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Chair of the Performing Arts Department Bob Colby, who died April 5, 2021

Late performing arts chair leaves behind legacy of empathy

By Camilo Fonseca, Assistant News Editor
April 8, 2021
Seals played for Emerson Varese in Italy during the 1979-80 season.

Former assistant men’s basketball coach Bruce Seals dies aged 67

By Christopher Williams, Sports Editor
January 1, 2021
Trent (center right) was remembered as a pioneer in the field of Political Communication.

Emerson faculty reflects on passing of Judith Trent, political communications icon

By Camilo Fonseca, Assistant News Editor
December 10, 2020
Stephen Terrell led Emerson's musical theater program for 13 years.

Former musical theatre head remembered for reimagining program

By Ann E. Matica, Deputy News Editor
August 30, 2020
Ansin donated millions to Emerson, purchasing the Ansin Building and creating two separate scholarship funds.

Emerson benefactor and WHDH owner Edmund Ansin dies at 84

By Parker Purifoy, Emerson '21
July 26, 2020
Amanda, Morse's daughter, said her father was always the first one to crack a joke.

Emerson Police Lieutenant remembered for positive, caring nature

By Charlie McKenna, Content Managing Editor
May 22, 2020
“He contributed tremendously to both the Emerson and the Boston community in general,

Emerson alumni and Trustee remembered for his public relations legacy

By Belen Dumont, News Editor
April 8, 2020
Nationally renowned painter and Marlboro benefactor dies at 92

Nationally renowned painter and Marlboro benefactor dies at 92

By Faith Bugenhagen
April 4, 2020
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Former chair of Performing Arts Department Leo Nickole dies at 93

By Elena Naze
April 3, 2020
Courtesy of Skyler Celotto

Emerson remembers Daniel Hollis’ kindness, warmth, and his love for Travis Scott

By Belen Dumont, News Editor
November 21, 2019
Rob Tobias

Rob Tobias ’81 (1959-2019)

By Contributed Obituary
November 20, 2019
Moses Shumow was loved by his students and colleagues, a former student of his said. Courtesy of Florida International University

Former students recall professor’s kindness

By Parker Purifoy, Emerson '21
October 24, 2019
Courtesy of Jane Akiba

Community mourns the loss of renowned photographer David Akiba

By Anissa Gardizy
September 8, 2019
Maureen Murphy, 64, died in December after an eight-month long battle with ovarian cancer.

Beloved mentor and financial administrator dead after battle with cancer

By Parker Purifoy, Emerson '21
January 15, 2019
Flint grew up in East Bridgewater, Mass. Courtesy of Susan Flint.

Lucas Flint remembered as a kind-hearted, dedicated student

By Abigail Hadfield, Deputy Copy Editor
January 14, 2019
Joseph D. Ketner II passed away after a year-long battle with bile duct cancer. Courtesy of President M. Lee Pelton's office.

College grieves loss of world renowned artistic director and professor

By Parker Purifoy, Emerson '21
September 20, 2018
Friends said Wapman was enigmatic, but caring and talented.

Wapman remembered for loyalty and compassion

By Nathanael King
May 19, 2017
Rosas remembered for clever comedy and authenticity

Rosas remembered for clever comedy and authenticity

By Laura King, The Berkeley Beacon
April 13, 2016
“She was right up in there,” said Samuel Potrykus, co-director of Boston Hassle, said of Christopher's photographic method. “She was one of the great ones. It was clear that she had a passion for it and that she got it.”

Christopher remembered for individualism, humor, and compassion

By Christina Jedra, The Berkeley Beacon
May 6, 2015
Linda Moore, former VP of academic affairs, is remembered

Linda Moore, former VP of academic affairs, is remembered

By Laura King, The Berkeley Beacon
March 11, 2015
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