Five months of seeing the same faces everyday, whether it be out on the court or in the pool, Montclair State University’s athletes endure grueling practices, sometimes multiple times a day, all while sharing blood, sweat and tears with teammates and coaches that are cherished like family members. But what happens when the crowd dies down as the season comes...

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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...

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Nostalgiais an old friend. Sometimes,it's known to you. Other times,it's a stranger,but you just know it. A song. A vibe. It doesn't matter. Even as a stranger,you know itwhen you see it. Nostalgiais the friend you reach out towhen nothing is working out. It comforts you. Distracts you. Gives youa moment of rest. A moment of peace. Nostalgiais sometimes hated,but...

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From time to time,I think about you. Not in depth,but I do. Your stories. Your characters. Your time. Your dedication. Your genius. Why should I think of authors?You're deities in your own right,giving us giftsthat we don't always deserve. Then again,that's how benevolent deities are,aren't they? But you're different. You were in my lifebefore I knewwho you were. Before your...

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Tap Tap TapTapTap tap tap. That's my worldwhen I write. When storiesfall from my fingers. When a world wants lifeand characters want to live there. Tap. Tap tap tap. Tap. Tap tap tap. The keyboard must hate me. It must want me to stop. I can't. The storydoesn't want me to. It's not done. The charactersare not whole. Not done...

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The town of Montclair is a 'foodie' town. With so many restaurant options, it can be hard to pick which ones you spend an evening eating in. While deciding, maybe consider eating at one of Montclair's Black-owned establishments.1. Cafe Mobay A Caribbean Cafe and restaurant that serves "authentic and contemporary" Jamaican cuisine. Immediately once entering, you are greeted by music....

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Montclair State University welcomed Saxbys, a student-run cafe to their campus with a grand opening event, held yesterday April 2. The cafe offers menu items such as coffee, energy drinks, smoothies, grilled cheese and more. Brian Conway, director of dining services at Montclair State worked alongside the Saxbys team to provide statements. The team consists of Sajeda Virji, brand communications...

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Black History Month is a time when Black people are recognized for their struggle, celebrated for their achievements and honored for their hard work. This year’s Black History Month observance theme is “African Americans and the Arts,” and what better way to commemorate that theme than by taking the time to acknowledge Black authors and some of their spellbinding work....

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I turned down the lights and watched out the window as the snow came down on the slanted and sparse yet lively forest behind the window of my rundown, and snowed in a-frame rental cabin I got in solidarity from the howls of my past and present life. I also wanted to learn how to cross-country ski. We were at...

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Red of chest and dark of wings, The robin softly chirps and sings. The gentle songbird swiftly flies, To rugged branches where it lies. The barren woodland stands so tall, As the snow begins to fall. A simple dusting coats the trees, The ground below begins to freeze. While other birds may travel south, The robins will remain in scouth....

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