Billionaire Robert Hale Jr. Gifts University of Massachusetts Dartmouth Graduates $1,000 Each
A University of Massachusetts Dartmouth billionaire commencement speaker surprisingly gifted $1,000 to each graduate.
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Scientists Claim They Can Convert Humidity into Energy Using Almost Any Material
In a discovery that is likely to excite opponents of the fossil fuel industry, scientists claim to have developed technology that can use any material to generate energy out of thin air, provided the air is humid enough.
‘Blackout Rage Gallon:’ UMass Warns Students of Dangerous TikTok Drinking Trend
UMass is warning students about a new drinking trend on the China-owned app TikTok, which has reportedly resulted in 28 ambulances being called to off-campus parties in the area. The trend involves students creating a “blackout rage gallon” of alcohol, flavoring, and other ingredients, which poses a serious binge drinking risk to even experienced drinkers.
UMass Amherst Orders Students to ‘Self Sequester,’ Only Leave Room to Eat and Get Tested
The University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMass Amherst) is prohibiting its students from walking around and getting outdoor exercise during a “self sequester” lockdown on campus. The school is also mandating that its students take coronavirus tests twice a week.
UMass Prof. Placed on Leave After Showing Hitler Parody Video
University of Massachusetts, Amherst accounting professor Catherine Lowry was placed on leave over her decision to show her class a Hitler parody video, a frequently used meme format on social media. Now, the university is refusing to comment on whether or not Lowry will be reinstated.
UMass Boston Guest Speaker: Students Are ‘Genocide Beneficiaries’
A guest speaker at a recent event at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, told students they are “genocide beneficiaries” due to his view of American settlers’ treatment of Native Americans.
Judge Approves Disabled Veteran’s Bias Lawsuit Against UMass
U.S. District Judge Richard Stearns announced this week that a disabled veteran’s gender bias lawsuit against the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth will move forward.
UMass Amherst: Conservative Student Rejected from Serving on Student Government
A conservative student has been rejected from serving as a student senator on the University of Massachusetts Amherst’s Student Government Association. The student says that he was denied due to his political views in a meeting where he was subjected to disrespect and mockery by his own peers.
UMass-Dartmouth Offers ‘Ecofeminism’ Course on ‘Oppression of Nature’
The University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, is offering an “ecofeminism” course this spring that will teach students about the “oppression of nature.”
U of Mass. Tells Student Anti-Nazi Sign Was Not ‘Inclusive’ Enough
A university spokesman clarified that the anti-Nazi signed contained too much profanity.
University of Massachusetts Student Group to Conservatives: ‘You Have Been Warned’
A University of Massachusetts Amherst student group organized a walkout protest on Wednesday, condemning “fascists, right-wing trolls, conservative apologists, etc.” and labeled conservatives “the enemy.”
