Sekhena Sembenu

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Worked on 367 assignments, created 3, named on 9 bylines for The Montclarion.

By (Sekhena as managing editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 2 min read

Four Seniors Honored As Softball Splits Last 2023 Doubleheader Versus Stockton

Jenna Meluso. Amber Reed. Ali Cavallaro. Alyssa Borozan. These four women have contributed greatly to the softball program here at Montclair State University, and on April 27, all of them were honored before the final doubleheader of their careers versus the Stockton Ospreys. Unfortunately, the softball team will not make the New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) playoffs, but that does...

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By (Sekhena as managing editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 7 min read

We Shouldn't Celebrate Karl Lagerfeld

From Donald Trump to movie directors to Queen Elizabeth II, I have ripped many rich and famous people a new one. So, naturally, when I saw the theme of this year's Met Gala I knew what had to be done. While there were many horrible outfits and the fact Blake Lively was not in attendance, that's not why I'm writing...

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By (Sekhena as managing editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read

Turning Point USA? At Montclair State?

As some of you may know a student organization affiliated with Montclair State University, Turning Point USA (TPUSA), hosted guest speaker Phil Rizzo, a former congressional candidate of New Jersey, on April 19. I can assure you all, I don’t want to be in a position where writing this article is necessary, but it would be unethical to ignore this...

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By + 5 others for The Montclarion - 6 min read

#FOCUSFashion: Films Where Style Helps Storytelling

It's 7:45 a.m. and you waited until the morning of to pick out your outfit knowing dang well that your first class starts at 8:15 a.m. Within two minutes of searching for a fit, you say, “I swear I have nothing to wear.” Yet, things are flying out of the closet and the next thing you know, your room is...

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By (Sekhena as managing editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read

#FOCUSFashion: Fashion and Sports

Fashion and sports have a long history together. The two may seem obviously connected now, but it took decades to get where we are today. From sneakers to everyday athletic wear, to $2,000 couture tracksuits. The effect fashion has on sports and vice versa is unreal. Have you ever heard of Stan Smith? He is a famous tennis player, the...

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By (Sekhena as managing editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read

Stop Holding Women To A Higher Standard In Fashion

Have you or a loved one ever seen photos of celebrities on a red carpet? Literally any red carpet at all, even a Colgate toothpaste one. Have you ever seen any performance at an awards show by a singer or musician? Odds are you probably have. Celebrity culture is sadly shoved down our throats on a daily basis. However, some...

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By (Sekhena as managing editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read

Baseball Is Ready To Replicate Last Season's Magical Run

The Montclair State University men’s baseball team has had an amazing season thus far. At the time of writing this article, they are 23-9 and on a six-game winning streak. To give an even better idea of how well this season has gone for the Red Hawks, in six games they scored north of 20 runs against their opponent. If...

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By (Sekhena as managing editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 4 min read

Not a Beat Missed in Spring Dance 2023

Last weekend, the Spring Dance of 2023 was held in Memorial Auditorium to showcase the Montclair State University Department of Theatre and Dance's work throughout the semester. The event was energetic, full of life and captivating, and the technology used to make the production happen was out of this world. The lights shimmered and glared with a hint of brightness...

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By (Sekhena as managing editor) + 5 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read

Palestinian Students Protest Israeli Info Table

On Wednesday, April 26, the Montclair State University sector of the Jewish Hillel Organization was met with opposition as they set up a table commemorating Jewish culture and Israel's Independence Day, celebrated every April 26 since their declaration 75 years ago. The table itself, handing out free Falafel and other cultural foods, claims that they had not set up for...

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By (Sekhena as managing editor) + 4 others for The Montclarion - 5 min read

#FOCUSFashion: The Brotherhood Shaping Men's Present and Future Display with Necktie Tuesdays

The Brotherhood/La Hermanadad has brought together a community of men on campus who recognize their sense of belonging, confidence and sense of fashion with their weekly Neck Tie Tuesday meetings. The Brotherhood is an organization at Montclair State University with the goal of uplifting Black and brown males in academics, social life and professional life. Neck Tie Tuesday is an...

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