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The Student News Site of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

The Student News Site of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

The Online Beacon

The Online Beacon

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Lets Talk Trivia With WJJW

Let’s Talk Trivia With WJJW

Mariposa Ribon, Staff Writer March 27, 2024

On Wednesday, March 6th, WWJW hosted a game of Music-Themed Trivia in the Campus Center Marketplace, offering a chance for MCLA students to win a prize. The prizes consisted of headphones, along with other...

Student Spotlight: Tonimarie Basil ‘26

Student Spotlight: Tonimarie Basil ‘26

Karen Yamada, Staff Writer February 5, 2024

Meet Tonimarie Basil, affectionately known as Toni, a second-semester sophomore at MCLA majoring in communications with a minor in creative writing. Beyond her academic pursuits, Toni plays a pivotal role...

As was the case with many campus clubs, COVID-19 caused a drastic decrease in membership and interest from students. (photo by Jillian Currier)

DJs Wanted: WJJW Looks to Increase Membership

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

The E-Board of WJJW are excited for the semester ahead and to begin rebuilding club membership following a decline in interest during the pandemic. WJJW is MCLA’s radio station, which broadcasts...

Audrey Perdue, DJ, in the WJJW station during her show.

“Soundbox” with Audrey Perdue, DJ

Tonimarie Basil, Staff Writer March 2, 2023

If you happen to take a walk on the third floor of the Amsler Campus Center around 4:30 pm on a Friday, you might have a chance to hear the sultry and feminine tones of Julia Jacklin or Katy Kirby’s...

Young advocates for students to get involved on campus and join clubs.

Student Spotlight: From LEAD Academy to Law School

Jaden Jackson, Staff Writer February 16, 2023

If anyone exemplifies MCLA’s mission statement to cultivate “excellence in learning and teaching, innovative scholarship, intellectual creativity, public service, applied knowledge, and active...

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