Today, there are major issues disrupting the education of America’s youth. Though there are many reasons for our lack of positive educational outcomes, one of the most blatant factors is the nationwide shortage of teachers. Infamous school reputations, inadequate pay and benefits, and safety risks are discouraging people from the profession. “The profession was vilified […]
Publication: Volume 95 (Fall 2022 - Spring 2023)
The Struggles of Transferring
To put it gently, the pandemic completely effed up my college plans. I’m a famed high school graduate of 2020— no prom, no senior trip, and no graduation. After barely making it through the second half of my senior year mentally, I thought enrolling in the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs was […]
7 Pieces of Advice to College Students, from a College Student
Whether it’s your first year in college or your last, it’s easy to lose focus once the spring semester rolls around. Thoughts of warm weather, spring break, and attending social events make it easy to lose track of your assignments and class requirements. Here is a list of some of the most important ways to […]
Faculty Spotlight: Marisa Sottos
Are you interested in photography but don’t know where to start? Monmouth University has many adjunct professors that tend to go unnoticed but make a significant difference in students’ lives and careers. Marisa Sottos is one of many adjunct professors in the Department of Art and Design that particularly teaches photography classes. Along with teaching […]
Emily Pawelek Named Intern of the Month
Emily Pawelek was named January’s intern of the month at Monmouth University by the Career Development office. The senior business accounting student interned at Paramount Global, where she served as the New York Showtime Programming Finance Intern. Paramount Global is one of the world’s leading producers of premium entertainment content, and has its hand in […]
Flying Solo this Holiday
It’s already the second month of 2023, which brings with it the next big holiday of the year: Valentine’s Day. Often associated with a plethora of flowers, chocolate hearts, and giant stuffed bears, Valentine’s Day is widely considered an opportunity to shower your romantic partner with gifts, attention, and love. However, not everyone is in […]
Date Ideas for Valentine’s Day
It is around that time of the year where we are encouraged to celebrate love and friendship! Valentine’s Day is coming up, which is a great opportunity to show your love and appreciation for not only your significant other, but for your friends and family. Each year, many people struggle to come up with new […]
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Remember Valentine’s Day in elementary school when you would go around and give your valentines out to each person in the class? You’d pass out Smarties, mini Hannah Montana-themed Valentine’s Day cards, and little trinkets that were promptly discarded if they weren’t candy. Now, as college students, it’s time to step it up. We’re starting […]
The 2023 Grammy Awards Highlights
The 2023 Grammy Awards was truly one for the books. From stunning red-carpet outfits to literal history being made on the awards stage, the program kept the audience on the edge of their seats. If you missed the historical night, here are the main highlights that make the Grammys as memorable as it was. First […]
Is the Kindle Scribe Worth It?
Happy were the days of Goosebumps, Magic Treehouse, and the mysterious adventures of Nancy Drew. Since I was a kid, reading was, and continues to be, a favorite pastime of mine. Just as my bookcase overflowed with myriads of mysterious and horrifically scary tales, so did my imagination and love for reading. Nonetheless, those were […]