As we approach the end of another semester affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, The Outlook editors discussed their opinions on the University’s plans for the spring semester. As announced by President Leahy via email on Nov. 20, these plans include the mix of in-person, hybrid, and online course delivery, the extension of winter break by one week, and the removal of a week-long spring break in replace of two “break days”—one in March and one in April.
Publication: Volume 93 (Fall 2020 - Spring 2021)
Music Industry’s Pandemic Struggles
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the music industry in multifaceted ways.
Social Work Lecture Held
The 8th Annual Social Work Alumni Lecture at Monmouth took place on Monday, Nov. 30. The lecture was a presentation called “Born of Rage: Art as an Agent for Social Change” given by Assistant Professor in the School of Social Work Ralph G. Cuseglio, DSW.
How Biden’s Administration Will Approach Foreign Affairs
The incoming Biden Administration will likely take a different approach to foreign policy than the current Trump administration. Throughout his political career, President-elect Joseph Biden has spoken highly of global cooperation and multilateralism.
Minor League Baseball Speaker Visits Sports Industry Club
Minor League Baseball’s Marketing Coordinator, Miranda Mauro, joined the Sports Industry Club for a lecture via Zoom, on Thursday, Nov. 19.
Real Estate Team Brings Home First Place Prize
The Monmouth University real estate team received a first-place prize for the second consecutive year on Friday, Nov. 13. The intercollegiate competition, titled “Monmouth University Kislak Real Estate Institute Competition,” also consisted of students from Baruch College, Lehigh University, and Villanova University.
Preparing For Finals During COVID: A New Layer of Stress
With finals coming up soon, college students are busier than ever. It’s that time of year again, but this time around things are different. The University has moved the majority of its classes to remote learning, and this is affecting the way students and teachers are preparing for finals.
Dining Hall Serves Thanksgiving Dinner
The Magill Commons Dining Hall served dinner to students from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, due to the unprecedented volume of students remaining on campus during the break this year.
University Announces Plans for Spring Semester
President Patrick F. Leahy Ed.D., detailed the University’s plans for the upcoming 2021 spring semester, in an email addressed to the campus community on Friday, Nov. 20.
The Institute for Global Understanding’s Inclusive Mission
Monmouth University’s Institute for Global Understanding (IGU) enhances cultural education and citizenship through academic and arts programs, scholarly research and events, networking of partnerships, and initiatives from local to global platforms. The IGU advances the University’s objective of captivating students, faculty, and staff in increasing diversity, equality, global understanding, leadership, and social justice.









