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The Online Beacon

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Addressing the Mold Concern: Insights into MCLA's Current Situation

Addressing the Mold Concern: Insights into MCLA’s Current Situation

Karen Yamada, Staff Writer February 27, 2024

As concerns about mold and water incursion persist on the MCLA campus, the institution has embarked on a proactive journey to fortify its buildings and enhance safety measures. These proactive actions,...

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An Update on Venable Hall: Mold and an Immediate Closure

Em Marlay-Wright, Staff Writer November 28, 2023

An email was sent out to students on November 15th, 2023, at 5:36 pm by Barbara Chaput, the Executive Director of Human Resources, announcing the Venable was being closed down and that numerous groups...

Photograph by Beacon photographer Johnluke Kunce.

Photo Gallery: 2023 Nostalgia Night

October 21, 2023

Enjoy a collection of photos of the 2023 Nostalgia Night, held in Venable Hall on October 19th, by Beacon Photographer Johnluke Kunce.

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Asbestos is BACK in Venable Hall!

Jackie Cohen, Staff Writer October 9, 2023

We have all been wondering what’s happening with Venable Hall and Freel Library for a while now. Why was it closed down for work, and what does asbestos have to do with it? According to Asbestos.com,...

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,...

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