Spring 2017

Ground Truth

Journalist Charles Sennott finds the story in the midst of turmoil.

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Ben Brody Talks through the Lens of a Camera

GroundTruth Project photojournalist Ben Brody ’12 shares the stories behind his war zone photographs.

STEP IT UP AND GO

Our author treks across campus to learn more about a UMass Amherst study on the precision and accuracy of consumer activity trackers. 

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Comic H(e)aven

A nondescript house a few blocks from campus is a cherished hangout for student improv and sketch comedians.

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Why is this linguist #talmbout Twitter?

A case study on Twitter dialect. Plus, a video profile of the UMass linguist.

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Recipe for the Market

Boston Public Market CEO Cheryl Cronin ’77 gives us a tour. Plus, extra recipes with healthy ingredients sourced at the market.

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Around the Pond

A new art exhibition on campus, UMass Amherst achieves top rankings, and a celebration gala.

Sports Talk

An unforgettable day at Fenway Park, and two coaching legends retire.

Memory & Emotion

What do they have to do with each other? Two important studies bridge gaps in understanding.

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All the Stops

A UMass alum is building digital organs that sound as good (or even better!) as pipe organs. Have a listen and see if you agree. 

Slavery at Mount Vernon

Behind the scenes at Washington’s estate.

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As Seen on TV

Primetime and film actors Rob Corddry ’93 and Jeffrey Donovan ’91 return to campus to honor their theater professor.

Big, Ugly, Strong, and Stupid

All about trolls.

Inquiring Minds

How a volcano caused the “year without a summer,” a rediscovered species, fake news, and more.

Bits

Seen

A peek at a student artist inside her studio.

Accomplished

Catch up with UMass people in the news.

Bookmarks

New works by alumni and faculty authors. 

Share your Old Chapel memories

Old Chapel has reopened and is ready to host events.

In Other Words

Letters to the editor.

In Memoriam

Deceased alumni and faculty.

Teachable moment

What is moral courage?