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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

Opinion

Between the sheets, there’s an in-between

November 12, 2015

Last year, my suitemates and I developed a ritual of morning-after recapping. The day after a party, we would sit on the couch in our common room and talk...

A letter to ‘harmless’ street hecklers

A letter to ‘harmless’ street hecklers

November 12, 2015

This is an open letter to the catcallers of the world—those who whistle at women when they walk past, who approach ladies without any invitation,...

With inclusion, Emerson Engagement Lab entertains

November 12, 2015

At issue: Emerson’s Engagement Lab rolls out new media Our take: It's time to bring attention to a valuable college resource  The Emerson...

Sharing a struggle without a conclusion

By Jackie Roman, Former Staff / November 11, 2015

The Facebook post was so long it had a “Read more” hyperlink. It read like the script for a dramatic film, except all of the characters were familiar...

Student art deserves a space to be showcased

November 5, 2015

At issue: Students open art gallery space on campus to showcase creative work. Our take: Emerson should redouble its efforts in exhibiting the visual...

Planned Parenthood and the three percent

Planned Parenthood and the three percent

November 5, 2015

Back in September, when conservative lawmakers threatened a government shutdown unless Congress defunded Planned Parenthood, outrage surfaced on both sides...

A fight to finish for LGBTQ community

November 5, 2015

One day as I scrolled through my Twitter feed, I stumbled upon a tweet from a friend of mine: “I honestly can’t believe that conversion therapy...

Nicki Minaj shows feminists what’s good

October 28, 2015

When The New York Times Magazine published its recent article, “The Passion of Nicki Minaj,” the top comment on its Facebook page, with 967...

College resources for mental health are improving

October 28, 2015

At issue: Students are vulnerable to stressors and stigma. Our take: Emerson is making moves in the right direction.  Thanks to Elise Harrison,...

Girl bands raise the volume on women’s stories

Girl bands raise the volume on women’s stories

October 28, 2015

I’m powering up my Spotify and hearing it, scrolling through my Twitter feed and reading it, and I can’t ever avoid it—song lyrics riddled...

I refuse to play into the role of docility and trepidation that is too often demanded of my gender.
EVAN WALSH / BEACON STAFF

Planned Parenthood and the three percent

By Jackie Roman, Former Staff / October 28, 2015

Back in September, when conservative lawmakers threatened a government shutdown unless Congress defunded Planned Parenthood, outrage surfaced on both sides...

Donald Trump’s unlikely likeability

Donald Trump’s unlikely likeability

October 21, 2015

I met Donald Trump—a long time ago, before he polluted American politics, before his ego willed him to plaster his face on our TVs, even before his...

Colonial’s closure an unavoidable growing pain

October 21, 2015

At issue: College's vague plan for Colonial Theatre draws criticism.  Our Take: Leave the drama on the stage and see a bigger picture. Over 100...

Family doesn’t fit into a neat box

October 21, 2015

With only one parent in my immediate family, I am constantly making clarifications about my household. I still need both parents to have access to a bank...

Emerson faculty deserve improved parental leave

October 14, 2015

Emerson’s approach to parental leave lives up to its name—it leaves much to be wanted, like more time, more money, and more of what could be...

Letter to the editor from Emerson P.R.I.D.E

October 14, 2015

We, members of Emerson P.R.I.D.E. (Progressives and Radicals in the Defense of Employees), are glad that Anna Buckley and the Berkeley Beacon are bringing...

Lady business: Female friendship deserves mainstream focus

October 14, 2015

Lately—quite embarrassingly, I’ll admit—I’ve been watching a lot of “Grey’s Anatomy.” A lot. Too much, a chorus...

Columbus Day’s ship has sailed

Columbus Day’s ship has sailed

October 8, 2015

Every fall as Columbus Day approaches, students look forward to the three-day weekend, with time to catch up on sleep or homework, or really do anything...

A call for a student union to curb tuition

October 7, 2015

Throughout the year, I often worry that I will be forced to leave Emerson because I can no longer afford it. It unsettles my mind and my work, filling...

Using the purchasing power of your dollar

Using the purchasing power of your dollar

October 7, 2015

Every day I see a Primark advertisement, be it on a bus stop, inside the T, or online. And every day, I wonder about the true cost of a $28 winter coat....