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Senior forward Gina Lukoskie (#15) against the Smith Pioneers on Saturday, Sep. 16.
Women’s soccer looks forward to NEWMAC title defense
The women’s volleyball team huddles during a timeout against Babson.
Women’s volleyball loses close match in NEWMAC opener
Illustration by Rachel Choi
Emerson scores high sustainable success for 2023 index
Emersons bookstore undergoes a name change, replacing Barnes & Noble with Emerson Emporium.
What’s changed on campus? A quick overview of Emerson remodels
Andrea Popa, director of the Office of International Student Affairs, will be enrolled in a Strategic Marketing Communication (MA) class at Emerson College.
Back in the Classroom: Andrea Popa explores educational opportunities offered on campus
Crowds of fairgoers walk around Hempfest and buy various goods. (Amin S. Lotfi for The Beacon)
Photo Gallery: Crowds gather on Boston Common for the 34th Boston Freedom Rally
A vendor speaks to a shopper while pointing to his display of products as a co-worker prepares an order. (Arthur Mansavage/Beacon Staff)
Photo Gallery: Boston Local Food Festival draws crowd with New England flavors
A Hawker for one of the stands at the 2023 Freedom Rally. For a small fee, fairgoers can spin the wheel for certain prizes.
“Hope for the future of the cannabis industry”: Boston Freedom Rally returns to Boston Common despite weather delays
Power of the incumbency weakens in Boston City Council primary elections
Power of the incumbency weakens in Boston City Council primary elections
Little Amal, a 12-foot puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee, begins her nationwide journey in Boston in Dewey Square. (Yufei Meng for The Beacon)
Photo Gallery: Little Amal commences nationwide journey with first steps in Boston
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 forward Gina Lukoskie (#15) against the Smith Pioneers on Saturday, Sep. 16.
Women’s soccer looks forward to NEWMAC title defense
The women’s volleyball team huddles during a timeout against Babson.
Women’s volleyball loses close match in NEWMAC opener
First-year forward Luke Maxwell celebrates his first career goal in the 86th minute against Wentworth.
Men’s soccer rallies to defeat Wentworth 2-0
Colin (left) and Brendan McNamara (right) after their second annual MTD Tournament.
More Than Different: Men’s basketball guard hosts summer tournament for scholarships
Emerson alumni and infielder Jake Hatch 23 (#15) celebrates after scoring a run against MIT on April 29. Courtesy of Anna Schoenmann
Emerson Grad Jake Hatch commits to Div. I Manhattan College
Should we have school spirit?
Should we have school spirit?
Illustration by Kellyn Taylor
‘Y’all means all’: a Southern queer kid’s take on Dylan Mulvaney’s talk
Illustration by Rachel Choi
#BiWeek and bisexuality as a cultural comparison
Photo by Ryli Stoker.
The criminalization of unhoused and impoverished populations in “college towns”
Illustration by Hailey Akau
“Community” is the tombstone to the episodic sitcom’s grave
Should we have school spirit?
Should we have school spirit?
Illustration by Rachel Choi
Editorial: Emerson College presents: a convincing performance of inclusivity
Emersons testing site at Tufts Medical Center.
Emerson’s COVID-19 protocols for spring semester warrant criticism
Editorial: Emerson should not make winter breaks harder for International Students
Editorial: Emerson should not make winter breaks harder for International Students
Editorial: Emerson should do more to address antisemitism on campus
Editorial: Emerson should do more to address antisemitism on campus
Illustration by Kellyn Taylor
‘Y’all means all’: a Southern queer kid’s take on Dylan Mulvaney’s talk
Illustration by Rachel Choi
#BiWeek and bisexuality as a cultural comparison
Photo by Ryli Stoker.
The criminalization of unhoused and impoverished populations in “college towns”
Illustration by Hailey Akau
“Community” is the tombstone to the episodic sitcom’s grave
Illustration by Rachel Choi
It’s time to retire the term AAPI
Illustration: Molly Boyke
‘The Nun II’: A sequel that might, hopefully, maybe could haunt your nightmares
Graphic: Clara Faulkner
From Emerson to the Edgars: Erin Dionne ‘99
Photo Courtesy: Charles Erickson
A Jewish journey: ‘Prayer for the French Republic’ comes to Boston
Graphic: Clara Faulkner
Olivia Rodrigo’s “GUTS”: a funeral of the modern day teenage girl
Graphic by Clara Faulkner
Exclusive: Iliza Shlesinger ‘05 is back in Boston
Kenneth Schlaud, untitled image meant to provide commentary about media coverage silencing the African American community.
Tech Noir: Huret & Spector Gallery’s New Exhibit
Highest achieving students recognized at 12th annual ERA Awards
Highest achieving students recognized at 12th annual ERA Awards
Brooke Shields’ ‘Pretty Baby’ exposes the sting of childhood sexualization
Brooke Shields’ ‘Pretty Baby’ exposes the sting of childhood sexualization
Pulitzer-winning photojournalist, Kent State shooting survivor John Filo discusses modern journalism
Pulitzer-winning photojournalist, Kent State shooting survivor John Filo discusses modern journalism
How to leave 4/20 on a high note
How to leave 4/20 on a high note
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
Courtesy: Virginia Tech
‘A truly lovely person’: Colleagues remember Pamela White, former Title IX & Clery Act coordinator
Pamela White, former associate vice president and Title IX & Clery act coordinator, dies at age 63
Pamela White, former associate vice president and Title IX & Clery act coordinator, dies at age 63
Where to go; Dominican food in Boston
Where to go; Dominican food in Boston
The Longest Day in Havana
‘The Longest Day in Havana’
Maddie Khaws family.
Asian enough
I’m dreaming of a white Christmas
I’m dreaming of a white Christmas
Hailey Akau and her family.
Hugs and Honis for my ʻOhana
“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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Emersonians celebrate Amigos 30th anniversary.

