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Eliminating the Tipped Wage in Massachusetts

Eliminating the Tipped Wage in Massachusetts

by NEPM | Apr 1, 2019 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

Proposal before the Massachusetts state legislature would eliminate tipped wages and bring the minimum wage for waiters and waitresses to the prevailing wage by 2027. According to the bill’s co-sponsors, the One Fair Wage Bill would level the playing field, lead to a...
Franklin County Jail Opioid Treatment Program Study

Franklin County Jail Opioid Treatment Program Study

by NEPM | Mar 11, 2019 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

The opioid epidemic has devastated urban, suburban, and rural communities. Since 2015, the Franklin County Jail House of Correction has been providing treatment for inmates suffering from opioid addiction. The Franklin County Jail opioid treatment program has recently...
‘Pedal Desks’ Research with UMass Professor Dr. Stuart Chipkin

‘Pedal Desks’ Research with UMass Professor Dr. Stuart Chipkin

by NEPM | Mar 6, 2019 | Health & Fitness, Show Segments

Everyone knows the value of exercise, but for people who have desk jobs, it’s hard to get in the necessary steps. Well, how about riding a bike … while working? UMass Kinesiology Professor Dr. Stuart Chipkin and his team and currently studying the effectiveness...
U.S.-North Korea Hanoi Summit with Prof. Paul Musgrave

U.S.-North Korea Hanoi Summit with Prof. Paul Musgrave

by NEPM | Mar 4, 2019 | Public Affairs, Show Segments

Last week’s summit in Vietnam ended with U.S. President Donald Trump walking away from negotiations with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. With the world watching the Hanoi summit, the President sought to reach a deal for full denuclearization of the Korean peninsula....
The Motherhood Penalty and Wage Gaps for Working Moms

The Motherhood Penalty and Wage Gaps for Working Moms

by NEPM | Mar 1, 2019 | Public Affairs, Show Segments, Social Issues

New research shows that mothers in the workforce are penalized for having children. UMass School of Public Policy and Sociology Professor Joya Misra outlined that research in a paper titled Motherhood Penalty: The Wage Gap Between Women with Kids and Those Without....
UMass Amherst Beast Cam Builds a Digital Noah’s Ark

UMass Amherst Beast Cam Builds a Digital Noah’s Ark

by NEPM | Feb 18, 2019 | Innovation, Science & Environment, Show Segments

According to the World Wildlife Federation, at least 10,000 different species are driven to extinction by man-made causes each year. The Beast Cam, new type of 3-D digital photography developed at UMass Amherst, is helping to catalog as many of the world’s...
Is Springfield Drinking Water Safe?

Is Springfield Drinking Water Safe?

by NEPM | Feb 12, 2019 | Health & Fitness, Public Affairs, Show Segments

In December 2018, Springfield’s drinking water source contained elevated levels of haloacetic acids. Haloacetic acids are one of the compounds the Department of Public Health monitors to determine if water is safe for drinking. UMass Amherst Environmental Engineering...
Gun Safety and Pediatricians Research Study

Gun Safety and Pediatricians Research Study

by NEPM | Feb 12, 2019 | Health & Fitness, Show Segments, Social Issues

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people ages 15 to 19, according to the CDC.  The most common method of suicide in the United States is by firearm. UMass Professor John Zeber’s research focuses on how pediatricians help promote gun safety. During...
Fogkicker Coating Prevents Foggy Lenses & Mirrors

Fogkicker Coating Prevents Foggy Lenses & Mirrors

by NEPM | Feb 4, 2019 | Innovation, Show Segments

Fogkicker is a solution that can be coated onto eyewear, googles, and mirrors to prevent them from fogging up. Yingyong Li created the formula in a lab at UMass Amherst. With the help of Marc Gammell and Ken Carter, Fogkicker was brought to the market in 2016. Li,...
UMass Students Bring Clean Water to Puerto Rico

UMass Students Bring Clean Water to Puerto Rico

by NEPM | Jan 30, 2019 | Education, Hurricane Maria, Public Affairs, Show Segments, Social Issues

Hurricane Maria struck Puerto Rico on September 17, 2017, bringing destruction and devastation to the island and killing an over 1,000 American citizens. Though recovery efforts have been underway since the storm hit, many parts of the island do are still dealing with...
UMass Students React to Harvard’s Ban of Single-Gender Clubs

