Have you ever wondered what life is like as an influencer? To me, the idea of being an influencer sounded like a dream career that was so unattainable. This past year, however, I finally learned how to promote myself to make companies and brands reach out to me to advertise their products. It sounds crazy, […]
Publication: Volume 96 (Fall 2023 - Spring 2024)
Thanksgiving: A Time-Honored Tradition
Thanksgiving, a cherished holiday that marks a time of gratitude, unity, and feasting, has deep roots in American history. Though many people only think of turkey, pumpkin pie, and getting together with loved ones when celebrating, the holiday’s history and customs go beyond the dinner table. The origins of Thanksgiving as observed in the United […]
Best Credit Cards for Students
While entering adulthood is a daunting task, starting to build your credit in college at a younger age is more important than you might think. Opening up a credit card catered to college students allows you to have a smaller line of credit, more rewards, and different ways to receive cash back. Before going into […]
New Jersey Elections: Democrats Expand Legislative Majorities
This year in New Jersey, all 120 seats in the legislature were eligible for re-election. With 40 seats up for grabs in the State Senate and 80 seats in the State Assembly split between 40 districts, this was an intensely competitive election. For Democrats, this election meant competing for their majority in both chambers. For […]
The Aftermath of Comic-Con 2023
Graced with a Press Badge which allowed me to attend all four days without cost, I can finally report on how the comeback of Comic Con was since COVID. As soon as I was off the train, I was immediately met with people in costumes. It was easy to recognize who was headed to the […]
Excitement Surrounding Women’s Banner Unveiling and Upcoming Season
With the 2023-24 Monmouth basketball season beginning, the women’s team takes a look back at their previous victory season. A season full of surprising wins shocking the entire collegiate basketball world and putting Monmouth basketball on the map. On Nov. 10, 2023, for the first time in forty years, a new banner was unveiled commemorating […]
The 20s Reawakened: “The Great Gatsby” at Paper Mill
The age of jazz and flappers has been revived in the world premiere musical adaption of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel “The Great Gatsby” at Paper Mill Playhouse. Starring musical theater powerhouses Eva Noblezada as Daisy Buchanan and Jeremy Jordan as Jay Gatsby, “The Great Gatsby” roared on stage for its limited engagement of Oct. 12 […]
Monmouth Music Artists: The Not-So-Hidden Gems
Monmouth University is filled with incredibly talented individuals when it comes to music, and on-campus organizations like Blue Hawk Records and MU Players showcase these talented young people. Three Monmouth students in particular have been making their way into the music world for years now. Consisting of three different distinct genres and sounds, they all […]
Flatland Cavalry is on the Rise and Just Dropped a New Album
On Oct. 27, Flatland Cavalry, the Texas-native folk-rock group, released their fourth album “Wandering Star.” A band that had just gained some traction recently with the help of Luke Combs’ world tour now has many listeners eager to hear what Flatland Cavalry has been up to. In 2012, Vocalist Cleto Cordero started the band in […]
Top 5 Must Read Stephen King Books
Spooky season may be over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a classic horror novel before the Christmas season kicks into full swing. No one does “spooky” better than the king himself: Stephen King. Here are my top 5 Stephen King recommendations that you can read any time of the year. “Joyland”: This book […]