Life Behind the Mascot Mask
How four years as Monmouth’s Shadow led me to trade the lab coat for a mascot suit and pursue a career in professional sports.
From the Fall/Winter 2025 issue
Launchpad: Ashley Zingillioglu
Monmouth helped her develop an edtech tool for students with autism. Now she's advancing that work as a graduate student at the University of Pennsylvania.
My Journey to Shadow
How one alumna went from the stands to the suit—and never looked back.
The Business of Fun
Kureé Sheard founded Ninalem’s Party, a thriving decor brand that’s generating Beyoncé-level buzz.
Engineered for Endurance
From Cold War missions to radar systems to international regattas, Ken Boyle ’68 is still moving forward.
Recycling the Rules
Sustainability marketer and music writer Veronica Rajadnya ’09 on the power of storytelling, cultural pride, and creating space for others.
Affirmation Innovation
Deanna Blasi DeAndino is the creator of the Mindset Tapestry, an innovative tool designed to help parents teach their children the power of positive self-talk.
Behind the Scenes in Paris
Meet three communication alumni who helped bring the 2024 Games to millions around the world.
Launchpad: Karla Avila
A bilingual background and degrees in communication and business helped set this alumna up for success at NBCUniversal.
In the Press Box and on the Field
NFL Insider Connor Hughes takes you behind the scenes on game day.
Honoring Tradition, Nourishing the Future
Chef Michelle Washington Wilson’s new research and storytelling project aims to preserve South Jersey’s Black culinary folk traditions for future generations.
From the Sideline to the Headlines
NFL Insider Connor Hughes ’15 shares the story behind his first national scoop, his mentors at Monmouth, and how the game has shaped his career.
Back to the Future
Four decades after my first day on campus, I’m back at Monmouth for a new academic adventure.
Language Lessons
Brittany Scardigno '21M on what she learned during her Fulbright experience in South Korea.
Launchpad: Muhammad Fahad
This 2022 computer science graduate helped Amazon build its next-generation streaming TV advertising platform.
Scaling New Heights
Melissa Richardson’s Mount Kilimanjaro trek helped raise funds for children in need.
How to Go Viral
Make internet magic with these tips from celebrity magician John Stessel.
2024 Alumni Award Winners
Three honored for their professional accomplishments and service.
The Good Fight
Navy veteran Augusto Cespedes Jr. ’20M hopes his new memoir will help others like him who struggle with loss and grief.
Launchpad: Morgan Alston ’23
The 2023 communications graduate is a production assistant at ESPN in Bristol, Connecticut.
How To Avoid Lifestyle Creep
Three tips from Lance Hall, CPA and founder of FreeLance Finance.
Owning Her Power
Life and career coach Bailey Frumen has dedicated her life to helping others find meaning and fulfillment in their lives.
Connecting the Dots
Terik Tidwell draws on his considerable experience in inclusive innovation to enhance the nation's competitiveness in science and technology.
Launchpad: Jesse Bragger
The January 2021 graduate is an associate research scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb.