By Ashleigh Bennett on February 27, 2009
Kris Holloway, author of this semester’s Dean’s Book “Monique and the Mango Rains”, spoke Feb. 18 at UMass. Holloway talked about her experience working with Peace Corps in Mali after college, gave valuable advice to students considering this path, and had advice for students interested in writing.
Posted in Culture Beat | Tagged Dean's Book, peace corps, writers |
By Anshalee Guarnieri on February 13, 2009
quarterlifeCRISiS. From the name of the band, one might expect emo angst and black “guy-liner,” but switch on the band’s debut EP, Jaded Romantic, due out Feb. 14, and prepare to be surprised. Lead singer and rhythm guitarist Andrew Gregory says, “… We try to put this light on [bad situations] to make people realize [...]
Posted in Culture Beat | Tagged music reviews |
By Ashleigh Bennett on February 11, 2009
Chances are if you are reading this, you’re a college student and Godiva truffles and diamonds aren’t in your budget. There are several inexpensive and free things to do that are far more creative than a stuffed pink gorilla wielding a heart from CVS. Trust me, with these ideas you don’t need to buy anyone’s love.
Posted in Offbeat | Tagged campus life |
By The Amherst Wire on February 11, 2009
Photos from Sunday’s game against Saint Joseph’s, featuring live music by the UMass HOOP Band. Produced by Dennis Vandal.
Posted in Campus Beat | Tagged multimedia, sports |
By The Amherst Wire on February 3, 2009
Video by Matt Cadwallader and photos by James Weliver. Read the full write-up at the Daily Collegian: Protesters mark one-year anniversary of Jason Vassell incident.
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