UMass Students React to Harvard’s Ban of Single-Gender Clubs

by NEPM | Jan 24, 2019 | Education, Public Affairs, Show Segments

In 2018, Harvard University banned single-gender clubs on campus. Last month, six Harvard sororities and fraternities filed sex discrimination lawsuits alleging the school used threats and intimidation against students and violated their rights. How have students in...
How Employers Respond to Workplace Sexual Harassment

How Employers Respond to Workplace Sexual Harassment

by NEPM | Jan 23, 2019 | PBS Related, Show Segments, Social Issues

In the wake of the #metoo movement, more people are speaking up about sexual harassment and assault. A recent study from the UMass Amherst Center for Employment Equity found that nearly two-thirds of employees who report workplace sexual harassment face retaliation...
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    Divided: Scenes from Inauguration 2021

     
    JANUARY 19, 2021
     

    A Photo and Interview Series by Barry Goldstein
    In America, the inauguration of a Commander In Chief is traditionally a time of celebration. Politicians, special guests, and everyday Americans converge on the National Mall in front of the U.S. Capitol building to mark the swearing in of the next President of the United States. Full of pomp and circumstance, inaugurations are an important democratic ritual and a symbol of the peaceful transfer of power.
     

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    ‘Something Extraordinary’ at Westfield State University (Pt. 2)
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    ‘Something Extraordinary’ at Westfield State University (Pt. 2)

    March 23, 2023

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And thi

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And thi

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.

    Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And this week, Zydalis Bauer continues her discussion with artists JaJa Swinton, Tara Gorman, and Kahli Hernandez exploring how the project fosters unity and the inspirations behind the installations.

    “Something Extraordinary: A Visual Review of Story as Timeless” at the Arno Maris Gallery at Westfield State University showcases the work of 8 Black artists and is on display through March 31st.  Through drawings, paintings, and mixed media installations, the exhibition delves into the process of visual storytelling and examines Black history through a creative lens.Last week, we introduced you to three of the artists behind the exhibit. And thi

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    From Schoolteacher to Brew Maker (Digital Exclusive)
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    From Schoolteacher to Brew Maker (Digital Exclusive)

    March 23, 2023

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewp

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.

    Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

    Four Phantoms Brewery owner Drew Phillips shares how his degree in English has shaped his unusual career path from schoolteacher to brew maker.Learn more about Four Phantoms Brewery in our full feature on the Franklin County brewpub.

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    Billie J. Farrell, First Female Commander of the USS Constitution
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    Billie J. Farrell, First Female Commander of the USS Constitution

    March 23, 2023

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year his

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 v

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year his

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  

    And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year history. 

    Connecting Point took a road trip to the Charlestown Naval Yard to meet with Commander Farrell and take a tour of the historic ship.

    Built in 1797 and known as “Old Ironsides,” the USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship currently afloat. While in service, it played key roles in many battles but today, it’s a floating museum that sees over 600,000 visitors annually.  And recently its long history added a new chapter as Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the USS Constitution –  and the first woman to hold that position in the ship’s 225-year his

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    Queer Identities & Art at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center
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    Queer Identities & Art at the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center

    March 23, 2023

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programm

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prom

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programm

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  

    Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programming at the Stowe Center, to learn more about how museums are handling the complex ethics surrounding untold Queer histories and interpreting the sexuality of women in the early 20th century.

    The Harriet Beecher Stowe Center in Hartford recently hosted a lecture focused on how historians should approach possible LGBTQIA+ relationships and themes in the works of artists who did not self-identify. The discussion was prompted by new research about Harriet Beecher Stowe’s great niece, Katherine Seymour Day, and how her identity may have shaped her role as a women’s activist.  Zydalis Bauer spoke with Amy Hufnagel, the Director of Programm

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    Four Phantoms Brewing Company
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    Four Phantoms Brewing Company

    March 23, 2023

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 20

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.

    Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community hotspot and brings us this next story.

    Learn how Drew Phillips’ English major shaped his career path in a digital exclusive clip.

    Drew Phillips' career as a beer maker began over a decade ago on the west coast as an out of work schoolteacher. As his passion for brewing grew, Phillips moved to western Massachusetts and brought his own beer to the market in 2019.Two years later, on Halloween night 2021, Phillips and his wife opened the doors to the aptly named Four Phantoms Brewing Company in Greenfield. Connecting Point's Brian Sullivan paid a visit to this unique community

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