— News, Politics —

Beyond the headlines: A generation takes to the streets in France and Italy

Adelaide Gotti Connector Staff Recent street demonstrations across several cities in France and Italy have drawn attention, not only to the social demands being raised, but also to the persistent gap between mainstream media coverage and the experience of those who participate. What actually happens often differs significantly from the images and narratives that reach… Read More Beyond the headlines: A generation takes to the streets in France and Italy

— Campus Life, On Campus —

Writer Dacia Maraini visits UMass Lowell

(Photo courtesy of Eurochannel) “Dacia Maraini has had a long and successful career writing about her experiences and more.” Aaron Preziosi Connector Editor Renowned Italian writer Dacia Maraini visited UMass Lowell to discuss her most recent book, Vita Mia. Released in 2023, Maraini’s Vita Mia is a deeply personal memoir that explores her childhood experiences… Read More Writer Dacia Maraini visits UMass Lowell

— Sports, UMass Lowell —

Men’s basketball plays in three-game exhibition trip

Jahad Thomas had 20 points for the River Hawks in the team’s first international game. (Courtesy of UMass Lowell Athletics) Kathryn Leeber Connector Staff The men’s basketball team recently traveled to Italy for a 10-day exhibition tournament where they played three games against professional teams, while also taking some time to explore Rome, Florence and… Read More Men’s basketball plays in three-game exhibition trip