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A free and responsible press serving the UMass community since 1890

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Student Life
Humanitarian Actors host "You Can't Be Neutral On A Moving Train" at South College Humanities and Fine Arts Dean's Office on 11/14/24
Dr. Amanda McCorkindale discusses the humanitarian struggle of neutrality
By Juliana Pinelli and Lily Powell • December 8, 2024
UMass alumna Amanda McCorkindale delivers a thought-provoking talk on the ethical dilemmas and decisions of neutrality humanitarians face in the field.
Daily Collegian (2023)
UMass students raise concerns about allergies in dining commons
By Emma Bensley, Collegian Staff • December 2, 2024
The UMass Marching Band prepares for the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade on the fields behind the John Francis Kennedy Champions Center on 11/19/2024.
Minuteman Marching Band Prepares for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
By Emily Albert, Collegian Correspondent • November 24, 2024
2014 Williams College horse show.
UMass Dressage Team creates a community for all students
By Sydney Warren, Collegian Staff • November 20, 2024
Administration
UMass for Palestine groups hold the second People's Assembly at the Commonwealth Honors College on 12/06/24.
The UMass People’s Assembly met to discuss unionizing, solidarity and the future
By Alexandra Hill and Kalina Kornacki • December 8, 2024
On Dec. 6, over 50 people attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst People’s Assembly held at the Commonwealth Honors College Events
UMass labor union groups demonstrate in front of the Whitmore Administration Building to demand fair wages on 12/05/2024
UMass union members rally for a better workplace
By Bella Astrofsky and Eve Neumann • December 5, 2024
Union members attended a stroller rally for on-campus childcare support. Members walked from the Student Union to the Whitmore Administrative Building on 11/01/2024.
Union Rally stroller parade rolls through campus for childcare
By Kalina Kornacki, Head Photo Editor • November 3, 2024
UMass Students for Justice in Palestine hold first rally of semester
UMass Students for Justice in Palestine hold first rally of semester
By Johnny Depin, Eve Neumann, and Alexandra Hill • September 26, 2024
Local News
A fire started at Orchard Hill Residential near the Observatory during a red-flag warning drought on 11/18/2024. Courtesy of Ruby Morris
Connecticut River Valley region elevated to critical drought status by Mass. EEA
By Nathan Legare, Head Social Media Editor • November 24, 2024
The Connecticut River Valley region was elevated to Critical Drought status. Here’s what that means for Amherst residents.
Explaining the PVTA 31 Extension: What does it mean for UMass students?
Explaining the PVTA 31 Extension: What does it mean for UMass students?
By Grace Chai, Collegian Staff • November 19, 2024
Daily Collegian (2024)
UMass Amherst Sunrise movement holds ‘Walkout Against Trump’
By Daniel Frank and Kalina Kornacki • November 10, 2024
(Collegian file photo)
“Blarney Blowout” results in fines for many Townehouse residents
By Mia Blue, Collegian Staff • June 7, 2024
SGA
SGA holds a meeting on 12/11/24 in the Black Box Theater.
SGA holds last Senate meeting of the semester
By Nathan Legare and Abby Joyce • December 19, 2024
Humphries gave speeches for each winner, calling Nassar “upstanding, professional and dedicated.”
SGA introduce fuerzas de Tareas Ejecutivas nuevas
SGA introduce fuerzas de Tareas Ejecutivas nuevas
December 17, 2024
SGA General Body meeting in the Cape Cod room of the Student Union on 11/20/24.
SGA debates, passes expanded internal budget resolution
December 6, 2024
SGA General Body meeting in the Cape Cod room of the Student Union on 11/20/24.
SGA passes motion supporting Amherst, fails to pass internal budget motion
November 24, 2024
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Politics
Library Learning Commons showcases Unissued Diplomas exhibition
Library Learning Commons showcases Unissued Diplomas exhibition
By Daniella Pikman, Collegian Staff • December 8, 2024
The exhibition displays 22 Ukrainian students that were killed during the war by Russia’s attacks
Photo courtesy of María Corina Machado’s official instagram @mariacorinamachado
A recap of the 2024 Venezuelan Elections
December 8, 2024
The UMass Amherst campus on August 5-6.
Rep. Rashida Tlaib calls for justice in Gaza during sold-out event
November 26, 2024
Posters with the text prompt "I vote because..." with responses at Keefe Student Union at Amherst College on Election Day 11/5/24.
UMass Professors react to the 2024 election
November 11, 2024
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News Podcasts
The Collegian News Hour
Exit Interview with Chancellor Subbaswamy
May 3, 2023

On Friday, April 28th, Collegian reporters news reporters Rebeca Pereira, Ella Adams and Jack Underhill met with outgoing UMass Amherst Chancellor Kumble Subbaswamy for...

The Collegian News Hour
Cops Off Campus Protest
April 5, 2023
The Collegian News Hour
East Palestine, Ohio trail derailment and conversation with Professor Peltier
February 22, 2023
The Collegian News Hour
Attorney General Maura Healey courts UMass
November 2, 2022
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Video: Collegian staff 2024 media favorites
Video: Collegian staff 2024 media favorites

By Maggie Belanger and Asha Baron
January 1, 2025

As we head into 2025, Massachusetts Daily Collegian staff members share their favorite media from 2024.

57 Protesters Arrested Following UMass “Free Palestine” March & Whitmore Sit-In
Amherst Burgers bucking the odds
Amherst Burgers bucking the odds

By Katie Katz, Assistant Video Editor
October 29, 2023

Tucked between Miss Saigon and Greenfields Saving Bank you’ll find the bright orange chairs and neon signs of Amherst Burger Company. With a few new businesses popping up in downtown Amherst, it begs the question-, “how does one achieve a loyal base?” This question applies to the customer fan base, as well as employee fan base. The Amherst Burger Company (ABC), knows firsthand how to deal with...

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