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Incident Journal: ECPD destroys contraband seized by HRE staff
Anthony Pinder, left, vice provost of internationalization and equity, and Shaya Gregory Poku, right, vice president for equity and social justice, host a keynote discussion on equity in internationalization as a part of Emerson International Education Week.
Pinder and Poku talk equity and diversity in study abroad programs at keynote event
Student support surges for Emerson Union for Resident Assistants amid recognition denial
Student support surges for Emerson Union for Resident Assistants amid recognition denial
Senior guard Ella Bushee (#11) goes for a layup against Endicott on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023.
Women’s basketball falls to Endicott, 76-69
Senior guard Trevor Arico (5) shoots against Salem State on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.
Men’s basketball wins home opener, falls at Suffolk for 2-3 start
Boston City Council takes a stance on issues ranging from voting rights to income equality
Boston City Council takes a stance on issues ranging from voting rights to income equality
A vote sign near the Boston Common.
Boston City Council Election Day voting turnout shows decrease from last year
Boston City Council makes strides to address the Mass and Cass crisis
Boston City Council makes strides to address the Mass and Cass crisis
Protesters chant against Kamala Harris outside the Ritz-Carlton hotel during the vice presidents visit to Boston on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023.
Inside and Outside the Ritz Carlton: Kamala Harris’ Boston Visit
Campaign signs hang from the street lamps outside of the Chinatown YMCA where voters cast their ballots.
New faces set to join Boston City Council
Formerly the Title IX office, Emersons Office of Equal Opportunity will address issues of discrimination, sexual violence and harassment on campus.
Office of Equal Opportunity extends Title IX reach
The Title IX office has been located within the Social Justice Center since 2014 after an external group of lawyers examined the colleges Title IX policies and practices.
Sonia Jurado announced as Emerson’s new Title IX coordinator
Emersons Title IX office.
Emerson officially relocates Office of Access, Equity, and Title IX
Presidential Working Group sends final report to Pelton
Presidential Working Group sends final report to Pelton
Title IX working group takes questions before finalizing recommendations
Title IX working group takes questions before finalizing recommendations
Senior guard Ella Bushee (#11) goes for a layup against Endicott on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023.
Women’s basketball falls to Endicott, 76-69
Senior guard Trevor Arico (5) shoots against Salem State on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.
Men’s basketball wins home opener, falls at Suffolk for 2-3 start
A type of neck guard players have adopted following Adam Johnsons death. Illustration by Rachel Choi.
NHL neck guards: the hazards of just skating by
Senior midfielder Simone Barragan-Shaw (16) scores the game-winning goal against Coast Guard in the 2023 NEWMAC Semifinals.
Senior spotlights: Women’s soccer seniors were “iconic” and shaped the program
The Emerson mens basketball team visited the Cambridge Basketball Lab on Wednesday, Nov. 8. (Photo courtesy of Matt Meyersohn)
Men’s basketball supports youth basketball camp in Cambridge
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Domestic womens’ sports deserve more support
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Nothing could have prepared me for the Kasteel Well culture shock
Illustration by Kellyn Taylor.
Growing up with the Gilmore Girls
Illustration by Hailey Akau.
Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana—Bad Bunny’s journey through evolving trap
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Emerson class discussions aren’t as enriching as professors think they are
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Emerson class discussions aren’t as enriching as professors think they are
