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2021 Academic Townhall
Student government hosts annual town hall
Marlboro Institute for Liberal Arts and Interdisciplinary Studies.
College to offer new religion minor
The exterior of the Kasteel Well castle
No change in sight for Kasteel Well following Omicron variant detection in Netherlands
Take-home rapid test provided by Emerson College.
Emerson students frustrated by mandated at-home rapid tests
SGA members in a meeting.
SGA discusses CHW-ECAPS merger
Boston police detectives exiting Downtown Convenience after the alleged robbery.
Boylston convenience store robbed
‘Absolutely Normal’: Steely Dan makes a triumphant return to Boston
‘Absolutely Normal’: Steely Dan makes a triumphant return to Boston
An ECPD patrol vehicle.
Armed robbery involving two Emerson students in Boston Public Garden reported to police
New Green Line stations make off-campus commutes faster—though just barely
New Green Line stations make off-campus commutes faster—though just barely
Michelle Wu greets supporters after winning the mayoral election on Nov. 2.
Wu sworn in as mayor, pushes widespread reform
The reforms in revised draft include a shift in the makeup of the proposed Standing Committee, which would be tasked with improving cross-department communication between offices that handle reports of sexual misconduct. It also suggests potentially moving the Office of Access, Equity, & Title IX out of the Social Justice Center, where it currently lives, as departments inevitably change over time.
Presidential Working Group sends final report to Pelton
The reforms in revised draft include a shift in the makeup of the proposed Standing Committee, which would be tasked with improving cross-department communication between offices that handle reports of sexual misconduct. It also suggests potentially moving the Office of Access, Equity, & Title IX out of the Social Justice Center, where it currently lives, as departments inevitably change over time.
Title IX working group takes questions before finalizing recommendations
The outside of the Title IX office in the Massachusetts Transportation Building.
Title IX working group presents minimal changes in second draft of recommendations
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.
Everything you need to know about the updated Title IX policy
Jackson Davis is the subject of multiple public sexual misconduct allegations on Twitter.
Alum Jackson Davis terminated from NowThis after investigation into sexual misconduct allegations
Emerson Lions Nate Martin in attack.
Men’s basketball win close match against Plymouth State University
Men’s lacrosse team raises $2,700 for Daniel J. Hollis Foundation
Men’s lacrosse team raises $2,700 for Daniel J. Hollis Foundation
Katie Beckmann during a basketball game.
Women’s basketball drops fourth straight game
Senior Grace Cosgrove playing on the soccer game on Sep. 15
Senior forward reflects on four years as a Lion
Womens volleyball player awarded Defensive Player of the Year
Women’s volleyball player awarded Defensive Player of the Year
‘Absolutely Normal’: Steely Dan makes a triumphant return to Boston
‘Absolutely Normal’: Steely Dan makes a triumphant return to Boston
One of the pieces in Eben Haines Facades.
ICA’s two new exhibits evoke a plethora of emotions as they comment on various societal issues
Production Iphigenia at the Cutler Majestic theater.
You are all that the myth can’t bear: ArtsEmerson hosts Iphagenia’s world premiere
Emerson Stage to present ‘Marie Antoinette’ this weekend
Emerson Stage to present ‘Marie Antoinette’ this weekend
Grammy Award-winning composer, bassist, and vocalist esperanza spalding.
Opera ‘Iphigenia’ world premiere at Cutler Majestic Theatre Nov. 12 and 13
Eric Gordon, executive director of the Engagement Lab and professor
New initiative ‘Transforming Narratives of Gun Violence’ launches two undergraduate courses
Therapy dogs, chair massages and more: Iwasaki Library to host Cirque de De-Stress this Friday
Therapy dogs, chair massages and more: Iwasaki Library to host Cirque de De-Stress this Friday
One of the recording spaces in The Record Company.
The Record Company, an affordable and accessible space for student musicians
Headshot of Chen Xu 15
Alum sells new show to Disney+, crediting his time at Emerson for his success
James P.W. Martin 13 posing with his new anthology, Eggplant Emoji Volume 1.
‘Laughter is medicine’: alum published comedic short story anthology
Marla Kirban in 1970, her senior year at Emerson
Marla Kirban, Emerson alum and Hollywood voiceover coach, dies at 72
Pete Chvany (center), a former Emerson professor and longtime mens soccer coach
‘A friend to hundreds of Emersonians’: Pete Chvany, former professor and men’s soccer coach, dies at age 81
Professor Emerita Robbie McCauley
Robbie McCauley, performing arts professor emerita, dies at 78
Chair of the Performing Arts Department Bob Colby, who died April 5, 2021
Late performing arts chair leaves behind legacy of empathy
Seals played for Emerson Varese in Italy during the 1979-80 season.
Former assistant men’s basketball coach Bruce Seals dies aged 67
Illustration by Lucia Thorne
The people left behind
Mariyam Quaisar poses during a photoshoot.
Emerson’s promises of diversity fell short for me
Three weed dealers––Jamie, Alex, and John––who spoke with The Beacon on the condition of anonymity, discussed their life as dealers on campus and how it impacts their customers.
Let’s Be Really Blunt: Student dealers on what it’s like being “The Plug”
Even as white and Black people use cannabis at similar rates, Black people are 3.64 times more likely to be arrested on charges of weed possession, according to a 2020 ACLU report.
The luxury of neighborhood dispensaries deny America’s racist cannabis criminalization
Smokey Coffeeshop is just one of the many social cannabis consumption spaces in Amsterdam.
Massachusetts must open social cannabis consumption spaces
“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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A protestor is arrested during last Augusts Straight Pride Parade. The group that organized the parade, Super Happy Fun America, is set to clash with counter-protestors Saturday afternoon at a pro-police rally.

