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Michael DeMarsico (right), with his family. DeMarsico passed away unexpectedly on November 17.

MCLA Mourns: Remembering Michael DeMarsico

The Beacon • November 20, 2024

On November 17th, the MCLA community was rocked by the loss of one of its' own. Michael DeMarsico, a beloved member of MCLA’s facilities department,...

Land Ownership and Documentary Poetics: Anaïs Duplan’s Lecture at MOSAIC

Anna Najimy, Arts and Entertainment Editor • November 19, 2024

On November 7th, MCLA students and faculty, as well as the public of North Adams, gathered for an lecture by Anaïs Duplan (he/they) at the MOSAIC...

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Students gather by the temporary Rage Room outside the Amlser Campus Center.

Breaking Stress: How MCLA’s Rage Room Helped Students Tackle Midterms

Karen Yamada, Staff Writer • November 3, 2024

Midterms at MCLA are a notoriously stressful time for students. With multiple exams, assignments, and projects demanding attention, it’s easy...

All equipment used while investigation MCLA. From left to right: 3 EMF readers, vibration box, communicator, and another EMF reader

The Night of the Paranormal

Lucas Smith, Staff Writer • October 31, 2024

With the spooky season upon us, students all across campus are eager to get into the spooky spirit. However, what if the "spooky" is real, and...