Worked on 443 assignments, created 131, named on 51 bylines for The Montclarion.
By Madison Boyce (Avery as desk editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 3 min read
We Need More Live Music at Montclair State
Here at Montclair State University, we pride ourselves on our music programs. There’s always attention being brought to them and the live shows we hold on campus, but one thing I have noticed is the lack of genre diversity within our concerts at Montclair State. We hold primarily jazz and classical concerts, which are phenomenal, don’t get me wrong, but...
By Cassandra Michalakis (Avery as desk editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read
“Amour During Affliction”: Post-Pandemic Romance In Movies
Having recently watched a romantic comedy that didn't have the typical happy ending, I found myself shrieking at the conclusion. For context, it was “My Best Friend’s Wedding.”I am usually indifferent to rom-com endings since they are supposed to be light-hearted and predictable. But this time I really had hoped for a happy ending. I found myself fraught over how...
By Avery Nixon (Avery as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
EDITORIAL: How To Stay Safe This Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day, some love it and some loathe it. Contrary to popular belief, you don't have to be in a committed and loving relationship to celebrate. There are most definitely a couple of lonely hearts that will link up to celebrate even if they are just meeting for the first time. After all, love has got to start somewhere right?If...
By Danny Krastek (Avery as desk editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read
'Everything Everywhere All At Once' Will Not Win Best Picture
Before I get attacked for this, I want to make it clear that I think “Everything Everywhere All At Once” was one of the best films of 2022. It was super creative and unique, led by a strong script, even stronger performances and some of the best visual editing I have ever seen. It truly is a marvelous film and...
By Esmeralda Tamayo (Avery as desk editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Make Your Own Definition Of Success
Thinking that you will have everything figured out when you graduate can be frustrating. Especially when you find yourself in the transition from adolescence to adulthood. There’s a constant battle within ourselves between who you are and who you’re trying to be, all while trying to create your own definition of success. Post-college depression is a real thing, and many...
By Anthony Foster (Avery as desk editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 3 min read
It's Time for the Nuclear Option
Germany is burning coal again, Exxon knew of climate change 40 years ago, and net zero by 2050 is a pipe dream. For an issue that will kill 250,000 people per year by 2030, and threaten at least a third of the world's biodiversity -- the alarm is alarmingly absent. There's no shortage of writers who bemoan the lack of...
By Avery Nixon (Avery as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
EDITORIAL: After Tens Of Thousands Of Dollars In Tuition, It Still Isn't Enough
Attending Montclair State University costs $13,762 a year if you live in New Jersey, $22,472 a year if you don't. And approximately another $11,000 a year if you want to live on campus. And on top of that, another $5,170 a year if you want to eat. It is safe to assume that every student doesn't have $30,000 in their...
By Colin Luderitz (Avery as desk editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read
Avatar is Blind to Its Own Racial Implications
While it’s been a running joke that “Avatar” has left little to no cultural impact since its record-breaking box office run, “Avatar: The Way of Water” becoming the sixth highest-grossing film of all time this past week asserts that there is no denying the place of “Avatar” in the zeitgeist, and as such, it becomes imperative to discuss the glaring...
By Claudia Martillo (Avery as desk editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Missouri State House Enforces Stricter and Sexist Dress Code for Women
Women have long been the victim of sexist dress codes in the workplace and schools. They are penalized for their bodies and have been forced to cater their appearance to the benefit of men. Led by Republican representative Ann Kelley, the Republican-controlled Missouri State House of Representatives sought to strengthen the dress code only for female lawmakers, stressing the coverage...
By Avery Nixon (Avery as desk editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
EDITORIAL: Pipe Burst In Williams Hall, Worst Christmas Gift Ever
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through Williams Hall, not a student was studying, not even a Zoom call. The students were mostly home and relaxing with self-care, in hopes that their dorms would be safe until they got back there. The students were nestled all snug in their beds, while visions of Rocky the Red Hawk danced in...
