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PAYTON HEBERT & OWEN KWET

Mar 29

Blood Drive has A-positive impact

Lasell University’s Psi Chi chapter hosted a blood drive in DeWitt Hall last month, which provided an opportunity for staff and students to

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Students take to warmer climates for spring break

PAYTON HEBERT

Mar 29

Students take to warmer climates for spring break

A visit to a California ranch, the first trip to In-N-Out Burger, and a week of softball by the pool are examples of what spring break

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Meropol measures success through student satisfaction

HARLEY LACARDO

Apr 25

Meropol measures success through student satisfaction

Ian Meropol is the chief communications officer for Lasell University and an adjunct professor. He attended the University of South Carolina

Preparation ahead of Pub Night ensures success

PAYTON HEBERT

Apr 25

Preparation ahead of Pub Night ensures success

Of all the events the senior class committee has hosted, the pub night seems to be a standout. In the course of the last four semesters, sev

Torchlight Parade illuminates path for underclassmen

RYAN RUANE

Apr 25

Torchlight Parade illuminates path for underclassmen

The annual Torchlight Ceremony and Parade is one of Lasell’s long-standing traditions and its origin can be traced back to over 100 years ag

Third annual Queer Prom remains PRIDE and true

LISA ORTIZ

Apr 25

Third annual Queer Prom remains PRIDE and true

On the night of March 29, LU PRIDE held their third annual Queer Prom on the first and second floor of Arnow. While the party was mainly on

11 years later: Alumni reflect on Boston bombings

PAYTON HEBERT & RYAN RUANE

Apr 25

11 years later: Alumni reflect on Boston bombings

Just eleven years ago, two explosions changed the fabric of the Boston community in unimaginable ways. Boston was attacked on April 15, 2013

Student Media Hall of Fame’s Jilliana Sliby: A Founder

LJ VP LAFIURA

Apr 9

Student Media Hall of Fame’s Jilliana Sliby: A Founder

The Student Media Hall of Fame has recently inducted Jilliana Sliby (’18). The fledgling movement seeks to pay homage to the...

Student Media Hall of Fame’s Zac Vierra: A forward-thinker

LJ VP LAFIURA

Apr 9

Student Media Hall of Fame’s Zac Vierra: A forward-thinker

The Student Media Hall of Fame has recently inducted Zac Vierra (’13). The fledgling movement seeks to pay homage to the student-leaders...

Student Media Hall of Fame’s Justin Miller: A community connector

LJ VP LAFIURA

Apr 9

Student Media Hall of Fame’s Justin Miller: A community connector

The Student Media Hall of Fame has recently inducted Justin Miller (’14). The fledgling movement seeks to pay homage to the...

PAYTON HEBERT & OWEN KWET

Mar 29

Blood Drive has A-positive impact

Lasell University’s Psi Chi chapter hosted a blood drive in DeWitt Hall last month, which provided an opportunity for staff and students to

KAIT BEDELL

Mar 29

WLAS & LCTV bring home multiple awards

WLAS and LCTV represented Lasell at the Intercollegiate Broadcast System conference in Times Square on March 1-2, taking away four awards.

MICHAEL CURRAN

Mar 29

Roller Rave rocks DeWitt Hall

On March 2, the Campus Activities Board (CAB) put on a Roller Rave in DeWitt Hall. The event was put on with the help of Neon Entertainment

PAYTON HEBERT

Mar 29

Students take to warmer climates for spring break

A visit to a California ranch, the first trip to In-N-Out Burger, and a week of softball by the pool are examples of what spring break

Career Fair bounces back with strong turnout

KAIT BEDELL

Mar 29

Career Fair bounces back with strong turnout

After experiencing a postponement in early February due to a snowstorm, the annual Career Fair had a strong turnout during the makeup date

MIKAYLA BOKIS

Mar 1

Lasell adds new courses

As of this semester, Lasell added four new courses to the course selection. Assistant Professor of Communications Kurt Wirth added a class

Student Government moves ahead without key members

LJ VP LAFIURA

Mar 1

Student Government moves ahead without key members

Student Government (SGA) is moving into a new era this spring with smaller numbers. They will carry on without former Vice President of Comm

