Montclair State students in the nutrition and food sciences program recently returned from studying abroad at the Istituto Superiore in Castelfiorentino, in the Tuscany region of Italy. The students participated in a culinary program, and were hosted by the Institute’s professor Gaglianone, who arranged for a demonstration with a professional chef (pictured second from left). The program was arranged under the supervision of Health and Nutrition Sciences faculty, professor Charles Feldman, through The Global Education Center.
Prudence Jones, an assistant professor of the Classics and General Humanities, recently published Cleopatra: A Sourcebook, intended for college students and scholars in various disciplines of the Humanities. The book is the first of its kind and contains a series of readings extending from ancient times to the twentieth century. "Cleopatra is an interesting subject, especially as our nation considers electing a woman as president," said Jones. "In our time, as in Cleopatra’s, women in positions of power evoke strong reactions and face a unique set of challenges."
Professor Daniel Hurewitz’s new book explores the emergence of American identity politics
Assistant Professor of History, Daniel Hurewitz, recently published Bohemian LosAngeles and the Making of Modern Politics, a book that recounts the story of Edendale, a small Los Angeles neighborhood that played an important role in ushering in a modern version of American politics.
Bohemian Los Angeles incorporates interesting oral histories, personal letters, police records and rare photographs of Edendale’s gay residents, artists and political leftists during the first half of the 20th century. Hurewitz believes that these groups of people produced the nation’s first significant gay rights movement.
The Los Angeles Times describes Bohemian Los Angeles as "an engaging, original book."
Bill McCreath, director of Ceramics at Montclair State University, had his work displayed in “The East & West Clay Works Exhibition” in Seoul. The showcase, held in the “Korean Craft Promotion Foundation Gallery” included artists from around the world. Prior to his position at Montclair State, McCreath was the president of East West Ceramics Artists Association, a group that is dedicated to the promotion of international cultural and art exchanges.
Chief of University Police, Paul Cell, was recently chosen to participate in the "National Law Enforcement Leadership Institute on Violence Against Women." The three-day event is taking place in San Francisco, California and will explore innovative approaches for investigating crimes of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and human trafficking.
Felix Figueroa, a dedicated food industry employee at Montclair State’s College Hall Café for the past 12 years, recently became a member of the University’s newest dining facility, Café Diem. Figueroa is known for making delicious wraps for the campus community and is excited about his new position.
