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  • Brute Force

    Born in 1940, Monmouth University alumnus Stephen Friedland performs under the name Brute Force. A lifelong singer-songwriter, Friedland began his musical journey a songwriter for Bright Tunes Productions at the behest of doo-wop group The Tokens, who had scored a hit with “The Lion Sleeps Tonight.” Friedland joined the band as their keyboard player. For Bright Tunes, Friedland composed the Chiffons’ 1965 hit “Nobody Knows What’s Goin’ On (in My Mind But Me).” He also composed hit songs for Del Shannon, Peggy March,  and The Cyrkle. 
     
    In 1968, The Beatles famously invited musicians around the world to submit their work for consideration for release by Apple Records. Friedland answered the call with his original composition “The King of Fuh,” which has emerged as one of the most notorious songs in annals of Apple Records history. Against all odds, John Lennon and George Harrison opted to release the song, which tells the tongue-in-cheek story about a monarch toiling in the land of Fuh. Under Harrison’s supervision, the song was overdubbed with a string arrangement composed by John Barham. Given the song’s irreverent nature, EMI (Apple’s parent company) refused to distribute the single, of which only 1,000 copies were pressed. In 2010, more than four decades after its original rejection by EMI, “The King of Fuh” was released by Apple Records on the Come and Get It compilation. Friedland is currently developing a play entitled Color Talk for production.
     

  • Hurricanes of Color

    Michael Frankel, the author of Hurricanes of Color and Monmouth University alumnus will be giving an artist’s talk and book-signing hosted by Prof. Ken Womack and Prof. Joe Rapolla.

    Hurricanes of Color 
    In 1964, fifteen-year-old Mike Frankel found himself among professional photojournalists covering a Beatles concert during the band’s first tour in the United States. A few years later, he was a regular photographer at the Fillmore East, a storied venue in classic rock. And in 1969, he was onstage at Woodstock, documenting one of the most important events in American music history.

    Featuring Frankel’s stunning photographs of nearly every major rock figure from the 1960s and ’70s―including Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, the Rolling Stones, Janis Joplin, and the Grateful Dead―as well as many unpublished images of the Beatles, Hurricanes ofColor chronicles an extraordinary moment. Frankel, who was for a time a personal photographer for Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, developed an innovative style―one that layered images with multiple exposures to capture the spirit of the music of the era and the experience of listening to the bands live.

    A must-have for fans of classic rock, this is a spectacular and profound collection of photography that complements the music of the world’s biggest performers.

  • Leadership, Civility, and Common Ground in Politics and Public Service

    April 3 at 11:40 am – 1:00 pm EDT

     

    The Great Hall Auditorium

    We Are Not Enemies, But Friends (Lincoln)
    Reclaiming Civility in Our Public Discourse

    Be Advised: This event has reached capacity. However, you can watch the event live using the following Zoom link.

    Watch on Zoom (April 3, 11:40 p.m.)

    Welcome

    MU President Parick F. Leahy
    Patrick F. Leahy
    Monmouth University, President

    Moderators

    Briana Vannozzi
    An award-winning journalist, Briana Vannozzi serves as the anchor for NJ Spotlight News.
    Sen. Vin Gopal
    A Democrat representing New Jersey’s 11th legislative district. Gopal serves as chair of the Senate Education Committee and Majority Conference Leader.
    Sen. Joe Kyrillos (Ret.)
    Former Republican state senator who represented the 13th district. Kyrillos served as the Republican State Chair and is also a former Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate.

    Panelists

    Gov. Richard Codey
    A Democrat who served as New Jersey’s 53rd Governor from 2004-2006. Codey is the longest-serving state legislator in the State’s history, having served in the New Jersey Legislature continuously from 1974 to 2024.
    Gov. Tom Kean
    A Republican who served as the 48th governor of New Jersey from 1982 to 1990. Kean was appointed by President George W. Bush as chairman of the National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States, widely known as the 9/11 Commission.
    Gov. Jim McGreevey
    A Democrat who served as the 52nd governor of New Jersey from 2002 to 2004. McGreevey serves as Executive Director of the New Jersey Reentry Corporation.

