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On Tuesday, April 14th, In the Loop was joined by the Association of Latino Professionals For America (ALPFA) to discuss their mission, upcoming initiatives, and the importance of empowering Latino students in their professional development.
Robbinsville Twp, NJ – April marks Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding and acceptance of people on the autism spectrum. While many people have heard of autism, fewer fully understand what it is—or how it affects individuals and families in everyday life. Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a developmental condition […]
On Tuesday, April 7th, In the Loop was joined by the Puerto Rican Student Organization (PRSO), to discuss their impact on campus, creating community for students and organizing cultural events throughout the semester.
Candidates Quentin Ocampo and Ben Coulson met with WMSC’s In the Loop to discuss what they would do as SGA President. Voting began on Monday, March 30th, and ends on Wednesday, April 1st, at noon. Results will be announced on April 1st at the SGA meeting at 2 PM.
By Sola Fide Johnson | WMSC Community Insights – March 2026 “You can’t study if you have nothing to eat. You need both things at once.” Paterson, NJ — In honor of Women’s History Month, it’s especially fitting to highlight the work of Oasis — A Haven for Women and Children. I had the opportunity […]
By Kaitlin Swift The Montclair State University shuttle service is in the process of adding digital signs at the shuttle stops. These include the following locations: Lot 60, Millicent Fenwick Hall, Count Basie Hall, Sinatra Hall, Hawk Crossing, Red Hawk Parking Deck, University Hall, Carparc Diem, Sam’s Place, and Bloomfield College. The signs are powered […]
By: Jocelyn Salles Montclair State University had its first music festival this week. With 3 bands and 2 solo artists from Montclair in attendance. The performance took place at the memorial auditorium and was filled with live music and an even livelier audience. I got to interview each artist and hear their take on the […]
By Joely DeMonte Telling the true story of the thousands of airline passengers diverted to Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, 2001, Come From Away is a musical about the unexpected kindness and resilience that can emerge in moments of crisis. Paper Mill Playhouse’s production captures this spirit with intimacy and warmth, highlighting the ways strangers […]
By: Ben Capp Newark, NJ – As part of WMSC Community Insights, I had the opportunity to speak with Kate Whitman Annis, Executive Director of the Devils Youth Foundation, about the organization’s work supporting youth across New Jersey. The Devils Youth Foundation serves as the philanthropic arm of the New Jersey Devils and Prudential Center, […]
By Joely DeMonte Frozen invites audiences back to Arendelle with warmth, spectacle, and a strong sense of nostalgia. Extendxtended through Sunday, January 11, 2026, the production has clearly struck a chord, offering a crowd-pleasing night of family theater during the winter season. Directed with care by Paige Price, the story remains centered on the powerful […]
College students are learning everyday, more and more about the divisive political landscape. And social media isn’t a very good teacher. By Rash Vinakota Sofia Bellagatti, a Montclair State University student and president of the campus chapter of Turning Point USA, felt her mental health strain after a classmate sent her a cruel comment on […]
By Ben Capp | WMSC Community Insights – December 2025 Newark, NJ – As the holiday season reaches its peak, organizations across New Jersey are working tirelessly to support families in need. For the December edition of WMSC Community Insights, we spotlight the Newark Toys for Tots campaign, an organization dedicated to making sure every […]
By Sola Fidé Johnson Mental health is one of the most pressing issues of our time. Nearly 20% of U.S. adults have anxiety, and nearly 9% have experienced a major depressive episode. There are many organizations that assist the mental health community. One organization at the forefront of this is the National Alliance on Mental […]
By Jonathan Kaplan With Thanksgiving just around the corner, many people are getting ready for the holiday. Others are already getting ready for the holidays in December. I happen to be in the second category. In fact, I’ve been listening to Christmas music since I got up the morning of November 1st. On that note: […]
By: Sky Grimes The month of November has long been underway, and Thanksgiving is just around the corner. With November also comes something that shouldn’t be in the public mind at least until the week of Thanksgiving. And that thing is Christmas, specifically the music. Every year on November 1st, public radios are flooded with […]
