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A Peek Into the Closing of Hoosac Hall and Reopening of Berkshire Towers
April 19, 2024
Welcoming Tamar Sarai: Champion of Narrative Justice
Welcoming Tamar Sarai: Champion of Narrative Justice
April 18, 2024
Photo of Tamar Sarai
A Preview of Tamar Sarai’ Hardman Journalist in Residence Lecture
April 17, 2024
Photo from The Berkshire Eagle
Mass MOCA Strike Is Over!
April 16, 2024
Graduate student Noah Yearsley joined the 1000 point club at the Men’s Basketball game against Norwich University on Nov. 8. The Trailblazers lost 77-76. (photo by johnluke Kunce)
March Madness 3v3 Basketball Tournament: My Masculinity Dialogue Group in Collaboration With Residence Hall Association
April 15, 2024
Welcoming Tamar Sarai: Champion of Narrative Justice
Welcoming Tamar Sarai: Champion of Narrative Justice
April 18, 2024
Photo of Tamar Sarai
A Preview of Tamar Sarai’ Hardman Journalist in Residence Lecture
April 17, 2024
“Music is a Heartbeat” -Drew Angus
“Music is a Heartbeat” -Drew Angus
April 10, 2024
Photo of Flavia Adabía
Inside the Life of Up-and-Coming Music Artist, Flavia Abadía
April 5, 2024
The official cover of MCLA Student Bobby Lane's '24 first solo album, Backtalk.
The Voice Heard ‘Round MCLA: Lane’s Presence Felt Around Campus
March 19, 2024
“Music is a Heartbeat” -Drew Angus
“Music is a Heartbeat” -Drew Angus
April 10, 2024
Graphic by Angelina Clark
Top 10 Films of 2023: A Critic’s Guide
April 8, 2024
Photo of Flavia Adabía
Inside the Life of Up-and-Coming Music Artist, Flavia Abadía
April 5, 2024
Photo credit to @danielhowell on Instagram
We’re All Doomed! The End of the World Through the Eyes of Daniel Howell
April 3, 2024
The official cover of MCLA Student Bobby Lane's '24 first solo album, Backtalk.
The Voice Heard ‘Round MCLA: Lane’s Presence Felt Around Campus
March 19, 2024
Graduate student Noah Yearsley joined the 1000 point club at the Men’s Basketball game against Norwich University on Nov. 8. The Trailblazers lost 77-76. (photo by johnluke Kunce)
March Madness 3v3 Basketball Tournament: My Masculinity Dialogue Group in Collaboration With Residence Hall Association
April 15, 2024
Women's Hockey Recap: Trailblazers Persevere in Inaugural Season Despite Adversity
Women’s Hockey Recap: Trailblazers Persevere in Inaugural Season Despite Adversity
March 25, 2024
A New Era: A Preview of the 2024 MCLA Baseball Season
A New Era: A Preview of the 2024 MCLA Baseball Season
March 22, 2024
The official cover of MCLA Student Bobby Lane's '24 first solo album, Backtalk.
The Voice Heard ‘Round MCLA: Lane’s Presence Felt Around Campus
March 19, 2024
Photo sourced from MCLA Athletics.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day
March 7, 2024
Photo credit to @danielhowell on Instagram
We’re All Doomed! The End of the World Through the Eyes of Daniel Howell
April 3, 2024
Green Day in 1994
Why is Green Day Still Relevant 30 Years After “Dookie”?
February 12, 2024
Photo from Rhode Island Comic Con | Facebook.
Nerds in New England: My Experience at Rhode Island Comic Con
November 8, 2023
An Open Letter to Students
An Open Letter to Students
November 1, 2023
Student Leaders
Student Leaders
October 5, 2023
Staff Bio: Madi Ogorzalek
Staff Bio: Madi Ogorzalek
October 4, 2023
Staff Bio: Jaden
Staff Bio: Jaden
October 2, 2023
E-Board Bio: Owen Brown
E-Board Bio: Owen Brown
October 2, 2023
Staff Bio: Mac
Staff Bio: Mac
October 2, 2023
Staff Bio: Aurora
Staff Bio: Aurora
September 26, 2023
Photograph by Beacon photographer Johnluke Kunce.
Photo Gallery: 2023 Nostalgia Night
October 21, 2023

The Online Beacon

The Online Beacon

Angelina Clark, Web Editor

All content by Angelina Clark
Photo credit to @danielhowell on Instagram

We’re All Doomed! The End of the World Through the Eyes of Daniel Howell

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
April 3, 2024
Cover of “Ubuntu”

Ubuntu: An African Philosophy of Justice and Kindness, as told by MCLA Philosophy Professor Paul Nnodim

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
March 27, 2024
Alexis Moses and Max Shramko encourage students to know about upcoming elections and hope to educate new voters on how to vote!

