Eileen Kennedy’s narrative art explores the relationship between contemporary humans and the natural world. The artist holds a BFA from Pratt Institute. She also studied at the Arts Students League of New York, the Hartford Art School, and numerous workshops. Kennedy has exhibited throughout the mid-Atlantic region and beyond including the Brooklyn Museum, Wausau Museum of Contemporary Art, Monmouth Museum, Widener University Art Museum, Attleboro Arts Museum, Painted Bride Art Center, AIR Gallery, Blue Mountain Gallery, Monmouth University, Williams Center for the Arts, Manifest Center for the Arts, Dacia Gallery, Lore Degenstein Gallery and others. Her works have been featured in the New York Times, Philadelphia Inquirer, Newark Star Ledger, American Art Collector Magazine, Fine Art Connoisseur Newsletter, Create Magazine and other publications.
This exciting new exhibit celebrates the photography of Eric Meola, whose iconic photo of Springsteen and saxophonist Clarence Clemons graces the Born to Run album cover. The free exhibit will be open to the public in Monmouth University’s Rechnitz Hall DiMattio Gallery from Friday, September 5 through December 18, 2025. See gallery hours and more here.
Class Schedule: September 25, 30, and October 7 | 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Introduction to Creative Writing: Character Development: Whether you are embarking on your memoir or crafting your first work of fiction, the task of the writer is to develop compelling characters that connect with readers. Taking the “me out of memoir” allows you to develop your parents and loved ones as characters. In this three part course, we will utilize description, dialogue, and action to create characters that resonate with readers of any genre. No experience necessary, just a willingness to create characters to jump off the page!
Celebrate culture, community, and creativity with Lambda Theta Phi! Enjoy an evening filled with delicious food, fun games, and lantern decorating. Don’t miss your chance to enter our special Labubu give-a-way and light up the night with us!
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It’s just like book club but with albums! With new advances in technology, the way we consume music through our devices, apps and on demand streaming services like Pandora, Spotify and iTunes is making the idea of the “album” as an art form extinct. Get together with other music enthusiasts on Tuesday nights to discuss some of the greatest records of all-time! Listen to the album beforehand and then come prepared to discuss. This event will feature Buckingham Nicks.
Thanks to a generous donation, Dean David Golland is pleased to announce the Wayne D. McMurray School of Humanities and Social Sciences Dean’s Distinguished Speaker Series for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Dean’s Distinguished Speaker Series will invite authors to speak to groups of students, staff, faculty and administrators. In conjunction with Monmouth University’s Constitution […]
Part of the Climate Crisis Teach-In 2025 This presentation explores the growing mental health impacts of climate change, with a focus on community-level strategies that promote resilience, hope, and collective agency. Drawing on emerging research and best practices, it highlights how climate anxiety and ecological grief—particularly among Gen Z—are shaped by systemic inequities, uncertainty, and […]
he Urban Coast Institute’s (UCI) signature annual event will be return on Thursday, October 9, to Monmouth University’s historic Great Hall. The theme of this year’s Future of the Ocean Symposium will be “Exploring the Wine-Dark Sea – U.S. Ocean Science and Technology: Keys to Prosperity and Security.” This year we’ll also be celebrating the […]
Monmouth University, Department of Art & Design, in collaboration with Parlor Gallery in Asbury Park is pleased to present Double Trouble, a groundbreaking exhibition uniting the strong works of Dennis McNett (Wolfbat) and Ben Venom. McNett’s large-scale wood carvings and intricate prints stand in powerful dialogue with Venom’s punk-infused quilts and textile works. These boundary-pushing artists transform traditional techniques into bold cultural statements that challenge, provoke, and inspire.
Class Schedule: Saturday, October 11 | 2 – 5:00 PM
Artist Eileen Kennedy will introduce the early Renaissance techniques of silverpoint and egg tempera, media in most prominent use prior to 1450. After a brief slide lecture about historical and contemporary artists using these materials (i.e. Botticelli and Wyeth), the artist will discuss the materials used to make panels for silverpoint and egg tempera and demonstrate how to make and apply tempera paint. Participants will have the remainder of the workshop to create a still life drawing in silverpoint. Still life objects, paper, and silverpoint styli will be available for use. Kennedy’s own works in silverpoint and egg tempera will be on view in the gallery.
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Long Branch. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons at Pollak Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight. The Concertize String Quartet has a tentative program that includes songs such as The Scientist, Viva la Vida, Radioactive, Believer, and more!