By Jonathan Kaplan MONTCLAIR, NJ – As we move into the colder months, Montclair State University is getting ready by preparing for potential issues that could arise from the cold weather. Stephen Ruggiero is Director of Grounds at MSU and says he starts planning for the winter early. “I start preparing for winter two seasons […]
Written By: Jake Pino In the first installment of WMSC Community highlights, we take a look at the Student Veterans Organization at Montclair State University. Just in time for National Veterans and Military Family Appreciation Month! Jonathan Gubitosi, Assistant Director of Veteran and Military Services, stated, “Our mission is to support fellow veterans as they […]
In the middle of New York City Comic Con 2025, Allen Macaraeg had the chance to sit down with Skye Sweetnam of Sumo Cyco to chat about their latest album NEON VOID, her love for Tank Girl, and more! Photo by Sophie Harris, courtesy of Meg Lane, The Syndicate
Written by Allen Macaraeg New York, NY– With all eyes turned to Avengers: Doomsday, it was no secret that fans would be tuning into New York Comic Con for some answers. On Friday, October 10, Simu Liu and Meng’er Zhang took their family reunion to the stage for “Shang Chi Legend of the Hidden Panel”, […]
Written by Allen Macaraeg New York, NY– October is Filipino American History Month and the celebrations were loud and proud at New York Comic Con 2025 thanks to Mark “Marvel” Teodosio, creator of “The Realest Bayani”. Teodosio is a Filipino comic book creator based in New York City, who started his creative career as a […]
By Joely DeMonte Paper Mill Playhouse opens its 25-26 season with Bull Durham: The Musical, a home run of a production that brings romance, humor, and heart to the stage. Based on the beloved 1988 film, this musical reimagines the iconic story with toe-tapping songs, a knockout cast, and that unmistakable Southern charm that made […]
by Jake Pino It’s that time of the year again, (no I’m not talking about fall), I’m talking about the 14th annual Montclair Film Festival, taking place October 17th – 26th in Montclair, NJ. The festival includes approximately 135 films, with 60 features and 75 shorts. There will also be panel discussions, podcast tapings, […]
Written by: Sky Grimes As the spooky season of Halloween creeps closer, Montclair State University is offering plenty of ways for students to get into the spirit. From haunted movie nights and pumpkin decorating to themed parties and trivia, the campus will be filled with festive fun leading up to the big day. Here’s a […]
Mad Forest is a play centered around the lives of two families and their journey through the Romanian revolution in 1989. The play showcases the hardships of families and how they have to adapt to the changing times with the use of symbolism, stage direction, and set. It also highlights the struggles of the common […]
By: Allen Macaraeg (Montclair, New Jersey) Quentin Ocampo, a junior studying Biochemistry at Montclair State University, has brought Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to the Student Recreational Center this fall. The martial art was previously introduced to the campus but wasn’t maintained until Ocampo began spearheading the initiative. Originally, he proposed making a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu […]
By Ben Capp Montclair State University will continue employing student crossing guards this semester, even with the addition of new crosswalk beacons across campus. Chief of Police Timothy Fox confirmed that student crossing guards will soon be stationed at key locations after completing their training. “We will definitely be employing students as crossing guards in […]
By Joely DeMonte Every element of The Little Mermaid at Paper Mill Playhouse is absolute perfection! Closing its 24-25 season with an absolute splash, delivering a production that is nothing short of magical. From the moment you step into the theater, you’re swept under the sea, literally. The space is transformed into a […]
Three months later, journalist Nino DeNino is on the ground in San Francisco, speaking with California firefighters to see how they are handling the aftermath of one of the deadliest wildfires in United States’ history.
The above is a short, observation film shot over two days – January 19th and January 20th, 2025, during the second inauguration of Donald J. Trump. Created by Chris Cirone, a film and television student at Montclair State University, this non-traditional approach offers an unfiltered look at what the city of Washington D.C. looked and […]