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 483 assignments, created 130, named on 28 bylines for The Montclarion.

By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read

EDITORIAL: Finding Respite In The New Year

Every year, it seems that winter break becomes a bigger and bigger relief for young adults. There is the growing anxiety about what our near-futures hold with our jobs and social life. Then there is also worldly stress about policies and powers that may wholly change certain things in our lifetime. Those with loved ones in dire situations, whether from...

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 6 min read

Students' Reluctance To Seek Out Disability Resources Is A Calling For Change

Photo credit: Christian Vera

Disclaimer: The following article is the opinion of a student writer at Montclair State University. This article does not necessarily reflect the views of The Montclarion or its staff. As a result of students being unaware of the services and accommodations the Disability Resource Center (DRC) provides at Montclair State University, it announced an upcoming name change. The DRC is...

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 10 min read

The Moon & You

We always said it would only take the two of us and the moon. It took more than that. That night, the meat-hooked stars tittered in the sky, all shimmer and deceit. The wind curdled into our skin, winded our hair into coils. Our overlaid hands were the only spot of warmth in the crisp night. That night we wore...

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

Montclair State University Chief of Police Kieran Barrett to Retire After 27 Years

Montclair State University's top police officer is stepping down after twenty seven years. Kieran Barrett, Montclair State University's chief of police, has announced his retirement. His last day of duty is slated for June 30. Barrett first joined the force in August 1998 and ascended to chief in July 2022. “I think the department is in good shape," Barrett said....

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

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Kieran Barrett, Montclair State University’s chief of police, has announced his retirement. His last day of duty is slated for June 30. Barrett first joined the force in August 1998 and ascended to chief in July 2022. “I think the department is in good shape,” Barrett said. “I think it’s important that we allow for others to lead. I think...

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

Elite Eight: Duke Surges Past Alabama, Advances to Final Four

NEWARK, N. J. – In the opening moments of the East Region Final, Duke University freshman forward Cooper Flagg nailed a three-pointer to put his team ahead. The Blue Devils did not look back. No. 1 seeded Duke booked their ticket to the NCAA Final Four with an 85-65, wire-to-wire victory over the No. 2 seeded University of Alabama. The...

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

Montclair State Baseball Falls To Stevens

MONTCLAIR, N. J. - The Red Hawks' seven-game winning streak came to an end Tuesday night against Stevens Institute of Technology by a final score of 9-8. Junior pitcher Evan Wood got the start for MSU. He lasted an inning and two-thirds, giving up six hits and three earned runs with two strikeouts. After going down three runs, Montclair shortened...

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

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Timothy Fox has been promoted to Deputy Chief of the Montclair State University Police Department (UPD), advancing from his previous position as an operation captain. He now works alongside the Chief of Police, Kieran Barrett, to enhance campus safety and oversee various positions within the department. Read more themontclarion.orgWriter and Photographer: David Bien-Aime (@davidbmultime...

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

Softball Riding Nine Game Winning Streak

With New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) games around the corner, Montclair State University's softball team has been excelling. They are currently riding a nine-game win streak with consecutive wins against Middlebury College, Hunter College, Baruch College, Neumann University and Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham. Last season, the Red Hawks finished in seventh place in conference, with a record of 5-13 in the...

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 3 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read

March Madness Sweet 16: Duke Outlasts Arizona in Battle of Star Players

NEWARK, N. J. – Thursday night's Sweet 16 matchup between No. 4 seeded University of Arizona and No. 1 seeded Duke University was hyped up as a battle between two of college basketball's titans. The stars played as advertised. Duke forward Cooper Flagg and the Blue Devils outlasted Arizona guard Caleb Love and the Wildcats, 100-93. Flagg, who is widely...

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