WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ—In today’s society, technologies expand the possibilities to share a voice while connecting with others around the globe. Whether it is through a book, poem or even a simple text message, it is always important to recognize and appreciate just how much we use different styles of writing in daily life. October 20 marks National Day […]
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The Reality of Campus Parking
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ–Leaving the house at 10:40 a.m. for an 11:40 a.m. class is the reality for the average Monmouth University student. The university has set up several new additions for the campus this year, like accepting an overabundance of freshman, adding a new dining service, and altering the academic calendar. While these new additions […]
Citizens Rally for Beach Access
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ–An ordinance proposed in Deal, NJ to severely limit public beachfront parking and access was met with intense resistance recently by an overwhelming number of surfers, fishermen and concerned citizens who attended the Deal town hall meeting on October 9. According to an article on The Asbury Park Press, no Deal residents attended […]
Back to the Future or Reality?
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ—Great Scott! Back to the Future Day is finally among us. This means that the “Back to the Future” film this day is based on will now take place entirely in the past—talk about a time warp. October 21 marks the day that Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) traveled to the then-future of […]
Monmouth Rises in Ranking
Monmouth University has locked in the number 36 spot on U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking of Best Colleges.
Summer Bucket List
The Verge has everything you need to make your summer bucket list.
MU Students Show Strength & Fight Hunger
On Sunday April 12, Monmouth University and Move For Hunger teamed up for a pull a truck event to help fight hunger in Monmouth County. Teams of Monmouth University students joined in a friendly competition of pulling a moving truck through the university parking lot.
Eroding Shorelines Lead to Eroding Citizen Patience
Beach replenishment leaves once scenic beaches as a construction zone eyesore.
American Reporters Not Totally Free on World Press Freedom Day
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ–May 3 marks the United Nation’s annual World Press Freedom Day, which according to UNESCO is dedicated to reminding governments of their commitment to press freedom. The idea of “press freedom violations” typically calls to mind the plight of journalists in countries that are less developed half-way across the globe, but these […]
Drinking Water or Pool Water?
WEST LONG BRANCH, NJ- Usually when we turn our sink on to get drinking water, our glasses are greeted with clear, odorless, delicious tasting water. But for the last couple of months the water in Monmouth County has been undeniably… different. Some New Jersey citizens have noticed a strong scent of chlorine in the water […]