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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

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Emerson College’s only independent, student-run newspaper since 1947

The Berkeley Beacon
THE THURSDAY PAPER
Goose performing at MGM Music Hall, Sept. 4, 2024.
Goose delivers radio set in WERS studio while hammering out a three-night run in Boston
As the lights went down at MGM Music Hall on Sept. 2, the opening chords of Goose’s “All I Need” began after the more than 5,000 seat venue shouted—“Goooooooose.”
The Queen of Versailles: A satire on the cruelty of rags to riches
The Queen of Versailles: A satire on the cruelty of rags to riches
“The Queen of Versailles,” starring Kristen Chenoweth with a score by Stephen Schwartz and book by Lindsay Ferrentino, played at Emerson’s Colonial Theatre from Aug. 1 to 25.
The Union Bank Building on Tremont street. (Arthur Mansavage/ Beacon Staff, File)
Here's what to expect at EmersonTogether’s first Community Conversation
Emerson is hosting a “Community Conversation” event Friday at 3 p.m. in the Bill Bordy Theater as part of its early programming for EmersonTogether
The organizers of Tough Luck Fest (L-R): Billie Bentil, Asher Thomas, Olivia Monarch. (Courtesy of Tough Luck Fest)
Tough Luck Fest is Boston’s new rock and roll back-to-school bash
The first Tough Luck Fest will take place at Brighton Music Hall this week and feature 12 alternative, pop punk, and metal acts, including several local artists as well as headliners deathcore band Monochromatic Black and pop punk group Young Culture. 
Somerville band Hush Club to bring Sinclair audience a treat
Somerville band Hush Club to bring Sinclair audience a treat
Fans of Hush Club are in for a sweet treat on Sept. 8 at The Sinclair, and it’s not just the performance.
Trump and Harris engaged in a tense debate on September 10, 2024 (Bryan Hecht / Beacon Staff).
Harris and Trump faced off in their first debate. Here are some key takeaways from the tense night.
At the conclusion of the first presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, campaign surrogates flooded into the spin room in Philadelphia, where 1,000 journalists convened on September 10, 2024 (Bryan Hecht / Beacon Staff)
Inside the spin room surrogates talk debate performance
Ahead of the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris in Philadelphia, Pro-Palestinian protesters and other demonstration grouops took to the streets hoping to have their voices heard by the candidates (Nick Peace / For the Beacon).
Protesters cross paths at Independence Mall ahead of presidential debate
A Emerson College logo on the Ansin Building on Tremont street. (Arthur Mansavage/ Beacon Staff, File)
Letter To The Editor
Letter to the Editor: In response to recent Beacon opinion pieces
We write as a group of faculty and staff concerned about the tenor of Beacon opinion pieces in recent weeks. The regulations of specific time, place, and manner of demonstrations, for any cause, do not violate but actually support freedom of speech.
A student-painted banner hangs above 2B alley pro-Palestine encampments on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. (Photo courtesy of Nick Peace)
Op-Ed
As a student journalist, Emerson’s policies set a dangerous precedent
The alarming implications of Emerson’s latest demonstration policies
Op-Ed
The alarming implications of Emerson’s latest demonstration policies
Protecting free speech and promoting dialogue are what make us Emersonians
Op-Ed
Protecting free speech and promoting dialogue are what make us Emersonians
Photo by Lawrence Johnson / Graphic by Hannah Nguyen
Op-Ed
Can we meme our way to the presidency?
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The alarming implications of Emerson’s latest demonstration policies

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Emerson Board of Trustees announce policy on ‘institutional neutrality and mutual respect’

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Emerson launches initiative to rebuild the community in upcoming academic year

CITY
Celtics 2024 NBA Championship Parade
Nearly one million fans celebrate during Celtics 2024 NBA Championship Parade
The Celtics parade brought all walks of life together throughout the city of Boston, with fans littering the streets in green clothing, confetti, and signs.
CAMPUS
People walking past Emerson College buildings on Boylston Street. (Arthur Mansavage/ Beacon Staff, File)
The college updated its protest policy. Some argue it’s a suppression of free speech.
Emerson unveiled a new initiative, updated its code of conduct, and released an interim policy in August, generating a wave of concern among students, faculty, and staff over free speech.
SPORTS
Team USA dominates Paris 2024
Team USA dominates Paris 2024

The United States took home the most Olympic medals during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, with the majority...

