Montclair State University is rising. With Emmy-winning students, groundbreaking faculty research and alumni shaping the future, we’re proving that a top-tier education is right here in New Jersey.
Physics Professor Marc Favata, an expert in gravitational waves, was part of LIGO’s historic discovery — giving students a front-row seat to the universe’s biggest mysteries.
Biology Professor Meiyin Wu, an aquatic ecologist, leads efforts to protect New Jersey’s freshwater lakes. Cutting-edge research monitors water quality and develops solutions to safeguard drinking water, recreation and ecosystems.
Theater and dance alumnus Josh Dela Cruz transformed his passion from Montclair’s stages to Broadway—then into millions of homes as the beloved host of Blue’s Clues & You!
Alumna Tiffany Aliche, founder of The Budgetnista, helps millions master finances. Her Live Richer Academy, launched at Montclair, teaches students to budget, save, and invest.
Red Hawk alumnus Harold Abraham, Superintendent of Lebanon Township Schools, applies Montclair’s lessons to inspire change with passion and purpose.
Biology Professor Paul Bologna, Director of the Marine Biology and Coastal Sciences Program, is leading vital research on invasive jellyfish species that threaten New Jersey’s shores. His studies focus on identifying their habitats and triggers to better understand their impact and to help protect swimmers and the coastal economy. His work is especially important as jellyfish populations are increasing, which could potentially disrupt local fisheries.