Alum Haley Sherman Appointed Project LASER Director

HANNA BABEK & MICHAEL CURRAN

Mar 1

Alum Haley Sherman Appointed Project LASER Director

Haley Sherman (‘22) was hired on Jan. 9 as the director of Lasell’s Assault and Abuse Services and Education Response, also known as Project

PAYTON HEBERT

Mar 1

Meet the Author: Evie Crudele

Writing is not just a means to completing assignments for junior Evie Crudele, penname E.V. Crudele. Majoring in history and double minoring

KAIT BEDELL

Mar 1

Family and the future: Eftihia Fotos

When senior psychology major Eftihia Fotos’ parents were just twenty and seventeen years old, they came as refugees to America after fleeing

Class committee raises funds to elevate senior week

PAYTON HEBERT & HARLEY LACARDO

Dec 5, 2023

Class committee raises funds to elevate senior week

The 2024 Senior Class Committee has hosted several fundraising initiatives to reduce the cost of senior week festivities.

Forensics club back on the scene, aims to engage community

HANNA BABEK & MICHAEL CURRAN

Dec 5, 2023

Forensics club back on the scene, aims to engage community

This semester, the Forensic Science Association reentered campus’s list of clubs. Led by President Carolyn Blum

Alumni triumphant in elections, credit university

KAIT BEDELL & PAYTON HEBERT

Dec 5, 2023

Alumni triumphant in elections, credit university

Two alumni, Henry Santana (‘19) and Christian Dumais (‘02), saw success on election day, claiming government positions in Massachusetts

Students, faculty, and staff gather in de Witt Hall for the Ninos de Veracruz twentieth anniversary

HANNA BABEK & MICHAEL CURRAN

Dec 5, 2023

Students, faculty, and staff gather in de Witt Hall for the Ninos de Veracruz twentieth anniversary

Niños de Veracruz, a club on campus, recently celebrated 20 years of working to provide scholarships and zero-interest loans to poverty-

Title IX office encourages involvement, education

REBECCA OSOWSKI & KAIT BEDELL

Nov 3, 2023

Title IX office encourages involvement, education

The White Ribbon Campaign, Clothesline Project, and Take Back the Night are student-initiated campaigns on campus with one mission: spread

WellFest offers fun ways to tackle wellness

PAYTON HEBERT

Nov 3, 2023

WellFest offers fun ways to tackle wellness

The Office of Health Education introduced a new incentive based wellness event called WellFest. The event spanned four days and featured 16

Boomer: a legacy 172 years in the making

KAIT BEDELL & HARLEY LACARDO

Nov 3, 2023

Boomer: a legacy 172 years in the making

The vision for Lasell’s future has long been rooted in the idea of light since the institution’s founding in 1851.

River Day’s rich tradition creates community

HANNA BABEK

Nov 3, 2023

River Day’s rich tradition creates community

Although most Lasers know the boat races as a staple of Friends, Family and Alumni Weekend (FFAW), the history of the races long precedes

SGA holds vigil following Middle East attacks

REBECCA OSOWSKI

Nov 2, 2023

SGA holds vigil following Middle East attacks

On Oct. 12, the Student Government Association (SGA) held a vigil for the people of Israel. Led by first-year Annalee Messina

PAYTON HEBERT

Oct 5, 2023

Historical tours extend village connection

Lasell Village tours are getting an upgrade, allowing villagers to learn more about the history of the school’s buildings.

Just Run With It promotes health, happiness

HANNA BABEK

Oct 5, 2023

Just Run With It promotes health, happiness

Just Run With It is a nine-week couch-to-5K program that prepares members to run a 5K.

KAIT BEDELL

Oct 5, 2023

Bykflo born from ‘close-knit’ tradition

What started as just a hobby for senior merchandising major Kristina Powers has turned into a full-blown business called “Bykflo.”

KAIT BEDELL

Oct 5, 2023

Turnitin tool to be used in some courses

As the community begins the fall semester, Provost Chrystal Porter announced the university will introduce the use of Turnitin in some...

MICHAEL CURRAN

Oct 5, 2023

Lasell Works: not going anywhere

Nancy Waldron, Assistant Provost of the School of Health Science, the Longe School of Business, and a Professor of Business, has been at

Zehra Abid-Wood to lead Lasell Village as new president

KAIT BEDELL

Apr 27, 2023

Zehra Abid-Wood to lead Lasell Village as new president

From holding leadership roles in both the institutional and corporate industries, new Lasell Village President Zehra Abid-Wood is ready.

