Correspondence

A Lasting Education

Thank you for featuring me in the Spring 2025 issue (“Honoring Tradition, Nourishing the Future”). The magazine is an invaluable resource that fosters community and connection among alumni and their families. It not only keeps us informed but also celebrates our shared experiences and achievements. Being included was truly an honor.

While some say a college student’s first-year learning may be obsolete by graduation, that has never been true of the meaningful education I received at Monmouth. My opportunities have only grown and flourished over the years, and I’m proud to be part of the Monmouth University community!

Michelle Washington Wilson ’77

A Fortuitous Discovery

I recently read “Fort Monmouth: The US Army’s House of Magic” by Melissa Ziobro ’04, ’07M, which I learned about from your Summer 2024 issue (“The View from Here”). It is a terrific book on many levels—thorough, factual, and rich with historical insight into key U.S. government decisions.

As it turns out, Monmouth University and Fort Monmouth once shared a powerful collaborative relationship that benefited Monmouth students. I even found an article in the Monmouth magazine archives highlighting this connection (“Forging Strong Ties,” Winter 2000). Even more meaningful to me: the Dr. Jacobs mentioned in the article was my father. He worked at both Fort Monmouth and Monmouth College, where he founded the electrical engineering department. 

Steve Jacobs ’74

My Shadow Story

I was Shadow during the 2003–04 school year (“Looking Back,” Spring 2025). I went to special events such as Sparky’s birthday party at the Somerset Patriots stadium and the mascot race at Monmouth Park.

My favorite memory was at the Patriots game, when I was sweating so badly that I found a room to cool down in. I ripped off my helmet/mask, and right in front of me was the media crew and announcers. They were not expecting to see who was inside the suit. Also, at the mascot race, I came in second place!

I also worked a few football games and got to sit next to my parents in the crowd during Parents Weekend.

Lindsay Myers-DeFilippo ’04, ’08M