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The Student News Site of Brookdale Community College

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International Festival Is A Hit

International Festival Is A Hit

April 13, 2024

Photos By D. Emelia Stedman On Tuesday, April 9, the International Student Association held its annual festival, a multicultural celebration, featuring ethnic food, dance and music, arts and crafts,...

The Day The Earth Shook

The Day The Earth Shook

Marlys Wenzel, Staff Writer April 11, 2024

“When the earthquake went by, I thought it was a helicopter,” 21-year-old Bri Harper of Leonardo said of the 4.8 magnitude earthquake New Jersey experienced on Friday, April 5. According to the U.S....

College-Age Students At Risk Of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault Learn More April 15

College-Age Students At Risk Of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault Learn More April 15

Alan Ramirez, Staff Writer April 11, 2024

Brookdale students are hosting an event on April 15 in collaboration with the Stephanie Nicole Parze Foundation, the leading domestic violence intervention foundation in New Jersey. The foundation aims...

Lincroft To See 88.7 Percent Eclipse At 3:25

Lincroft To See 88.7 Percent Eclipse At 3:25

Jonah Ronberg, Staff Writer April 7, 2024

Environmental science student Ava Burndley, 21, is heading up to Niagara Falls with her family for a good view of Monday's "Great North American Eclipse." "It'll be very exciting," Burndley said. "For...

Autistic Youth Advocate Speaks At Brookdale

Autistic Youth Advocate Speaks At Brookdale

Marlys Wenzel, Staff Writer April 4, 2024

“Just because they’re different, they’re not any less of a person,” said Timothy Rohrer, an autistic youth advocate. Rohrer shared his experience navigating life with autism during a presentation...

Better Studying Trumps More Studying

Better Studying Trumps More Studying

Marlys Wenzel, Staff Writer March 31, 2024

“I actually do that where I’ll set a timer for an hour or so to study, and once it goes off, I’ll watch a movie or get food,” 21-year-old Mia Vutto from Lincroft said. Stressed over exams? Need...

April 2: He Says Peace In The Middle East Is Possible

April 2: He Says Peace In The Middle East Is Possible

Staff report March 29, 2024

Interfaith leader Joe Ritacco wants Brookdalians and others to imagine what it would be like if there were peace in the Middle East. Ritacco believes peace is possible and wants others to join him for...

Provost Touts Value Of Curiosity

Provost Touts Value Of Curiosity

Christian Pietromonaco, Staff Writer March 18, 2024

Brookdale's Governance held a Zoom meeting Feb. 13 addressing steering updates, diversity, academic standards, and Governance structure. Also, Dr. Katie Lynch presented on the need for and importance of...

Civility Panel: You Are The Most Important Thing

Civility Panel: You Are The Most Important Thing

Sergio Nino Vela, Staff Writer March 7, 2024

“The most important thing isn’t your class assignment or work, it's yourself,” said Global Citizenship Distinction (GCD) panel members after a presentation on food sustainability and the impact of...

Free Tampons Available On Campus If You Know Where To Go

Free Tampons Available On Campus If You Know Where To Go

Jessica Lacalamito, Chloe Sullivan, D. Emelia, Stedman, Staff Writers February 12, 2024

Inclusivity should mean availability to all. According to signs posted in some women’s restrooms and across campus, free menstrual pads and tampons are available on Brookdale's campus. However, many...

Brookdalopoly Introduced Students To Clubs, Activities

‘Brookdalopoly’ Introduced Students To Clubs, Activities

D. Emelia Stedman, Staff Writer February 11, 2024

Students entering the Navesink rooms on Jan. 30 not only found free games, prizes and giveaways, they were welcomed into a Monopoly-themed event called "Brookdalopoly" where they could learn about Brookdales...

Emergencies Dont Make Reservations: Be Prepared

Emergencies Don’t Make Reservations: Be Prepared

Chloe Sullivan, Staff Writer February 11, 2024

Emergencies can happen at any time. And calling 911 can be a stressful thought to some. That’s why it’s best to always be prepared. Glen Runge, 59, previously worked as a police officer and now works...

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