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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

The Berkeley Beacon

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Gym flooding, snow wreak havoc on volleyball schedule

February 23, 2017

Prior to its straight-set loss Tuesday against MIT, Emerson’s men’s volleyball team hadn’t seen in-game action for one week due...

Volleyball to meet Lasell in first conference match

Volleyball to meet Lasell in first conference match

February 23, 2017

The Lions play their first match within the GNAC on Thursday against Lasell, which is 14-1 overall. Lasell is currently ranked #12 in the nation and swept...

Athletics seeks tennis courts after NEWMAC change

February 23, 2017

A NEWMAC conference change that will move women’s tennis to the spring season in 2018 is bringing new urgency to the athletic department’s...

Lions eliminated from playoff contention after loss to Coast Guard

Lions eliminated from playoff contention after loss to Coast Guard

February 23, 2017

Even with the possibility of a place in the NEWMAC playoffs on the line, and a final push led by sophomores Charlie Boyle and Natalie Busch, Emerson’s...

A front row seat to Patriots’ glory

February 16, 2017

Beacon reporters spoke to Emerson students to get their thoughts on the Patriots' Super Bowl parade.    Lizzie Rattoballi Freshman political...

Home games moved away after gym floods

Home games moved away after gym floods

February 16, 2017

All Emerson athletics home games will be moved to away locations this week due to flooding in the Bobbi Brown and Steven Plofker Gym, said Matt Ulrich,...

Playoff hopes still alive for women’s basketball

February 16, 2017

Deputy Sports Editor Matt Case talks playoff chances for Emerson College's women's basketball team. Shot by Matt Couture. Edited by Laura King.Music:...

Steinberg to direct sports comm program

February 9, 2017

Dr. Charles Steinberg, president of the Pawtucket Red Sox and executive for the Boston Red Sox, was named director of sports communication at Emerson Tuesday,...

Men’s Volleyball: Lions start season with convincing wins

February 9, 2017

The men’s volleyball team is off to a hot start after defeating Pine Manor and Newbury College to begin the season. The Lions soared to victory...

Last-second shot sinks Lions vs. WPI

Last-second shot sinks Lions vs. WPI

February 9, 2017

Lions’ guard Michael Sheng's defense was so suffocating, he was in WPI forward Chris Rodgers’ uniform, as Emerson head coach Bill Curley put...

Lions survive Wheaton comeback, complete season sweep

Lions survive Wheaton comeback, complete season sweep

February 9, 2017

Charlie Boyle turned on the accelerators in the fourth quarter as Emerson’s women’s basketball team nearly squandered a 19-point lead on its...

Motivational speaker Marc Mero stresses the importance of choices in talk with athletes

Motivational speaker Marc Mero stresses the importance of choices in talk with athletes

February 9, 2017

Motivational speaker and former pro wrestler Marc Mero walked onto Paramount’s Robert J. Orchard Stage in sunglasses, waving his metallic WWE championship...

A Conversation with Patricia Nicol

A Conversation with Patricia Nicol

February 6, 2017

Since her arrival at Emerson in 2014, Emerson athletic director Patricia Nicol has repeated a similar refrain: it would take three to five years to begin...

With loss of seniors, Regan and Rusk will be crucial

With loss of seniors, Regan and Rusk will be crucial

February 2, 2017

Emerson’s men’s volleyball head coach Ben Read said the youth on his team leaves room for progress this year and beyond as the Lions gear up...

Women's Basketball: Madden, five freshmen getting minutes

Women’s Basketball: Madden, five freshmen getting minutes

February 2, 2017

After Emerson went from tied with WPI to down 13 on Saturday, freshman guard Quinn Madden took over. With less than two minutes to play in the fourth...

Student work out at the 52 Summer St. fitness center. (Beacon Archives, File Photo)

New fitness center worth the exercise

February 2, 2017

For the next two years, athletes will make the trek to the corner of Summer and Arch streets in order to see Emerson’s athletic trainers. The athletic...

Men's volleyball handles Pine Manor in opener

Men’s volleyball handles Pine Manor in opener

February 2, 2017

Emerson’s men’s volleyball team dominated Pine Manor Saturday afternoon in a three-set, season-opening sweep. The Lions rarely struggled,...

Men’s Basketball: Fitz showing range, Sashin takes on former teammate

February 2, 2017

If one were playing with Emerson’s men’s basketball team on NBA 2K, Lions forward Corey Fitz would have the fire logo above his head. Entering...

Michael Sheng drives against Chris Rodgers, who would later hit a key shot despite Sheng's tough defense.
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Last-second shot sinks Lions vs. WPI

By Matt Couture, Former Staff / February 1, 2017

Lions’ guard Michael Sheng's defense was so suffocating, he was in WPI forward Chris Rodgers’ uniform, as Emerson head coach Bill Curley put it after...

Boyle nets 20 in Lions' loss

Boyle nets 20 in Lions’ loss

January 26, 2017

The early dominance of Charlie Boyle seemed to portend a better outcome for Emerson’s women’s basketball team after a blowout road loss at...