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

The Berkeley Beacon

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

The Berkeley Beacon

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

The Berkeley Beacon

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Suffolk paper disappears from racks

December 31, 2012

The Suffolk University Journal fell victim to an act of thievery or censorship last month when the Nov. 15 issue, containing a story about students smuggling...

The penny doesn#039;t have to be useless

December 31, 2012

Upon reading the editorial in this week's issue, I grew sad. Is there no place for the penny in our culture? Yes, we lose money on penny production, but...

Gay marriage challenge voted down

December 31, 2012

More than 200 protesters rallied all day on both sides of Beacon Street in front of the State House on Nov.,pLegislators on Beacon Hill recently voted...

No debate: forensic team back

December 31, 2012

In this case, "forensic" refers to a point that can be proven scientifically or legally. The team is a group of students practicing the art of oratory...

Emerson unites in fight against AIDS

December 31, 2012

Emerson's activities included an art exhibit sponsored by Emerson's Alliance for Gays, Lesbians and Everyone (EAGLE), a discussion, a candlelight vigil...

Reserved books misplaced

December 31, 2012

An Emerson visual and media arts professor who wished to remain anonymous in order to continue putting books on reserve said she feels this semester has...

Library undersized, underfunded

December 31, 2012

Seven years after relocating to the Walker Building, Emerson's library is too small and can no longer meet even the basic needs of its students and faculty,...

Student evals revised after investigation

December 31, 2012

Recently, these evaluations became a point of discussion when the administration launched an investigation into grade inflation.,At the end of each semester,...

Fundraiser targets AIDS

December 31, 2012

Early last Friday, a few intrepid souls fought to stay awake in the lobby of the Little Building, while the rest of the campus was still asleep. These...

T riders face fare jump

December 31, 2012

A midwinter chill won't be the only thing bothering Boston commuters in January. On the first of the year, the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA)...

Senior campaigns for state rep. in Penn.

December 31, 2012

Once his diploma is in hand, the 22-year-old Yardley, Penn. native won't have much time to celebrate.,While most members of the Class of 2006 are anxiously...

EFA granted $13,125.05 in appeal

December 13, 2012

, Beacon Staff/strongThe Student Government Association granted Emerson Fights Aids $13,125.05 after an appeal at the Tuesday night meeting. EFA will use...

Alumni raise money for scholarships

December 13, 2012

The Emerson Alumni Association’s seventh annual scholarship auction raised $44,934 after a last-minute $20,000 bid, reversing a trend of declining...