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Editorial: Does Emerson College care about victims and survivors?
Illustration by Rachel Choi
Spicy Wings and Spicier Questions: The Beacon Takes on Hot Ones Challenge
Should we have school spirit?
Should we have school spirit?
Illustration by Rachel Choi
Editorial: Emerson College presents: a convincing performance of inclusivity
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Domestic womens’ sports deserve more support
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Nothing could have prepared me for the Kasteel Well culture shock
Illustration by Kellyn Taylor.
Growing up with the Gilmore Girls
Illustration by Hailey Akau.
Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana—Bad Bunny’s journey through evolving trap
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Mourning Adam Johnson: Why is safety in professional sports not taken seriously?
Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: the Hunger Games genesis
Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: the Hunger Games genesis
Alexander Payne transports and transcends Boston in The Holdovers
Alexander Payne transports and transcends Boston in “The Holdovers”
Where Dancing Meets Dreaming: Emerson Urban Dance Theater’s REM
Where Dancing Meets Dreaming: Emerson Urban Dance Theater’s REM
One night only: Lauren Graham at the Wilbur
One night only: Lauren Graham at the Wilbur
For and by the fans: ‘Five Nights At Freddy’s’ breaks records
For and by the fans: ‘Five Nights At Freddy’s’ breaks records
Photo courtesy of EGDC Image Gallery
Emerson Game Development Club: A Great Community for Aspiring Developers
7 things to do in Greater Boston during Thanksgiving break
7 things to do in Greater Boston during Thanksgiving break
Courtesy: Lindy Lin Photography
Liz Moody’s ‘100 Ways To Change Your Life’ is the handbook to health and happiness
‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ offers fans the rare opportunity to simulate her concert in the theater
‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ offers fans the rare opportunity to simulate her concert in the theater
More than mischief: Loki returns in second season of Disney+ series
More than mischief: Loki returns in second season of Disney+ series
Courtesy: Brian Basgen
‘He was an incredible person’: Colleagues remember Faizan Siddiqui
Late Paramount security guard leaves legacy of dedication
Late Paramount security guard leaves legacy of dedication
Courtesy: EmersonToday
‘It’s an immeasurable loss’: Emerson remembers Maureen Shea
Bill Alexs yearbook photo in The Emersonian, 1966.
‘Born communicator’ from class of 1966 leaves behind journalism scholarship
Former Lions volleyball player Kat Westbrook accumulated 151 kills and 58 digs in the 2012 season.
Remembering former Lions volleyball player Kat Westbrook
Photo: Hailey Akau
Allston Christmas: The communal yard sale nobody asked for
Photos by Ashlyn Wang
Unraveling the Sustainable Threads of Denim Culture
Illustration: Rachel Choi
Picking Up After College Kids: Environmental Sustainability Efforts at Emerson
Photo: Hailey Akau
Colonization’s toll on Hawaiʻi: Lahaina’s devastation and the fight for Indigenous resilience
Illustration: Meg Richards
Why can’t I wish upon a star in Boston?
“You know I love this city more than anything,” she said. “I’m never going to stop fighting for this city that I love. I’m never going to stop fighting for the people that I love.”
Our thoughts on progressive Democrat Michelle Wu being sworn into office
Boston Marathon electrifies city after 910 day absence
Boston Marathon electrifies city after 910 day absence
Photo of Helina Yared (middle) and her teammates, Nia Cooper (left) and Rachel Tarby (right), after practice.
Meghan Markle’s explosive interview, and Emerson’s new inclusivity-based cheerleading squad
Richard Fucillo in front of the MA statehouse.
A Lion Speaks Tonight — Episode 04: Richard Fucillo
Margot Wood 08, founder of Epic Reads and author of Fresh.
A Lion Speaks Tonight — Episode 03: Margot Wood
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Incident Journal: ECPD destroys contraband seized by HRE staff
By Hannah Nguyen, News Editor
November 28, 2023

