If you had the chance to travel back in time and share a message with your 18-year-old self, what would you say? Megan Park’s newest film, “My Old Ass” explores this very topic. On the night of Elliott’s (Maisy Stella) 18th birthday, a mushroom trip connects her with her 39-year-old self, or her “old ass” […]
Author: Taylor Memoli
Body issues and the effect of social media on college students
The Renfrew Center is an eating disorder treatment facility located in North Jersey whose goal is to help educate college students on the concern of body image issues. Renfrew hosted a full day of webinars on Oct. 10 of this year, the date of World Mental Health Day, that covered topics such as “Silencing Shame […]
The Visiting Writers Series hosts Monmouth’s artist-in-resident John Vercher
The Visiting Writers Series held an event on Nov. 6, 2024, hosting Monmouth’s newest artist-in-resident, John Vercher in The Great Hall. Vercher is the author of three novels and his most recent novel “Devil is Fine” was recently named one of “The 100 Must-Read Books of 2024” by “Time Magazine.” During the event, Vercher read […]
Monmouth University student leaders react to the election of Donald J. Trump
The Associated Press (AP) announced that Donald J. Trump had been selected as the 47th President of the United States, leading him into his second Republican non-consecutive term on Nov. 6, 2024. This call was made after Trump’s victory in Wisconsin, pushing him over the 270 electoral votes in contrast to his Democratic appointment, Vice […]
Heartbreak playlist essentials
Heartbreak can come in all shapes and sizes, but what we are talking about here today is that heartbreak that only a person once in love feels. That sit in bed all day, eat ice cream, and watch terrible Netflix documentaries kind of heartbreak. But, instead of contemplating texting your ex, I urge you to […]
Counseling and Prevention Services honors Domestic Violence Awareness Month throughout October
October is Domestic Violence (DV) Awareness Month, as proclaimed by President Biden in 2021. The Counseling and Prevention Services (CPS) here at Monmouth acknowledged the month by hosting various on-campus events that promote awareness surrounding the topic of domestic violence. Kristen McCarty, a clinical counselor at CPS, discussed the events CPS held on campus during […]
Jason Reitman’s “Saturday Night” follows a comedic dream
“Art is about a measure of sacrifice and tears,” a quote that hits home for many dreamers in different stages of their creative journeys. Jason Reitman’s “Saturday Night” is a prime example of this. A film that follows the opening night of the well-known “Saturday Night Live” explores much more than the antics that went […]
“The Outlook” hosts Ellen Jovin’s The Grammar Table
“The Outlook” hosted Ellen Jovin’s The Grammar Table on the student center patio from 1 to 3 p.m., on Oct. 23. During this event, students and faculty could come visit Jovin’s table to discuss her favorite topic: grammar. Jovin is a grammarian and national bestselling author of her book “Rebel with a Clause.” In 2018, […]
Why Halloween is the best holiday ever
The best time of the year is here, and of course, I am talking about Halloween. A holiday filled with so many unique activities and traditions that can only be acceptable one day of the year. There is truly no other day like it. So I’m here, as Halloween’s number one fan, to tell you […]
Shelter in place at Elmwood Hall
On Sept. 30, students, faculty, and parents were notified by the Monmouth University Emergency Notification System of a shelter in place order for the dorm building Elmwood Hall due to a possible emergency situation in the building. The alert was proved to be a result of a false threat.This email and call alert was sent […]