    RSVP

  • CANCELLED: PleinAir Oil Painting Course

    Please note this event has been CANCELLED

    Gina Torello, a professor in the Art and Design Department at Monmouth University for 20 years, will guide you in this NEW one-of-a-kind workshop. She will be teaching a step-by-step guided oil painting course the neo-classical in Erlanger Gardens on the campus of Monmouth University. The class will cover compositional structure perspective, color theory, diverse application of materials and most of all the process of “capturing the LIGHT in the open air like the Impressionists.” New Wave Pochade Easels will be provided to all participants for use during your exclusive lesson, along with a comfortable pleinair chair to relax and paint at during the class.

    All levels of experience in oil painting are welcome. A detailed supply list will be provided prior to the course.

  • CANCELLED: PleinAir ChiaroScuro Drawing Course

    Please note this course has been cancelled.

    Gina Torello, a professor in the Art and Design Department at Monmouth University for 20 years, will guide you in this NEW one-of-a-kind workshop. She will be teaching a step-by-step guided Academic Drawing Course in the neo-classical Erlanger Gardens on the campus of Monmouth University. The class will cover compositional structure perspective, diverse application of materials and most of all the process of “capturing the LIGHT in Black and White in the ChiaroScuro Technique in the open air like the Impressionists.” New Wave Pochade Easels will be provided to all participants for use during your exclusive lesson, along with a comfortable pleinair chair to relax and draw during the class.

    All levels of experience in Drawing are welcome. A detailed supply list will be provided prior to the course.

  • SOLD OUT – Learn the Art of Ukrainian Egg Decorating

    Come celebrate the spring at Monmouth University with this unique opportunity to learn the seasonal ancient art known as Pysanky. Pysanky, also known as Ukrainian eggs, is an ancient folk tradition that has been passed down for thousands of years. This meditative and communal experience is unlike any other art process and for many this workshop marks the beginning of a spring time family tradition that can be passed on and enjoyed for years to come. This tutorial will cover the history and traditions surrounding Pysanky, a demonstration, and independent practice session. The instructor will provide a variety of eggs, dyes, and tools. Participants will turn real eggs into works of art using a wax resist method similar to batik. A great deal of patience and concentration is required to complete a single egg, but it is very rewarding to reveal your hard work when the wax layers are taken off. In-person attendance will be extremely limited.

    No prerequisite skills are required. Please bring a container or old egg carton to take home your creation. ages 18+

  • Music Industry Network Event

    The Monmouth University Music and Theatre Arts Department and Blue Hawk Media Group is hosting a networking event to connect students with alumni working in the music and entertainment field and expand their knowledge of the music industry. Come meet with alumni at Warner, Sony, SiriusXM and more!

  • Homecoming Tailgate 2023

    Register for the biggest event of the year to celebrate your Hawk pride and 90 years of Monmouth!

    Please note: early entry is only for guests with MVP tickets, as well as any guests of MVP ticket holders under 21.

    MVP Tailgate Ticket

    • Early access to the Tailgate at 10 a.m.
    • Access to cash bar, tailgate food, children’s activities and live music
    • Monmouth University Homecoming 2023 t-shirt (while supplies last)
    • One drink ticket
    • Your name on the scoreboard during the game! (Must be registered by 9/26 for inclusion on scoreboard)
    • $1 of the ticket price will support the Access Fund, which provides scholarships for students with unmet need.

    Free Tailgate Ticket

    • General access to the tailgate at 11 a.m.
    • Access to cash bar, tailgate food, children’s activities and live music

    Enjoy more that Monmouth has to offer during Homecoming weekend! More events to come.

    Saturday, Sept. 30

    • 10 a.m. – Historic Tours of the Great Hall
    • 1 p.m. – Monmouth Football vs. Lehigh
    • 7 p.m. – Men’s Soccer vs. Charleston – Hesse Field

  • New York Mets vs. Los Angeles Angels—Monmouth University Night at Citi Field

    Come join the Monmouth University Alumni and friends and the New York Mets for a fun-filled day of baseball at Citi Field as the Mets take on the Los Angeles Angels.

    Each Special Event Ticket also includes $18 Stored Value, which could be consumed at any concession stands and team store at Citi Field on August 27.

  • Billy Joel’s The Stranger

    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 Billy Joel’s The Stranger.

    This event is offered BOTH in person and via Zoom. Join us in person at the Great Hall Auditorium on the Campus of Monmouth University or join us via zoom. When you register you will be provided the ZOOM meeting link to join the conversation.

    Free and open to the public, but registration is required.