![Two students are at a Health Wellness Village smiling with a picture of a plate with healthy portions.](/sites/default/files/styles/400x192/public/2026-05/09132025_17016_CCH%20Newark%20Sustainable%20Health%20%26%20Wellness%20Village-X4.jpg?h=dc2f8247&itok=tNWDkn-1) # College for Community Health ## Transform Health. Empower Communities. Lead the Change. Join the College for Community Health at Montclair State University — where academic excellence meets real-world action to create a healthier, more equitable world for everyone. ## Connect with Us - [ Instagram version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"? ](https://www.instagram.com/montclair_cchl/#) - [ LinkedIn version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"? ](https://www.linkedin.com/company/montclair-cchl/posts/?feedView=all) ## Who We Are At the College for Community Health at Montclair State University, you’ll prepare to make a real difference in people’s health and wellbeing. Here, you’ll study health and practice it through hands-on learning and community engagement. As one of Montclair’s most dynamic colleges, we focus on moving upstream, addressing the root causes of health disparities to improve lives in New Jersey and beyond. ### What sets us apart? ![A student discusses plans for a new volunteer program with a community leader.](/sites/default/files/styles/editor_50/public/2026-04/030325_public-health-mph.jpg.6.2x.generic.jpg?itok=MWyCOhxg) - **Groundbreaking Community Partnerships** We launched New Jersey’s first Academic Health Department in collaboration with Montclair Township, giving our students unprecedented, hands-on access to local public health initiatives, and have since reached a partnership agreement between the Essex County Office of Public Health Management. - **Research with a Pulse** With over $70 million in funded projects, our students work alongside world-class faculty in cutting-edge labs—from Kinesiology biomechanics to the Institute for Research on Youth Thriving and Evaluation - **Social Justice at Our Core** We are a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) committed to health equity. Our curriculum is designed to prepare you to advocate for underserved populations and dismantle systemic barriers to wellness. [Explore our programs](/academics/program-finder?school%5B590%5D=590 "All Majors, Minors and Programs") ![Andrea Uguna-Solano putting on her mortarboard.](/sites/default/files/styles/1120x1440/public/2026-05/i-QGnKqWM-X2.jpg?h=29234840&itok=DbLn2QZf) > “It was as if the University ignited a power in me that had been waiting to be seen, encouraging me to step up and be part of something bigger.” Andrea Uguna-Solano **MS, Nutrition and Food Science** [Learn more about Andrea’s Journey](https://inside.montclair.edu/news/international-student-flips-language-barrier-benefit-finds-voice-montclair-state-university) ![hawk icon](/themes/custom/montclair/assets/img/hawk.svg) ![Students in a food lab using equipment.](/sites/default/files/styles/1120x1120/public/2026-05/032116_5293_Food%20Lab-X2.jpg?h=29234840&itok=muYTTz-F) ### Get Support from Our Student Success Center Your academic journey at Montclair is supported by our dedicated Student Success Center, a one-stop hub for: - **Career & Internship Services**: We connect you with top-tier NJ employers and non-profits. - **Personalized Academic Advising**: Expert guidance to help you navigate your major and graduate on time. ## Take Part in Cutting-Edge Research R2 Carnegie R2 Doctoral Research Institution The College for Community Health houses three doctoral programs including Audiology, Counseling, and Family Science & Human Development. [Research at Montclair](/academics/research-montclair-state-university) ## Health, Human Services & Community Well-Being From helping individuals and families to improving community health and advancing healthcare, these programs prepare you to make a meaningful difference. Our academic departments offer programs designed to combine hands-on learning with the knowledge and practical experience needed to make a difference across a wide range of careers. ### Communication Sciences & Disorders Master the art and science of human connection in our on-campus Center for Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology. ### Counseling Train to support mental health in one of the nation’s top-ranked programs, focusing on social justice and clinical excellence. ### Family Science & Human Development Explore human growth across the lifespan and strengthen the foundations of society—the family. ### Kinesiology From elite athletic performance to rehabilitative exercise, turn your passion for movement into a science-backed career. ### Nutrition & Food Studies Address global food security and community wellness through sustainable food practices and dietetics. ### Public Health Join New Jersey’s #2 ranked MPH program and lead