For the past four months there have been multiple investigations taking place in the U.S. on current and former politicians. As most know, former President Donald Trump has been indicted in Georgia, Florida, Manhattan, and Washington. There are also a number of state and federal prosecutors opening investigations on the former president. While Trump has […]
Publication: Volume 96 (Fall 2023 - Spring 2024)
America’s Gerontocracy: An Issue Aging Like Milk
For most aging Americans, the retirement age is 65. For most people, retirement is seen as the end of a life sentence without parole, a new lease on the human condition- free of responsibilities to live out the remainder of your own American Dream. In fact, it’s almost expected of our retirees to silently end […]
Entertainment Happening Around West Long Branch
Monmouth University’s location is one of the college’s greatest assets. Just drive a few minutes down the road and you’re at the beach. The beach access here is one of the best you can get on the East Coast. Although some Southern beach schools do beat us with warmer weather, the entertainment surrounding our school, […]
The Return of Dan and Shay and Their New Album, “Bigger Houses”
On Friday, Sept. 15, Dan and Shay, the Grammy-winning duo known for their harmonious blend of country and pop, released their highly anticipated album, Bigger Houses. Fans and critics alike have eagerly awaited the album’s debut, and it’s safe to say that it lives up to the high expectations set by the duo’s previous work. […]
New to Anime? Try Bocchi the Rock!
Stepping into the anime world can be overwhelming as there are hundreds upon hundreds of shows and genres to explore. It’s difficult to choose, especially if you have friends in your circle who have watched anime for quite some time and you might feel left out. Anime has become very popular over recent years. Some […]
Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer: A Book Review
This book has it all – a super-hot villain, a prince frog that communicates with signs, mythical beasts willing to destroy anyone and anything that hurts their mate, and an evil organization to take down the king. Talk about every reader’s fantasy, right? Evie, resident of the kingdom of Rennedawn, just lost her job and […]
Budgeting 101
For many, to attend college is to live out a dream; however, that’s not to say the college experience is without its drawbacks, one of which is the cost of living. Plenty of college students find it difficult to budget their money and to prioritize their essentials over their wants. If you find yourself constantly […]
Fall Movie & TV Show Recommendations
What’s better than cozying up to a good show or movie that perfectly encapsulates the fast-approaching fall season? This list of movies and TV shows not only embody autumn in all its multi-colored glory, but they also emotionally and mentally prepare a person for everything it has to offer. From feel-good plots, to beautiful scenery, […]
Avoiding Academic Burnout This Semester
The beginning of the school year can be one of the most stressful times of the semester. You have to adjust to your new class schedules, meet new professors, and get in the routine of adding schoolwork into your busy schedule along with work or other personal obligations. Many college students, new or veteran, struggle […]
RAs: Monmouth’s Campus Heroes
“When I do my job, I want to make the experience on campus as fun and comfortable as I possible,” explained junior accounting student and resident assistant (RA) in Monmouth’s Spruce Hall, Chris Skwirut.RAs are students’ first line of defense; they help students address the challenges and struggles associated with attending college. Moving away from […]