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Five tips for a successful trip to the thrift store, from students

By Rebecca Heath | Mar. 5

In recent years, thrift shopping has gone mainstream. Consumers everywhere are drawn to the affordability of second-hand clothing, the unique finds and the chance to help the environment through reducing waste. While thrifting became a widespread trend during the Covid-19 pandemic due to social media platforms like TikTok, it doesn’t appear to be dying down anytime soon; the sale of used clothing is projected to exceed $77 billion by 2025, according to CBS News.

Suzanne McCotter began her term on Feb. 5 (Photo courtesy of tcnj.edu).

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From teacher to leader: Suzanne McCotter's journey to provost

By Rebecca Heath | Feb. 29

Although Suzanne McCotter may still be adjusting to her role leading all academic aspects of the College, the newly-appointed interim provost and vice president for academic affairs is no stranger to the classroom.

The mandatory training is one of several new initiatives aimed at strengthening campus safety (Photo by Elizabeth Gladstone / Multimedia Coordinator).

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TCNJ implements first mandatory safety training for students

By Rebecca Heath and Tristan Weisenbach | Feb. 16

The College released its first mandatory online safety training for students on Feb. 12 after it received requests from students and faculty for additional safety resources.

(Photo courtesy of Elizabeth Gladstone / Multimedia Coordinator)

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Suzanne McCotter appointed as interim provost

By Rebecca Heath | Jan. 31

Dr. Suzanne McCotter has been selected to serve as the College's interim provost for an 18-month term beginning Feb. 6, according to an email sent to the campus community by Interim President Michael Bernstein on Tuesday.

(Photo courtesy of Shane Gillespie / Photo Editor)

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As student workers face hours reductions, one student org is looking to form a union

By Rebecca Heath | Dec. 16

Senior psychology major Renata Curcio, like many college students, lives paycheck to paycheck. Since starting her job as a Recreation Center associate in January 2021, Curcio had been able to support herself by working the division’s maximum 15 hours per week — until her hours were suddenly reduced by half at the beginning of the semester.

(From left to right) Margaret Martinetti, psychology professor, Dina Boero associate history professor and TCNJ AFT Vice President, Regina Morin, world languages and cultures professor. (Photo courtesy of Matthew Wund).

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Faculty and staff endure three months without a contract, demand resolution

By Rebecca Heath and Ally Uhlendorf | Nov. 2

By Rebecca Heath and Ally UhlendorfNews Editors Over the past three months, the College’s branch of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) has engaged ...

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Associate Provost Christopher Murphy replaces Harriet Hustis as Honors and Scholars Program director

By Rebecca Heath | Oct. 19

Christopher Murphy, associate provost for curriculum and liberal learning, began his tenure as interim director of the College’s Honors and Scholars Program on Sept. 20, replacing English professor Harriet Hustis.

Beaver’s 2018 Grammy Award for Best Tropical Latin Album came only a year after he earned a nomination for his breakout solo album, “Art of the Arrangement” — an experience he described as “amazing” (Photo courtesy of Doug Beavers).

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Grammy-winning professor Doug Beavers looks back on decision that changed his life

By Rebecca Heath | Sep. 14

Beaver’s 2018 Grammy Award for Best Tropical Latin Album came only a year after he earned a nomination for his breakout solo album, “Art of the Arrangement” — an experience he described as “amazing.”

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College to charge for course overloading above five units in spring 2024

By Rebecca Heath | Aug. 29

Full-time students have been able to register for an ‘unlimited’ number of courses — as long as they are granted dean approval — without an increase in tuition since the College’s establishment, but that policy will change this spring semester.

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Signal alum Stuart Goldstein reflects on career on both sides of the media

By Rebecca Heath | Jan. 26, 2023

Stuart Goldstein '72, a book author and former Signal editor, reflects on his experiences as journalist and corporate public relations manager.

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Five tips for a successful trip to the thrift store, from students

From teacher to leader: Suzanne McCotter's journey to provost

TCNJ implements first mandatory safety training for students

Suzanne McCotter appointed as interim provost

As student workers face hours reductions, one student org is looking to form a union

Faculty and staff endure three months without a contract, demand resolution

Associate Provost Christopher Murphy replaces Harriet Hustis as Honors and Scholars Program director

Grammy-winning professor Doug Beavers looks back on decision that changed his life

College to charge for course overloading above five units in spring 2024

Signal alum Stuart Goldstein reflects on career on both sides of the media

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