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June 2008
News & Notes
MSU's Centennial Commencement
Commencement exercises took place at the Izod Center at the
Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, Fri., May 23. The
Class of 1958, who were celebrating their 50th anniversary, led
the procession of graduates. Speaking and receiving honorary
degrees at the ceremony were:
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Mikhail Baryshnikov,
celebrated dancer, choreographer and actor, who received an
Honorary Doctor of Letters.
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The Honorable Jon S. Corzine,
Governor of the State of New Jersey, who received an
Honorary Doctor of Laws.
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Jane Holl Lute, '78,
Assistant Secretary-General for Mission Support in the
United Nations' Department of Peacekeeping Operations, who
received an Honorary Doctor of Laws.
This year’s Commencement was special in that in
addition to conferring degrees of the 2008 graduates, it served
as a celebration marking the University’s centennial. Throughout
the almost two-hour ceremony, video messages from alumni and
other notable figures were shown on the big screen,
congratulating the school and the students on their
achievements. Participants included Eleanor Gavagan ’27, one of
Montclair State’s oldest alumnae, Melba Moore ’70, Yogi Bera, former Governor Richard Codey and more. The ceremony concluded
with a pyrotechnic display.
Prior to Commencement,
Convocations were held in the Amphitheater for each of the
Schools and Colleges. Among the honorary degree recipients at
these ceremonies were two MSU alumni.
Frank R. Alvarez,'76,
Superintendent, Montclair Public Schools and MSUAA President
received an Honorary Doctor of Letters. Ronald Califre,
'72 Senior Vice President and Head of Research and
Development, U.S. Operations, and Head of Pharma Development
Operations in the Novartis Institutes for Biomedical Research
received an Honorary Doctor of Science.
To view photos and video from
Commencement, click
here
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50th Reunion Class Celebrates Anniversary
Members of the Class of 1958 celebrated their 50th anniversary
last month in style. They began their celebration with an
upscale cocktail party on May 22 in the University Hall
Conference Center. The next day, members of the Class of ‘58
were honored at Montclair State's Centennial Commencement. The
reunion class led the special ceremony wearing academic caps and
gowns and the "official" golden anniversary sash. Following
Commencement, the Class of 1958 had a chance to relax and
reminisce at a luncheon in their honor.
Official Centennial History Book Published
 The
history of how the fastest growing University in New Jersey
began and developed to its current centennial year is told in
the newly-published Montclair State University, A Century of
Triumph Over Circumstance written by Joseph Thomas Moore,
noted historian, scholar and Professor Emeritus of History and
Social Studies Education, who retired from the University in
2005 after a 39-year career. Two years in the making,
the book chronicles the University’s history from its founding
in 1908 as the New Jersey State Normal School at Montclair with
one building and eight faculty members surrounded by an open,
grassy field, to the current-day 246-acre campus which will
begin the upcoming fall semester with 530 full-time faculty
members and almost 17,000 students - the second largest
University in New Jersey.
A special reception and
book-signing event launching Montclair State University, A
Century of Triumph Over Circumstance took place on Tues.,
May 13 in the Alexander Kasser Theater. Moore was on hand to
discuss the context of the founding of the University with
frequent New York Times Contributor and author of
America 1908, Jim Rasenberger, and author and Montclair
State University Distinguished Visiting Professor Neil Baldwin,
The American Revelation: Ten Ideals That Shaped America from
the Puritans to the Cold War.
Montclair State University, A
Century of Triumph Over Circumstance is available to
purchase for $19.95 at the Montclair State University bookstore
(visit
www.montclair.edu/centennial; click the "shop MSU" link.),
Watchung Booksellers (Montclair),
The Montclair Book Center (Montclair) and Barnes & Noble
(Clifton Commons, Clifton).
Eighth
Annual Superintendent’s Breakfast Held
This annual event for current and retired alumni superintendents
was held in the Student Center Dining Room on May 8. Attendees
had an opportunity to share ideas and talk about issues in
education.
2009 Alumni Travel
Destinations Announced
The
MSU Alumni Association has partnered once again
with
Thomas P. Gohagan & Co. to bring you exciting vacation
opportunities. In addition, tours will be offered through Alumni
Holidays Incorporated (AHI) in 2009.
Island Life in Tahiti and French Polynesia
March 15 - 23 (Gohagan)
Book
before July 16, 2008
to take advantage of Early Booking Savings.
Early booking pricing starts at $2,795.
pp, land only.
Created by ancient submarine fires and sculpted by waves and
wind over countless millennia, the enchanting isles of Tahiti,
Bora Bora and Moorea continue to beckon travelers to their
coasts. Enjoy and explore the fascinating culture and history of
the South Pacific during this seven-night voyage.
Contact Gohagan
at 1-800-922-3088 for details on this exciting tour.
Treasures of Southern Africa
April 3 - April 16 (AHI)
The itinerary on this tour features the best of South Africa and
southern Zambia with preferred access to popular attractions,
specially arranged cultural experiences and fascinating,
insightful excursions led by knowledgeable private guides.
Book before Sept. 9, 2008
to take advantage of early booking pricing starting at $5,795.
pp, land only. Contact AHI for details at
1-800-323-7373.
Island Life in Ancient Greece
Sept. 27 - Oct. 5 (Gohagan)
Join this exclusive nine-day journey and discover the legendary
Aegean Sea and lands of the Greek gods and heroes. Sail in the
wake of Agamemnon and Achilles to Troy aboard one of the finest
small ships to cruise the eastern Mediterranean.
