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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.

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 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

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

In the wake of campus turmoil last spring, President Jay Bernhardt pledged to prioritize enrollment,...

What is Emerson’s interim policy for campus demonstrations? We explain.

Emerson College recently updated its policies on campus demonstrations to ensure campus safety, according to the website.

CULTURE

Emerson Hillel holds Seder for Jewish students to begin Passover

Last Monday, around five dozen Jewish students gathered in the Bill Bordy Theater for Emerson Hillel’s Passover Seder, a traditional ritual...

Sophmore duo launches weekly podcast to talk about topics they ‘can’t shut up about’

Southwick Recital takes the stage to kick off Bernhardt’s inauguration festivities

VMA sophomore prepares to compete in the Miss Massachusetts USA pageant

SPORTS

First-year forward Guillermo Gasset Ruiz shoots against Coast Guard on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. (Ashlyn Wang/Beacon Staff)

Men’s basketball falls to Coast Guard in NEWMAC home opener

The Emerson men’s basketball team entered their Thursday afternoon practice less than 24 hours after their NEWMAC opener, where Babson handed...

Emerson’s women’s basketball triumphs against Lesley, 93-54

Emerson Esports offers community, competition, and creative practice

Is Emerson a sports school?

EVENTS

Grace Bickerstaffe, a sophomore at Emerson College, donates books at the Tatte Bakery next to Emerson College on Monday, April 8, 2024. (Feixu Chen/Beacon Staff)

Bringing books and hearts together: On the Same Page Boston

In 2016, Cathryn Edelstein proposed a distinctive initiative to the communication studies department: a program focused on nonprofit communication...

Speech and debate team members make history at international tournament in Dublin

‘Holi's about bringing color into people's lives’: Sathi holds colorful event for Holi

Emerson College’s Teach-in on Sustainability sparks creativity for an environmentally conscious future

PROFILES

‘My students are my family’: Professor Pinkney leaves lasting Emerson legacy

For Emerson professor Scott Pinkney, his proudest accolade is the success of his students.

Dr. Gregory Payne celebrates his 40th anniversary of teaching Emerson ‘change agents’

Roger House becomes the first African American male professor to receive emeritus status

Two major anthologies include Emerson professor Jabari Asim’s words, welcoming Black History Month

COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION

How to give feedback on Emerson College's new initiatives and policies

Here’s how community members can provide feedback on Emerson’s new initiative and policies

The college is inviting community members to be involved in the conversation to “help inform the future of these policies,”

Who are the core leaders behind EmersonTogether?

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

Emerson updates code of community standards, outlining new policies and protocols for upcoming academic year

ORGS

Narcan now available for no cost on campus

This semester, the Emerson chapter of the National Team Awareness Combatting Overdose (TACO) partnered with the Emerson Wellness Center (EWC) to offer Narcan on campus.

PR students partner with local nonprofit serving unhoused veterans

WEBN launches new branches of J-Channel show for Spanish and Mandarin-speaking students

The Social Justice Collaborative to host a two-part disability accessibility workshop series

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