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen and The Beatles at Pollak Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight. The String Quartet has a tentative program that includes songs such as Here Comes the Sun, Yesterday, I Want to Break Free, Bohemian Rhapsody, and more!
Due to the New Jersey State of Emergency for this Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, the Monmouth County College Fair has been rescheduled to Monday, Oct. 13 from 5 to 8 p.m. Dear Parents, Guardians, and Students, Welcome to the Monmouth County Guidance Directors Association’s annual Fall College Fair! We are excited to announce that you […]
Georgia O’Keeffe: the Brightness of Light is a 2-hour documentary exploring the life and art of the most important woman artist of the 20th century – the ”Mother of Modernism.” In the 1920s, O’Keeffe became famous for her paintings of flowers, bones, and the beauty of nature. She posed nude for shocking photographs by Alfred Stieglitz, but denied that her paintings depicted sexual imagery. In the 1970s, she emerged as an iconic role model for women.
Following the screening, Producer Ellen Casey Warner and Director Paul Wagner will host a discussion to share insights into the making of the documentary and answer audience questions.
Join us for Tuesday Night Book Club! Hosted by Monmouth University’s Ken Womack, each month we’ll explore a different novel. All you have to do is Zoom in and join the discussion! This week’s book is We by Yevgeny Zamyatin. Yevgeny Zamyatin’s We is a powerfully inventive vision that has influenced writers from George Orwell to Ayn Rand. In a glass-enclosed city of absolute straight lines, ruled over by the all-powerful ‘Benefactor’, the citizens of the totalitarian society of OneState live out lives devoid of passion and creativity – until D-503, a mathematician who dreams in numbers, makes a discovery: he has an individual soul. Set in the twenty-sixth century AD, We is the classic dystopian novel and was the forerunner of works such as George Orwell’s 1984 and Aldous Huxley’s Brave New World. It was suppressed for many years in Russia and remains a resounding cry for individual freedom, yet is also a powerful, exciting and vivid work of science fiction. Clarence Brown’s brilliant translation is based on the corrected text of the novel, first published in Russia in 1988 after more than sixty years’ suppression.
Can’t even draw a stick figure? Struggle with perfectionism?
This isn’t your average art class—it’s a creative empowerment workshop created especially for those who think they can’t draw. You’ll learn to draw with both technical skill and confidence—in just one session. With a single feather as your subject, you’ll learn to slow down and really see—translating its shape and texture into a drawing through focused observation. Each drawing will reflect the individual behind it—created entirely by your own hand, and completed with real technical skill, even if it’s your very first time.
The Alumni Tailgate will take place before the football team takes on the Bryant Bulldogs! Join us as we celebrate all alumni, with a special focus on graduates celebrating milestones (class years ending in 5 or 0). Please note: Only MVP ticket holders and their guests under 21 are eligible for early entry. If you […]
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In his new production, Rolando Villazón—the tenor who has embarked on a brilliant second career as a director—retains the opera’s original setting in the Swiss Alps but uses its somnambulant plot to explore the emotional and psychological valleys of the mind. Tenor Xabier Anduaga co-stars as Amina’s fiancé, Elvino, alongside soprano Sydney Mancasola as her rival, Lisa, and bass Alexander Vinogradov as Count Rodolfo. Riccardo Frizza takes the podium for one of opera’s most ravishing works, which will be transmitted live from the Met stage to Pollak Theatre on October 18.
Due to wet ground conditions, there will be no parking on the Pollack/Great Lawnfield tomorrow. Please park in the soccer fields or identify yourself to the football parking assistants as performing art patrons, and the fee will be waived.
Thank you, and enjoy the show!
$23 (general public); $21 (seniors), $10 (child) and $5 (Monmouth U. Students)
The Class of 1975, plus any other graduates who have already celebrated a 50th reunion, are invited to a special brunch to celebrate this milestone. Graduates from the Class of 1975 will receive their commemorative 50th Reunion pin.
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Presented by the Kislak Real Estate Institute at Monmouth University and in partnership with the Urban Coast Institute. Light Refreshments: 5 p.m. Lecture: 6 p.m. Admission is free, but seating is limited: we suggest registering your attendance.
Join music historians Ken Womack & Kit O’Toole as they revisit classic record albums. With Classic for a Reason, Ken & Kit will take listeners on a guided tour of our history’s most enduring popular musical accomplishments.
