Only a few weeks before the fall 2020 semester concluded and winter break began, students and staff from the Education program began to establish a remarkable interest group for education majors here at Monmouth University.
Publication: Volume 93 (Fall 2020 - Spring 2021)
Get to Know the Directors of Fraternity and Sorority Life
When thinking of Greek life at Monmouth University, what immediately comes to mind is probably the thrill of sorority recruitment, the excitement of entering a brotherhood, endless philanthropy events and a sense of community. However, none of these would run smoothly if it were not for the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life.
Athletic Director McNeil Honored During Women’s Sports Event
University Vice President and Director of Athletics Marilyn McNeil, Ph.D., was honored as a guest speaker during the 2021 National Girls and Women in Sports Day virtual celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 3. The event was hosted by the New Jersey Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women.
Greason, Ph.D., Presents Research On Historical Diversity
Walter D. Greason, Ph.D., Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Educational Counseling and Leadership, presented his research on the historical diversity of Union County in a virtual presentation co-sponsored by the Union Public Library and Vauxhall Historical Society on Tuesday, Feb. 2.
The Release of the New COVID-19 Vaccines
The COVID-19 vaccines have been rolling out since Dec. 14, and there has been a constant debate about whether people want to receive it yet.
Remembering Dr. Jack Burke
Dr. John (Jack) Burke, former Associate Professor and Chair in the Department of Music and Theatre Arts, passed away on Dec. 10 at the age of 75 due to cancer. Burke taught at the University for about 25 years, served 15 years as the Chair of the Department of Music and Theatre Arts, and served over a decade as Director of the Theatre Arts program before retiring after the spring 2020 semester.
American Rescue Plan Moves Closer to Rollout
The Senate came closer to passing President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion economic relief package on Friday, after Vice President Kamala Harris broke a 50-50 tie between the legislature’s Democrats and Republicans.
After 46 Years, Patti Swannack Is Retiring
Patti Swannack, Vice President for Administrative Services, will be retiring after the spring 2021 semester. Swannack currently oversees facilities management, campus planning and construction, human resources, student employment, and the Monmouth University Police Department (MUPD).
The Biden Administration’s Plan for COVID-19
Since Joe Biden was elected as President on Jan. 20th, the people of the United States have been wondering what his plans are regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and getting the country back on track.
Getting To Know Your Professors In The Remote Age
Can you believe that this semester will be the third semester and one year anniversary of virtual learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic? Who would have been able to imagine us holding zoom meetings as opposed to in-person meetings, using the “unmute” button to answer a question instead of raising our hands, and not worrying about how your class will judge the bottom half of your outfit because you could be wearing jeans or pj’s for they know.