W Boston hosts Amigos’ 30th anniversary gala

By Kevin Guinan
February 2, 2023

Amigos Organización Latina celebrated its 30th anniversary with a gala held at the W hotel in Downtown Boston last Friday night.  The event, which had Latin food, live music, and a dance floor, had...

The exterior of the W hotel.

Students moved to W Boston Hotel in effort to create more isolation spaces

By Abigail Lee, Magazine Editor
February 3, 2022

Emerson relocated 40 students to the W Boston Hotel at the beginning of the spring semester,  in order to free up spaces for on-campus isolation in the face of surging COVID-19 cases.  Students were...

An ECPD patrol vehicle.

Incident Journal: Bypasses of security in the Little Building, fire alarm set off at Park Plaza Hotel

By Frankie Rowley, Content Managing Editor
March 3, 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 but not for content. Tuesday, Feb. 23  ECPD...

An ECPD patrol vehicle.

Incident Journal: Pizza oven fire extinguished in Dining Center, contraband found in Little Building

By Frankie Rowley, Content Managing Editor
February 14, 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 but not for content. Monday, Feb. 8 ECPD...

An ECPD patrol vehicle.

Incident Journal: Two non-Emerson members found in Little Building, fire alarm set off in Park Plaza Hotel

By Ann E. Matica, Deputy News Editor
February 10, 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 but not for content. Monday, Feb. 1  ECPD...

A man walking past the W Hotel on Stuart St.

Residents at the W Hotel moved off 12th floor

By Alec Klusza, Assistant News Editor
February 10, 2021

With less than a week of warning, students living on the 12th floor at the W Hotel packed their belongings last week and moved to a new room assignment on floors five through 11. Emerson announced they...

A man walking past the W Hotel on Stuart St.

W hotel privacy eases some students’ worries about on-campus living

By Frankie Rowley, Content Managing Editor
January 30, 2021

Student residents of the luxury W hotel expressed they felt safer living in the converted dorm space due to limited interaction with others—seclusion they said difficult to attain in normal campus living.  The...

An ECPD patrol vehicle.

Incident Journal: Man barricaded in W Hotel, multiple student guest violations

November 17, 2020

The Emerson College Police Department provides the Incident Journal to The Beacon every week. Beacon staff edit the Incident Journal for style and clarity, but not for content. Monday, October 26 ECPD...

A man walking past the W Hotel on Stuart St.

W Hotel to continue housing students in spring

By Patrick Pierce
November 14, 2020

Emerson will continue to house students and hold classes in the four-star W hotel during the spring semester, extending a deal that put approximately 200 students in the downtown space this fall. Students...

BPD and EMS respond to a situation involving a non-Emerson guest in the W hotel on Nov. 5

Guest emergency prompts W hotel lockdown

By Andrew Brinker, Senior Investigative Reporter
November 5, 2020

Boston Police and EMS responded to an emergency incident at the W Hotel involving a non-Emerson guest on the 14th floor Thursday night. A man could be seen smashing windows with what police described...

A man walking past the W Hotel on Stuart St.

WiFi out in W hotel due to Verizon outage

By Charlie McKenna
October 22, 2020

Students living in the W Boston hotel lost wifi early Thursday evening, due to an internet outage in the area. Students living in the hotel received an email from the Office of Housing and Residential...

A man walking past the W Hotel on Stuart St.

Hotels as college dorms? Pandemic forces new reality

By Lily Schutt
October 1, 2020

Dorm life on Emerson’s vertical Boston campus is a far cry from traditional college housing. Here, students pack elevators to ascend to their four- to eight-person suites, sometimes nearly 20 stories...

An ECPD patrol vehicle.

Incident Journal: Three students trapped in Little Building elevator

By Beacon Staff
September 30, 2020

The Emerson College Police Department provides the Incident Journal to The Beacon every week. Beacon staff edit the Incident Journal for style and clarity but not for content. Tuesday September 22   A...

Emerson will remove plexiglass dividers installed in classrooms preceding the Fall 2021 semester.

Campus capacity severely limited with new retrofitting measures

By Charlie McKenna
August 27, 2020

The rapidly approaching fall semester will see Emerson’s vertical downtown Boston campus drastically altered due to COVID-19 safety restrictions and new retrofitting designed to keep larger groups from...

A man walking past the W Hotel on Stuart St.

W hotel to be used as temporary residence for more than 200 students

By Charlie McKenna
July 30, 2020

The college intends to house more than 200 students in the W hotel this semester, a measure being taken to accommodate social distancing on campus amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The decision was announced...

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