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June 17, 2021 // By John LaRosa

Montclair State Holds Commencement Ceremonies for the Class of 2021

After nearly 15 months of muted microphones and poor connections, Montclair State University’s Class of 2021 came together in Sprague Field to celebrate their academic accomplishments. Family members and loved ones all came together to see the fruit of these students’ hard labor. Nearly every face was smiling as students took their seat, eagerly waiting to hear their name called up on stage. Many speakers gave their regards to the graduates, including President Susan Cole and College...

April 1, 2021 // By John LaRosa

A Prosperous Parade for Vice President Dr. Pennington

After an amazing 22-year career, Dr. Karen Pennington is retiring from Montclair State University. She was the vice president for Student Development and Campus Life here at the university. Crowds were cheering, people were clapping, horns were honking and sirens were roaring, all to support and show their appreciation for all the hard work Dr. Pennington has contributed to Montclair State. The march began at the Student Center and looped around the university, passing by all the major buildings...

February 18, 2021 // By John LaRosa

PHOTO ESSAY: A Snowy Start to Spring 2021

Between the snowstorms, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the flu season, Montclair State University has had a rough start to the spring 2021 semester. An exciting and rowdy first day, typically filled with chatter and cheer from students, was instead replaced with the roar of construction machines trying to plow snow out of the walkways and the deafening howl of the mountain wind. Montclair State has taken initiative to try to have an equal balance of in-person and online classes this sem...

November 7, 2020 // By John LaRosa

#FOCUSDEMOCRACY: PHOTO ESSAY: Montclair Community Rejoices in the Streets for President-elect Biden

After an intense waiting game to see who will be the next president of the United States, Americans learned early this afternoon that former Vice President Joseph R. Biden is projected to become the 46th president of the United States of America. Celebrations are now occurring around the world, including in downtown Montclair, New Jersey, where people have headed to the streets to proclaim the victory of their Democratic candidate. Montclair State University students and Montclair residents alik...

November 3, 2020 // By John LaRosa

#FOCUSDEMOCRACY: PHOTO ESSAY: A Calm Campus Before the Election Storm

Generally, Election Day in America is full of clamor, outcry, protest and even chaos. This may be true for other parts of the country, but Montclair State University residents have chosen to stay silent at this time. Walking around campus, there are very few signs of student life. To the dismay of many, the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused a set back in campus life, resulting in not much to be heard during what is arguably one of the most historic days in recent memory. Anywhere you lo...

November 2, 2020 // By John LaRosa

#FOCUSDEMOCRACY: Marijuana – What Do Students Think?

A question given to all New Jersey residents on this year’s ballot for the 2020 election is whether or not to legalize marijuana. Since most students at Montclair State University are presumably over 18 years old, those who are New Jersey residents have the power to vote for change. Although Gov. Phil Murphy has been pushing for the plant to be legalized, Therese Bailey, a freshman film major, voiced her concerns about marijuana. “I personally do not think it is a good idea,” Bailey said. ...

October 20, 2020 // By John LaRosa

Unmasking in the Heights: A Controversial COVID-19 Policy for Montclair State Residents

With coronavirus (COVID-19) still spreading rapidly throughout the United States, many universities are on high-alert, with many not allowing students to live on campus during the fall 2020 semester. Montclair State University is one of the few New Jersey colleges that decided to keep its residence halls open. This of course has brought some complications; students are allowed to live on campus, but they are not allowed to have guests in their rooms. As always, students have found ways to break ...

October 16, 2020 // By John LaRosa

PHOTO ESSAY: Montclair State Students Safely Come Together to Celebrate University Day

On Wednesday, Oct. 14, Montclair State University hosted its first University Day, showing college students that although they are living through challenging times, they are still able to socialize, show off our school spirit and have a good time. Students relished their day off from classes, making it a perfect day to relax and enjoy the beautiful autumn day. The main attractions were held in the Student Center Quad from noon until 3 p.m., and they featured a live DJ, free ice cream and the cha...