The Sound of a School on the Rise
From the launch of a world-class music center to National University recognition, Monmouth is stepping into a new chapter.
Bruce at Full Volume
In 1992, a Monmouth freshman blasted Springsteen from his Elmwood Hall dorm room, waiting for someone else to hear it. Thirty years later, his daughter found that audience.
7 ½ West End Court
Marilyn Rocky ’65 bought it as an investment; her first tenant turned it into music history.
One Decade. 100 Albums. Endless Conversations.
A statistical snapshot of Tuesday Night Record Club.
Before Office Hours
Meet the professor who fronted a band that recorded with Dave Grohl and toured with the Foo Fighters.
If My Research Had a Soundtrack...
Eleven professors pair their research with a song—and explain why it fits.
Roll Camera
As Monmouth develops new film programs and Netflix builds a $1 billion production hub near campus, Jake Yuzna sees opportunity for students.
A Blessing from the Dead
When John Morano sought permission to weave Grateful Dead lyrics into his novel, he expected a legal hurdle. Instead, he received an unforgettable surprise.
Office Space
Inside Lakehouse Studio North, where classroom meets control room.
The View from Here
From Dionne Warwick to Dr. Dre, American Music Honors again turned campus into the center of the music world.
Owning the Sound
Meet the two alumni helping artists take control of their music in the streaming era.
Soundtrack of Your Years
Share the music that defined your years at Monmouth.
Launchpad: Jenaé Louis-Jacques
Jenaé Louis-Jacques turned her passion for music into a career in music clearance, helping bring songs to television on "American Idol."
Correspondence
Discussion and reactions to our last issue.
Coming Full Circle
Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music Executive Director Bob Santelli ’73, ’14HN reflects on bringing the project to life—and what he hopes visitors take away.
The Next Chapter
Six months after Jeff Gallo was named head coach of Monmouth football, we sat down with him and his predecessor, Kevin Callahan, the man who built the program, to reflect on the transition.
Alumni Awards 2026
Meet the 2026 honorees, recognized in June for their professional achievement, leadership, and service.