Montclair State University Announces Updated Land Acknowledgement Statement
The update was developed in collaboration with the University’s Native American and Indigenous Studies program
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Montclair State University has announced an updated Land Acknowledgement Statement, demonstrating an active commitment to support and honor Indigenous peoples and their rich legacies.
“We are proud to announce this milestone, which reflects many months of meaningful collaboration between our Native American and Indigenous Studies team and University leadership,” says Shannon Bellum, University Senate President. “We believe the new statement is a truer reflection of our values and commitments.”
Members of the Montclair community are invited, though not required, to use the new statement as a meaningful addition to their work, events, and communications as they see fit.
“This work did not happen quickly, nor should it have,” Bellum adds. “Authentic acknowledgement and commitment to action take time, relationship, and care. We are grateful to everyone who contributed to this process and to the tribal communities who have engaged with us in good faith along the way.”