University Authors Recognition Program 2026
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Montclair State University will host its annual University Authors Recognition Program on Thursday, April 16, 2026, celebrating faculty and staff who have published books or produced creative works over the past year. The event will take place from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in the Sprague Library First Floor Reading Room.
The program highlights the breadth of scholarly and creative achievement across the university, with featured publications also available through the Montclair State University Digital Commons.
New this year, the event will include “Lightning Talks,” offering brief presentations from invited colleagues who will share insights into their recent work and creative processes. In addition, live music performed by students will provide an engaging backdrop to the afternoon.
Desserts and coffee will be served.
The College of the Arts and associated community will be represented by a selection of faculty and staff whose recent publications and creative works exemplify the innovation and impact of the university’s arts community. Feature faculty are listed below, and listed within Digital Commons.
- Marissa Rothkopf Bates
- Camen Cicero
- Julian Costa
- Corey Ann Haydu
- Aaron Helgeson
- Bryan Powell
- Marissa Silverman
- Nasim Niknafs
- Jaime Parker Stickle
- Suzanne M. Trauth
- Michael Viega
- Andeline dos Santos
- Barbara L. Wheeler
- Anne Apert
- Maxine Steinman