Most people do not think about getting sick until they begin experiencing symptoms during their daily routine, such as a stuffy nose, constant sneezing, or a scratchy throat while sitting in class. You reach into your backpack, only to find three old pens and no tissues. Suddenly, all you can think about is how much […]
Lifestyles
Staying active as the temperature drops
Walking back to your car after classes in November is not what it used to be in September. Two months ago, you could easily find yourself sitting in the shade with some friends or stopping somewhere before going home because there were still hours left before the sun set. In November, it gets dark before […]
A movie night with a matching menu
Have you ever watched a film and wanted to reach through the screen to grab the food the characters are eating? This idea isn’t too far fetched since there is a business called Fork n’ Film that delivers this. Visitors get to watch a movie accompanied by meals made on the spot that relate to […]
Your midterm grade doesn’t define you
You sign into your student portal to look at the grade that you have been anticipating and you regretted having checked so soon. Maybe you felt great coming out of the test, or maybe you knew how well you did, but you still feel bad about your grade, and then someone says they got an […]
The costumes we’ll never forget
Choosing a Halloween costume at a young age was important and involved a lot of consideration. From the type of character, to any accessory you need, and even sometimes an annoyed parent wanting you to wear a coat on top of your creation. After all of that work, it seemed so unfair to cover yourself […]
Autumn playlist recommendations
As the year slows down after the hustle of summer and the comforting chill of autumn takes hold, there’s nothing better than winding down and relaxing with your favorite music. With an ever-expanding landscape of music genres and unique artists, you’ll always have new artists to discover and enjoy. Here are my top-five recommendations for […]
Finding something to look forward to: How to beat the mid-semester blues
October is kind of an ironic month to be a college student. On social media, fall looks like one of the best times of the year. Everyone goes to pumpkin patches, buys new sweaters, looks for Halloween costumes, gets seasonal drinks, and rewatches shows like “Gilmore Girls.” Everything about the season makes it feel like […]
What to watch before Halloween
I always have a list of films to watch throughout October, but before I know it, Halloween comes around, and I’ve seen only two or three of them. With school and work keeping me busy, a movie night seems easy to set up, but it never makes it onto my schedule. It’s a simple way […]
Fall fashion trends on campus
While walking across campus this September, one thing is clear: Monmouth University students have officially mastered the art of low-effort, high-style fall dressing. As the crisp autumn air rolls in off the Jersey Shore, this season’s campus aesthetic balances structure with comfort. Early morning chills across campus mean layering is essential, but instead of standard […]
Listen to your local bands
In mid-April 2026, I saw an Instagram video of a local band based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, promoting their next show, which was happening in just a few days. The venue was just ten minutes from my home, and it was on a Saturday night when I typically had nothing to do. Unfamiliar with the local […]