[Photo] Dueling protests to clash on Boston Common

June 27, 2020

A protestor is arrested during last August's Straight Pride Parade. The group that organized the parade, Super Happy Fun America, is set to clash with counter-protestors Saturday afternoon at a pro-police...

Emerson College President M. Lee Pelton

[Photo] UPDATED: Pelton denounces Straight Pride Parade in community email

August 28, 2019

Emerson College President M. Lee Pelton

The Berkeley Beacon office in Emersons 172 Tremont St. building.

[Photo] SGA passes legislation condemning The Beacon over instances of racism, discrimination

December 18, 2020

The Berkeley Beacon office in Emerson's 172 Tremont St. building.

The Defund ECPD initiative, inspired by the Defund the Police initiative, has sparked the college to plan a review of ECPDs funding and role on campus.

[Photo] Incident Journal: Drug paraphernalia confiscated during move-out

March 27, 2020

The "Defund ECPD" initiative, inspired by the "Defund the Police" initiative, has sparked the college to plan a review of ECPD's funding and role on campus.

President M. Lee Pelton.

[Photo] College plans to issue partial credit for room and board, not tuition

March 19, 2020

President M. Lee Pelton.

Students moving out of their dorms in March 2020

[Photo] COVID-19 at Emerson: The Story So Far

March 17, 2020

Students moving out of their dorms in March 2020

Emersons Kasteel Well campus in Well, Netherlands.

[Photo] Coronavirus scares halt travel for Kasteel Well students

February 24, 2020

Emerson's Kasteel Well campus in Well, Netherlands.

A Student Government Association meeting from the spring semester.

[Photo] SGA delays vote on FEB proposal, appoints two new senators

February 5, 2020

A Student Government Association meeting from the spring semester.

Emerson College Polling Director Spencer Kimball.

[Photo] Poll: Unwillingness to donate and disapproval of residency requirement

December 10, 2019

Emerson College Polling Director Spencer Kimball.

A Financial Advisory Board meeting in September 2019.

[Photo] Vote on controversial fee amendment postponed

September 20, 2019

A Financial Advisory Board meeting in September 2019.

Dining on campus will see significant alterations in the fall semester.

[Photo] All meals to be takeout in fall semester

July 14, 2020

Dining on campus will see significant alterations in the fall semester.

President M. Lee Pelton will head a Boston committee tasked with combating racism and inequality.

[Photo] Pelton begins talks for Tokyo

December 13, 2012

President M. Lee Pelton will head a Boston committee tasked with combating racism and inequality.

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[Photo] At Town Hall meeting, community discusses sexual assault

February 17, 2015

An SGA meeting at the beginning of the 2019-20 academic year.

[Photo] SGA votes on sustainability

October 3, 2013

An SGA meeting at the beginning of the 2019-20 academic year.

President M. Lee Pelton.

[Photo] Emerson remembers and honors late professor

January 23, 2014

President M. Lee Pelton.

The colleges choice to extend the fall semester grading period was met with mixed reactions from professors

[Photo] Lowrie steps down as faculty assembly chair following vote

December 6, 2017

The college's choice to extend the fall semester grading period was met with mixed reactions from professors

Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healy joined a group of state attorneys Thursday in suing the U.S. Department of Education over proposed Title IX regulations.

[Photo] Massachusetts Attorney General joins fight against new Title IX regulations

June 6, 2020

Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healy joined a group of state attorneys Thursday in suing the U.S. Department of Education over proposed Title IX regulations.

The Emerson College Los Angeles Center located on Sunset Blvd.

[Photo] ELA applications no longer first-come, first-serve

October 31, 2018

The Emerson College Los Angeles Center located on Sunset Blvd.

Two members of the student organization Earth Emerson.

[Photo] Student organizations push political engagement on Election Day

November 3, 2020

Two members of the student organization Earth Emerson.

Emersons downtown Boston campus.

[Photo] Faculty approves sanctuary campus proposal

November 30, 2016

Emerson's downtown Boston campus.

Pictured above, Performing Arts Department Chair Bob Colby.

[Photo] Robert Colby selected as Performing Arts Chair fall 2018

February 19, 2018

Pictured above, Performing Arts Department Chair Bob Colby.

No Strain Here

February 1, 1947

Well, here we are, one semester past—along with everyone’s marks. There were only a couple of worryin’ wonders at the half and they seem to have worried the wondering professors into a passing grade. While...

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