Blake Butler is the author of twelve book-length works, recently including Molly, Void Corporation, and UXA.GOV. His short fiction, interviews, reviews, and essays have appeared widely, including in The New York Times, Harper’s, The Paris Review, Fence, Bomb, Bookforum, and as an ongoing column at Vice. In 2021, he was longlisted for the Joyce Carol Oates Prize. He is a founding editor of HTMLGIANT.
The Institute for Global Understanding (IGU) and the Center for the Arts at Monmouth University invite you to the second Pearson’s World Cinema Series (PWCS) movie and discussion event of the fall semester on Thursday, October 23rd, at 6:05 PM in the Young Auditorium, Bey Hall. We will screen the movie Leviathan (2014) directed by Andrei Zviagintsev. The movie will be hosted by Dr. Jason Adolf with Prof. Tom Pearson. Screening will be followed by a discussion and refreshments.
Directed by Academy Award®-winner Danny Boyle, Frankenstein features Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller alternating between the roles of Victor Frankenstein and his creation. Childlike in his innocence but grotesque in form, Frankenstein’s bewildered creature is cast out into a hostile universe by his horror-struck maker. Meeting with cruelty wherever he goes, the increasingly desperate and vengeful Creature determines to track down his creator and strike a terrifying deal. Scientific responsibility, parental neglect, cognitive development and the nature of good and evil, are embedded within this thrilling and deeply disturbing classic tale.
This broadcast will feature the version with Benedict Cumberbatch as the Creature.
Celebrate the season at Monmouth’s annual Fall Fest! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon and evening filled with autumn vibes, live entertainment, and fun activities for everyone. Enjoy: Petting Zoo, Funnel Cakes, Fried Oreos, Popcorn, Apple Cider, Game Trailer, Psychics, Firepits, Smores, Music and much more!n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375471
Come learn more about the history of Monmouth University. Shadows of Shadow Lawn will explore our campus in conjunction with a class project (CO-376),,the WMCX executive board, the alumni of HawkTV and WMCX.n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375241
In this program, residents will attend a teach-in focused on computer safety, online privacy, Monmouth internet policies, and safe digital habits. The presentation will cover topics such as spotting phishing scams, choosing strong passwords, Monmouth University’s internet policy, and real-world stories of scams. Some snacks will be provided to create a relaxing environment, and residents […]
Join the Student Government Association for The Big Event, the largest single-day community service project on campus!nnWhat to expect:n✅ Volunteer at local organizations and community sitesn✅ Connect with fellow Hawks and make a positive impactn✅ Receive a free T-shirt and light breakfast before heading outn✅ Celebrate the spirit of giving backnnWhether you’re passionate about helping […]
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Get into the Halloween spirit at Monmouth University’s Trunk or Treat!nnDecorated cars, creative costumes, and plenty of candy await you. Stroll through a festive lineup of themed trunks, collect treats, and enjoy a safe and fun Halloween experience with your fellow Hawks.nn👻 Candy & treats at every carn📸 Halloween photo spotsn🎶 Spooky music and festive […]
A peer to peer support program centered on first year transition. Returning students are welcome to help provide guidance and wisdom to our first-year Hawks. Pizza provided!n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375459
💈 haircuts & hangouts 💈ncome kick it with the brothers of alpha phi alpha fraternity, inc. x mu reslife for a chill evening of community, conversation, and clean cuts ✂️✨nn🗓 october 27thn🕓 4pm – 8pmn📍 monmouth university | pinewood hall loungen🍽 free haircuts & food provided!nnbarbers:n@hustle_thebarber 💈n@wizard_wit_da_clipper 💈n@barber_brown007 💈nn#alphaphialpha #1906 #monmouthu #communityservice #brotherhood #muResLife #haircutsandhangouts […]
Join RA Kiumbura and his Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity brothers for a chill evening of community, conversation, and clean cutsnn🗓 october 27thn🕓 4pm – 8pmn📍 monmouth university | pinewood hall loungen🍽 free haircuts & food provided!nnbarbers:n@hustle_thebarber 💈n@wizard_wit_da_clipper 💈n@barber_brown007 💈nn—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375470
🎃👻 Spook-tacular Student Engagement Pop-Up! 👻🎃nHosted by the Office of Student EngagementnnGet into the Halloween spirit with the Office of Student Engagement!nnStop by our frightfully fun pop-up to:n🍬 Snag free Halloween treats and spooky snacksn🎁 Pick up exclusive Monmouth swag and giveawaysn🕸️ Learn about upcoming events and how to get involved on campusnnWhether you’re a […]
Take a paws from your busy day and unwind with friendly therapy dogs at Pawffice Hours! This relaxing event offers students a chance to de-stress, recharge, and enjoy some tail-wagging company.n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375438
At the mid-point of the 1960’s and after Beatlemania had hit America and the world, The Beatles released their sixth album. Rubber Soul, often referred to as “the departure record,” proved a crucial artistic leap in the band’s career and sound, forever altering what was possible within pop music and the concept of the album overall. In celebration of the 60th anniversary of this landmark release, this course will explore the personal, cultural, and sonic landscapes that shaped the record, from the new sights and sounds The Beatles were consuming, through the impact upon their writing, their peers, and the music world thereafter.
