Politics is arguably a difficult topic to discuss. While referring to the overarching topic of “governance,” politics has become a catch-all term, applicable to any subject matter. The politicization of daily institutions beyond the realm of government is a reality for the individual, who has to determine how he or she will allow organizational politics to impact him.
Author: BRANDON JOHNSON
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TuNur Project Seeks to Import African Solar to U.K.
The United Kingdom (UK) could see homes being powered by African solar energy as soon as 2018, according to reports by BBC.
Rethinking New Jersey’s Election System
NJ voters went to the polls yesterday, Nov. 4, voting on candidates as well as amendments to the state constitution.
Polling Institute Ranked in Top 22 of Nation
The Monmouth University Polling Institute (MUPI) earned the distinction of being ranked in the top seven percent of pollsters nationwide. After compiling 16 years of collected data, renowned policy analyst, Nate Silver, placed MUPI among the top 22 polling institutes on Oct. 1.
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The University’s 81st Anniversary Founders’ Day was celebrated on Wednesday, Oct. 8 in the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center (MAC). This occasion also marked the 20th anniversary of Monmouth’s status as a University.
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Students and faculty welcomed alumnus Thomas P. Gallagher in Wilson Auditorium on Oct. 8, prior to Gallagher accepting the Distinguished Alumni Award at Monmouth’s 81st Founderss Day celebration. Gallagher, a graduate from the Class of 1962, held a presentation in which he discussed his experiences after leaving Monmouth, specifically those involving his civil service.
Debate Season Opener: Hawks Prep for West Point
The 2015 policy debate season is in full swing, as the Monmouth University Debate Hawks are preparing for their first tournament at the US Military Academy in West Point, NY.
Political Science Welcomes Dr. Stephen Chapman
The Outlook spoke with Dr. Stephen Chapman, Assistant Professor of Political Science.
New Jersey Kicks Off Sports Gambling
Monmouth Park Will Soon Expand Its Gambling Selection
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U.S. Journalism Goes Abroad: The Islamic State
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