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Nancy Bergman Pantirer’s Metaphorically, 2024, a mixed media collage and acrylic on canvas.

An Exhibition Celebrating Notable Montclair Alumni Artists and Their Creative Impact

Montclair State University Galleries Presents “Carpe Diem: Select Alumni in the Visual Arts” – a cross-generational exhibition on view February 3 – May 3, 2026

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2026 College Rankings: U.S. News & World Report Ranks Montclair Among Best Online Programs

Educational Leadership rises to No. 5 in the nation, Montclair also earns first-ever Best Online Bachelor’s ranking

Two sorority members stand before a Martin Luther King Jr.’s Day of Service screen.

Montclair State University Students Answer MLK Jr.’s Powerful Call to Service Across New Jersey

More than 300 student leaders honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy through hands-on volunteering – building leadership skills, strengthening communities and living Montclair’s mission of civic engagement year-round

Student volunteer in pantry holding a loaf of bread

Montclair Earns Carnegie Community Engagement Classification

University’s commitment to serving the public good receives national recognition

A doctoral graduate in a red gown and black doctoral cap smiles and raises a phone to capture the moment as red and white confetti rains down inside Prudential Center.

Montclair State University Honors Graduates at 2026 Winter Commencement

Ceremony celebrates diversity, resilience and education’s power to change lives

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

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University Names Fatma Mili Interim Provost

Current CHSS Dean tapped to lead academics at Montclair

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

Olga Mikutina, Austria’s national figure skating champion, skates her short program during a training session at the Montclair State University Ice Arena.​

How an Olympic Figure Skater Spends Her Days at Montclair State University​

At Montclair, Austrian national champion Olga Mikutina fits training for the Winter Olympics 2026 into a full schedule of classes, work shifts and campus life

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

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LISC New Jersey to Lead Paterson One Square Mile Housing Plan

Community development group named backbone agency to implement ‘Housing in Paterson One Square Mile’ plan