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

The Berkeley Beacon

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

The Berkeley Beacon

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

The Berkeley Beacon

An ECPD patrol vehicle.

Incident Journal: Injured student identified in Piano Row Residence Hall

By Ann E. Matica, Deputy News Editor / March 26, 2021

The Emerson College Police Department provides the Incident Journal to The Beacon every week. Beacon staff edit the Incident Journal for style and clarity...

Super Happy Fun America President John Hugo (left) and Samson Racioppi organized Saturdays parade which is expected to draw dozens of supporters and hundreds of counter protesters.
Montse Landeros / Beacon Correspondant

Boston Police release plan for parade day

By Parker Purifoy, Emerson '21 / August 30, 2019

The Boston Police Department alerted residents of road closures and other restrictions on Friday via a press release in anticipation of the Straight Pride...

The new alert system is designed to be broadcast throughout classrooms and buildings, emitting light and louder sound.
Tomas Gonzalez // Beacon Correspondent

College installs new alert system

By Tomas Gonzalez, Staff Writer/Photographer / September 16, 2018

The Office of Emergency Management installed a new alert system in the form of a yellow box called an Alert Beacon over the summer. Chris Beaurpere,...