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Pro-Palestinian protesters during the Sept. 12, 2024 demonstration were mainly concerned over Emerson’s usage of ADL (Anti-Defamation League) programming. (Rian Nelson/ Beacon Staff)

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators march through Boston to protest ADL presence on college campuses

By Hannah Nguyen, Madla Walsh and Rian Nelson / September 12, 2024

More than 100 pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched through downtown Boston Thursday afternoon to protest college campuses for working with the Anti-Defamation...

Hofstra student journalists Micheal Dent and Alexa D’Amato interviewed campaign surrogates in the spin room after the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris on September 10, 2024 (Bryan Hecht / Beacon Staff).

Student journalists take on the presidential debate

By Bryan Hecht, News Editor / September 12, 2024

While the 1,000-occupied spin room at the Philadelphia Convention Center for Tuesday’s historic debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former...

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

By Bryan Hecht, News Editor / September 12, 2024
Nearly a half hour after the debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris concluded, the former president paid a surprise visit to the spin room
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

By Bryan Hecht, News Editor / September 12, 2024
Minutes after the first presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in Philadelphia concluded, campaign surrogates flooded into the spin room at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, where 1,000 journalists convened.
Ahead of the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris in Philadelphia, Pro-Palestinian protesters and other demonstration groups 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

By Bryan Hecht and Sam Shipman / September 11, 2024
Ahead of the first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris in Philadelphia, protesters took to the streets hoping to have their voices heard by the candidates.
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.

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are set to take the debate stage Tuesday night at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. 
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

By Sam Shipman, Living Arts Editor / September 9, 2024
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

By Jesse Lipschutz, Staff Writer / September 7, 2024
“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

By Sam Shipman, Living Arts Editor / September 5, 2024
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

By Annie Sarlin, Dept. Living Arts Editor / September 5, 2024
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

By Annie Sarlin and Danielle Bartholet / September 5, 2024
Fans of Hush Club are in for a sweet treat on Sept. 8 at The Sinclair, and it’s not just the performance.
What is Emerson’s interim policy for campus demonstrations? We explain.

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

By Iselin Bratz, Content Managing Editor / August 24, 2024
Emerson College recently updated its policies on campus demonstrations to ensure campus safety, according to the website. 
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

By Hannah Nguyen, Editor-in-Chief / August 24, 2024
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?

Who are the core leaders behind EmersonTogether?

By DJ Mara, Senior Political Reporter / August 24, 2024
A number of administrators and faculty members are part of the three operational teams, But four college officials will spearhead the initiative. 
Emerson launches initiative to rebuild the community in upcoming academic year

Emerson launches initiative to rebuild the community in upcoming academic year

By DJ Mara, Senior Political Reporter / August 24, 2024
Following the events that unfolded in the past spring semester, the college released EmersonTogether, which aims to unite the college community, officials said.
Team USA dominates Paris 2024

Team USA dominates Paris 2024

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer / August 23, 2024

The United States took home the most Olympic medals during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, with the majority being won by the country’s female athletes.   The...

2024 Democratic National Convention Chicago Live Coverage

Emerson students react to Harris-Walz ticket

By DJ Mara, Senior Political Reporter / August 20, 2024
At Emerson, students are largely energized by the Harris-Walz ticket
Donald Trump addresses journalists in the Philadelphia spin room after his first debate against Kamala Harris in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 10, 2024. (Bryan Hecht / Beacon Staff).

Live Updates: The latest on the Trump campaign

By DJ Mara, Senior Political Reporter / July 28, 2024

   

Illustration Rachel Choi

Live Updates: The latest on the Harris campaign

By DJ Mara, Senior Political Reporter / July 28, 2024

Boston Native Barry L. Levy Drives AppleTV+'s series 'Me'

Boston Native Barry L. Levy Drives AppleTV+’s series ‘Me’

By Clara Faulkner, Operations Managing Editor / July 18, 2024
“Me” is a thrilling ride through middle school mayhem, blending family drama, first crushes, and superpowers into an unforgettable adventure.