Some attendees of the Montclair Township town hall meeting posing for a photo. (Photo by Raeanne Raccagno)

'No faith in fossil fuels': NJ faith clusters support NJ Climate Superfund Act

By Raeanne Raccagno | Jun. 1

Empower New Jersey held four climate meetings in different towns in April and May, partnering with other organizations as part of a broader initiative to back the New Jersey Climate Superfund Act. The meetings urged towns to pass a resolution in support of the bill. At a May 20 meeting, the Montclair Town Council approved Empower New Jersey’s resolution in favor of the act by a vote of 5-2, joining over 30 other municipalities.

The Blawenburg Band performing a concert to a filled auditorium. (Photo courtesy of Linda Garvey)

Blawenburg Band to celebrate 135th anniversary during concert at Kendall Hall

By Olivia Consuelo Ramos | May. 14

Jessica Gebauer, owner of Krysset, reflects on her time at the College as well as her accomplishments in her career. (Photo courtesy of Jessica Gebauer)

Alumni Adventures: Jessica Gebauer’s journey from TCNJ to local store owner

By Erica Remboske | May. 11

Women in Learning and Leadership celebrated its 25th anniversary during the College's Alumni Weekend (Photo courtesy of Cecilia Colbeth).

WILL celebrates 25th anniversary during Alumni Weekend

By Grace Murphy | May. 11

(Photo by Brooke Zevon / Staff Photographer)

Business students lead DEI efforts through the School of Business Inclusion Council

By Parisa Burton | May. 11

An osprey was spotted between Lake Ceva and Lake Sylva in April. (Photo by Elizabeth Gladstone)

Mercer County bird watcher finds osprey on campus

By Adamarie Tait | May. 1

Joanna Saltz ‘99 working in the Delish kitchen with her daughter, Everett. (Photo courtesy of Joanna Saltz)

Alumni Adventures: Joanna Saltz’s story of dedication and commitment to success

By Nicholas Steinhauser | Apr. 29

Life is often a learning experience. For Joanna Saltz ‘99, life after the College has gone in many different directions, all of which contributed to the success she has today.

The horses of Hope’s Promise Farm provide strength to vulnerable populations. (Photo courtesy of Maureen Coultas)

Healing through horsepower at Hope’s Promise

By Parisa Burton | Apr. 29

Hope’s Promise, a non-profit organization located in Chester, N.J., founded in 2012 by Director Maureen Coultas, offers a wide array of programs to benefit diverse populations using full-sized and miniature therapy horses.

This year’s Earth Week events include many activities to help improve our campus environment. (Photo courtesy of Nate Johnson)

Earth Week at TCNJ: A campus-wide celebration of sustainability

By Ashley Peng and Arianna McCleod | Apr. 21

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, the College’s Environmental Sustainability Council is coordinating a full week of events aimed at engaging students and staff in environmental awareness and action.

Students living in older homes could be exposed to lead. (Photo courtesy of Mike Sherr)

NJ organizations work to protect residents, students from hidden dangers of lead

By Isabella Darcy | Apr. 10

Developmental delays, learning difficulties and seizures. High blood pressure, mood disorders and memory difficulties. These are the effects lead poisoning can have on children and adults, respectively, according to the Mayo Clinic.

Juniper won first place in the 2025 Mayo Business Plan Competition. (Photo by Anthony DiPrimo)

Juniper wins 2025 Mayo Business Plan Competition, takes home $30,000

By Parisa Burton | Apr. 7

Juniper, a platform dedicated to simplifying patient documentation and billing, took home the grand prize of $30,000 in the 2025 Mayo Business Plan Competition. A team composed of CMO Livia Minaides, a sophomore marketing major, CEO Yasaman Galer, a senior biology major, and COO Isha Patwardhan, a junior biology major, created Juniper and won the competition.

Nicole Kirgan returned to the College to teach a journalism course. (Photo Courtesy of Nicole Kirgan)

Alumni Adventures: Nicole Kirgan returns to TCNJ as adjunct journalism professor

By Olivia Consuelo Ramos | Mar. 30

Nicole Kirgan ‘13 returned to the College to become an adjunct professor this semester to teach on the same campus that inspired her to become a reporter.

A campus fawn lolling on campus. (Photo by Brooke Zevon / Staff Photographer)

Campus deer have lost their animalistic instincts

By Raeanne Raccagno | Mar. 9

Among the furry animals that travel across the College’s campus, no one visits the grounds more than the local deer. Seemly harmless, and a fun sight for students, these creatures have been a terror to the local ecosystem.

The College's co-ed intramural softball team celebrates victory. (Photo courtesy of Shawna Dean)

TCNJ intramural is underway with hundreds of student participants

By Aidan Mastandrea | Feb. 22

While there are many dedicated student athletes at the College, a large contingency of the campus community either stopped or never pursued a sport at a high level. Intramural sports at the College creates an environment for students to compete for fun with their peers. The spring semester of IM sports is already underway and continues to evolve year by year.

The Pan-African Flag Raising Ceremony at the College took place on Jan. 29 and kicked off this year’s Black History Month slew of celebrations. (Photo courtesy of Jordan Shyi)

Black History Month empowers students on campus

By Nicholas Steinhauser | Feb. 22

February is Black History Month, which the College is celebrating by holding different events that emphasize the significance of this month for Black history.

Stomp N Shake Lions perform at the College’s men’s basketball games. (Photo courtesy of Adalmaris Castillo)

Stomp N Shake Lions makes history at TCNJ

By Olivia Consuelo Ramos | Feb. 22

Stomp N Shake Lions, a school spirit team that performs a cheerleading style derived from Black colleges and universities, became the College’s first Stomp and Shake recognized student organization.

Jared Williams (left) and Trish Le (right) talk about what’s to come in the Spring semester. (Photo by Raeanne Raccagno)

Student Government’s executive leaders plan to bring peers prosperity as their term approaches its end

By Raeanne Raccagno | Feb. 21

Student Government Executive President Jared Williams and Executive Vice President Trish Le suit up every day before stepping on their home court, the College. They don’t worry about flaunting last names on their backs, but instead repping their SG gear. They want their initiatives to last longer on campus than their titles. For them, scoring points means advocating for students, making positive changes and starting legacies at the College.

Marissa Lucca delivered a standout performance last spring for the most successful program in National Collegiate Athletic Association DIII women’s lacrosse history. (Photo by Elizabeth Gladstone / Multimedia Coordinator)

From sidelined to star, Marissa Lucca is an attacking force for TCNJ women’s lacrosse

By Isabella Darcy | Feb. 5

Junior nursing major Marissa Lucca joined the College’s lacrosse team to compete for a national championship title. When she officially stepped onto the varsity squad as a freshman, Lucca and her teammates were excited for a promising season.

Jason Lipshutz began his career in music journalism as a student at the College (Photo courtesy of Jason Lipshutz).

Alumni Adventures: Jason Lipshutz reflects on career journey at Billboard

By Rebecca Heath | Dec. 8

Jason Lipshutz ‘10, executive director of music at Billboard, had always known he would pursue a writing career. But while a student at the College, the music fanatic never anticipated that he would one day interview the world’s biggest pop stars, attend award shows and be at the helm of Billboard’s music coverage.

Eddie Young, The Signal's former sports editor, is documenting his study abroad adventures (Graphic by Sandra Abrantes).

Eddie’s Edventures: Rome, Italy

By Eddie Young | Dec. 8

Eddie Young, The Signal’s former sports editor, is studying abroad in the United Kingdom this semester and will chronicle his travels each print edition.

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