To the newest members of the Monmouth University community – the Class of 2016 – and to our new transfer students, a hearty welcome. To all our returning students, welcome back! It’s great to have you with us again. I hope your summer was productive and fun and you are now ready for an outstanding year here at Monmouth.
As in the past, the University has undertaken a number of projects this summer to improve your experience as a student. First and foremost, you will notice a new food service facility in the Stafford Student Center – Raising Cane’s. This chicken finger concept will be open six days a week to satisfy your hunger for chicken fingers. Stop by and see this cool new dining option. Java City has moved to the Plangere Center in a newly renovated space and will be open six days a week. I am happy to report that the Joan and Robert Rechnitz Hall Art Building is nearing completion. Also, a financial service trading room has been built in Bey Hall in support of the Leon Hess Business School. In addition, Oakwood Hall has been renovated. It has been a busy summer!
Related to our new food service facilities are some major changes to our meal plans. Students with meal plans may now use a meal swipe in the Stafford Center Food Court during breakfast, lunch and dinner. Meal options for this swipe will be available at every station to provide you with many choices. A new ARAMARK management team is in place, and I know you will be pleased with the dining changes.
You will also find a wealth of opportunities to get involved in the life of the campus. New clubs will welcome your participation and the Greek life system is always looking for strong students who want to form a common bond. Come out and cheer all the student-athletes who represent you and the University so well. Take advantage of the outstanding performing arts, theatre and film schedules. All of this is here for you – but you must choose to take advantage of them.
I want you to be challenged by your experience here. I want you to take care of yourself and take care of others. Commit yourself to being the best student and member of this community that you can be. Challenge yourself to be open to new opportunities. Get to know new people and appreciate the unique experiences and talents that we all bring to this community. Most importantly, contribute in whatever way you can to make Monmouth the best campus it can be.
We are all here to help you, to support you, to cheer you on and to challenge you to be the best.
Please do not hesitate to contact us at anytime. Again, welcome to campus!
Sincerely,
Mary Anne Nagy
Vice President for Student and Community Services
