Well, it’s that time again: the Lifestyles’ editor is officially signing off. For my last hoorah writing in this newspaper as a student journalist, I’d love to reflect on my time at Monmouth. If you don’t know me, my name is Emily. I am a senior about to graduate as a communication major and a […]
Publication: Volume 98 (Fall 2025-Spring 2026)
A legacy in print: 38 years of John Morano at Monmouth
At The Outlook, Professor John Morano became the steady presence behind the newsroom, guiding generations of student journalists before stepping down as faculty advisor in 2021. He is now retiring after 38 years at the university. Morano, who was hired to found Monmouth’s journalism program, also became the first faculty advisor in the paper’s history. […]
Your first job most likely won’t be your dream job—but that’s okay
By the time senior year comes to its graduation ceremony, there’s always an anticipation and belief that everything leading up to this moment is supposed to be linear. You graduate, you land your dream job, and you go right into the career path you’ve been working hard toward. But for many graduating seniors, that path […]
Give hockey a chance; you may be surprised
If you don’t know me, I’m an avid sports fan, especially when it comes to hockey. Since this is my final piece, it felt only right to write about the sport I care about most. Asking me to pick a favorite sport is like asking me to pick a favorite child, I say there isn’t […]
Solution or statement?
On April 13, The Outlook staff was notified of a budget cut imposed by SGA which reduces our budget by 41.67%. The new proposed budget would virtually stop printing and distribution of the paper on campus. The editors were asked about their reactions to this news that SGA President Brendan Sheehan called an “economic choice.” […]
The Outlook receives “Best in Show” recognition at ACP Conference
Five members of The Outlook editorial team attended the Associated Collegiate Press (ACP) Spring National College Media Conference in San Francisco, California, taking home eighth in Best of Show in the process. The three day conference ran from Mar. 5-7 in San Francisco where over 160 sessions were offered through panels, roundtables, and presentations. The […]
SGA votes to defund The Outlook by 41.67%
After being recognized by the Associated Collegiate Press (ACP), in March, The Outlook has been virtually defunded by the Student Government Association (SGA). The Outlook is the oldest co-curricular student-run organization that’s been a print publication since the inception of Monmouth College in 1933. The Outlook goes through the same annual budget request as any […]
The Criminal Justice Department Moved Faculty Offices
The expanding Criminal Justice Department moved faculty offices this past summer to the first floor of the Plangere Center. The move caused the relocation of the World Languages and Cultures Department and took over space from the former Polling Center. David Golland, Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, said, “Criminal Justice had […]
Men’s lacrosse falls on Senior Day
The Monmouth men’s lacrosse team delivered a strong start on Senior Day but could not withstand a late surge, falling 17–10 to Stony Brook on April 11, at Kessler Stadium. Monmouth (5-6, 2-3 CAA) came out with energy early, matching Stony Brook (7-4, 3-1 CAA) goal-for-goal in the opening quarter. Both teams found the back […]
Strong third quarter lifts Hofstra over Monmouth women’s lacrosse
Monmouth women’s lacrosse dropped a crucial conference game to the Hofstra Pride on Saturday, giving up 10 goals over the course of the third quarter in the process. The game was competitive in the first half, but Hofstra went on an incredible second-half run to end up winning by double digits. Senior attacker Shea Berigan […]





