Alumni Relations Landing Page

With more than 150,000 alumni in all 50 states and more than 73 countries worldwide, the Montclair State alumni network is a powerful global community. Be a part of this thriving network of fellow Red Hawks — learn more about your benefits, find events to attend, join affinity groups, and stay up to date on news, opportunities and resources. Tap into your alumni network today!

Alumni News

ONE DAY for Montclair – Join us on April 23, 2026ONE DAY for Montclair is a day when the entire Montclair State University community comes together for a day of action and celebration.Tuesday March 31, 2026
Trailblazers Honored for Impact and InspirationTommy Foster ’23, Associate Producer at Good Morning America, was honored with a Trailblazer Award at the Male Enrollment and Graduation Alliance (MEGA) Symposium, recognizing his rising impact in national broadcast journalism.Tuesday March 31, 2026
A Fast Track to SuccessChloe Swift ’22 wasted no time launching her career in television production. Only 19 when she completed her Montclair degree, she has already achieved a dream job in her field: senior producer of One-on-One with Steve Adubato. Tuesday March 31, 2026
Class of 1976 Gears Up for a Golden Anniversary CelebrationA Milestone 50 Years in the Making. The Class of 1976 will return to campus on May 12–13, 2026, for an unforgettable Golden Anniversary celebration—filled with joy, connection, reflection and the rekindling of lifelong friendships.Tuesday March 31, 2026

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Alumni Events

Wed, Apr 8: Montclair 250: President’s Lecture Series

Wed, Apr 15: Campus History Tour

Thu, Apr 16: Celebrate Montclair: A Spring Gala

Fri, Apr 17: Third Annual Alumni and Friends Football Night

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IMPACT Montclair State University

Check out our crowdfunding initiative, IMPACT Montclair State University. These campaigns support academic programs, athletics, student services such as Rocky’s Closet, The Red Hawk Pantry, Emergency Book Fund and more.

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Get Involved

The Office of Alumni Engagement is pleased to provide many ways for you to expand your network, learn new skills or give back to our Montclair community. Check out the many affinity groups and volunteer opportunities available.

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Class Reunions

Get ready for your 50th Reunion, Class of 1976! See how you can get involved. Join us on May 12 – 13 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of your graduation. Reconnect and reminisce with former classmates, process in the Commencement ceremony and rediscover campus.

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Students in caps and gowns at graduation

MONTCLAIRconnect

MONTCLAIRconnect is the exclusive online community of Montclair State alumni. Tap into your global alumni network! Visit the portal and download the app. Join a group, look for resources, create your @alumni email account, start a discussion and much more. More resources coming soon!

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Spotlight
Gian Paul Gonzalez ’07

Gian Paul Gonzalez ’07 doesn’t dwell on limitations, he focuses on possibility. An educator rooted in his hometown of Union City, New Jersey, Gonzalez works with high school students locally and across the state, while also serving as an adjunct professor for graduate students pursuing master’s degrees in education. Beyond the classroom, he has built a successful career as a motivational speaker and founded a community-based youth initiative. Gonzalez has also represented Montclair State University on the Amazon Prime Video exclusive series The College Tour. With a schedule as full as his, he’s determined to make every minute count.

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