The Emerson College Police Department provides the Incident Journal to The Beacon every week. Beacon...

ECSU discusses rally to protest union-busting during Nov. 15 meeting
ECSU discusses rally to protest union-busting during Nov. 15 meeting
By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer
November 20, 2023

On Wednesday, Emerson College Students’ Union (ECSU) met to discuss various issues, including...

Student support surges for Emerson Union for Resident Assistants amid recognition denial
Student support surges for Emerson Union for Resident Assistants amid recognition denial
SGA proposes giveback fund policy and supports RA union
SGA proposes giveback fund policy and supports RA union
By Sofia Waldron, Beacon Correspondent
November 20, 2023

The Student Government Association voted unanimously to propose the giveback fund policy and a proposed resolution to support the RA...

Opinion
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Domestic womens’ sports deserve more support
By Ella Duggan, Beacon Staff
November 15, 2023
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Nothing could have prepared me for the Kasteel Well culture shock
By Rumsha Siddiqui, Kasteel Well Bureau Chief
November 15, 2023
Illustration by Kellyn Taylor.
Growing up with the Gilmore Girls
By Merritt Hughes, Staff Writer
November 15, 2023
Illustration by Hailey Akau.
Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana—Bad Bunny's journey through evolving trap
By Shannon Garrido, Editor-in-chief
November 8, 2023
Campus
An Emerson College Police car.
Incident Journal: ECPD destroys contraband seized by HRE staff
By Hannah Nguyen, News Editor
November 28, 2023

The Emerson College Police Department provides the Incident Journal to The Beacon every week. Beacon staff edit the Incident Journal for style...

Anthony Pinder, left, vice provost of internationalization and equity, and Shaya Gregory Poku, right, vice president for equity and social justice, host a keynote discussion on equity in internationalization as a part of Emerson International Education Week.
Pinder and Poku talk equity and diversity in study abroad programs at keynote event
November 28, 2023
Senior guard Ella Bushee (#11) goes for a layup against Endicott on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023.
Women’s basketball falls to Endicott, 76-69
November 22, 2023
Senior guard Trevor Arico (5) shoots against Salem State on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.
Men’s basketball wins home opener, falls at Suffolk for 2-3 start
November 22, 2023
City
Boston City Council takes a stance on issues ranging from voting rights to income equality
Boston City Council takes a stance on issues ranging from voting rights to income equality
By Iselin Bratz and DJ Mara
November 27, 2023

The Boston City Council took up consequential items at its meeting on Nov. 15. Discussion topics included expanding voting rights, welcoming...

A vote sign near the Boston Common.
Boston City Council Election Day voting turnout shows decrease from last year
November 15, 2023
Boston City Council makes strides to address the Mass and Cass crisis
Boston City Council makes strides to address the Mass and Cass crisis
November 15, 2023
Protesters chant against Kamala Harris outside the Ritz-Carlton hotel during the vice presidents visit to Boston on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023.
Inside and Outside the Ritz Carlton: Kamala Harris’ Boston Visit
November 14, 2023
Lifestyle
Photo courtesy of EGDC Image Gallery
Emerson Game Development Club: A Great Community for Aspiring Developers
By Solomon Browne
November 15, 2023

Game development is often assumed to be an intense coding job in an industry riddled with crunch time and math. However, the Emerson Game Development...

7 things to do in Greater Boston during Thanksgiving break
7 things to do in Greater Boston during Thanksgiving break
November 14, 2023
Courtesy: Lindy Lin Photography
Liz Moody's '100 Ways To Change Your Life' is the handbook to health and happiness
November 1, 2023
‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ offers fans the rare opportunity to simulate her concert in the theater
‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ offers fans the rare opportunity to simulate her concert in the theater
October 29, 2023
Arts
Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: the Hunger Games genesis
Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: the Hunger Games genesis
By Clara Faulkner, Managing Editor and Living Arts Editor
November 26, 2023

Spoiler Warning Step back into the dystopian embrace of Panem as Suzanne Collins crafts a prequel that not only rivals its successors but...

Alexander Payne transports and transcends Boston in The Holdovers
Alexander Payne transports and transcends Boston in "The Holdovers"
November 16, 2023
Where Dancing Meets Dreaming: Emerson Urban Dance Theater’s REM
Where Dancing Meets Dreaming: Emerson Urban Dance Theater’s REM
November 16, 2023
One night only: Lauren Graham at the Wilbur
One night only: Lauren Graham at the Wilbur
November 13, 2023
Title IX
Formerly the Title IX office, Emersons Office of Equal Opportunity will address issues of discrimination, sexual violence and harassment on campus.
Office of Equal Opportunity extends Title IX reach
By Adri Pray, Editor-at-large
September 7, 2022

The Office of Equal Opportunity will expand the scope of responsibility of the former Office of Title IX following its absorption of the office...