Holi celebration canceled due to low turnout

HANNA BABEK

Apr 27, 2023

Holi celebration canceled due to low turnout

The Office of International Student Service's annual Holi celebration was meant to take place on April 7 in the Arnow Quad.

Habitat for Humanity helps hungry families

KAIT BEDELL

Apr 26, 2023

Habitat for Humanity helps hungry families

Between busy class schedules and heavy homework loads, Habitat for Humanity spends their spare time helping others.

Stronger Together program provides support to students

ALEXANDRA WHITE

Apr 26, 2023

Stronger Together program provides support to students

The counseling center's Stronger Together program is a weekly group that supports students whose loved one’s struggle with addiction.

PRIDE’s Queer Prom serves as safe place for expression

PAYTON HEBERT

Apr 26, 2023

PRIDE’s Queer Prom serves as safe place for expression

LU PRIDE hosted its second Queer Prom on April 21 in de Witt Hall. The event was successful last year, allowing the club to throw another pr

ELLIOT POTOTSKY

Apr 15, 2023

Lasers advance to GNAC championship

The GNAC’s #2 ranked men’s volleyball team took care of business against the #3 Rivier University Raiders in a thrilling Thursday night...

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Apr 12, 2023

Softball Survives Over Regis

In their last games in the month of March this season, softball won both games in dramatic fashion over the Regis College Pride. Junior...

KARISSA GAUGHAN

Apr 8, 2023

Lasers beat Blazers in 3 set match

The men's volleyball team faced off against the Elms Blazers, defeating them in a three set match this past Tuesday at the Athletic...

PDC: Progress made to expand DEI in course evals

KAIE QUIGLEY & HANNA BABEK

Mar 31, 2023

PDC: Progress made to expand DEI in course evals

Since 2020, the Student Government Association (SGA) has been working with faculty to change the course evaluations that students...

Sophomore Spencer Villinski is booked and busy

MICHAEL CURRAN

Mar 31, 2023

Sophomore Spencer Villinski is booked and busy

Spencer Villinski is a sophomore fashion merchandising and management major who hopes to land a career in the world of merchandising.

Crew club hoping Boomer’s Regatta helps recruitment

PAYTON HEBERT & HANNA BABEK

Mar 31, 2023

Crew club hoping Boomer’s Regatta helps recruitment

The club crew team, under new head coach Djuna Perkins, is looking to expand the amount of people involved in the sport through events like

DECA hosts craft fair to fund Florida conference

PAYTON HEBERT & ALEXANDRA WHITE

Mar 30, 2023

DECA hosts craft fair to fund Florida conference

Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) will have a craft fair on March 31 in the Science and Technology Center (STC), to fundraise

Mobar: Hospitality’s unique offerings merit more hype

KAIT BEDELL & PAYTON HEBERT

Mar 1, 2023

Mobar: Hospitality’s unique offerings merit more hype

The university’s hospitality program is frustrated with the lack of advertising for their various program opportunities.

BSA hosts book drive for homeless shelter Rosie’s Place

KARISSA GAUGHAN

Mar 1, 2023

BSA hosts book drive for homeless shelter Rosie’s Place

The Black Student Association hosted a drive from Jan. 23 to 31 to provide books to Rosie’s Place, a women’s shelter located in Boston.

Todd Graf starts anew as Assistant Registrar

ALEXANDRA WHITE

Mar 1, 2023

Todd Graf starts anew as Assistant Registrar

Todd Graf left his position as Office Manager at the Admissions Office last month for his new job as Assistant Registrar.

Changes to late payment policy stun students

KAIE QUIGLEY

Mar 1, 2023

Changes to late payment policy stun students

Before this semester commenced, hundreds of students were notified that if payment plans were not set up for their due balances, they would

Grenier Serves 10 straight in win vs Dean College Bulldogs

KARISSA GAUGHAN

Feb 24, 2023

Grenier Serves 10 straight in win vs Dean College Bulldogs

Coming off their split win trimatch this past Saturday at Emmanuel College, the men's volleyball team took home a solid 3-0 win against...

ELLIOT POTOTSKY

Dec 9, 2022

Lasers fall to Bantams 68-51

The women’s basketball team was soundly defeated on Wednesday night, losing to the Trinity College Bantams at home by 17 points. The...

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