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 Kaitlin Swift (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 2 min read
Like The Movies
I always wanted a love like I’ve seen in the movies Or in the cringey romance novels, which I refused to read for ages, Eyes caught on someone across the room, Seeing them walk towards you, And wanting them to stay as soon as they arrive. Holding hands at the movies, It’s cheesy, but who said that’s bad? 'I love...
By Kaitlin Swift (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 3 min read
Cold In The Shadows
The burn of the wind on my neck from forgetting a scarfTrudging through the melting snow in my bootsDespite the blisters and marks that ariseLight shining, sun in my eyes,Looking out at the skyline on the horizon,Masked by the clouds, yet still visible,Opportunity, great expectations, the unknownI used to look out at the Philly skyline from my small little window,Climbing...
By Kaitlin Swift (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 1 min read
Silly Earthling Problems
I’d like to go to the moon one dayFar, far away from all the problems of silly earthlingsIn a future bound by love, progress, community, belonging, kindness,Where character and actions matter most. But we’re on this earth togetherGiven the gift of lifeA planet full of people, of plants, of progressYet sometimes it feels like the clock moves in reverse. I’m...
On Feb. 5's club meeting, Mia Fayez guided a multi-topic meeting which centered on the Trump administration. The subjects ranged from tariff wars, Middle East policy, and the administration’s plans for a Gaza strip takeover. The Israel-Hamas ceasefire was also brought up.“You don’t get that in a classroom. I would not say that any professor would suppress your opinion,” Mia...
By Amy Serna (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read
Miss Sohee Spring Couture 2025
Photo credit: Women's Wear Daily
Sohee Park, the fashion designer behind her label Miss Sohee has made a splash debut as guest designer at Paris Couture Week with her latest spring/summer 2025 Couture collection, making her appearance as one of the youngest and few female designers to watch. Her collection – based on the culmination of sculpture, her South Korean roots, classical and modern art...
By Ruqaya Naser (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
MIX Lab at Montclair State University Presents Futuristic Technology for Students
Photo credit: Ruqaya Naser
Montclair State University is home to one of the largest university-based 3D printing facilities in the United States, located in the MIX Lab within the Feliciano School of Business. The MIX lab stands for Making and Innovating for X, where X is the unknown. With the addition of the 3D printing opportunities, the MIX lab has become a center for...
By Kaitlin Swift (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read
Student Government Association Mental Health Day Bill Proposal Not Passed by University Senate
First passed in November 2023 by Montclair State University's Student Government Association (SGA), the Mental Health Day Bill is no longer being implemented at Montclair State. The Mental Health Day Bill would grant students one mental health day for each of their classes, in addition to preexisting absences built into the classes. This bill was created as a call to...
By Kaitlin Swift (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 6 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read
'Dog Man' Worthy of Standing "A-paws"
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A new contender has come to the big screen, and he is the top dog (ba dum tss)! “Dog Man” is a faithful adaptation of the “Dog Man” graphic novel series by Dav Pilkey. Created by DreamWorks Animation, this is not the studio’s first rodeo with Pilkey’s works. DreamWorks previously made “Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie” in 2017, whose...
By Mackenzie Cochran (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 3 min read
Cross Country Has Best Placement in History at Regionals
Montclair State University’s Women’s Cross Country Team finished in 11th place at the NCAA Metro Division Regional Championship. This placement is their best finish in school history. The NCAA Metro Division Region Championship is a race that comprises of the best cross-country teams in the region to vie for a spot in the NCAA National Championship. This year, 25 teams...
By Meagan Kane (Sal as editor-in-chief) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 1 min read
Montclair State University Police Blotter: 1/28-2/4
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 Jan. 28 to Feb. 4. Writer: Meagan Kane>themontclarion...