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Green Day in 1994

Why is Green Day Still Relevant 30 Years After “Dookie”?

Angelina Clark, Web Editor February 12, 2024

Bienvenue à (welcome to) J’adore la Créativité (In English: I Love Creativity) In this column, I will write about various topics involving arts, entertainment, and culture. I aim to focus on unique...

Photo from Rhode Island Comic Con | Facebook.

Nerds in New England: My Experience at Rhode Island Comic Con

Angelina Clark, Web Editor November 8, 2023

Picture this: a massive building with multiple floors, connected by escalators and filled with art and merchandise showcasing various media such as anime, video games, and movies, and, of course, individuals...

An Open Letter to Students

An Open Letter to Students

Dr. Samantha Pettey, Political Science Department November 1, 2023

I recently sent an open letter to my faculty colleagues here at the college and thought I’d share with you some of what I said to them, while hoping you also consider and take to heart the message.     I...

Student Leaders

Student Leaders

Jaden Jackson October 5, 2023

“Become a leader." As college students we have heard this phrase since the application season of our senior year of high school. Making your mark on your campus, and becoming a leader within your community...

Zodiac constellation of Taurus on background of hand drawn symbol in engraving style. Vector retro graphic illustration of astrological sign Bull.

Written in the Stars: Your May Horoscope

Macayla Flanigan, Copy Editor / Columnist April 23, 2023

Happy, happy Taurus season! As a little PSA before the main event (horoscopes!) I’m gonna tell you everything you need to know about the (as I’m writing this) upcoming Mercury retrograde and...

A Check-In On Our New Years Resolutions

A Check-In On Our New Year’s Resolutions

Jillian Currier, Co-Editor-in-Chief April 23, 2023

I think everyone has those moments approaching the New Year where they really feel themselves start to change, start to think about all the changes they’re going to make, and dream about how wonderful...

MCLA Seniors Look Towards Graduation and the Future

MCLA Seniors Look Towards Graduation and the Future

Ashley DelRatez, Staff Writer April 23, 2023

With graduation in less than thirty days, and the spring semester slowly coming to a close, MCLA seniors are preparing for their next steps. While it’s an exciting time there are also thoughts of anxiety...

To BORG or Not to BORG?

To BORG or Not to BORG?

Jaden Jackson, Staff Writer April 23, 2023

The BORG or Black Out Rage Gallon has been sweeping college campuses around the nation for the last few months. Since its inception in late 2018, the sugary sweet alcoholic drink has exponentially grown...

The Trip of a Lifetime: My Experience in the Japan Travel Course

The Trip of a Lifetime: My Experience in the Japan Travel Course

Ashley DelRatez, Staff Writer April 6, 2023

When I told people about my opportunity to go to Japan this semester through a travel course being offered at MCLA, they were often surprised by my choice. They’d say something along the lines of...

Written in the Stars: Astrology for Dummies

Written in the Stars: Astrology for Dummies

Macayla Flanigan, Copy Editor / Columnist March 16, 2023

There seems to be a lot of misunderstanding in the world on what astrology actually is, some think it's witchcraft and others just confuse it with astronomy... so here we go!   Astrology is not magic...

All of Us Villains: The Best Book Series Youve Never Heard Of

All of Us Villains: The Best Book Series You’ve Never Heard Of

Nicole Lemire, Co-Editor-in-Chief March 9, 2023

*This review of All of Us Villains contains spoilers!*   In a lot of ways, my taste in books can be considered very basic. I get a lot of my recommendations either from friends or from Book...

“Daisy Jones & The Six” is a popular  novel which follows the rise and fall of a fictional 70s rock band. Amazon Prime Video announced that they would be adapting the novel into a miniseries which will premiere on March 3, 2023.

From the Page to the Screen: Daisy Jones & The Six Hits Prime Video

Nicole Lemire, Co-Editor-in-Chief March 2, 2023

This book review of Daisy Jones & The Six is spoiler free! By the time this issue of The Beacon hits the press, there will only be one day until the highly anticipated television adaptation...

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