Sal DiMaggio

Editor-in-Chief of The Montclarion; Montclair State University, B.A. Journalism and Digital Media, Class of 2025 Montclair State University

Worked on 484 assignments, created 131, named on 29 bylines for The Montclarion.

By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read

English Club Wraps Up Third Season of Playne English Podcast

The Montclair State University English Club has wrapped production on the third season of its original Playne English Podcast. The podcast, which began in January 2024, provides a place for club members to have fun, casual conversations in an episodic format. Members pitch their own ideas for episodes, which sometimes include expert interviews, book recommendations or deep dives into authors...

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 3 min read

Volleyball Loses in Heartbreaking Fashion vs Stockon University

It all came down to the final set as the Montclair State University volleyball team faced off against Stockton University in the New Jersey Athletic Conference [NJAC] Tournament semifinals. Both teams had a lot of stake, as the winner was scheduled to play in the NJAC finals to play William Paterson. The first set looked dominant from the beginning for...

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 1 min read

Montclair State Police Blotter: Nov. 12 to Nov. 18

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. 12 to Nov. 18. Writer: Meagan Kane >themontclarion...

By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 6 others for The Montclarion - 1 min read

Montclair State Sees Spike In Domestic Violence Cases in 2023

Cases of domestic violence have been on the rise at Montclair State University according to records from the Jeanne Clery Act report, which is based on statistics from 2021-2023. The statistics are shared annually with the campus community. In 2022 data, Montclair State reported 13 cases of domestic violence. In records from 2023, which shares the most recent data, there...

By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 6 min read

Montclair State Men's Basektball Looks to Bounce Back from Last Season Woes

The Montclair State men's basketball team have a lot returning faces entering the upcoming season. Unfortunately, they lose starting guard Keyon Price. However, the rotation stays the same, with fresh faces coming in as well. Head coach Justin Potts had much to say in regard to his team's goals coming into this season.“I think the goals for us will always...

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 6 others for The Montclarion - 1 min read

POTW

Congratulations to our players of the week: Senior sprint freestyle & butterfly swimmer Lucas GomesSenior runner Denisse Agu...

By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 2 min read

Between Sunsets and Dawn

As I travel down the road, I glance back from time to time. Following me, the faint whispers of what I left behind. The past; it's a interesting tale, a bumpy path of twists and turns. Its pages are filledand its words are set in stone. But there’s comfort in looking back; After all, it’s easier to read a book...

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 1 min read

The Storm

In the wake of chaos, the ground lies cracked, roots torn from their grasp, and silence fills the air. Why does the burden rest here, when the storm that brought it is nowhere to be found? Are there regrets for what was lost, as eyes meet the aftermath and trace the scars left behind. But soon, the damage will fade....

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 1 min read

A Poem About Hugs

I hate hugs, because they mean letting someone get close. And when they're that close, they learn your secrets, your inner thoughts. When their arms wrap around you, what are their true intentions? Because their hands are behind your back, and there's so much they can do behind your backwhen you think they care, when you feel safe. Because in...

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read

Montclair State Sees Spike In Domestic Violence Cases in 2023

Cases of domestic violence have been on the rise at Montclair State University according to records from the Jeanne Clery Act report, which is based on statistics from 2021-2023. The statistics are shared annually with the campus community. In 2022 data, Montclair State reported 13 cases of domestic violence. In records from 2023, which shares the most recent data, there...

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