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Cookie Howard sits at a table in a hallway in Susan A. Cole Hall.

The Single Mom of Mr. Cory’s Cookies Fame Overcomes Adversity and Rises to the Graduation Stage

Defying many odds, Cookie Howard conquers it all – and leaves a legacy of advocacy for adult learners and a tribe of supporters at Montclair State University

Allison Abrom stands in a food hall at Montclair.

From Grit to Graduation: One Student’s Self-Funded Journey at Montclair State University

Working her way through college – without loans or aid – this Winter Commencement 2026 graduate exemplifies fortitude, drive and Montclair pride

Kaori Sakae stands, arms crossed, in front of food-filled shelves at Red Hawk Pantry.

Montclair Offers Food-Insecure Students Support and Resources through Red Hawk Pantry, Other Services

Many college students nationwide are experiencing food insecurity; Montclair is responding with expanded pantry services, fresh food access and student-centered offerings

8-year-old Colette Fougere says ‘r’ into a microphone while Alexis Gallagher looks on.

Groundbreaking Speech Therapy Research Helps Child Master the ‘r’ Sound in Weeks

Innovative visual biofeedback technology, developed by a Montclair State University speech-language pathology professor, is helping children with speech sound disorders and training future SLPs

Montclair State University and Essex County Health members celebrate a new partnership.

University Announces Partnership with Essex County

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Montclair State University Course Meets Growing Demand for Trauma and Resilience Training

Developed in partnership with New Jersey’s Office of Resilience, From Trauma to Healing transforms how professionals support youth, families and communities through healing-centered approaches

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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This Is What Graduating Looks Like: Samantha Eloy’s Joy-Filled Moment Captures the Spirit of Commencement

Upon earning her Master of Public Health degree, Samantha Eloy experienced a defining moment of pure joy – captured in one unforgettable image

Nicole Genser and Grace Gleba hold their hands to their ears.

Two Montclair State University Students Turn Their Own Hearing Loss into Audiology Careers

Graduate Spotlight: Preschool and now graduate doctoral classmates Grace Gleba and Nicole Genser advocate for people who are deaf or hard of hearing

Connor Godek harvests Black Pearl Oyster mushrooms from a growing block.

Montclair Life: Class of 2025 Graduate Connor Godek Grows a Sustainable Future

In this photo essay, the Montclair State University senior harvests gourmet mushrooms, studies food systems and raises a glass to graduation

Katie Cicero sits at a desk doing homework.

Montclair Life: A Day with a Food and Nutrition Science Major

Meet Montclair State University sophomore Katrina “Katie” Cicero

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2025 College Rankings: Montclair’s Graduate Programs Ranked Among Nation’s Best