The Title IX office has been located within the Social Justice Center since 2014 after an external group of lawyers examined the colleges Title IX policies and practices.
Sonia Jurado announced as Emerson’s new Title IX coordinator
April 5, 2022
Emersons Title IX office.
Emerson officially relocates Office of Access, Equity, and Title IX
January 17, 2022
Presidential Working Group sends final report to Pelton
Presidential Working Group sends final report to Pelton
February 25, 2021
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Senior guard Ella Bushee (#11) goes for a layup against Endicott on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023.
Women’s basketball falls to Endicott, 76-69
By Jordan Pagkalinawan, Sports Editor
November 22, 2023
Senior guard Trevor Arico (5) shoots against Salem State on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.
Men’s basketball wins home opener, falls at Suffolk for 2-3 start
November 22, 2023
A type of neck guard players have adopted following Adam Johnsons death. Illustration by Rachel Choi.
NHL neck guards: the hazards of just skating by
November 19, 2023
Senior midfielder Simone Barragan-Shaw (16) scores the game-winning goal against Coast Guard in the 2023 NEWMAC Semifinals.
Senior spotlights: Women’s soccer seniors were “iconic” and shaped the program
November 15, 2023
The Emerson mens basketball team visited the Cambridge Basketball Lab on Wednesday, Nov. 8. (Photo courtesy of Matt Meyersohn)
Men’s basketball supports youth basketball camp in Cambridge
November 15, 2023
Thoughts
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Domestic womens’ sports deserve more support
By Ella Duggan, Beacon Staff
November 15, 2023

New Zealand and Australia hosted the FIFA Women’s World Cup from July to August this year. The atmosphere was electric. Fans showed up in droves...

Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Nothing could have prepared me for the Kasteel Well culture shock
November 15, 2023
Illustration by Kellyn Taylor.
Growing up with the Gilmore Girls
November 15, 2023
Illustration by Hailey Akau.
Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana—Bad Bunny's journey through evolving trap
November 8, 2023
Editorials
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Emerson class discussions aren’t as enriching as professors think they are
By Editorial Board
November 8, 2023

Opinions expressed in Beacon Op-Eds are not necessarily shared by the entire staff. It is the responsibility of Opinion editors to elevate each...

Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Editorial: Does Emerson College care about victims and survivors?
October 25, 2023
Illustration by Rachel Choi
Spicy Wings and Spicier Questions: The Beacon Takes on Hot Ones Challenge
October 2, 2023
Should we have school spirit?
Should we have school spirit?
September 20, 2023
Letters
Letter to the editor
By Shaw Israel Izikson
October 30, 2023

To the editor, In a recent article in The Chronicle of Higher Learning, former Marlboro College Trustee Dena S. Davis wrote in her article "When...

Letter from the editor
October 18, 2023
The Little Building residence hall.
Letter from the Editor: On the insensitive coverage of campus tragedies
February 10, 2023
An Open Letter to Emerson’s Social Media Manager
An Open Letter to Emerson’s Social Media Manager
January 25, 2023
Columns
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Looking back: Advice for incoming freshmen and sophomores
By Maddie Barron and Maddie Khaw
April 26, 2023

Dear Maddies, How has this year been for you both, navigating through freshman and sophomore year? What’s your crash course to surviving...

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ADVICE: How do I know if someone is right for me?
April 19, 2023
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ADVICE: How do I become comfortable with solitude?
April 12, 2023
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ADVICE: How do I cope with imposter syndrome?
April 5, 2023
Photo: Hailey Akau
Magazine
Allston Christmas: The communal yard sale nobody asked for
By Derek DiTomasso
November 8, 2023

  For some, Allston Christmas is the most resourceful time of the year. There’s college kids moving in and out, and seemingly everyone...

Photos by Ashlyn Wang
Unraveling the Sustainable Threads of Denim Culture
November 8, 2023
Illustration: Rachel Choi
Picking Up After College Kids: Environmental Sustainability Efforts at Emerson
November 8, 2023
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