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At Montclair State University, the combined BS/MS in Marine Biology and Coastal Sciences helped Kelly Witters turn a third-grade horseshoe crab project into hands-on research for coastal conservation

Internships, research and campus leadership at Montclair State University are helping Jose Carlos Aguilar launch a career in government and child protection reform

At Montclair State University, transfer student Abigail Rodriguez’s journey from community college to campus inspired her passion for advancing educational policy

Nicole Yator arrived at Bloomfield unsure of herself — but through mentorship, community, and involvement, she grew into a confident leader dedicated to uplifting others.

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

Lisha Brito didn’t plan on going to college – but what she found on Bloomfield’s campus helped her grow into a confident, purpose-driven leader with big dreams for the future.

Psychology major Brianna Correa balanced full-time online study, frontline emergency medical work and National Guard service using military education benefits to earn her degree

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

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

MBA students Katarina Rodriguez and Nova Pierre Louis are curating TEDx Montclair: The Domino Effect, a community event spotlighting diverse voices and bold ideas

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

Montclair State University’s Commencement featured a record-breaking number of Rocky and Roxy reveals, as nine students show their school pride