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Student Financial Services Clerk, Becky Lincoln, processes paperwork at MCLA’s SFS office in Eldridge Hall.
The FAFSA Fiasco: What Happened Last Year?
November 2, 2024
On August 28, MCLA officially announced the partnership with officially licensed vender, Influxer.
NIL Comes to MCLA with Partnership of Influxer
October 22, 2024
MCLA Athletics Teams Up with TicketSmarter: A New Era of Ticketing and Fan Experience Begins
MCLA Athletics Teams Up with TicketSmarter: A New Era of Ticketing and Fan Experience Begins
October 21, 2024
Mat Gover '27, of Atkinson, NH, won this year's MASCAC golf tournament, earning back-to-back titles.
MCLA Golf’s Stellar Season: Gover Leads All-Conference Honors
October 18, 2024
The War on Drugs: Berkshire Harm Reduction Visits MCLA
October 4, 2024
Poetry Collective co-founder and president Matt Lewellyn listens to spoken word poetry at the club's workshop on Oct. 29th.
Speak Out: The Poetry Collective’s Spoken Word Workshop
November 13, 2024
Participants from the URSCA conference pose outside the Center for Science and Innovation here at MCLA.
Exploring Knowledge and Creativity: MCLA Hosts the 2024 Northeast URSCA Conference
November 9, 2024
Amos Kennedy prepares the printing press for use during the Day of Dialogue at MCLA.
Printing and Citizenship: Amos Kennedy’s Anti-Racist Art
November 6, 2024
Shela Levante, one of the presenters for this year's Annual Day of Dialogue at MCLA, led a session highlighting the MMIW crisis and ways students can help.
Are You Press Worthy? The Silent Epidemic of Missing Indigenous Women
November 4, 2024
Amos Kennedy Jr. is a letterpress printer from Detroit. His work is on walls around the world.
Not Dead Yet: Letterpress Printing’s Amos Kennedy
October 29, 2024
Students gather by the temporary Rage Room outside the Amlser Campus Center.
Breaking Stress: How MCLA’s Rage Room Helped Students Tackle Midterms
November 3, 2024
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
October 31, 2024
Mannie McBride, Chief Editor of Spires, announces the next poet up to the stage.
Spires Open Mic Night Brings Artists Together
October 30, 2024
Amos Kennedy Jr. is a letterpress printer from Detroit. His work is on walls around the world.
Not Dead Yet: Letterpress Printing’s Amos Kennedy
October 29, 2024
The welcome sign at Freel Library's Midterm Monster Mash Study Session.
Midterm Monster Mash Study Night: A Spooky Good Time for Academic Success
October 27, 2024
A team photo of the 2023-24 MCLA Women's Basketball team. The 2024-25 season would be cancelled in large part due to a lack of players on the roster this year.
No Season on the Court: MCLA Announces Cancellation of 2024-25 Women’s Basketball Season
November 17, 2024
Trailblazer Brandon Balcazar '19 clinched a win for MCLA in the final home game of the season for the Men's Soccer team.
A Last-Minute Masterpiece: Men’s Soccer Seals a Home Win with a Final-Second Goal
November 14, 2024
Cheyenne Laszo steps into a new role at MCLA this semester as Head Coach of the college's Esports team.
Welcome MCLA’s First Esports Coach: Cheyenne Laszlo
October 19, 2024
Mat Gover '27, of Atkinson, NH, won this year's MASCAC golf tournament, earning back-to-back titles.
MCLA Golf’s Stellar Season: Gover Leads All-Conference Honors
October 18, 2024
MCLA women's volleyball huddles up.
MCLA Volleyball Rallies in a Close Defeat Against Bay Path University
October 15, 2024
Reclaiming Lost Narratives: MCLA Day of Dialogue 2024
Reclaiming Lost Narratives: MCLA Day of Dialogue 2024
October 2, 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
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

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Owen Brown, Editor-in-Chief

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A team photo of the 2023-24 MCLA Women's Basketball team. The 2024-25 season would be cancelled in large part due to a lack of players on the roster this year.