What is MASSPIRG Students, and How Are They Helping Society and the Climate?

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
February 29, 2024
The English and Communications Split

The English and Communications Split

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
February 22, 2024
Green Day in 1994

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

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
February 12, 2024
Photo by professor of communications Michael Birch.

The Transgender Day of Remembrance and How Students Can be Allies

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
December 8, 2023
Photo credit to Amoure Joseph

Student Spotlight: Amoure Joseph ‘23

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
November 30, 2023
Xbox print advertisement, copyright Microsoft.

22 Years of the Xbox: A Retrospective of the Original Microsoft Console

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
November 29, 2023
Images Cinema Showcases Diverse Films at Indigenous Peoples Film Festival

Images Cinema Showcases Diverse Films at Indigenous Peoples Film Festival

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
November 17, 2023
Photo by Angelina Clark

A Deep Dive into MCLA’s Language Department

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
November 9, 2023
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
MCLA Theatre Lab Gets Ready to Tango with Tango Palace and Dr. Kheal

MCLA Theatre Lab Gets Ready to Tango with Tango Palace and Dr. Kheal

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
November 7, 2023
Dr. Birch recently spoke with The Beacon about the issues being faced by the Comm. department, as well as potential solutions. (Photo from mcla.edu)

Professor Birch and The Beacon: Discussing the Relationship Between MCLA’s Student Newspaper and Professors

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
October 31, 2023
Photo owned by Lionsgate.

Do You Want to Play a Game?: A Review of Horror Film “Saw X”

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
October 30, 2023
The outside of Mark Hopkins Hall. Photo taken by Angelina Clark.

MCLA Students Fall for Autumn-Themed Event in Mark Hopkins

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
October 23, 2023
The banquet hall at Norad Mill, decorated for the 2023 MCLA Athletics' Hall of Fame Induction. Photograph by Angelina Clark.

Inside MCLA Athletic’s 2023 Hall of Fame Induction

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
October 4, 2023
Catching Up With MCLA Confessions: The Past, Present, and Future

Catching Up With MCLA Confessions: The Past, Present, and Future

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
September 29, 2023
E-Board Bio: Angelina

E-Board Bio: Angelina

Angelina Clark
September 26, 2023
Previously owned by Moresi and Associates, this building on Ashland Street was a go-to for college students looking to move off-campus.

The MCLA Off-Campus Housing Crisis

Angelina Clark, Web Editor
September 26, 2023
Western Mass Area Labor Federation (WMALF) aims to bring union members of Western Massachusetts together, in addition to fighting for student debt forgiveness. Photo by Angelina Clark.

“A Debt-Free Future is Possible” for College Students in Massachusetts

Angelina Clark, Staff Writer
April 23, 2023
MCLA Students Travel the World During 2023 Spring Break

MCLA Students Travel the World During 2023 Spring Break

Angelina Clark, Staff Writer
April 6, 2023
*BACON* Maple vs. Murdock: Who Deserves the Title of MCLA's Mascot?

*BACON* Maple vs. Murdock: Who Deserves the Title of MCLA’s Mascot?

Angelina Clark, Staff Writer
April 6, 2023
photo by Angelina Clark

SGA Brings the Carnival to MCLA

Angelina Clark, Staff Writer
March 9, 2023
The Networking Social Showcases Berkshire Job Opportunities

The Networking Social Showcases Berkshire Job Opportunities

Angelina Clark, Staff Writer
March 2, 2023
Nexxus is one of the many clubs on campus that is boasting high numbers since the pandemic. (photo courtesy of Taylor Hope)

Nexxus Steps Up and Brings Step Dance to MCLA

Angelina Clark, Staff Writer
March 2, 2023
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