the charge in health education, policy, and advocacy. ### Social Work & Child Advocacy Become a fearless advocate in helping professions that strengthen families and protect children. ![Allison Abrom on campus](/sites/default/files/styles/1120x1440/public/2026-05/i-3W8Pz7J-X2.jpg?h=29234840&itok=g1tIDGB_) > “I am incredibly thankful for my time in my undergraduate program at Montclair State University, and I am proud of the person it has helped me become both in a professional and personal way.” Allison Abrom BS **Nutrition and Food Science** [Learn more about NFS and Allison’s journey](/news-media/news-stories/grit-graduation-one-students-self-funded-journey-montclair-state-university) ![hawk icon](/themes/custom/montclair/assets/img/hawk.svg) ## Meet Our Leaders and Faculty ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/060525710deanwernerwilsonlarosa1_0.jpg?h=a6bb5bee&itok=Xsf4GMJH) ### [Ron Werner-Wilson](/faculty-staff/ron-werner-wilson) - Dean of the College for Community Health ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/040819_5427_CHSS%20Communications%20Sciences%20Disorders%20Elaine%20Hitchcock_0.jpg?h=c282529e&itok=ZmG7u-6r) ### [Elaine Hitchcock](/faculty-staff/elaine-hitchcock) - Chairperson ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/img5952_0.jpg?h=75a35d06&itok=G17-aWzu) ### [Muninder Ahluwalia](/faculty-staff/muninder-ahluwalia) - Chairperson ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/Lyndal_Khaw_0.jpg?h=85d800b1&itok=lZDOAKwa) ### [Lyndal Khaw](/faculty-staff/lyndal-khaw) - Chairperson ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/peter_0.jpg?h=d3e2533a&itok=sYoN4J7S) ### [Peter Hosick](/faculty-staff/peter-hosick) - Chairperson ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/api_service_account/091626_00120_Stephanie_Silvera-LAROSA.jpg?h=d7071701&itok=a2F8jbFZ) ### [Stephanie Navarro Silvera](/faculty-staff/stephanie-navarro-silvera) - Chairperson ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/Headshot_Nicole_square.jpg?h=98ccfb1f&itok=jIZdeqJ3) ### [Nicole Lytle](/faculty-staff/nicole-lytle) - Chairperson ![](/sites/default/files/styles/260x260/public/profile-photos/api_service_account/IMG_3585.jpeg?h=d7071701&itok=MHSqzYse) ### [Yeon Bai](/faculty-staff/yeon-bai) - Chairperson Go to the previous slide 1/ Go to the next slide ![Professor and student in speech lab in front of a microphone. ](/sites/default/files/styles/1120x1440/public/2026-05/i-NqNBzN8-X2.jpg?h=29234840&itok=7d0RebnZ) > “I wanted to join Dr. Hitchcock in her work because this opportunity does not exist anywhere else.” Alexis Gallagher, SLP graduate student **Speech Language Pathology** [Learn more about SLP and Alexis’ journey](/news-media/news-stories/groundbreaking-speech-therapy-research-helps-child-master-r-sound-weeks) ![hawk icon](/themes/custom/montclair/assets/img/hawk.svg) ## Featured Programs [View all Community Health Programs](/academics/program-finder?school%5B590%5D=590) - [Public Health](/academics/programs/mph-public-health) - MPH - [Health and Physical Education](/academics/programs/health-and-physical-education-teacher-certification) - [Dual Degree Program: Master of Public Health/Master of Business Administration](/academics/programs/master-of-public-health-master-of-business-administration) - MBA - MPH ## News and Announcements - ![Ileana Zuniga walks along the Student Quad during Orientation Week.](/sites/default/files/styles/750x500/public/2026-08/082526_656_Ileana_Zuniga-LAROSA_0.jpg?h=926d89e9&itok=diWf08rk) Front Page News [ Why the Class of 2030 Chose Montclair State University](/news-media/news-stories/why-these-students-class-2030-chose-montclair) August 28, 2026 - ![An audiology student fits another student with a hearing aid during a telehealth demonstration. ](/sites/default/files/styles/750x500/public/2026-07/072326_00953_CCH-Audiology-Telehealth.jpg?h=926d89e9&itok=yZJNCNGf) Front Page News [ Audiology Students Give Life-Changing Care to Children in Dominica](/news-media/news-stories/montclair-audiology-students-give-life-changing-care-children-dominica) August 3, 2026 - ![A student writes in a notebook outdoors.](/sites/default/files/styles/750x500/public/2026-07/042726_121_Students_Around_Campus_Spring-LAROSA.jpg?h=926d89e9&itok=uYpG0Koc) Campus News [ Our Flexible Summer Sessions Can Help You Catch Up, Get Ahead and Graduate Sooner](/news-media/news-stories/our-flexible-summer-sessions-can-help-you-catch-get-ahead-and-graduate-sooner) June 5, 2026 [More News and Stories](/news-media/news-stories?school%5B590%5D=590) ## Have Questions? We’re Here to Help. College for Community Health The College for Community Health is committed to teaching, research and service that promotes equitable healthcare and wellbeing for individuals, families, and communities in New Jersey and beyond. - - Telephone [973-655-2245](tel:973-655-2245) - Address University Hall, Suite 1160