(Photo courtesy of Binghamton Athletics) “UMass Lowell lost their recent game against Binghamton despite big AEC hopes.” Jake Messer Connector Editor Last week, the River Hawks fell to Binghamton, 54-66. Another tough loss has the alarm bells ringing for this team as conference play is beginning to heat up as the calendar creeps toward March.… Read More UML Men’s Basketball early season struggles
(Photo courtesy of NPR) “Donald Trump’s immigration policy has caused much division concerning the tactics used.” Collin Gallagher Connector Staff Since President Donald Trump’s recent inauguration, his administration has very quickly enacted a series of stringent immigration policies that have started widespread debate and have raised concern. These measures include attempts to revoke birthright citizenship… Read More UMass Lowell students react to Trump Admin’s immigration policies
(Photo courtesy of NPR) “Trump signing an executive order to end all DEI programs and policies” Tristin Henson Connector Staff Trump signed an executive order that stated diversity, equity, and inclusion policies for recipients of federal grants would end. This executive order caused concern not only among individual students at colleges that received those federal… Read More Trump follows through on his promise to attack universities on DEI
(Photo courtesy of UML Athletics) “The Riverhawks prevailed over Providence.” Jake Messer Connector Editor In the dying seconds of the third period, graduate student Pierson Brandon netted the game-winning goal against the #6 Providence Friars to win 1-0. The goal not only earned the team a tough road win, but it also completed a weekend… Read More River Hawks soar high over Providence
(Photo courtesy of the University of Massachusetts) “UMass Lowell’s campus offers many extracurriculars for students.” Osahuese Ogbesoyen Connector Editor The lives of college students vary depending on the organizations they choose to tie themselves to. Deciding what club best supports your interests and fits your schedule is a pivotal step that shapes your college experience.… Read More The intersection of academics and Greek Life
(Photo courtesy of NBC Boston) “UMass Lowell’s East Campus.” Sameera Jangala Connector Staff I catch a glimpse of my reflection in the windows of East Garage and grimace, hands flying to smooth my disheveled updo and straighten my coat. I stop to survey the finished product and sigh, glasses hanging low on the brim of… Read More Campus observations
(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
(Photo courtesy of flickr) “Justice David Lowy being sworn in.” Michael Makiej Connector Staff On Friday, April 12, 2024, a packed classroom of students waited in Coburn Hall for one of the school’s most exceptional guest speakers to date. Former Justice David Lowy of the Massachusetts State Supreme Judicial Court spoke with students about his… Read More Former MA Justice Lowy visits UMass Lowell
