Led by women’s basketball player Alex Gregorek, TCNJ’s Operation Smile donated a $1,000 check to its parent organization after spending over a year fundraising and creating awareness about their cause. … Continue Reading
Author Archives: Mark Gola
A Lion and a patriot on the battlefield
Andrew Mason, a Lions’ offensive lineman, recently completed the Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC), the centerpiece of the US Army’s ROTC program.… Continue Reading
Miriam Khan earns title of fastest woman in Division III sports
Junior Miriam Khan’s blistering performance at the 2010 NCAA Division III National Championships was the third fastest time in NCAA history in the 100-meter dash, as she became the first Lion to win a national championship in the event. … Continue Reading
GridIron Group—A Bridge Uniting the Past, Present, and Future
The GridIron Group, an assembling of ex-players, parents, and fans of Lions football, is open to all who support the College’s football program. Learn more. … Continue Reading
Mitchell Speeds to Final Leg of ACL Injury
Field hockey and lacrosse standout Leigh Mitchell ’11 was on her way to a storybook career until she tore her ACL during a routine practice drill. Read how one Lion has worked to battle back from this all-too-common sports injury. … Continue Reading
Moore ’90 tabbed SIAC Commissioner
Former Lions’ basketball player Greg Moore was recently named commissioner of the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.… Continue Reading
Then and Now: Intramural Sports
Intramural sports have evolved at TCNJ, and the depth of changes (both in function and cosmetic) might surprise any alumnus who has donned a pinnie or laced up a pair of Zips.… Continue Reading
These Alumnae Were ’Bilt to Coach
Former basketball great Melanie Balcomb ’84 and All-American lacrosse player Cathy Swezey ’93 are currently head coaches in their respective sports at Vanderbilt University. … Continue Reading
Goldstein ’72 Reflects on Role in Lower the Voting Age
This April marked the 40-year anniversary of a national drive spearheaded by three college-aged lobbyists, including one TCNJ alumnus, to put the 18 year-old vote on the ballot in the New Jersey.… Continue Reading
Lions’ Hearts
Although the College is perhaps best known for its great education and cumulative learning experience, add matchmaker to the list. Whether it occurs in an English classroom, astronomy club meeting, or basketball game, Cupid has launched many arrows that have struck the heart of a Lion. Here are the stories of three couples who met here at TCNJ.… Continue Reading