In a bold initiative to transform public higher education in Massachusetts, Governor Maura Healey has introduced the BRIGHT Act, a comprehensive piece of legislation designed to modernize campuses ...

If you ask anyone about either Taconic High School or MCLA baseball, chances are the name Austin Rachiele ‘22 will be brought up, and rightfully so. The left-handed hitting outfielder made his mark ...

Young advocates for students to get involved on campus and join clubs. If anyone exemplifies MCLA’s mission statement to cultivate “excellence in learning and teaching, innovative scholarship, ...

As journalists, it is our duty to keep ourselves out of the stories we write as much as possible. We have done our best work when an article carries no trace of the author beyond their byline, when we ...

The student interviewed for this story chose to remain anonymous, although their story is likely familiar to many college athletes who have experienced mental health issues and struggles with juggling ...

Nestled in the heart of the Berkshires, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (formerly known as North Adams State College) once thrived as a beacon of opportunity for students seeking a personalized ...

At MCLA, we often talk about supporting students’ mental health—especially during the most stressful times of the semester. But one major part of student wellbeing is frequently overlooked: nutrition.

On April 14th at 7pm in the Church Street MCLA’s Dance Company performed their Spring Showcase for an audience of MCLA students, faculty, and North Adams community members. The showcase featured ...

Would you call yourself a dog or cat person? Currently, 65.1 million households in America have at least one dog, and about 46.5 million houses have cats. These numbers are staggering when looked at ...

Hi everyone! My name is Owen Brown, and I will be serving as The Beacon’s Co-Editor-in-Chief for the 2023-24 school year! I am currently a junior, studying Communications with a focus in Broadcast ...

Maple has office hours every Wednesday at 11am, all students and staff are encouraged to attend if they’re looking to de-stress and spend time with a puppy. (Photo from Maple’s Instagram) Animal ...

Welcome to the new season of Beacon Web News! Ryan Powers discussed with Chief Daniel Colonno about a recent vandalism incident on MCLA property. Karesha Graham gets the inside scoop of MCLA’s Theatre ...