyck, who played at UMass Lowell, led Team USA to a gold medal.” Evan Wheeler Connector Contributor Connor Hellebuyck, the starting goaltender for the 2026 USA Olympic Ice Hockey team, had the tournament of his life. Backing Team USA to its first gold medal since 1980, when Mike Eruzione… Read More Connor Hellebuyck leads Team USA to Olympic gold medal

— News, UMass Lowell —

Lowell as the first Learning City in the US: UMass Lowell is Taking Advantage of the Classroom Without Walls

(Photo courtesy of https://www.lowellma.gov) “Lowell, Massachusetts, Becomes First U.S. City Named a UNESCO Learning City” Emerson Tully Connector Contributor “Lowell being designated by UNESCO as the first Learning City in the U.S. is a wonderful achievement for the city, UMass Lowell, and all educators in the community. This puts Lowell on the global map as a place where learning, understanding,… Read More Lowell as the first Learning City in the US: UMass Lowell is Taking Advantage of the Classroom Without Walls

— Arts & Entertainment, Movies —

“Iron Lung” drowns the box office

(Image courtesy of ironlung.com. “‘Iron Lung’ follows the harrowing story of a journey at the bottom of a blood sea.”) Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor Mark Fischbach, better known as popular YouTube personality “Markiplier”, made his directorial debut last month with “Iron Lung”, a horror film based on the video game of the same name created…… Read More “Iron Lung” drowns the box office

— Arts & Entertainment, Music —

Red Vox releases “Retcon” and “The New Flesh”

(Image courtesy of Bandcamp. “‘Retcon’ evokes feelings of bitter nostalgia and dreams.”) Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor On January 30, 2026, Staten Island-based indie rock band Red Vox released their sixth studio album, “Retcon”. After teasing listeners with singles released over the past few years and many delays, it has finally come to fruition. The band…… Read More Red Vox releases “Retcon” and “The New Flesh”