Spring is here! Check out these networking opportunities

It’s all about connections, and your connection to Montclair State University lasts a lifetime. With more than 130,000 alumni living in all 50 states and worldwide, the Office of Alumni Engagement at Montclair State hosts events across the country that give you an opportunity to connect with the University and network with fellow alumni and friends in your neighborhood. You already have one thing in common: Montclair State!

In the coming months, the Office of Alumni Engagement will host alumni networking opportunities in northern New Jersey, New York City and Arizona, as part of Montclair State’s series of regional events and activities. From a happy hour in New York’s tallest building to an alumni reception in Scottsdale, Arizona, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Celebrate your connection to your alma mater by spending a day with fellow graduates and friends.

Montclair State in Your Neighborhood

Montclair State at One World Observatory – March 27

Celebrate an evening of networking with fellow Red Hawks at One World Observatory on Wednesday, March 27. Registration includes a discounted ticket up to the observatory floor, complimentary food and beverage, and a $5 contribution to The Fund for Montclair State. In 43 seconds, climb to the top of the Freedom Tower for an unforgettable experience and spectacular views of New York City and New Jersey.

“I’m looking forward to seeing a few of my classmates and connecting with other alumni,” says Julissa Duran ’19 MBA, assistant director of Undergraduate Admissions for Marketing and Communications at Montclair State. “Being that I just graduated in January 2019, I’m also interested in learning about the different resources and benefits available. And of course, I’m so excited to see the amazing view at the One World Observatory!”

For Stephanie Arriola ’18, the event is a great opportunity to network with fellow alumni and University administrators. As she puts it, “I cannot express enough how important it is to take advantage of networking opportunities that present themselves. Always leap for those networking opportunities because you never know who you’ll meet. That next step in your career is only a networking event away.”

If you plan on attending, please register online or contact Katelin Spooner, Office of Alumni Engagement, at 973-655-3323 or spoonerk@montclair.edu.

9^th Annual Signature Wine Tasting – April 16

On Tuesday, April 16, join fellow wine lovers as you are led through an evening of learning about wines from France. Anyone can drink wine, but it takes practice to recognize and distinguish a wine’s characteristics. Learn how to taste wine like the pros, starting with your basic senses – look, smell and taste – and expand from there. In addition to learning the key aspects of wine tasting, you will also be provided with an overview of the wine regions in France, as well as the history and description of each of the wines you will sample.

“I saw this event as an opportunity to engage with some fellow alumni over wine and food,” says past attendee, Jeffrey Poulos ’15, career advisor at the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Montclair State. “Since I was unfamiliar with the different types of wine, I thought it would be a win-win situation where I can learn about how wine is produced and the origin, while simultaneously networking with both alumni and colleagues from Montclair State.”

If you plan on attending, please register online by Wednesday, April 10, or calling the Office of Alumni Engagement at 973-655-4141. If you do not pre-register, walk-in registration is $50 and will be based on available seating.

Scottsdale Alumni Reception – April 16

Mark your calendar for an opportunity to connect with you alma mater, fellow alumni and friends in Arizona. We’re heading to Scottsdale on Tuesday, April 16, and are excited to invite you to a cocktail reception at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch. The event will be a great opportunity to network with fellow graduates living and working in your area, and learn about the exciting happenings at Montclair State!

If you plan on attending, please register online by Tuesday, April 9. For information, contact Katelin Spooner, Office of Alumni Engagement, at spoonerk@montclair.edu or 973-655-3323.

Annual Attorney Alumni Network Gathering – April 30

Save the date for our Eighth Annual Attorney Alumni Network Gathering! Join us for an opportunity to network with fellow attorney alumni, meet current students studying Jurisprudence, Law and Society, and connect with faculty including Avram Segall, Ian Drake, Jack Baldwin-LeClair, Ariel Alvarez and Tony Spanakos. You’ll have an opportunity to hear from keynote speaker, Michael Caracappa ’15, law clerk to the Honorable Walter F. Timpone, Supreme Court of New Jersey.

“The Annual Attorney Alumni Network Gathering is the best way to re-connect with old classmates and make new connections with fellow alumni who are also practicing attorneys,” says Frank Derienzo ‘09.  I have met many fellow alumni who, but for this event, I would have never known entered the practice of law.”

Be on the lookout for an invitation in your inbox. For questions, contact Jenna Villani, Office of Alumni Engagement, at 973-655-7872 or villanij@montclair.edu.

Career Opportunities

Arts, Communication and Entertainment Career and Internship Fair – April 3

On Wednesday, April 3, you will have the opportunity to network with employers from the health, wellness, environmental and science industries who are seeking to fill their open full-time and internship positions.

To view participating employers, learn more about the event and to register. For questions, contact The Center for Career Services at 973-655-5194.

Business, Sales and Technology Career and Internship Fair – April 17

A Business, Sales and Technology Career and Internship Fair will be held on Wednesday, April 17. You will have the opportunity to network with employers from business, sales and technology industries who are seeking to fill their open full-time and internship positions.

To view participating employers, learn more about the event and to register. For questions, contact The Center for Career Services at 973-655-5194.

Career Workshop on Personal Branding – April 24

Join us for a career workshop focusing on personal branding on Wednesday, April 24. Learn how to create a brand that represents you as the professional you want others to see and know. Whether you are currently working, considering re-entering the workforce, making a career transition or at the beginning of a career, this workshop is for you.

Be on the lookout for an invitation in your inbox in the next few weeks. Hosted by the Office of Alumni Engagement, this workshop is presented by Turning Leaf Career Consulting.

Can’t make it to the workshop?

Many career resources are available to online for Montclair State alumni. We invite you to view recorded webinars and workshops that you may have missed or check them out as a refresher! Get connected by joining our official LinkedIn group or Hire a Red Hawk . To access these benefits – and more – visit MONTCLAIRconnect.

Alumni Benefits

The perks of being a Red Hawk don’t stop at graduation! Networking and career opportunities are just some of the many benefits that are available to you as a graduate of Montclair State.

Whether you are looking for assistance in your job search or to reconnect with your alma mater, there are a wide variety of benefits and services offered to you. Sign on to MONTCLAIRconnect to sign up for a fully functional alumni Gmail account, request your alumni ID card and connect with fellow alumni.

For more information on any of these events or benefits, contact the Office of Annual Giving and Alumni Engagement at 973-655-4141 or alumni@montclair.edu.