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 130, named on 29 bylines for The Montclarion.

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

President Koppell Speaks to Campus Community About President Trump's Executive Orders

Montclair State University President Jonathan Koppell addressed the ongoing executive orders from the Trump administration through a town hall held at Alexander Kasser Theater. He spoke to the campus community on Feb. 26 about how these orders will affect Montclair State University if enforced. Koppell stated that legally, the administration must comply. This comes after reports that federally funded institutions...

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

Column: Women's Basketball Eyes Upset in NCAA Tournament First Round

When the calendar flips from February to March, college basketball becomes an entirely new season. Yet, the Montclair State University women’s basketball team has continued its high level of play. As the NCAA Division III women's basketball tournament commences, and the best in the sport duke it out, the Red Hawks will need another stellar performance to survive and advance....

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

President Koppell Speaks to Campus Community About President Trump's Executive Orders

Montclair State University President Jonathan Koppell addressed the ongoing executive orders from the Trump administration through a town hall held at Alexander Kasser Theater. He spoke to the campus community on Feb. 26 about how these orders will affect Montclair State University if enforced. Koppell stated that legally, the administration must comply. This comes after reports that federally funded institutions...

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

Party Like It’s 2003: Men’s Basketball wins first NJAC Championship in 22 Years

MONTCLAIR, N. J. – As the clock inside of the Panzer Athletic Center drained to zero, the Montclair State University men’s basketball team was swept by a feeling of euphoria as they stormed the court. The Red Hawks were not just celebrating a win, they were celebrating reaching the peak of their basketball careers after years of on-court dedication, sacrifice...

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

Lion Tamers: Women's Basketball Defeats TCNJ to Win NJAC Championship

EWING, N. J. – In the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) preseason coach’s poll, the Montclair State University women's basketball team were picked to miss the playoffs. Four months later, the Red Hawks defeated The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) 72-63 to win the conference championship. When the final buzzer sounded and the players and coaching staff stormed the court,...

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read

Luca Guardagnino’s Challengers is Steamy, Sporty, and Sensational

You did it again, Luca, you did it again. The man who gave us the Gen Z acclaimed clip of Timothée Chalamet on the dance floor, in 'Call Me By Your Name', fed us 10 fold in 'Challengers'. Luca Guardagnino’s latest and greatest seductively depicts human desire and codependency. With a wickedly hot cast and copious amounts of sweat, Challengers...

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

The Heartbeat of Montclair State Men's Basketball

MONTCLAIR, N. J. – 727 days. 23 months. 17,448 hours. These numbers may seem ordinary to most, but for junior forward Tyson Allen, they represent hope. They marked the time he spent recovering, dreaming and fighting to return to his favorite game. On the day Allen returned to the hardwood for the first time in two years, he said that...

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By (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read

EDITORIAL: In Bad Taste: Mandated Meal Plans for Apartment Residents is Unsavory

Photo credit: Christian Vera

In years past, residents in the apartments at Hawk Crossings and The Village were not required to pay for a meal plan, as each apartment has a kitchen. However, thanks to a decision made in the July 18 board of trustees meetings, this is no longer the case. Starting this year, all apartment residents must purchase a meal plan that...

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

Montclair State Celebrates Pebbles Second Annual "Gotcha Day"

Photo credit: Evie Riker

Montclair State University celebrated the second anniversary of Pebbles, the campus pup-scot, arriving on campus with trivia, art and lots of pets. Montclair State University's Center For Involvement hosted the second annual "Pebbles Gotcha Day Party & Parade" in the Student Center Ballrooms on Feb. 21. On-campus groups such as Campus Recreation, The Drop-In Center, the Office of Student Belonging...

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

Latin Organizations Student Leaders Attend Hispanic Leadership Institute Conference

Montclair State University students got the opportunity to network, attend workshops, and learn about the diverse culture of the Hispanic community at the United States Hispanic Leadership Institute (USHLI) in Chicago, Illinois. The event took place from February 13th to 16th, and student leaders were invited through the Office of Hispanic Initiatives. Some of the leaders included: Pamela Garcia, the...

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