It is the month of October, which is also breast cancer awareness month. October allows us to show our support and love towards all those who have been diagnosed with and who have recovered from breast cancer. It is also the perfect opportunity to spread awareness of this deadly disease and what people can do […]
Lifestyles
It’s Pumpkin Time!
It’s October now, and you know what that means—it’s Halloween time! For some people, once October hits, it’s all about fall and Halloween. But for others, they’ve already been in that mode since September! Most stores have all their fall and Halloween Themed items out for a month already. It’s a time where the Pillsbury […]
Midsemester Slump or Comeback of the Year?
As we approach the middle of the semester here at Monmouth University, it is easy to lose ourselves in the sea of assignments and exams. This section of the semester where assignments quickly roll in is enough to make any student’s head spin. It is so easy to dial in to classwork and forget about […]
Freshen Up Your Living Space
With the semester now entering its fourth week, papers are already approaching and midterms will be here before you know it. All of these assignments might generate some anxiety, but and it seems that living in a small, confined space, like a dorm only heightens these kinds of anxieties. An on-campus college student spends a […]
The Bookclub of The Future
These days, most people only read when they have to for school or for work. Some even feel an external pressure to read in the form of self-guilt (i.e., they feel like they “should” be reading but don’t enjoy it). The social media video sharing app TikTok has put a different and new perspective on […]
Fall Festivities For Everyone
With summer coming to a close, we can now look forward to crisp breezes, the leaves changing colors, pumpkin flavored drinks, apple picking, and delicious pies. Yes—in all areas of life, fall is approaching. Even if fall is not your favorite time of year, there are so many ways to make the seasonal experience more […]
The Paleo Diet, Is It Worth it?
The paleo diet, AKA the hunter-gatherer diet, has recently resurfaced in both the commercial and scientific communities. The paleo diet consists of “avoidance of processed food, refined sugars, legumes, dairy, grains, and cereals, and instead it advocates for grass-fed meat, wild fish, fruit, vegetables, nuts, and “healthy” saturated fat” (Andrikopoulos). This is based on the […]
Adorning Your Dorm
With the first week of classes under their belts, students at Monmouth University are beginning to settle into the 2021-2022 academic year. Now that the Hawks are back in their nest, many create a home away from home in one of the 11 on-campus residence halls. Part of being a student is making sure you […]
Virtual Weddings: Couples Make The Best of COVID
COVID-19 has taken many things away from us. It has affected the way we gather, socialize, and act with the people all around us. One specific area that has been significantly impacted by the pandemic is weddings. Virtual weddings have become a new option for engaged couples to celebrate their marriage while maintaining a safe and healthy distance for all their loved ones to view.
Knowing the Difference Between COVID-19 and Allergies
Just because you are sneezing, or have itchy eyes, doesn’t mean you have COVID-19.