I think that it is hard to say if we can truly learn to be happy, but that there are ways that we can learn to improve our happiness. Happiness is defined as a feeling of being content, joyful pleasure and having a sense of well being. I believe that there are several ways that […]
Opinion
Are Zoos Ethical?
Odds are if you are an adult, you have probably visited a zoo at least once in your life. Zoo’s offer an interactive experience, getting close up to wildlife that we would otherwise not be able to see in person. Although this sounds nice, when looking at other factors it is easy to see that […]
Are the 2025 New York Yankees better than last year’s roster?
With Spring Training officially underway and the 2025 season set to kick off in just undera month, Yankees fans including myself are excited to move on from the unfortunate ending tolast year’s season, and hoping this time around things will end differently. The 2025 Yankees roster heading into Opening Day is a whole lot different […]
Does social media contribute to body issues?
I think now more than ever, social media does contribute to body issues. As college students we spend an extreme amount of time on apps like Instagram, Snapchat, and Tiktok. With this, we follow influencers that seem to be living these luxurious lifestyles, and they all seem to be healthy, skinny ,or enjoying life in […]
The risks of remote work
Remote work options have become almost an expectation for flexibility and convenience in the modern workplace. The pandemic proved that many jobs can be done from home and the rise of technology has also made companies make the shift to offering more remote jobs. However, working in your pajamas and avoiding the daily commute could […]
Chiefs vs Eagles Super Bowl recap
After another eventful NFL season, the Philadelphia Eagles are officially world champions after defeating the reigning 2-time champion Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX by a final score of 40-22. Many thought this would be similar to the 2023 Super Bowl where the same two teams faced off in a back and forth game […]
Lionfish are more dangerous than you may think
This past January, I had the opportunity to go on a faculty-led study abroad program to the Island School in Eleuthera, Bahamas. During the 10-day Tropical Island Ecology course, we got to explore the local flora and fauna on various different adventures around the island. We snorkeled alongside Caribbean Reef sharks, Southern Rays, and so […]
Cold vs. warm showers
Cold showers are often seen as a challenge or discomfort, but they offer significantmental and physical benefits that make them a better choice for many people. While warmshowers are comfortable and relaxing, cold showers provide many advantages that contribute toboth mental clarity and physical health. Firstly, cold showers have proven physical benefits, particularly for the […]
Battle of the bars: Jmacs
When the hangover starts to subside on Saturday night and students fully recover from their night out at Porta, there is only one place on Monmouth students’ minds. Johnny Mac House of Spirits, or Jmacs as we call it, is located on Main Street in Asbury Park and houses Monmouth’s greatest local bar scene. With […]
Battle of the bars: Porta
Porta, located at 911 Kingsley St. in the vivacious and lively town of Asbury Park is one of the best bars to visit on a Friday night. Opened seven days a week, Porta specializes in happy hour delights and delicious cocktails. But, at 10 p.m. every Friday, the calming environment of this cozy restaurant is […]