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A wide view look at the newly renovated Ron Shewcraft Field. Mens and Womens Soccer, Mens Lacrosse, and Softball will call this field home for years to come
A New Era: MCLA Unveils Newly Renovated Shewcraft Field
September 30, 2023
Exciting News Alert: Freel Library Blossoms into a Green Paradise
Exciting News Alert: Freel Library Blossoms into a Green Paradise
September 28, 2023
Photo from iBerkshires
Let the Good Times Roll: Welcomefest for Students and Staff
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
September 26, 2023
Making a Difference: MCLAs Spring Day of Service Connects Students With Community Needs
Making a Difference: MCLA’s Spring Day of Service Connects Students With Community Needs
April 23, 2023
English and Communications Department Welcomes New Social Media Manager
English and Communications Department Welcomes New Social Media Manager
September 29, 2023
Catching Up With MCLA Confessions: The Past, Present, and Future
Catching Up With MCLA Confessions: The Past, Present, and Future
September 29, 2023
Photo by Jeannette Smith
Goodbye Maple, Hello Joey
September 27, 2023
Maple’s First Birthday Party: Dogs Upon Dogs
Maple’s First Birthday Party: Dogs Upon Dogs
April 23, 2023
41 Years and Counting, LeSage Reflects on Experience at MCLA
41 Years and Counting, LeSage Reflects on Experience at MCLA
April 23, 2023
How Successions Final Season is Already its Best
How Succession’s Final Season is Already its Best
April 23, 2023
Queer Student Union Holds Annual Drag Dance
Queer Student Union Holds Annual Drag Dance
April 23, 2023
Dance Co. Presents Spring Showcase
Dance Co. Presents Spring Showcase
April 23, 2023
Enchanted Animals Comes Back to MCLA
Enchanted Animals Comes Back to MCLA
April 6, 2023
Just Some Self-Care, Dont Mind Me
Just Some Self-Care, Don’t Mind Me
April 6, 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
October 4, 2023
A wide view look at the newly renovated Ron Shewcraft Field. Mens and Womens Soccer, Mens Lacrosse, and Softball will call this field home for years to come
A New Era: MCLA Unveils Newly Renovated Shewcraft Field
September 30, 2023
Goalie Ryan Taylor 25 kicking the ball back into the field of play. Taylor recently was named starting goalie for the mens team after former goalie Sam Edge 23 left for graduation (via MCLA Athletics).
A Look at the 2023 MCLA Soccer Seasons
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
April 23, 2023
Sports Roundup: Spring 2023 Seasons
Sports Roundup: Spring 2023 Seasons
April 23, 2023
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
April 23, 2023
A Check-In On Our New Years Resolutions
A Check-In On Our New Year’s Resolutions
April 23, 2023
MCLA Seniors Look Towards Graduation and the Future
MCLA Seniors Look Towards Graduation and the Future
April 23, 2023
To BORG or Not to BORG?
To BORG or Not to BORG?
April 23, 2023
The Trip of a Lifetime: My Experience in the Japan Travel Course
The Trip of a Lifetime: My Experience in the Japan Travel Course
April 6, 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

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Goodbye Maple, Hello Joey

Madelyn Ogorzalek, Staff Writer • September 27, 2023

In a dark corner of the Amsler Campus Center’s third floor sits office 318, a now bleak space with nothing inhabiting it, a stark contrast to the student excitement that once filled the room.  This...

Maple’s First Birthday Party: Dogs Upon Dogs

Maple’s First Birthday Party: Dogs Upon Dogs

Lily Richard, Arts and Entertainment Editor • April 23, 2023

On Wednesday, April 12, Maple, the campus comfort dog, celebrated her first birthday with around six other canine friends and plenty of students. What better way to spend your afternoon than being surrounded...

*BACON* Maple vs. Murdock: Who Deserves the Title of MCLAs Mascot?

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

Angelina Clark, Staff Writer • April 6, 2023

Disclaimer: The Bacon is the April Fool’s Edition of The Beacon. The following story is purely for entertainment and is NOT meant to be taken as a serious news story! There has been some chatter...

Whats Scarier: Halloween or Midterms? Freel Library Holds Monster Mash Study Event

What’s Scarier: Halloween or Midterms? Freel Library Holds Monster Mash Study Event

Dylan Slonka, Staff Writer • October 31, 2022

The Freel Library’s “Monster Mash” study event was held on October 12th and saw an attendance of quite a few students. The event, spearheaded by Dr. Amber Engelson, the chair of the English...

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