Jillian Clark, also known as Jill, is one of the new editors of the Arts and Culture section of the SMCC Beacon. Clark is a Communications and New Media major and it […]
Pop Culture and Its Influence
Beneath the Surface : SOPO Graffiti
By Jessica Spoto As an SMCC student I often bus into the busier parts of Portland. On December 29th, a beautiful, sunny Thursday morning, I was taking a walk around the Millcreek […]
(Opinion) The Value of the Arts
When art is increasingly unaffordable, fewer and fewer people endeavor to even attempt to take up most art forms. Art needs to be more accessible in order to benefit people and society as a whole.
Intercultural Center at SMCC
Here are some events happening at SMCC the week of December 5th-9th to unwind before the end of the semester! 1. Are you curious about Engineering? Hirruy Hagos is going to be […]
Ticketmaster Controversy Creates Mayhem For Taylor Swift Fans
Taylor Swift continues to shatter records not only with her most recent album release, but now with ticket sales as well. Swift, who released her newest album ‘Midnights’ on October 21, 2022 […]
Sounds Sketchy ; How Sketch Drawing Affects the Brain
By Jessica Spoto Have you ever been sitting restlessly in class or on zoom just bursting at the seams stressed out of your mind? Have you found yourself sketching, doodling something quick […]
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Sitcom Analysis; A break into the black racial stereotypes of the 1990s
As the cold weather approaches you may find yourself cooped up in your dorm room needing to pass the time. The 1990s sitcom Fresh Prince of Bel Air is a perfect show […]
November Events!
In the month of November, there’s still a ton of things to do and get ready for. Winter is just around the corner but that doesn’t limit the opportunities to have fun! […]
Winter is Approaching; Here Are Some Last Minute Fall Activities to do Before The Season is Over!
Apple picking is one of the most popular fall activities, especially here in the state of Maine. Here are some local orchards you can check out before the fall season ends! Wallingford’s […]
Taylor Swift Breaks Even More Records With Her New Album ‘Midnights’
American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift just dropped her latest studio album ‘Midnights’ on October 21, 2022, and if you didn’t think it was possible for her to break even more records on her […]
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