I think for a lot of college graduates, life after graduation is something everyone’s been looking forward to. No more assignments, no more deadlines, and just no more school for the first time in 17 years. Everyone’s college experience is different. Whether you’re in a sorority or fraternity, involved in clubs, or just focused on […]
Author: Kamryn Cardone
Coachella so far: What you need to know
The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival has returned to the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California, for its 2026 edition, taking place from April 10–19. Every year, it feels like Coachella takes over the internet for a few weeks, but this year it feels even more unavoidable. Between influencer outfit videos, celebrity appearances, brand […]
5 ways to shake off winter: WLB edition
As the weather starts to warm up here in West Long Branch, it’s the perfect time to get outside and take advantage of everything the area has to offer. Whether you live off campus and are looking for somewhere new to go, or live on campus and just need a quick escape, there are so […]
Valentine’s Day in college: what to expect
Every year, Valentine’s Day comes with wildly unrealistic expectations. Social media wants you to believe Feb. 14 is reserved for candlelit dinners, coordinated outfits, andcouples posting captions like “my forever.” However, college students know better. This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Saturday, which sounds promising at first. No classes, no waking up early, and […]
Staying ahead this semester will be the key to your success
Before you drown in assignments and overthink every page of your syllabus, try these simple ways to stay ahead this semester. With a little planning, you can make this your most organized and successful semester yet. Whether this is your first semester in college or your last, it’s important to understand what you can do […]
Writing Services works reach more students
The Monmouth University Writing Center helps students strengthen their writing skills and build confidence in their academic work. Offering free, one-on-one support with essays, research papers, and other assignments, the Writing Center is open to all students throughout the semester. However, according to Director of Writing Services Dr. Frank Fury, the biggest challenge isn’t helping […]
Why don’t more Monmouth students go to sporting events?
When it comes to school spirit, Monmouth students definitely know how to show pride online, posting about the Hawks, wearing Monmouth merch, and cheering when our teams win big. But when game day actually rolls around, the bleachers often tell a different story. For a Division I school, attendance at Monmouth’s sporting events can sometimes […]
Monday’s in motion: Emily Simonton turns struggles into strength
Balancing college life and a professional internship wasn’t easy for Emily Simonton, a business administration major with a concentration in marketing and management at Monmouth University. Each Monday, she woke up at 4:30 a.m. to commute from Long Branch to her internship at The Millennium Alliance in New York City, a journey that tested her […]
Drs. Phillips-Anderson and Vujnovic represent Monmouth University at Rhetoric in Society #9 Conference
Michael Phillips-Anderson, P.h.D associate professor of Communication and Marina Vujnovic, P.h.D., A.P.R and professor of Journalism presented their joint research at the Rhetoric in Society #9 Conference, held Jun. 18–21, 2025, at the University of Zagreb in Croatia. The international event, themed “Rhetoric in the Digital Age,” brought scholars from around the world to explore […]