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 The Lasell women’s rugby team before a game on Grellier Field. (Photo courtesy of Sarah Earley)

Women’s Rugby Ready to Grow at Lasell

Aria Conti and Jill Neil November 11, 2025

Lasell’s rugby team has doubled in size this year, with 15 people after joining forces with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Of the 15 members, 12 are from Lasell and 3 from MIT; they have...

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“Black Phone 2” an enjoyable callback, though it doesn’t always connect

Jill Neil, Opinion Editor November 11, 2025

The highly anticipated horror sequel “Black Phone 2,” directed by Scott Derrickson, brings back the eerie atmosphere and emotional depth that made the first movie a hit. Starring Mason Thames as Finney...

Sydney Sweeney stars in "Christy" about trailblazing female boxer Christy Martin. (Photo courtesy of Black Bear Pictures)

“Christy” packs emotional punch, thanks to Sydney Sweeney

Lulu Esch Levanos, 1851 Chronicle Staff November 6, 2025

The new movie “Christy” is one of those productions that will force you to the edge of your seat, making all the noise around you sound muffled. Christy Martin was a female boxer, whose professional...

Editor's Corner: The Power of Writing

Editor’s Corner: The Power of Writing

Colleen Newcomb, Digital Editor November 4, 2025

From the time I was little, my parents read me a bedtime story every night. Those stories shaped the way I saw the world and sparked my love for writing. Creating worlds in my head and bringing them to...

The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston is now free to Lasell students who show their school ID.

A New Reason to be Drawn to the Museum of Fine Arts

Aria Conti, Opinion Editor November 4, 2025

The Museum of Fine Arts, located on Huntington Avenue in Boston, has now partnered with Lasell to grant all students free admission as long as students bring their Torch Card to the ticket desk, where...

Lucas Butchko pictured with a welcome board made for him by staff members in his office within Student Affairs.

Lucas Butchko Eager to Help Lasell Students

Meghan Clair and Colleen Newcomb November 4, 2025

Lucas Butchko is the new Area Coordinator for the first-year area of the university. Butchko was hired at the end of May 2025, his first official day being July 1. The reason that Butchko chose to apply...

How Our Economy Changes Our Fashion

How Our Economy Changes Our Fashion

Alexa Benitez, 1851 Chronicle Staff November 4, 2025

After thoroughly enjoying this year’s new fashion collections across the world and starting to witness several changes in our world economy, my mind immediately related them. It makes sense to suspect...

LZR Works president Ciro Zanetti (left), advisor and professor Kurt Wirth (center), and vice president Kacey Hilton-Gilleo.

LZR Works Adds Professionalism to the Classroom

Kendall Giordano, 1851 Chronicle Staff November 4, 2025

Lasell has long held a philosophy of “learning by doing.” Students are encouraged to seek hands-on experience, join clubs, and start building their portfolios as soon as possible so their transition...

Campus Welcomes Family, Friends, and Alumni Back to Lasell

Aria Conti and Nya Desir November 4, 2025

Lasell’s annual Family, Friends, and Alumni weekend was held from Friday, Oct. 17, to Sunday, Oct. 19.  The weekend consisted of many engaging events for all to enjoy, starting with a welcome dinner...

Tarnished Magazine is centered around artistry and finding beauty in unpredictable places. (Photo courtesy of Lindsay Scalese)

Tarnished Magazine: Embracing the Imperfect

Kendall Giordano, 1851 Chronicle Staff November 4, 2025

Tarnished is a student-run magazine at Lasell University that highlights artists’ work around Boston and within the university. Tarnished was recognized by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association and...

The Lasell field hockey team defeated Saint Joseph (Conn.), 2-1, on Oct. 25, 2025. (Photo courtesy of Shannon Rourke)

Lasell Field Hockey Enters GNAC Playoffs

Daniel Newhall, 1851 Chronicle Staff November 4, 2025

The Lasell University field hockey team has entered the Greater Northeast Athletic Conference playoffs with high hopes. The Lasers enter the playoffs with an 8-8 record overall and a 6-4 record in the...

The Lasell cross-country team after a meet at Colby-Sawyer College in New London, N.H., on Aug. 30. (Photo courtesy of Molly Cohen)

Lasell Cross-Country Prepping for Indoor Season

Nya Desir, 1851 Chronicle Staff November 4, 2025

When the fall semester picks up, so do the university’s 12 cross-country athletes. The team is officially switching from trails to tracks as they kick off their indoor season while sustaining the momentum...

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