Explore the
island of Atremis and Apollo at Delos; and stroll through the
streets, temples and monuments of Ephesus, the grandest ancient
city standing in the world today.
Call
1-800-922-3088 for Island Life in Ancient Greece tour details.
China and the Yangtze River Discovery
Oct. 28 - Nov. 9
Discover China's finest cities, exotic countryside and
storied history on this unique travel opportunity that showcases
the many treasures of a fascinating land. Contact AHI for
tour details at 1-800-323-7373.
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May through
August - Summer Sessions
Summer Sessions provides you with an opportunity
to pursue undergraduate or graduate studies and
take advantage of special educational, cultural
and activity. A wide range of undergraduate and
graduate credit courses is offered in addition
to
special non-credit and credit programs,
workshops,
study abroad, and summer camps for children
and youth. Our
Summer A to Z Index
will lead you to
additional information on these and more. For
more information, stop by College Hall Room 215;
call: 973-655-4352; fax: 973-655-7851; e-mail
summer@montclair.edu or visit
www.montclair.edu/Summer/.
Graduate Admissions
Accepting Applications for the fall
It's not
too early to begin
thinking about applying for a graduate degree,
certification or certificate from Montclair
State University.
Among the
advantages offered by the University are:
- Outstanding graduate programs in numerous fields with
nationally-recognized faculty and accreditation;
- Flexible course schedules for both full-time students
and working professionals, including nights, weekend,
accelerated and Web-enhanced course options;
- Facilities that are on the cutting edge of learning and
technology, including University Hall, the largest and most
sophisticated building in the University’s history;
- Program faculty and staff dedicated to meeting the
unique needs of the graduate population.
You may begin your graduate journey today by completing an
application online. Although the master’s, certification and
certificate programs review applications on a rolling basis, it
is always advantageous to submit the application early. Students who are admitted for the Fall may
enroll in classes that begin in the Summer. To meet with a graduate counselor or for more
information, call the Office of Graduate Admissions and Support
Services at 973-655-5147 or send an e-mail to
graduate.school@montclair.edu.
MSUAA Member Appreciation Brunch and
Annual Meeting, June 7
All active
members of the MSUAA are invited to attend this brunch at the
University Hall Conference Center in honor of the valued members
who support the programs and services of the Association.
If you are unsure
of your membership status, please call
973-655-4141 for verification. Immediately following
brunch will be the MSUAA annual meeting where the year's
accomplishments will be highlighted, scholarships will be
awarded and board inductions will take place.
NJ Jackals Season Underway
The New Jersey Jackals season is underway!
Looking for something to do this summer? Take in
a Jackals home game at Yogi Berra Stadium on the
campus of Montclair State University. Visit
www.jackals.com or call
973-655-8009 for more information.
What's happening at the
Yogi Berra Museum this summer?
Sun., June 8, Guidry, Mattingly, Nettles
autograph signing.
Meet former Yankee greats Ron Guidry, Don
Mattingly and Graig Nettles as they sign
autographs in the Museum. Great Father's Day
gift. Pre-orders are accepted.
3 p.m.- 5 p.m.
Thurs. June 12, Yogi Berra book-signing.
The legendary Yogi Berra will be signing copies
of his new book, You Can
Observe A Lot By Watching: What I've Learned
About Teamwork From the
Yankees and Life" at the Museum.
6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Fri., June 13, "In the Crease" Screening
and Discussion.
Award-winning documentary on youth hockey and what it means to
kids and parents, followed by discussion. Proceeds to help
benefit New Jersey Youth Hockey Assn.
7 p.m.-9 p.m.
Tickets: $15.
For information on these events, call (973)
655-2378.
MSU’s Biggest
Alumni Reunion… Ever!
Save the
Date! Sept. 20
You – all 88,000 of you – are
invited to Montclair State’s biggest alumni
reunion ever. No matter what year you graduated,
no matter what the school was called when you
graduated – Montclair State is your home. And we
would like to invite you back home for a reunion
unlike any other.
The Centennial
Festival, celebrating Montclair State’s 100 years, will take
place Sat. Sept. 20 on the Montclair State campus. The event
will feature food stands, arts and crafts kiosks, musical and
dance performances, parades and much more.
A VIP Alumni
Reception Area has been designated in the President’s Circle at
the main entrance to College Hall where you can gather with
classmates from each decade, look at old yearbooks and reminisce
about your days at Montclair.
Bring your
friends and family and plan on spending the whole day taking in
the sights and sounds all around campus. The event will
culminate with an exclusive evening concert and celebratory
fireworks.
Let us know if
you’re thinking of coming to this spectacular,
once-in-a-lifetime reunion by completing our
quick survey. We want to make sure we have all
the preparations in place to welcome you home. Hope to see you
there!
Class of 1983:
This is your
opportunity to celebrate your silver anniversary! We’ll have a
special spot in the Alumni Reception area just for you to
commemorate 25 years since your graduation. Start spreading the
word to your classmates!
If you or anyone you know from the
Class ’83 is interested in chairing a committee to help spread
the word to your classmates and make your 25th reunion the best
it can be, contact the Office of Alumni & Community Relations at
973-655-4141 or e-mail
alumni@mail.montclair.edu.
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The MSU
Alumni Association has recently finalized plans to partner with
Marsh Affinity Group Services
who will bring you discounted
insurance offers on long term care insurance, 10 year life insurance
and short term medical insurance designed for those who are recent
college graduates, unemployed, in between jobs and/or in need of an
alternative to COBRA. To learn more about any of these alumni
services options, simply call 1-888-560-ALUM (2586) or visit
