When people talk about Black History Month, it often gets framed as an opportunity to look back. What were some major “firsts” that Black Americans were only afforded decades ago? What barriers did Black people have to overcome — and are still overcoming — to get ahead in a system shaped by racism? More often […]
Opinion
Why is getting off campus such a struggle?
At some point in your time at Monmouth, leaving the University at peak hours of the day by car can be a slow drag, especially after your last class of the day and you’re excited to go home. For many students including faculty, this has become a customary part of the daily routine on campus. […]
Dean’s List: too selective?
I have made the Dean’s list every semester that I’ve been at Monmouth; until now. I’m not trying to be a crybaby and whine that I didn’t make the school’s most selective list this semester, but I’ve heard from multiple other students that they also didn’t make the list, even when they improved academically. I […]
Is hockey the best Olympic sport?
Every four years, the greatest athletes from around the world gather for the Winter Olympics. Their dream? To bring home Olympic gold. Whether it’s figure skating, curling, or skiing—because it’s the Olympics, we’ll be glued to our televisions watching the best of the best perform at the highest level. But when hockey comes on, it […]
You can bounce back from anything in life
Have you ever felt like life knocked you down so hard you couldn’t get back up? You’re not alone. How exhausting is it to constantly see or hear others telling you to keep a positive mindset? Simply keeping a positive mindset is easier said than done. This is especially the case when you’re going through […]
Has Christmas lost its spirit?
As the holidays draw near, a sense of wonder seems to fill the air. The crisp chill of late autumn, the Christmas decorations being brought out of storage, the gifts you pick out for your friends and family. It all feels very nostalgic, pleasant, and even magical as the year comes to a close. Don’t […]
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 […]
“Stranger Things” retrospective: does it hold up or is it just nostalgia bait?
When “Stranger Things” first dropped in 2016, I was in fifth grade and was hooked immediately. I found season one really intriguing with the mystery of Will’s disappearance. Everyone was talking about it, dressing up as Eleven for Halloween and arguing who the best character was. It had the perfect combination of mystery, friendship and […]
The Jonas Brothers: Kings of the Boy Bands?
While there has been a generationally-passed debate of this topic, I have finally put it to rest. Lots of people argue over which “boy band” is the best, but we have really settled the debate. Whether you like 90’s bands, K-pop, TV show bands, or just someone more modern, I believe that the Jonas Brothers […]
Being a veteran at Monmouth University
I remember it like it was yesterday, on a cold and dreary day in December of 2015 at Mcquire Air Force base, I raised my right hand and swore the oath to the constitution. A decision I made that changed my life, and I sure did not expect to be sitting here writing this as […]