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News and Announcements

Category: Student News

Joziah Lopez organizes textbooks for class sections of Montclair’s Honors Program as part of his role as senior team lead at University College’s front desk. (Photo by University Photographer Mike Peters)

Campus Jobs at Montclair: Preparing Students for Life After Graduation

Real skills, real impact – Montclair’s WORK Initiative prepares student employees for what comes next

Oscaterin Bautista stands outdoors on the Montclair State University campus wearing a red long-sleeve shirt and black pants, carrying a shoulder bag. A large academic building visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

Montclair Life: Championing Families, Chasing Dreams

Family advocate Oscaterin Bautista balances a double major, career and family at Montclair State University

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Applying to law school? Attend NJ Law Admissions Day on October 15!

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Internship Spotlight: Leila Simeon, Governor Phil Murphy’s Office

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Internship Spotlight: Alexandra Counter, Center for Heritage and Archaeological Studies

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Internship Spotlight: Samantha Segura, Attorney General’s Office

a group of interns and volunteers for Freshta Taeb's assembly campaign

Internship Spotlight: Toni Dornhard, Freshta Taeb’s Campaign

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Putting Care Into Practice

Graduate Spotlight: Guided by a passion for mental health equity and strengthened by hands-on experience at Montclair, Romal Bhullar is ready to make a lasting impact as a future psychologist.

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From Coast Guard to Commencement: A Commitment to Service Continues

Graduate Spotlight: A Political Science major, veteran, father, and mentor, Eric Brosnihan reflects on his time at Montclair State and looks ahead to public service.

Omayma Jabara Standing in front of research poster at student research symposium

Leading with Purpose

Graduate Spotlight: From quiet beginnings to campus leadership, Omayma Jabara embraced every opportunity—finding her purpose through language, advocacy, and saying “yes.”

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A Path of Perseverance and Public Service

Graduate Spotlight: After five years of academic excellence, research, mentorship, and growth, this Law and Governance graduate is ready to take on the world—and hopes to inspire others along the way.

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Finding Her Voice in Yarn, Words, and Community

Graduate Spotlight: English major Faith Monesteri spun a quiet start at Montclair into a campus legacy of creativity, connection, and leadership.