No Season on the Court: MCLA Announces Cancellation of 2024-25 Women’s Basketball Season

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
November 17, 2024
On August 28, MCLA officially announced the partnership with officially licensed vender, Influxer.

NIL Comes to MCLA with Partnership of Influxer

Owen Brown, Editor-in-Chief
October 22, 2024
Jacob Malburg '26 would score his team leading fourth goal of the season during MCLA's Friday night matchup against Framingham State University.

Manzolini’s Playmaking, Offensive Barrage Leads Men’s Soccer to Four Straight Wins in MASCAC Opener

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
September 30, 2024
Ryan Taylor would earn the win at net after picking up four saves in five opportunities. Taylor's performance against Lesley was a major factor in him winning the MASCAC Defensive Player of the Week.

An All-Around Performance Gets MCLA its First Home Win of the Season

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
September 19, 2024
A New Era: A Preview of the 2024 MCLA Baseball Season

A New Era: A Preview of the 2024 MCLA Baseball Season

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
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

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
March 19, 2024
Mahomes hoisting the Vince Lombardi Trophy, as the Kansas City Chiefs celebrate winning Super Bowl LVIII

A Solidified Dynasty: Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs Win Super Bowl LVIII, Second Consecutive Title

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
March 1, 2024
Guard Craig Williams '26 would lead the team in points with 18 during their matchup against Bridgewater State.

Key Offensive Bridgewater State Rally Leads to Upset Win over MCLA

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
February 14, 2024
Austin Rachiele '22 taking a swing during the Trailblazers annual spring break trip to Florida (via Austin Rachiele).

From the Berkshires to Division I Baseball: The Story of Pittsfield’s Austin Rachiele

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
February 13, 2024
The MCLA Men's Soccer team starting lineup posing for a photo prior to their final game against Bridgewater State (via MCLA Athletics).

Promise for the Future and Great Memories Wraps Up the 2023 Men’s Soccer Season

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
February 6, 2024
Zaylee Ramos '26 reading the play on offense. Ramos would finish the game leading all scorers with 17 points (via MCLA Athletics).

Women’s Basketball Loss to Saint Joseph Wraps Up First Half of the Season

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
February 2, 2024
The MCLA Men's Hockey team preparing to make substitutions during a game at UMass Dartmouth (via MCLA Athletics).

Old Traditions and a New Legacy: MCLA Hockey Returns to the Ice for First Season in 20 Years

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
January 30, 2024
Patrick Casagrande (Left) and Elyjah Garneau (Right) running during the Panther Invitational hosted by the Albany College of Pharmacy and Sciences at Indian Ladder Farms (via MCLA Athletics).

Runner Up: A Look Back at the 2023 MCLA Cross Country Season

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
January 29, 2024
Graphic by Angelina Clark.

A Career in the Works: Gover Talks Life On and Off the Links and the Ice

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
October 25, 2023
Photograph by Beacon photographer Johnluke Kunce.

Women’s Soccer Dominates in New Shewcraft Field Home Opener

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
October 24, 2023
E-Board Bio: Owen Brown

E-Board Bio: Owen Brown

Owen Brown, Co-Editor-in-Chief
October 2, 2023
A wide view look at the newly renovated Ron Shewcraft Field. Men's and Women's Soccer, Men's Lacrosse, and Softball will call this field home for years to come

A New Era: MCLA Unveils Newly Renovated Shewcraft Field

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
September 30, 2023
Goalie Ryan Taylor '25 kicking the ball back into the field of play. Taylor recently was named starting goalie for the men's team after former goalie Sam Edge '23 left for graduation (via MCLA Athletics).

