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The Emerson women's basketball team in a timeout against Elms College on Monday, Nov. 11 (Courtesy of Anna Schoenmann).

Women’s basketball defeats Elms in home opener

By Hongyi Ji / November 13, 2024

As the final buzzer echoed through the Bobbi Brown & Steven Plofker Gym on Monday, the Emerson women’s basketball team became 2-0. The Lions...

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By Sam Shipman and Hongyi Ji / March 26, 2024
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Lunar New Year Bash ignites Pao Arts Center with cultural festivities

By Hongyi Ji, Beacon Correspondent / March 4, 2024

The Lunar New Year Bash on Feb. 24 drew hundreds of attendees to the Pao Arts Center, allowing them to immerse themselves in the vibrant environment full...