Confessions of a first-generation college student
I’ll admit – when I was a senior in high school, I had no idea where life was going to take me. While everyone was worried about college applications, senior projects, and who they were […]
Articles by Cara McCarthy
Resident assistants put the ‘RA’ in fRAMily
While walking through the doors of their residence halls on move-in day, Framingham State residents are greeted by the smiling face of their resident assistant (RA). After weeks of training, room inspections, and crafting door […]
From Berkeley to Boston: Community leaders ensure Black boys are represented
The Chris Walsh Center hosted a panel of educators, community leaders, and an FSU student as part of Framingham State’s Black History Month Celebration via Zoom Feb. 18. The Zoom call, which can hold up […]
Worth more than a number on the scale
Let’s set the scene. I’m 9 years old – sitting in the cold, brightly lit doctor’s office in my hospital gown waiting for my annual physical, knowing full well my doctor will be upset by […]
English department introduces interdisciplinary digital humanities minor
Framingham State University’s English Department has developed an interdisciplinary digital humanities minor that will be listed starting in the 2021-22 University catalog. The minor consists of five courses, including Introduction to Digital Humanities, a computer […]
YUNGBLUD embraces his ‘weird’ side with his new album
Dominic Harrison, better known as YUNGBLUD, released his second studio album, “weird!” Dec. 4 and he did not disappoint. The England native produced yet another incredible coming of age album targeted toward his fans. The […]
The walls are the narrative: Jeanette Winterson breaks down barriers for LGBTQIA+ community
Several clubs and organizations sponsored the Written on Identity and Written on the Body: The LGBTQIA+ Story event and hosted author Jeanette Winterson via Zoom Nov. 30. The talk, hosted by The Journal of Critical […]
The Winchester brothers tug on our heartstrings one last time
After 15 years, 15 seasons, and 327 episodes, the show that has been held so near-and-dear to so many people – “Supernatural” – has finally come to a jaw-dropping end. Jensen Ackles, Jared Padelecki, and […]
Framingham State releases new Title IX regulations: University introduces new conduct hearing guidelines
Framingham State University has introduced a new Title IX policy after the Department of Education released new regulations [Final Rule] in May. The Dean of Students Office sent two emails to the FSU community over […]
From ruins to Venice: Heidi Lau brings Macau around the world
By Cara McCarthy, Associate Editor The Mazmanian Art Gallery hosted the fifth installment of its Tuesday Talks series with artist Heidi Lau Nov. 17 via Zoom. Lau was born and raised in Macau, China and […]