A Look at the 2023 MCLA Soccer Seasons

Owen Brown, Editor in Chief
September 25, 2023
MCLA Softball Swept in Out-of-Conference Doubleheader Matchup Against Sage

MCLA Softball Swept in Out-of-Conference Doubleheader Matchup Against Sage

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
April 23, 2023
Sports Roundup: Spring 2023 Seasons

Sports Roundup: Spring 2023 Seasons

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
April 23, 2023
*BACON* President Jamie Birge to Join MCLA Baseball for Remainder of 2023 Season

*BACON* President Jamie Birge to Join MCLA Baseball for Remainder of 2023 Season

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
April 6, 2023
We Sleep in May: A Look at the 2023 NCAA March Madness Tournament

We Sleep in May: A Look at the 2023 NCAA March Madness Tournament

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
April 6, 2023
The Baseball team taking a photo after a win over Colby-Sawyer College. (via MCLA Athletics)

A “Business Trip”: Baseball and Softball Wrap-Up Annual Florida Trip

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
March 20, 2023
Student Athletes during the lecture. (photo from MCLA Athletics)

Establishing Team Culture: Beeckman Speaks with MCLA Athletics

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
March 9, 2023
From Baseball Player, Kyle Milligan, to Coach Milligan

From Baseball Player, Kyle Milligan, to Coach Milligan

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
March 2, 2023
Men’s Lacrosse Plays Record-Setting Game, Secures Opening Day Win

Men’s Lacrosse Plays Record-Setting Game, Secures Opening Day Win

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
March 2, 2023
The women’s team has faced many setbacks this season, but have continued to persist and work hard.

MCLA Basketball: Despite setbacks over break, strong return to the season

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
February 16, 2023
The softball team’s seniors are taking the freshmen under their wing ahead of the season.

Spring Sports are Starting Soon

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
February 16, 2023
Patrick Mahomes hoisting up the Vince Lombardi Trophy as the Chiefs go on to win their second Super Bowl in three years. (Photo by Christian Peterson/Getty Images)

Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs Win Super Bowl LVII

Owen Brown, Sports Editor
February 16, 2023
Kristie Zator ‘26 driving through traffic as she looks for a layup.

Despite Slow Start, Women’s Basketball Remains Determined and Hopeful

Owen Brown, Sports Writer
December 12, 2022
Randy Adams ready to take a swing during the Trailblazers' trip to Florida last season. (photo via MCLA Baseball)

Adams Returns for One Last Swing

Owen Brown, Sports Writer
December 12, 2022
The 10 seniors of the Women’s Soccer Team posing for a photo on Senior Day. Photographed from left to right: Em Marlay-Wright, Katelyn Piccolo, Savanna Amaral, Sophie Elser, Sarah Tomczyk, Jillian Currier, Claudia Bresett, Jess Halverson, Skyelyn Haynes, and Alyssa Porter. (photo from MCLA Athletics)

Senior Day Loss Wraps Up the 2022 Women’s Soccer Season

Owen Brown, Sports Writer
November 10, 2022
Reece Racette ‘23 during the Men’s Basketball pre-season game against SUNY Adirondack. The Trailblazers lost the game by five points. (photo by Johnluke Kunce)

Young Roster, Hard Work Crucial to Upcoming Men’s Basketball Season

Owen Brown, Sports Writer
November 10, 2022
Men’s Soccer Seniors Paolo Kareh, Max Whalen, Wesley Call, and Sam Edge on the field with their families during senior day. (Photo from MCLa Athletics)

Despite Loss on Senior Day, Men’s Soccer Remains Hopeful for MASCAC Playoff Games

Owen Brown, Sports Writer
October 31, 2022
Spring Sports Teams Prepare for Successful Upcoming Season

Spring Sports Teams Prepare for Successful Upcoming Season

Owen Brown, Sports Writer
October 31, 2022
Anais Badio ‘26 spikes the ball over the net. The Women’s Volleyball team is currently first place in the MASCAC standings. (Photo by Johnluke Kunce)

Women’s Volleyball Stays Hot, Closing in on Regular Season Championship

Owen Brown, Sports Writer
October 26, 2022
Students using the current esports facility at MCLA. (Photo by Owen Brown)

ESports Looking to Be a Huge Hit at MCLA

Owen Brown, Sports Writer
October 14, 2022
Sports Roundup 9/29

Sports Roundup 9/29

Savanna Amaral and Owen Brown
September 29, 2022
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