Sophomore Communication and Media Studies student at Montclair State University
The Montclarion Feature Editor Montclair, NJ
Worked on 64 assignments, created 26, named on 17 bylines for The Montclarion.
By Rob Ferguson (Rob as desk editor) + 3 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Montclair State's NAACP Chapter Carries On the Historic Organization's Legacy
Montclair State University’s chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is a student-led organization that aims to disrupt inequality and promote inclusivity in all areas of society. The chapter holds events and meetings that both advance the organization’s cause and uplift members. Nyah Vaughn serves as the organization’s president. After joining the chapter during her...
By Rob Ferguson + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Meet the Candidates for the Upcoming SGA General Election
The Montclair State University Student Government Association (SGA) is holding a General Election for executive positions for the 2024-2025 school year online from March 25-27. All students are eligible to vote. The election consists of three female candidates in different positions. The SGA's current executive vice president, Mikayla Houston, is running unopposed for the position of executive president. In a...
By Rob Ferguson + 4 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read
Montclair State's Food Recovery Network Chapter Combats Food Insecurity On and Off Campus
The student-run Montclair State University Food Recovery Network chapter is preparing to begin recoveries in the next month. The organization's mission is to reduce or completely eliminate food waste on campus by reallocating wasted food to charities around Montclair. The organization is resuming operations after a several-year break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. It is awaiting Student Government Association (SGA)...
By Rob Ferguson + 5 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Montclair State Culturs Hosts "Cultur-ella" Festival Celebrating Diversity
On Thursday, Feb 24, Montclair State University Culturs hosted "Cultur-ella," in the Student Center Ballrooms, an event which highlighted appreciating diversity for students. Montclair State Culturs is a project of the school's Public Relations Student Society of the America chapter as a part of the Bateman Case Study Competition to create a merged communications campaign in collaboration with Culturs Magazine....
By Rob Ferguson + 5 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
University Galleries Premieres New Solo Art Exhibit: "Case Studies 4: Hilliary Gabryel - Side Sleeper"
On Thursday, Feb. 8, the University Galleries premiered its new solo art exhibit, “Case Studies 4: Hilliary Gabryel - Side Sleeper” in the Alexander Kasser Theater lobby. The theater, which formerly housed permanent artwork, rotates its selection every semester to host a new artist. Queens-based sculptor Hilliary Gabryel’s “Side Sleeper” exhibit features a collection of sculptures built from repurposed antique...
By Rob Ferguson + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Mindful Eating: A New Approach to How Students Recharge
As of the beginning of the fall semester, Montclair State University is holding a weekly “Mindful Eating” program hosted by celebrity chef Jehangir Mehta. The program, held outside of Freeman Hall on Wednesdays or Thursdays, combines meditation and sustainability with culinary creations. Owner and executive chef of multiple successful NYC restaurants and author of a cookbook, Chef Mehta believes in...
By Rob Ferguson + 3 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read
Weekend Life on Campus: Is There Enough to Do?
As the fall semester begins and we kick off a new year, life on campus has officially started back up again for students. During the week, Montclair State University’s campus is buzzing with events and activities hosted by the Center for Student Involvement (CSI) as a part of an effort by administrators to help students become involved in the community...