ARTS
Boston Native Barry L. Levy Drives AppleTV+'s series 'Me'
Boston Native Barry L. Levy Drives AppleTV+'s series 'Me'
“Me” is a thrilling ride through middle school mayhem, blending family drama, first crushes, and superpowers into an unforgettable adventure.
Harris accepts Democratic nomination for president: "I know where America belongs."
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Harris accepts Democratic nomination for president: "I know where America belongs."
She makes history as the first Black and Asian American woman to accept a major party presidential nomination.
Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump arrives at a campaign rally in Chesapeake, Va., Friday, June 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
LIVE
Live Updates: The latest on the Trump campaign
Updated: Aug 23, 2024, 6:35 pm
In an unprecedented move, Donald Trump appeared in the spin room in Philadelphia alongside his campaign surrogates addressing reporters following the first presidential debate between him and Kamala Harris on September 10, 2024 (Bryan Hecht / Beacon Staff).
Trump makes unprecedented visit to debate spin room
Trump and Harris faced off in a tense debate in Philadelphia on September 10, 2024 (Bryan Hecht / Beacon Staff).
As it happened: Harris and Trump had a tense first debate. Here's what happened Tuesday.
2024 Democratic National Convention Chicago Live Coverage
Emerson students react to Harris-Walz ticket
PHOTO ESSAYS
A group of women dances through the Japan Festival grounds carrying a mikoshi, a portable shrine, on their shoulders on Boston Common on Sunday, April 28, 2024. (Madla Walsh/Beacon Staff)
Photos: Japan Festival returns to Boston
Valerie Harrison, marketing and communications coordinator at St. Francis House, talks to a guest on Friday, April 5, 2024. (Feixu Chen/Beacon Staff)
Photos: Combating homelessness, ‘one day at a time’
Emerson encampment: A look at connection and chaos
Emerson encampment arrests: A look at moments of connection and chaos
Photos of arrests of 118 protesters at Emerson College
Scenes from the arrests of 108 protesters in the 2B alley
A runner pours a beer over his head right before the finish line to celebrate during the 128th Boston Marathon on Monday, April 15, 2024. (Rian Nelson/Beacon Staff)
Photos: Boston Marathon is more than a ‘race’
KASTEEL WELL
An Instagram post announcing the return of Black Swan for the Spring 2024 semester.
Meet Black Swan, Kasteel Well’s magazine by students, for students
Photos: Kasteel Well students explore Europe on travel break
Kasteel Well students connect with community in Carnival celebration
LIFESTYLE
En la calle con Sofia: Brothers Burger
En la calle con Sofia: Brothers Burger
Dani’s Debrief: Central Perk is the coffee ‘Friend’ everyone needs
En la calle con Sofia: El Rinconcito Colombiano
TITLE IX
Formerly the Title IX office, Emerson's Office of Equal Opportunity will address issues of discrimination, sexual violence and harassment on campus.
Office of Equal Opportunity extends Title IX reach
Sonia Jurado announced as Emerson’s new Title IX coordinator
Emerson officially relocates Office of Access, Equity, and Title IX
COLUMNS
Illustration Kellyn Taylor
Class of 2028, this one’s for you
Advice: How to survive the Ozempic Era
Your first time: don't let these things turn you off
EDITORIALS
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Why is Boston overrated?
Emerson class discussions aren’t as enriching as professors think they are
Editorial: Does Emerson College care about victims and survivors?
LETTERS
Emerson College Student Union demands more financial aid
A parental response to ‘Some students turn to crowdfunding to pay for Emerson education’
Letter from the Editor: By the students, for the students
Letter to the Editor: In response to Cal Mazumder's ‘All burn, no heart’
CAMPUS
President Jay Bernhardt spoke in front of faculty about his plans for the college’s future after the fallout over pro-Palestinian protests and subsequent arrests.
Bernhardt pledges to prioritize enrollment, community building, and Emerson branding
What is Emerson’s interim policy for campus demonstrations? We explain.
Here’s how community members can provide feedback on Emerson’s new initiative and policies
CITY
An Emerson College Police car.
Construction worker dies after falling from scaffolding at Cutler Majestic Theatre, police say
TD Garden erupts in celebration after the Celtics win the 2024 NBA Championship
‘This is not only a celebration, [but] a call to action’: Boston May Day march emphasizes solidarity with Gaza
ARTS
Elijah Brown - Actor / Movement Captain for "Hoops."
The colorful “Hoops” production arrives at The Strand Theater in Boston
Levitate Music and Arts Festival offers a feast for every musical palate
Producer Birk Gran ‘22 talks new ‘throwback’ horror film ‘Dead Whisper’
SPORTS
Softball Coach Phil McElroy nabbed his 500th career victory as the Lions beat UMass Boston 5-1, April 9.
Veteran softball coach pockets 500th win
'Good times never seemed so good': How Fenway’s famous tunes and traditions make it a staple of the city
The Arizona Coyotes relocate to Salt Lake City, bringing NHL to Utah
OBITUARIES
Norman Lear ‘44
‘Everything that Norman did was influenced by humanity’: Friends and fans remember Norman Lear ‘44
‘He was an incredible person’: Colleagues remember Faizan Siddiqui
Late Paramount security guard leaves legacy of dedication
MAGAZINE
Courtesy Ashlyn Richards
The resonating echoes of 9/11 in country music
Monopoly on dreaming: Disillusionment of the American Dream
The rise of MAGA and political extremism