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William Paterson Men’s Soccer Snaps Losing Streak Against New Paltz

The Beacon

Since their last win against Rutgers-Camden on October 7, the William Paterson men’s soccer team has struggled to perform on the pitch, scoring only one goal in three matches heading into this week’s game against the SUNY New Paltz Hawks. The lack of scoring has been a recurring problem for the Pioneers this season, with... The post William Paterson Men’s So

PHOTOS: William Paterson University Pride Ball (10/21) - The Beacon

The Beacon

The Beacon got exclusive access to the WPUNJ Pride Ball on Wednesday, Oct. 21.

High Mountain Park Preserve: The Scenic Trails of William Paterson University

The Beacon

William Paterson University offers many beauties on its campus, but a hidden beauty lies just outside the main campus. High Mountain Park Preserve is a protected woodland just off campus that is open to the public. It offers several trails for visitors to explore. An entrance to the preserve is located between Lot 5 and... The post High Mountain Park Preserv

Political Science Department’s Law Fair Pairs Pool and Ping-Pong with Career Prep

The Beacon

The Department of Political Science, Legal and Urban Studies hosted a government and law fair in the Student Center Arcade on Tuesday. From 2 to 4 p.m., the event offered snacks, drinks, and ping-pong and pool tournaments, along with information about the department. Wendy Wright, chair of the department, known as PLUS, said she hosted... The post Political

Five Study Tips for Getting Through Midterms

The Beacon

It’s that time of the semester where midterms are in full swing and life feels consumed by endless studying. Late nights spent with your textbooks and pages of notes are inevitable, but I have some tips to maximize productivity and make your study sessions a little more enjoyable. Tip #1: Find your Perfect Study Space ... The post Five Study Tips for Getting

Eight Athletes to Keep an Eye on for William Paterson Winter Sports

The Beacon

With William Paterson swimming and diving set to begin Friday, Oct. 23, and the men’s and women’s basketball seasons opening Nov. 14, there are plenty of athletes to watch as the winter sports season approaches. Meanwhile, William Paterson’s two club sports programs, ice hockey and bowling, have already found success early in their seasons. Here... The post

General Grant and the Verdict of History: A Talk with Dr. Frank Varney

The Beacon

On October 20, Dr. Frank Varney spoke at the Cheng Library auditorium from 12:30 PM to 1:45 PM. Varney was a student here at William Paterson and had briefly worked here before ending up as an adjunct professor of History at Saint Michael’s College. Throughout the talk, Varney mentioned multiple situations where General Grant had... The post General Grant an

PHOTOS: William Paterson University Annual Wellness Walk (10/20)

The Beacon

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Why Writing Still Matters: William Paterson and the National Day on Writing

The Beacon

Every Oct. 20, writers across the country recognize the National Day of Writing, a commemoration first established by the National Council of Teachers of English in 2009 to celebrate the many ways writing shapes everyday life. The council’s mission statement emphasizes promoting “the development of literacy” and “the use of language to construct personal and

A New Chapter for Bergen County Zoo: Inside the Storybook Master Plan

The Beacon

On Sept. 24, 2026 Bergen County unveiled the Storybook Master Plan for the Bergen County Zoo (Van Saun Zoo). The zoo hopes to build on its existing features with plans on improved habitats, wildlife conservation and educational opportunities. The plan outlines several projects expected to take place over the next five to seven years. According... The post A

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