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Gabriele Osowiecki 23 (right) photographed with Liza Marsala 23 (left). The two are Co-Editors-in-Chief of Spires, MCLAs literary magazine.

How Osowiecki’s Love of Writing Has Led to Success at MCLA

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer March 20, 2023

This past week, the Beacon had the pleasure of interviewing Gabrielle “Gabbi” Osowiecki regarding her time here at MCLA!  Osowiecki, a current senior graduating in May, is an English Major...

Asbestos in Venable and Freel? What is happening!

Asbestos in Venable and Freel? What is happening!

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer March 9, 2023

Asbestos has been hiding around MCLA’s campus for quite some time now. What is asbestos, you might ask? Asbestos is a naturally fibrous mineral that occurs in vinyl flooring, ceiling tiles, certain paints,...

Class Council and SGA Vacancies, and Fundraisers

Class Council and SGA Vacancies, and Fundraisers

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer March 2, 2023

On Friday, February 24th, MCLA’s 2025 class council held a fundraiser in the Campus Center Marketplace. The fundraiser consisted of a variety of donuts from Shire Donuts— which can be found in...

The student interviewed for this story chose to remain anonymous, although their story is likely familiar to many college athletes who have experienced mental health issues and struggles with juggling their sport with school.

The Life of a College Athlete – Injuries, Mental Health, and More

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer February 16, 2023

Being a college athlete is a tough track to navigate, whether you’re on the field, in the gym, or running cross country. It’s understandable that some would struggle with the strenuous schedule...

Phil Anderson ‘23 and Wesley Call ‘22 at a previous Ski Club trip. Ski Club has grown in numbers this year but is always looking for more people interesting in joining.

Ski Club is Looking for New Members!

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer February 16, 2023

Ski Club had their first meeting of the semester on Wednesday, February 8th. There, they discussed their first trip of the semester and other exciting things. The trip occurred this past weekend...

Associate Professor Hannah Haynes recently launched her new book “Deflecting Whiteness: co-opting Black and Latinx Identity Politics.”

MCLA Professor Hannah Haynes Holds Launch for New Book

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer December 12, 2022

On Thursday, December 1st, Hannah Noel Haynes, associate professor of interdisciplinary studies at MCLA, launched her new book, “Deflective Whiteness: Co-opting Black and Latinx Identity Politics,”...

SGA: Student Leadership, Townhouse Construction, and Attendance Policies

SGA: Student Leadership, Townhouse Construction, and Attendance Policies

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer November 20, 2022

On Monday, November 7th, Student Government Association (SGA) held a meeting about recent concerns of the MCLA community with President James Birge as the guest speaker of the meeting.  President...

The strawberry banana smoothie, also known as “Berkshire’s Best”, is the businesses best selling flavor so far. (photo by chloe Golebiewski)

Love Smoothies and Supporting Local Businesses? Check Out Berkshire Blends

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer November 10, 2022

Stephanie Burdick, a small business owner residing in Florida, Massachusetts had dreamt of opening her own business for a while. As of May 2022, she accomplished that with the new smoothie shop, located...

Wang Chen is MCLA’s artist-in-residence for the next nine months, and recently gave a lecture describing their art and to give advice to aspiring artists. (Photo by Johnluke Kunce)

Artist-in-Residence Wang Chen Gives Advice to Student Artists in Lecture

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer October 31, 2022

Wang Chen, MCLA’s artist-in-residence for the next nine months, held a lecture in Murdock 218 on Thursday, October 13th to talk about some of their work and give advice to aspiring artists. Chen,...

This year’s Day of Dialogue occured on Oct. 19, 2022. The theme was “Racism is a Public Health Issue.” This is a theme that the organizers of the event felt was very relevant to current events.

“Racism is a Public Health Issue”: MCLA Holds Annual Day of Dialogue

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer October 31, 2022

MCLA’s 5th annual Day of Dialogue occurred on Wednesday, October 19th. This year’s theme was “Racism is a Public Health Issue,” which is very relevant today. The Keynote Session, presented...

Hailey Expresses Her Creativity and Connects with Others Through Art

Hailey Expresses Her Creativity and Connects with Others Through Art

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer October 14, 2022

Hailey Rolon, a junior Studio Art major, with a minor in Creative Writing who came to MCLA to “be full-force creative. All I want to do is make things and show them to the world.” When asked about...

The Elizabeth Freeman Center holds the Rise Together for Safety and Justice Walk annually. (Photo from The Elizabeth Freeman Center).

Safety and Justice Walk Empowers Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence

Chloe Golebiewski, Staff Writer October 4, 2022

On Thursday, September 29th, the Elizabeth Freeman Center put on their annual Safety and Justice Walk to raise money and awareness for support of domestic and sexual violence survivors. The walk began...

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