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Student support surges for Emerson Union for Resident Assistants amid recognition denial
Student support surges for Emerson Union for Resident Assistants amid recognition denial
Senior guard Ella Bushee (#11) goes for a layup against Endicott on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023.
Women’s basketball falls to Endicott, 76-69
Senior guard Trevor Arico (5) shoots against Salem State on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.
Men’s basketball wins home opener, falls at Suffolk for 2-3 start
ECSU discusses rally to protest union-busting during Nov. 15 meeting
ECSU discusses rally to protest union-busting during Nov. 15 meeting
SGA proposes giveback fund policy and supports RA union
SGA proposes giveback fund policy and supports RA union
A vote sign near the Boston Common.
Boston City Council Election Day voting turnout shows decrease from last year
Boston City Council makes strides to address the Mass and Cass crisis
Boston City Council makes strides to address the Mass and Cass crisis
Protesters chant against Kamala Harris outside the Ritz-Carlton hotel during the vice presidents visit to Boston on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023.
Inside and Outside the Ritz Carlton: Kamala Harris’ Boston Visit
Campaign signs hang from the street lamps outside of the Chinatown YMCA where voters cast their ballots.
New faces set to join Boston City Council
Members of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts march from the Boston Public Library to City Hall Plaza in the parade on Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (Ashlyn Wang/Beacon Staff)
Photos: Boston Veterans Parade honors those who’ve served
Formerly the Title IX office, Emersons Office of Equal Opportunity will address issues of discrimination, sexual violence and harassment on campus.
Office of Equal Opportunity extends Title IX reach
The Title IX office has been located within the Social Justice Center since 2014 after an external group of lawyers examined the colleges Title IX policies and practices.
Sonia Jurado announced as Emerson’s new Title IX coordinator
Emersons Title IX office.
Emerson officially relocates Office of Access, Equity, and Title IX
Presidential Working Group sends final report to Pelton
Presidential Working Group sends final report to Pelton
Title IX working group takes questions before finalizing recommendations
Title IX working group takes questions before finalizing recommendations
Senior guard Ella Bushee (#11) goes for a layup against Endicott on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023.
Women’s basketball falls to Endicott, 76-69
Senior guard Trevor Arico (5) shoots against Salem State on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023.
Men’s basketball wins home opener, falls at Suffolk for 2-3 start
A type of neck guard players have adopted following Adam Johnsons death. Illustration by Rachel Choi.
NHL neck guards: the hazards of just skating by
Senior midfielder Simone Barragan-Shaw (16) scores the game-winning goal against Coast Guard in the 2023 NEWMAC Semifinals.
Senior spotlights: Women’s soccer seniors were “iconic” and shaped the program
The Emerson mens basketball team visited the Cambridge Basketball Lab on Wednesday, Nov. 8. (Photo courtesy of Matt Meyersohn)
Men’s basketball supports youth basketball camp in Cambridge
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Domestic womens’ sports deserve more support
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Nothing could have prepared me for the Kasteel Well culture shock
Illustration by Kellyn Taylor.
Growing up with the Gilmore Girls
Illustration by Hailey Akau.
Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana—Bad Bunny’s journey through evolving trap
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Emerson class discussions aren’t as enriching as professors think they are
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Emerson class discussions aren’t as enriching as professors think they are
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Editorial: Does Emerson College care about victims and survivors?
Illustration by Rachel Choi
Spicy Wings and Spicier Questions: The Beacon Takes on Hot Ones Challenge
Should we have school spirit?
Should we have school spirit?
Illustration by Rachel Choi
Editorial: Emerson College presents: a convincing performance of inclusivity
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Domestic womens’ sports deserve more support
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Nothing could have prepared me for the Kasteel Well culture shock
Illustration by Kellyn Taylor.
Growing up with the Gilmore Girls
Illustration by Hailey Akau.
Nadie Sabe Lo Que Va a Pasar Mañana—Bad Bunny’s journey through evolving trap
Illustration by Rachel Choi.
Mourning Adam Johnson: Why is safety in professional sports not taken seriously?
Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: the Hunger Games genesis
Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: the Hunger Games genesis
Alexander Payne transports and transcends Boston in The Holdovers
Alexander Payne transports and transcends Boston in “The Holdovers”
Where Dancing Meets Dreaming: Emerson Urban Dance Theater’s REM
Where Dancing Meets Dreaming: Emerson Urban Dance Theater’s REM
One night only: Lauren Graham at the Wilbur
One night only: Lauren Graham at the Wilbur
For and by the fans: ‘Five Nights At Freddy’s’ breaks records
For and by the fans: ‘Five Nights At Freddy’s’ breaks records
Photo courtesy of EGDC Image Gallery
Emerson Game Development Club: A Great Community for Aspiring Developers
7 things to do in Greater Boston during Thanksgiving break
7 things to do in Greater Boston during Thanksgiving break
Courtesy: Lindy Lin Photography
Liz Moody’s ‘100 Ways To Change Your Life’ is the handbook to health and happiness
‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ offers fans the rare opportunity to simulate her concert in the theater
‘Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour’ offers fans the rare opportunity to simulate her concert in the theater
More than mischief: Loki returns in second season of Disney+ series
More than mischief: Loki returns in second season of Disney+ series
Courtesy: Brian Basgen
‘He was an incredible person’: Colleagues remember Faizan Siddiqui
Late Paramount security guard leaves legacy of dedication
Late Paramount security guard leaves legacy of dedication
Courtesy: EmersonToday
‘It’s an immeasurable loss’: Emerson remembers Maureen Shea
Bill Alexs yearbook photo in The Emersonian, 1966.
‘Born communicator’ from class of 1966 leaves behind journalism scholarship
Former Lions volleyball player Kat Westbrook accumulated 151 kills and 58 digs in the 2012 season.
Remembering former Lions volleyball player Kat Westbrook
Photo: Hailey Akau
Allston Christmas: The communal yard sale nobody asked for
Photos by Ashlyn Wang
Unraveling the Sustainable Threads of Denim Culture
Illustration: Rachel Choi
Picking Up After College Kids: Environmental Sustainability Efforts at Emerson
Photo: Hailey Akau
Colonization’s toll on Hawaiʻi: Lahaina’s devastation and the fight for Indigenous resilience
Illustration: Meg Richards
Why can’t I wish upon a star in Boston?
“You know I love this city more than anything,” she said. “I’m never going to stop fighting for this city that I love. I’m never going to stop fighting for the people that I love.”
Our thoughts on progressive Democrat Michelle Wu being sworn into office
Boston Marathon electrifies city after 910 day absence
Boston Marathon electrifies city after 910 day absence
Photo of Helina Yared (middle) and her teammates, Nia Cooper (left) and Rachel Tarby (right), after practice.
Meghan Markle’s explosive interview, and Emerson’s new inclusivity-based cheerleading squad
Richard Fucillo in front of the MA statehouse.
A Lion Speaks Tonight — Episode 04: Richard Fucillo
Margot Wood 08, founder of Epic Reads and author of Fresh.
A Lion Speaks Tonight — Episode 03: Margot Wood
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Kaitlyn Smitten

Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer

Kaitlyn Smitten (she/her) is a freshman journalism student from Red Deer, Alberta. Canada. Kaitlyn is a part of the Emerson College softball team and enjoys traveling, reading, and listening to music. She aspires to be an investigative and/or breaking news reporter.
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ECSU discusses rally to protest union-busting during Nov. 15 meeting

ECSU discusses rally to protest union-busting during Nov. 15 meeting

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer
November 20, 2023

On Wednesday, Emerson College Students’ Union (ECSU) met to discuss various issues, including their protest on Nov. 17, the change to their meeting structure, housing issues, and mutual aid. The union...

A vote sign near the Boston Common.

Boston City Council Election Day voting turnout shows decrease from last year

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer
November 15, 2023

On Tuesday, Nov. 7, Americans all across the country had the opportunity to vote for their elected city officials, specifically city council members. Boston comprises 55 communities with nine districts...

“Killers of the Flower Moon” showcases Scorsese’s voice for the Osage people

“Killers of the Flower Moon” showcases Scorsese’s voice for the Osage people

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer
November 1, 2023

Spoiler Warning  Martin Scorsese’s film “Killers of the Flower Moon” debuted on Oct. 20, detailing the historical event in which members of the Native American Osage tribe were murdered for oil...

Photo courtesy of Michael Discenza/Unsplash.

Emerson staff and organizations offer resources to prevent drink-spiking

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer
October 18, 2023

With Halloween parties approaching, the college administration is ensuring students are aware of available resources for incidences of drugged drinking.  Drink spiking happens when a person adds a...

The Office of Financial Aid in the Union Bank Building.

Emerson students not surprised with recent Princeton Review ranking on college’s financial aid

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer
October 18, 2023

Emerson College has recently earned the distinction of the worst college in the country for  financial aid in the Princeton Review’s Financial Aid Not So Great list, and for many students actively seeking...

The Emerson womens soccer team at a photo shoot for their upcoming Play with Pride game.

Emerson women’s soccer Plays with Pride

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer
October 4, 2023

The Emerson College women’s soccer team has partnered with Athlete Ally, an organization that supports members of the LGBTQ+ community in sports. On Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 6:00 p.m., Emerson soccer will...

The NCAA logo.

NCAA grants eight additional practices to Div. III sports

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer
October 2, 2023

For decades, Div. III sports have been limited in the number of regulated official practices—but as of Nov. 16, 2022, the NCAA has made a change to some of these rules, with the exception of football....

The Princeton Review ranks 25 schools with financial aid that isnt so great.

Emerson College earns number one spot for worst financial aid in America

By Kaitlyn Smitten, Staff Writer
September 27, 2023

Emerson College was recently ranked the number one college for worst financial aid in the United States, according to a list published by the Princeton Review.  The Princeton Review releases an annual...

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