Watch Dancing with the Stars: Halloween Theme Live from Pinewood Lounge! Light refreshments will be provided.n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375467
Help SVA and Colleges Against Cancer fundraise for Breast Cancer Awareness MonthnnStop by our table in the Student Center!n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375477
Rutgers Law School professor Chrystin Ondersma is giving a presentation on her new book “Dignity Not Debt” on Wednesday, October 29, sponsored by the Greenbaum/Ferguson/NJAR Endowed Chair in Real Estate, the Monmouth University Debate Team, and the Monmouth University Pre-Law Club. Food and drinks available before the presentation outside Pozycki Hall 115. Presentation starts at […]
GET OUT THE VOTE!! Stop by and get a free donut. nnMake sure to keep and eye out on our Instagram @Monmouthdemocratsn—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375489
Kosu Club is hosting…. a Halloween Party!!! 🎃👻n7:00 – 9:00 pm in Student Center Room 202A.nnFood & drinks are available and movie will be played! COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!!nnCostume contest and chance to win a prize! 🥳n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375475
Just add awareness! Join RA Hilani for a fun and educational event to separate the truths and myths of consent, and watch H20: Just Add Water. (Mermaid slime and Swedish fish while supplies last)n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375480
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Long Branch. This concert series was created with the intention of democratizing access to classical music, and the space and performers are illuminated by thousands of candles to create a truly magical experience. The String Quartet has a tentative program that includes songs such as Thriller, Time Warp, Danse Macabre, the Stranger Things theme song and many more!
Take a break, breathe deeply, and find your calm with Guided Meditation at Monmouth University. Join us for a relaxing session designed to help you reduce stress, improve focus, and recharge your mind and body. Perfect for beginners and experienced meditators alike.n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375000
Send RA Lisa a picture of your costume on either October 31st or November 1st for a chance to win a prize! Pictures will then be sent to the building GroupMe where voting will be done. May the best costume win!n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375423
Got a sweet tooth? Satisfy your cravings at Food Truck Friday: Halloween/Dessert Theme!nnJoin us for an afternoon filled with delicious treats from this edition of Food Truck Friday – Halloween/Dessert Truck! Don’t miss this spooky-tacular way to kick off the weekend with friends and indulge in some seriously sweet bites. Boo!n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=374997
Get ready for a frightfully fun twist on your favorite game night! Join us for Friday Night Live: Spooky Bingo, where Halloween spirit meets big prizes and good vibes.nn🕸️ Free to play — just bring your student IDn🍬 Candy and spooky snacksn🎁 Halloween-themed prizes for winnersn🧛 Costume contest with bonus prizesnnDress up in your favorite […]
In illuminating what has been hidden—by history, by progress, or by the limits of perception—Seen & Unseen seeks to reclaim and reframe the narratives that shape our cultural and emotional landscapes. Through painting, sculpture, photography, and mixed media, the exhibition invites both artists and audiences to consider: What do we overlook in our daily lives? What deserves to be remembered? And how do the spaces we inhabit reflect the spaces within us?
Join us at the Mikie Sherrill Rally in Newark, NJ. There will be big names there such as former President Barack Obama!n—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375494
Join RA Diana at the SAB Drive-in Movie. Play bingo for a Chance to win a $15 dunkin Giftcard! We will meet at the Pinewood Lobby at 6:30, I’ll pass out bingo cards, and we’ll walk over to the movie togethern—nEvent Details: https://campusgroups.monmouth.edu/rsvp?id=375267
