From examining mental health interventions to exploring language, justice and activism, students from across the College of Humanities and Social Sciences brought their research to life at Montclair State University\u2019s annual Student Research Symposium.<\/p>\n
This year, the college saw one of its strongest turnouts yet, with 129 student poster presentations accepted, highlighting the depth and diversity of undergraduate and graduate research across disciplines.<\/p>\n
For many students, especially undergraduates, the symposium represents a first opportunity to present original research in a professional, conference-style setting. Participants engage directly with faculty, peers and visitors, gaining valuable experience in communicating complex ideas, answering questions and refining their work.<\/p>\n
Across disciplines, CHSS students tackled timely and complex issues. In psychology, projects examined mental health, workplace equity and emerging technologies, including how college students perceive AI-driven wellness tools and how flexible work environments shape women\u2019s experiences in STEM fields.<\/p>\n
Other research explored systems of justice, memory and language. Students in political science, law and justice studies considered how trauma and systemic harm shape legal experiences, while humanities research explored topics like youth activism, LGBTQ+ advocacy and the evolving role of poetry in global protest movements.<\/p>\n
The symposium also brought students to campus from across the country, underscoring its role as a meaningful academic milestone and an opportunity to engage with the university community in person.<\/p>\n
Beyond presenting, students gain confidence and clarity about their academic and professional paths. Preparing a poster, articulating research findings and responding to feedback are key steps in developing skills that extend far beyond the classroom.<\/p>\n
The annual symposium continues to be a cornerstone of Montclair\u2019s commitment to student research, offering a platform where ideas are tested, voices are heard and emerging scholars take their next steps.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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