President Obama announced the five-year anniversary of the financial crisis at his address to the nation last month, reminding Americans that we have yet to fully recover from the economic collapse of the 2008.
Year: 2013
Special New Jersey Senatorial Election Voter Turnout at All Time Low
On Oct. 17, Democrat Cory Booker won the special election to be U.S Senator for New Jersey against Republican Steve Lonegan. They both ran for an aggressive two months to finish Sen. Frank Lautenberg term after he passed away while in office last June at age 89. Unfortunately, the turnout was extremely low for this election.
Is Lobbying Good for Politics?
The Effects on Lobbying in the American Political System
We know that Congressmen are not all math wizzes who can foresee all outcomes when it comes to economic theory; they are not seasoned scientists who can cite the effects every decision has on the environment. Apart from hearings, advisors, and constituents like you and me, who really informs politicians and government officials?
Twitter Page Upsets Some, Interests Others
Over 900 tweets have been anonymously submitted and posted to the controversial Twitter account @MonmouthConfess, which displays gossip, lies, secrets, sexual fantasies, and compliments, accompanied for the most part, with full names of students and staff at the University in 140 characters or less.
Student Creates Nonprofit to Help Remote Countries Obtain Medical Care
University student Melross Meneses recently created a nonprofit organization, the Life Through Help Foundation, that works to supply medical aid and other health related services to those in remote areas around the world.
The Pros and Cons of Getting the Flu Shot
With flu season right around the corner, the University offers students the opportunity to protect themselves from the recurring illness through receiving the flu vaccine.
Scares on the Air: WMCX Hosts a Spooktacular
WMCX Radio held their fifth annual Spooktacular event in the spirit of Halloween on Wednesday, Oct. 30 outside of the student center.
Crazy Clown Can Cause Paralysis, Seizures and Death
Crazy Clown, a newfound drug, has caused several deaths and sent numerous people to the hospital, after recently being discovered by drug users.
The Importance of Internships
Many colleges and universities, including Monmouth University, require many undergraduates to participate in internships to fulfill certain graduation requirements. While some students may view the experience as nothing more than an inconvenient task, internships can undoubtedly turn out to be one of the most valuable aspects graduates take away from their college experience.
Leon Hess Business School Honored by The Princeton Review
The Princeton Review recently distinguished the University as being home to one of the most outstanding business schools in the nation.