Last Tuesday, the ordinarily quiet Anacon Hall in the Rebecca Stafford Student Center was buzzing with sound, smell, and celebration. Tables lined the room, each one alive with color, conversation, and culture–from Italian masks to global trivia wheels to Japanese drumming echoing throughout the room. This was Culture Fest, a student-led event designed to bring […]
“Through Knowledge–the Challenge to Serve.” That is the slogan of Phi Alpha, the Social Work National Honor Society that inducted 29 new members on Mar. 31, bringing the Upsilon chapter to a total of 51 active members. Melissa MacDonald, MSW student and Phi Alpha president, explained, “Our mission as a society is to provide a […]
As we get older, social gatherings can often revolve around going out for drinks. However, not everyone may want to – or can – participate in this drinking culture. Despite this, there is a notable lack of social spaces for adults that do not center around bars or alcohol. Graduate English student, Veronique Manfredini, realizes […]
Practicing social situations can be very important for people who are on the autism spectrum. Ashley Zingillioglu, senior English student, recognizes that and upon researching it, discovered that there is a lack of interactive social stories (ISS), specifically tailored to teach socio-communication skills to middle and high school aged people on the autism spectrum. That […]
On Apr. 1, the Center for Entrepreneurship hosted a panel, Main Street Innovators: Local Visionaries Reimagining Retail. The panel featured businesses including Steady Hand Cafe, District Refillery, and Fleur de Mer. The panel explored topics including how to create memorable brand experiences that can help facilitate building loyal communities, how to balance having an online […]
Tucked just beyond the main food line in the dining hall lies a room that feels like its own little world.; The Hawk House. At the center is a counter, a chalkboard of rotating specials, and behind it all is where the magic happens. There stands Raymond Tan, the sushi chef that Monmouth students have […]
On Jan. 7, 2025, the Palisades Fires of southern California began, resulting in months-long destruction, damage to the environment, and injuries and fatalities for the citizens of the state. During this time, various media sources in the state reported on he forefront, keeping citizens updated and alert during dangerous times. While mainstream media platforms work […]
Inspire. Ignite. Impact. That is the motto of the Center for Entrepreneurship, who works with Monmouth University students, alumni, and the regional startup and small business community to make their entrepreneurial dreams a reality. They offer one-on-one coaching, mentorship, business-building resources, and learning opportunities for students who want to develop their business ideas. The Center […]
The Monmouth Sports Industry Club is focused on connecting its members with professionals within the sports industry. They do this by hosting meetings, typically via zoom with professionals within the sports industry. Recently, the club hosted a meeting with Amanda Bucci, the Executive Assistant to the General Manager and Danielle Berger, the Executive Assistant to […]
College students who turn to coffee to fuel their academic and social lives, many living off multiple cups a day, are often unaware of the potential health risks of overconsumption. Dr. Jennifer Weinberg, a Preventive and Lifestyle Medicine Physician and adjunct professor in the Health and Physical Education department, explained that the Food and Drug […]