The ugly Christmas sweater is becoming an omnipresent item of the holiday season. Many people are buying and borrowing tacky sweaters to wear to ugly Christmas sweater themed parties. Telltale signs of these unpleasant sweaters are cartoon snowmen with fuzzy pom poms for decoration, Christmas trees decorated with red and green felt applique, Santa with a fuzzy beard, and of course Rudolph with his bright red nose.
Publication: Volume 86 (Fall 2014 - Spring 2015)
Volume 86 (Fall 2014 – Spring 2015)
Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions
As everyone’s favorite time of the year, the end of the semester, approaches us, so do the resolutions to better ourselves in yet another upcoming fresh new year.
How Students Pull Through the Final Semester Stretch
The seasons change in a perfect cycle of inevitability, like the setting and rising of the sun and moon. During college, every semester brings new experiences, struggles, and growth. When the end of the fall semester approaches, it causes us to look back and see how to go about these few short weeks before winter break. Some students crack down studying for finals, and others do nothing at all. As it always has, and will, the real stories come from the students of Monmouth themselves.
“When I Grow Up I Want To Be…” The Key to Getting Your Very Own ‘Dream’ Job
Dream (noun.): A cherished aspiration, ambition, or ideal. We used to question our parents about them after a night of sleep, what did that dream mean? Now as educated, inspired, young adults, our dreams are concrete. As we count the days towards graduation, a distinct dream at the forefront of our minds is getting a job or, if we’re really motivated, getting our dream job.
Singing the Christmas Blues: Why the Holidays are Filled with a Little Less Spirit
No matter what you may celebrate, the holiday season is arguably the most magical part of the year. Whether children are waiting for Santa to climb down their chimneys, or families are lighting the Menorah, there is just something in the air that makes everything a little more special. For some, it’s because families come together to spend time with one another. For others, it’s because of the food and the parties and the exchanging of presents. For college students, it’s time to enjoy being back in their own homes for a whole month.
Tis’ The Season For Giving: Holiday Gift Guide For Everybody
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. It’s getting colder, nights are cozier. There is cheer and joy spreading everywhere, and bright red and greens spread holiday cheer everywhere.
Go Out of 2014 With a Bang Before You Bring in the New Year
Everyone deserves a chance to enjoy themselves once in awhile; an opportunity to pamper yourself, try something new, re-invent yourself, make a resolution or set a goal.
Where Are They Now – Bill Stryker || Features
I’ve been working with Merrill Lynch since August of 2006. I’ve held a couple positions. Right now I’m the staff assistant/office manager for Alternative Investment Product Services located in Hopewell, NJ. I am currently residing in Asbury Park with my sister, Sarah, who is also a study abroad/Monmouth alum.
Return of Swim Team Makes a ‘Splash’ at University
The University announced that they will be adding swim teams for men and women beginning fall 2015. The additions were made official on Nov. 20.
Men’s Basketball Upset Attempt Falls Short
In one of their toughest stretches of schedule this season, the men’s basketball team suffered back-to-back hard fought losses to the University of Maryland Terrapins and Southern Methodist University Mustangs respectively.