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Commuters board the Orange Line at the Ruggles MBTA station. Photo by Saichand Chowdary / Mass Media Staff.
Mayor Michelle Wu creates TikTok series highlighting the MBTA
Jennifer Phan, News Editor • March 18, 2024

Boston’s Mayor Michelle Wu has a TikTok account, which has recently been posting a new series of videos. The series, highlighting the MBTA transit system, focuses on Mayor Wu’s commute with Boston residents, as they travel using various parts of the...

Pulling back the curtain on ‘Radium Girls’
Ahaan Gore, Contributor • March 18, 2024

D.W. Gregory’s play, "Radium Girls" will open April 4 at the University Hall theater. The play is based on the real-life story of female factory...

Equal pay in Boston: Bridging the gender wage gap
Mercy Moncada, Opinions Writer • March 18, 2024

Boston’s legacy is steeped in inclusivity and progressiveness, from its pivotal role in the American Revolution to its stance as a free state prior to the American Civil War. However, despite this rich history, Boston still deals with significant challenges,...

Construction workers build the stairs outside of Healey Library. Photo by Olivia Reid / Photography Editor.
Student housing crisis takes priority over elementary school
Bella O'Neill-Dooley, Contributing Writer • March 18, 2024

It’s that time of year again! All the freshmen students here at UMass Boston are scrambling to find a place to live next year and Lord knows...

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Women’s lacrosse huddles together at a recent home game. Photo by Dong Woo Im / Mass Media Staff.
Women’s lacrosse continues their learning journey
Smiti Nemane, Sports Writer • March 18, 2024

After their collegiate debut, UMass Boston’s Women’s Lacrosse team went up against the Fitchburg State Falcons. Even though the Beacons are...

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