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The Current

Who Really Won The Super Bowl? DraftKings And Others

Who Really Won The Super Bowl? DraftKings And Others

Benjamin Prozeller, Staff Writer March 28, 2025

On Feb. 9, Americans gathered for the 59th Super Bowl. This Super Bowl was special in that there was more money in it than any other in history. And it wasn’t just because of record-breaking prices for...

NJ Devils Host Rachel Herzog Discusses Women In Sports

NJ Devils Host Rachel Herzog Discusses Women In Sports

Alyssa Pensabene, Staff Writer March 24, 2025

“Coming into this job I was like, I cannot be so hard on myself because I will diminish myself so fast,” said 28-year-old Rachel Herzog on her quick start as a host and analyst for MSG Networks less...

The Plant Place: A Creative Space For Everyone

The Plant Place: A Creative Space For Everyone

Alyssa Pensabene, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

In a world full of opportunity, creativity, art -- and many creative people who are so good at each, it could be intimidating to start on an artistic journey. But, hey, everyone started somewhere, and...

Tom Varano: A Master At Work

Tom Varano: A Master At Work

Brielle Cunningham, Staff Writer March 3, 2025

Tom Varano brought his high-energy performance, "Emotion into Art," to the Navesink Rooms on Feb. 25. The event, presented by Student Life & Activities, showcased Varano’s ability to create large-scale...

COPE Simulation Helps Students Empathize With Those In Poverty

COPE Simulation Helps Students Empathize With Those In Poverty

Samuel Pearlberg, Staff Writer March 3, 2025

On Feb. 19, I found myself unable to pay rent and provide food for myself or my child... was arrested for attempting to sell illegal drugs and put in jail. This meant I was separated from my 1-year-old...

Writers And Readers Gathered To Share Work

Writers And Readers Gathered To Share Work

Staff report March 1, 2025

The Creative Writing Club and Book Club held their first collaborative Reading Night, Friday, Feb. 28. Brookdale students were encouraged to meet in Navesink III at 6 p.m. for an evening of reading...

Veteran Shares Story, Works To Provide Service Dogs To Wounded Veterans

Veteran Shares Story, Works To Provide Service Dogs To Wounded Veterans

Isabel Shaw, Staff Writer February 28, 2025

“So many of our American heroes come home from war physically, but mentally they remain on the battlefield,” said American Army veteran George Karatzia. “They are imprisoned by their own thoughts,...

Engaging Professor Helps Students Succeed

Engaging Professor Helps Students Succeed

Ryan Ennis, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

“Very talkative. She engages more than other professors," said Orion Martinez, an 18-year-old video production major, discussing Professor Sabrina Mathues. Martinez, who is currently a student in...

Musicians And Those Passionate About Music Connect Tuesdays At Music Club

Musicians And Those Passionate About Music Connect Tuesdays At Music Club

Camille Sanez, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

“If you want to become a musician, make connections with people, start a band, chill out and listen to good music, and talk with people who are passionate about music, this is the place for you.” This...

Students Reflect: Snow Days Aren't What They Used To Be

Students Reflect: Snow Days Aren’t What They Used To Be

Camille Sanez, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

                                                                                                             Photo by D. Emelia Stedman   “We...

Student Involvement Snowballs Heading Into New Semester

Student Involvement Snowballs Heading Into New Semester

Benjamin Prozeller, Staff Writer February 3, 2025

On Thursday, Jan. 30, Brookdale students attended the Involvement Fair at the Navesink rooms in the SLC. They were served warm churros with hot chocolate and were free to visit dozens of tables, each promoting...

Neurodivergent Students Take The Mic, Thanks To PTK

Neurodivergent Students Take The Mic, Thanks To PTK

D. Emelia Stedman, Editor February 2, 2025

Just before the semester break, PHI THETA KAPPA (PTK) welcomed a diverse panel of neurodivergent Brookdale students to share their individual stories and experiences. “We had a good amount of volunteers,”...

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