Avery Nixon

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Worked on 443 assignments, created 131, named on 51 bylines for The Montclarion.

By (Avery as managing editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 1 min read

La Montclaria Editor- Post

The Montclarion is looking for someone to lead La Montclaria, our Spanish-language section for the spring 2025 semester! Email montclarionchief@gmail.com if you are interes...

By (Avery as managing editor) + 3 others for The Montclarion - 1 min read

In Photos: Best Sports Moments of Fall 2024

Fall 2024 was another action-packed semester for Montclair State University athletics. Here's a look back at the season's greatest moment...

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By (Avery as managing editor) + 3 others for The Montclarion - 7 min read

It’s Time for Montclair State to Finally Honor One of its Greatest Athletes

Montclair State University is home to a Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer. Sports Illustrated once called her “the most relentlessly exciting performer in the history of women's basketball.” She’s considered to be a pioneer who broke scoring records and shattered glass ceilings. But if you ask any student at Montclair State who Carol Blazejowski is, you’ll likely receive a blank...

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By (Avery as managing editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read

Student Government Association Hosts Expressive Policy Town Hall with President Koppell

The Student Government Association (SGA) held their much-anticipated Expressive Activity Policy Town Hall with President Jonathan Koppell on Dec. 9. Koppell addressed student and faculty concerns regarding the revised Expressive Activity Policy, discussing topics ranging from student protester encounters with police, campus safety, the legality of campus speech and demonstration regulations. The town hall was originally scheduled for Nov. 20,...

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By (Avery as managing editor) + 3 others for The Montclarion - 3 min read

Presencia latina en la Universidad Estatal de Montclair

Montclair State University es una institución al servicio de los hispanos, lo que refleja la evolución de las diversas poblaciones estudiantiles universitarias de hoy. ¿Qué significa esto para la universidad?Para ser considerada una Institución de Servicio Hispano, una universidad debe tener al menos un 25% de una población estudiantil latina/hispana. En general, la población estudiantil de Montclair es 32,8% latina....

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By (Avery as managing editor) + 3 others for The Montclarion - 3 min read

Latino Presence at MSU

Montclair State University is a Hispanic Serving Institution, reflecting the evolution of today’s diverse student populations in college. What does this mean for Montclair State?To be known as a Hispanic-Serving Institution, a college must have at least 25% of a Latino/Hispanic student population. Overall, Montclair State's student population is 32.8% Latino. This year, Montclair State University accepted the largest class...

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By (Avery as managing editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read

"Wicked" Is An Authentic And Eye-Catching Must-Watch Musical

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It took a 21 year run on Broadway and 12 years in development hell, but it is finally here. And, let me be the first to say, it is absolutely Wicked (ba dum tss)! "Wicked" tells the story of Elphaba, played by Cynthia Erivo, a misunderstood young woman cast out by society due to her green skin and emotionally-charged magic....

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By (Avery as managing editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read

Montclair Hidden Gem "da Pepo" Offers Taste of Italy Inside Bookstore

Nestled away in a connected storefront with Watchung Booksellers, da Pepo has become a local staple for classic Italian food in a cozy environment.da Pepo is a Montclair-based Italian eatery which serves paninis, pasta, salads, and other traditional dishes. Its charm is in its unique location, settled in with beloved local bookstore Watchung Booksellers. Situated next to Watchung Plaza on...

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By (Avery as managing editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read

"Rock Bottom" Is A Refreshing and Resonant Original Musical

Photo credit: Ian Love

What happens when you reach Rock Bottom? Why, you receive a postcard of course! At least, that is what happens in Players: A Programming Board of the SGA’s student-made original musical, “Rock Bottom.” Running from Nov. 22 to 24, “Rock Bottom” follows Grace, a newcomer to the titular town, promising her a second chance and opportunity to leave her past...

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By (Avery as managing editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read

A Christmas Story – For My Dad

It was late one November Night, and I asked my Dad if he would watch “A Christmas Story” with me. Every year he’d throw it on at the holidays, and most years I’d sit and wait through it. I never hated watching it; A Christmas story is one for the books. It’s about a kid who wants nothing more for...

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