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New Jersey Senate Majority Leader M. Teresa Ruiz to Receive Honorary Degree from Montclair State University

Trailblazer and advocate for state’s families and students will give Commencement address at Montclair’s Winter Commencement on January 13

Lataiva Balmer, a psychology major and member of the first graduating class of Bloomfield College of Montclair State University, is shown in the college library wearing her cap and gown on the Bloomfield campus. She holds a decorated graduation cap.

Bloomfield Graduate Advocates for Mental Health Awareness

A tight-knit community and opportunities at Bloomfield College shaped one graduate’s journey in mental health advocacy

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How Loss and War Shaped a Montclair State University Student’s Research and Passion for Counseling

A Mother’s Promise Fulfilled: Sailume Walo-Roberts earns doctorate, honors daughter’s legacy

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Montclair State University Launches New Center for Latino Heritage and Spanish Language Excellence (CLaSE)

First-of-its-kind initiative is an academic and cultural hub for Latino students, Spanish-speaking communities and Latin American Indigenous groups

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Montclair State University Opens Doors for High School Students to Earn College Credits

From the One Square Mile Early College Program to dual enrollment and STEM initiatives, Montclair is creating pathways for high school students to get a head start on higher education

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Montclair Receives Department of Justice Grant to Expand Sexual Violence Education

University is one of only 19 institutions to receive the federal funding to help strengthen culturally specific programming

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10 Reasons It Was a Year to Love at Montclair State University

Celebrating the biggest moments, achievements and milestones in 2024

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Montclair State University to Launch Realigned Athletics and Recreation Program in 2025

Innovative new model will increase access for students to athletics at all levels

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Raising Loving Siblings: Expert Parenting Tips to Stop Fighting and Build Lifelong Bonds

Discover how Montclair State University’s Jon Caspi empowers parents to foster positive sibling relationships in his new book, “Raising Loving Siblings: How to Stop the Fighting and Help Your Kids Connect”

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Why Are Classic Christmas Songs Still Popular as Ever?

Music experts at Montclair State University reveal what makes a timeless holiday hit

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Mellon Foundation Awards Montclair $1M to Expand Native American and Indigenous Studies Program

Grant will fund creation of the New Jersey Center for Indigenous Justice and support growth of Native American and Indigenous Studies

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Fighting Fat Discrimination in Higher Education

How a Montclair State University student’s research is driving change on campus