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 […]
Lifestyles
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 […]
Six fall book recommendations
Autumn is the time of year when reading becomes an immersive experience. A cold day, a comfy sweater, hot beverage, and good book can turn your regular reading session into a mood altogether. The season is ideal for starting anew. No matter what you fancy, be it romance, mysteries, fantasy, dark academia, or complete haunted […]
Fall hair refresh: Trendy hairstyles to try for a cozy, stylish new season
The arrival of a new season allows you to switch up your style, and fall can certainly be the season that you choose. The air becomes less humid, and your wardrobe shifts into comfortable clothes, as hair becomes fall fashion. You have more than enough chaos in your college morning life, so the last thing […]
The ultimate fall bucket list
Fall is one of the most anticipated seasons each year, with pumpkin flavored drinks returning, warm seasonal decor, cozy hangouts and comfort rewatches of iconic tv shows/movies. However, for numerous students, this season will be accompanied by stress that comes from juggling school life and your personal time. Being a student, you will have to […]
Back to school reset: How to stay organized for the fall semester
Starting a new semester after summer is meant to be exciting for us. With new courses and schedules, a fresh planner, there is an opportunity to restart and have a whole new beginning. Nevertheless, this excitement can turn into stress when our syllabuses, tasks, jobs and other on campus activities start to fight for our […]
Life after graduation: Preparing for the next step
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 […]
Emily’s senior goodbye
Well, it’s that time again: the Lifestyles’ editor is officially signing off. For my last hoorah writing in this newspaper as a student journalist, I’d love to reflect on my time at Monmouth. If you don’t know me, my name is Emily. I am a senior about to graduate as a communication major and a […]
Your 2026 summer playlist
Summer is right around the corner, and no time is better than now to find some perfect songs and albums suited for the season. From the 80s to as recent as a year ago, these songs remain timeless for their melodies that make you feel like you’re right on summers’ doorstep. We could all use […]
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 […]