Keep calm and march on: Why UMass Lowell’s Marching Band draws such a large crowd

November 21, 2017

The UMass Lowell Marching Band performed at the 2016 Freshman Convocation. (Courtesy of the Lowell Sun) Colin Blackmer Connector Contributor For most, the UMass Lowell is known, primarily, for its engineering discipline and hockey team; there is, however, something else that is arguably just as important to the identity of UMass Lowell. It is the… Read More Keep calm and march on: Why UMass Lowell’s Marching Band draws such a large crowd

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Discussions, donations and hard conversations: How many more until we solve gun control?

October 18, 2017

After the Las Vegas shooting, many are questioning gun control laws and are advocating for change. (Courtesy of iStock) Alex DePalma Connector Contributor I am only 25 years old, but I am already too familiar with the cycle of discussion after a mass shooting. The initial confusion and absence of answers opens a vacuum for… Read More Discussions, donations and hard conversations: How many more until we solve gun control?

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How hockey saved me

October 10, 2017

Managing Editor Hannah Manning credits hockey for helping her get through hard times. (Hannah Manning/Connector) Hannah Manning Connector Editor On New Year’s Eve 2014, I would have traded my college education just to see the United States beat Canada. In hindsight, judging by the state of mania I was in I’d say I came pretty… Read More How hockey saved me

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Welcoming address from the Editor-in-Chief

September 12, 2017

The Connector covered the Women’s March in Boston earlier this year. (Taylor Carito/Connector) Dear students, My name is Taylor Carito and I am the Editor-in-Chief of The Connector. First off, I would like to welcome back all the upperclassmen students returning from summer vacation, as well as welcome all the new students coming to UMass… Read More Welcoming address from the Editor-in-Chief

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Know Your History and Shape the Future

March 7, 2017

President Donald Trump addresses a crowd. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) Alex DePalma UMass Lowell Student Dear editor, I write to remind my fellow students of our obligation to express dissent against the xenophobia, militarism, and economic elitism of the Trump administration. Within a few weeks, the president has confirmed his loyalty to corporate interests by appointing… Read More Know Your History and Shape the Future