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

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Senior Chala Tyson-Tshitundu wants Emerson students to slow down and change the way they think about food. // Courtesy of Chala Tyson-Tshitundu

New org promotes food justice and sustainability

By Gabriella Leonel / February 1, 2018

Senior Chala Tyson-Tshitundu said they felt inspired to start a Slow Food chapter at Emerson after hours of watching Chef’s Table—an award-winning...

Professer Michael Brown sued Emerson College after being rejected for tenure.
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Tenure applications reach record high

By Gabriella Leonel / November 16, 2017

Twelve candidates are currently being reviewed for tenure or promotion at Emerson, a record high for a committee that usually oversees fewer than 10...

Union considers incorporating distinguished faculty

By Gabriella Leonel / October 26, 2017

Emerson’s faculty without tenure joined a college union previously reserved for professors with or seeking tenure, and the distinguished faculty may...

Real Talk creates conversations, supports students

By Gabriella Leonel / September 28, 2017

It’s time to put the phone away—and talk for real. REAL Talk is a new support group on campus intended to teach students how to communicate with each...