Avery Nixon

Girlboss

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

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

Checking in with the Queer Community, Post Presidential Election

On Nov 6., Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election. This news was received diversely among New Jerseyans, given the varied demographics of the state. However, members of the local queer community are collectively grappling with the results. Transgender dancer at Rutgers University’s Mason Gross School of the Arts, Matt Gal, was met with a somber campus the day of...

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

RideShark App: New Solution or New Problems?

The Office of Commuter Life at Montclair State recently presented students with a new app, RideShark, which is designed to make their daily commute easier and help cut down on carbon emissions. Emily Inserra, coordinator for Commuter Life, explained the app. “RideShark is the perfect platform for college students who want to do more than just get from point A...

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

Students Gather Together to Watch the Live Results of the 2024 Presidential Election

Months of campaigning and election anticipation culminated in a watch party hosted by the School of Communication and Media on Election Day. In a moment that Americans have been anticipating for months, either out of fear or excitement, Election Day has finally arrived. Signs have filled the campus, encouraging students to use their voices and participate in the 2024 presidential...

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

Montclair State Volleyball Looks to Ride Momentum Entering the NJAC Tournament

The Montclair State University volleyball team had an impressive 2024 season with a 19-6 overall record and 7-1 in their conference. The Red Hawks are on a current 11-game winning streak and have secured the second seed in the New Jersey Athletic Conference [NJAC] tournament as they defeated their conference rivals, Kean University, in a 3-2 five set match up...

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By (Avery as managing editor) + 6 others for The Montclarion - 1 min read

POTW

Congratulations to our players of the week: Senior guard Mike Jackson Senior forward Olivia ...

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

Incorrect HVAC Line Cut at Sam’s Place, Resulting In Temporary Closure

Fire alarms were activated at Machuga Heights and Sam’s Place on Thursday, Nov. 7, according to a Red Hawk Alert message sent to the campus community. It was reported at 9:28 a.m. Captain Janine Brychta of the University Police Department stated that the cause of the activated alarm was a result of a third-party HVAC company cutting a mis-marked line...

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

Montclair State University Police Blotter: Nov. 6 to Nov. 11

The Montclair State University Police Department provides The Montclarion with a weekly police blotter, which shares the forms of crime and other incidents that have been reported on campus. Swipe left to read what was documented for the time period of Nov. 6 to Nov....

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

Women’s Cross Country Makes History Early into the Season

For the first time in Montclair State University’s history, cross country is ranked in the top 10 of the United States Track and Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Metro Region Rankings. Although the cross country team has only run in two meets so far, their effective performances have placed them eighth in the USTFCCCA Metro Region Rankings. This...

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

NJAC Playoffs: Field Hockey Sent Home After Heartbreaking Overtime Loss

EWING, N. J. – The Montclair State University field hockey team left it all on the turf during Wednesday afternoon's New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) Tournament semifinal match. Unfortunately for the Red Hawks, they still fell short. The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) withstood a late run of Montclair State momentum to take a 2-1 victory. The Red Hawks spent...

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By (Avery as managing editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 3 min read

Women's Soccer Falls Short in NJAC Final

EWING, N. J. – Going into Saturday's New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) women's soccer final, The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) was unbeaten and on an 11-game win streak. During their regular season matchup on Oct. 5, TCNJ would defeat Montclair State University, 2-1. One month later, the Red Hawks had a chance at revenge. The game started out very...

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