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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

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Newton family to host ‘Rebuild the Hostage Wall’ following vandalization

Newton family to host ‘Rebuild the Hostage Wall’ following vandalization

By Margaux Jubin, Staff Writer / April 6, 2024
On Oct. 27, Newton residents Jeffrey and Miriam Kosowsky put up a 100-foot-long wall of the 240 hostages taken captive by Hamas on Oct. 7. After months of remaining intact, their poignant tribute was vandalized last month in what authorities are currently investigating as a hate crime, said Kosowsky.
Members of WEBN-TV Boston, Emerson College's student-run broadcast news organization, produce their Mandarin J-Channel shows every Tuesday. (Feixu Chen/Beacon Staff)

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

By Sam Shipman, Staff Writer / April 3, 2024

WEBN, Emerson’s student-run broadcast station, launched two new versions of its J-Channel broadcast show in Spanish and Mandarin.  The new broadcasts...

Olivia Rodrigo “GUTS” world tour in Boston

Olivia Rodrigo brings her paralyzing thrill of ‘GUTS’ to Boston

By Clara Faulkner / April 3, 2024
From sequins to seduction, Olivia Rodrigo brought her “GUTS” world tour to Boston for two sold-out consecutive stops at TD Garden.
Why college students should buy plants

Why college students should buy plants

By Merritt Hughes, Co-Opinion Editor / April 1, 2024
College can be a rough transition period for a lot of new freshmen—myself included—especially if you are a plane ride away from home.
Emerson Professor Scott Pinkney

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

By Bridget Frawley, Staff Writer / March 20, 2024
For Emerson professor Scott Pinkney, his proudest accolade is the success of his students.
Biden details policy agenda for a second term at State of the Union

Biden details policy agenda for a second term at State of the Union

By DJ Mara, Assistant News Editor / March 9, 2024
Amid the fanfare of handshakes, selfies, and chants of  “Four More Years,” President Joe Biden entered the House Chamber for his third State of the Union address on Thursday, March 8. 
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Letter to the Editor: Faculty and Staff for Justice in Palestine stands in solidarity

By Faculty and Staff for Justice in Palestine, Guest Author / March 6, 2024

On Feb. 28, the Berkeley Beacon published a “Letter to the Editor” from Anna Feder, Emerson’s head of Film Exhibition and Festival Programs,...

Emerson Staff Union requests voluntary recognition from college for two new bargaining units

Emerson Staff Union requests voluntary recognition from college for two new bargaining units

By Olivia LeDuc / March 6, 2024
The Emerson Staff Union (ESU) has requested the college voluntarily recognize staff in Financial Aid and Student Accounts as union members.
‘Dune: Part Two’ Directed by Denis Villeneuve

‘Dune: Part Two’ saga expands with new depths and real-world themes

By Clara Faulkner / February 28, 2024

This article contains spoilers. Prepare to be immersed again in Frank Herbert’s “Dune: Part Two.” Director Denis Villeneuve delivers a cinematic...

En La Calle Con Sofia: Taqueria Jalisco Boston

En La Calle Con Sofia: Taqueria Jalisco

By Sofia Waldron / February 28, 2024
The first thing Mamá taught me to cook in her de facto culinary school was the perfect plate of rice and beans.
Katrina Kusa, a sophomore VMA major at Emerson College, is preparing for the Miss Massachusetts USA pageant. (Yufei Meng/Beacon Staff)

VMA sophomore prepares to compete in the Miss Massachusetts USA pageant

By Bridget Frawley, Staff Writer / February 21, 2024

Scrolling through TikTok in the car, Katrina Kusa saw a video about the Miss Massachusetts USA beauty pageant. She turned to her mom and asked if she thought...

Dr. Gregory Payne, chair of the Communication Studies Department, is in his office during an interview with the Berkeley Beacon, where he reflects on his 40th anniversary teaching at Emerson and the years ahead. (DJ Mara/Beacon Staff)

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

By DJ Mara / February 21, 2024

Dr. Gregory Payne, chair of the Communication Studies Department, celebrated his 40th anniversary of teaching at Emerson College earlier this month, a...

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‘The Dynasty: New England Patriots’ immortalizes the Pats’ glory days

By Rumsha Siddiqui, Sports Editor / February 20, 2024

If you’re a devastated New England Patriots fan lamenting the team’s glory days, especially after Head Coach Bill Belichick’s departure, get ready...

Emerson VMA major captures weddings on film

Emerson VMA major captures weddings on film

By Danielle Bartholet, Danielle Bartholet / February 15, 2024

Love, laughter, and happily ever after—this Emerson basketball player–turned wedding videographer is capturing it all through the lens of passion and...

Thousands of people march shoulder to shoulder on the Boston Common during the 8th annual Winter Walk on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024. (Arthur Mansavage/Beacon Staff)

Thousands attend Winter Walk on Boston Common to end homelessness

By Sam Shipman, Staff Writer / February 14, 2024

A sea of blue beanies marched through the streets of Boston Common on Sunday morning to support the 8th annual Winter Walk and raise awareness for people...