In The Know – Issue 154
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The School of Communication and Media is now the College of Communication and Media
By transitioning from a School to a College, CCOM will have increased visibility, more opportunity for students and leadership along with development opportunities for faculty and staff
University Receives $5 Million Gift to Transform Honors Program
Philanthropist John Martinson’s investment will expand creativity, leadership and experiential learning opportunities – establishing Montclair as a leader in honors education.
Montclair and Nexus Licensing Group Announce Strategic Partnership
The exclusive partnership agreement names Nexus as the University’s licensing agency of record and will help Montclair expand its brand reach and revenue potential through traditional retail and eCommerce channels.
Updates
Board of Trustees Meeting
The Board of Trustees will hold a meeting on Tuesday, July 15 at 10:30 a.m. The meeting will be conducted on Montclair campus, University Hall Conference Center, 7th Floor and virtually via Zoom.
Temporary Road Closure to Lot 24
Due to electrical work at the Montclair Ice Arena, the upper access road to Lot 24 from Yogi Berra Drive will be closed to allow for underground trenching for the new electrical feeders. The upper lot entrance will be closed from Monday, July 14 through Friday, July 18.
New Director of Financial Aid Joins Montclair
Tarik Boyd has been named Director of Financial Aid in the Enrollment Management Division. With over 17 years of experience in student financial aid, Tarik brings a strong background in enrollment management, compliance, technology, and improving student access. His previous roles include positions at the U.S. Department of Education, Chattahoochee Technical College, Morehouse College, and Norfolk State University. He holds degrees from Bryant & Stratton College, ECPI University, and Southern New Hampshire University.
You Asked, We Served: Summer Dining Details Are Here!
Summer break doesn’t mean going hungry. Check out our seasonal hours to stay fueled and refreshed. Check out What’s Open and find out what’s open on campus right now and during the summer! Current hours of operation for dining on campus below.
- Panera Bread: Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Montclair campus, Cole Hall
- Java Love & C-Store: Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m-2 p.m., Montclair campus, Student Center
- Social Grill: Monday – Thursday, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Montclair campus, Student Center
- Starbucks: Monday – Thursday, 2-7 p.m., Montclair campus, Sprague Library
Reminders
Fall Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Deadline
The fall tuition waiver and reimbursement deadline is Friday, August 1. Applications must be submitted to the Division of Human Resources via Workday. Visit the tuition waivers webpage for instructions. Contact hr@montclair.edu with any questions.
Group X Fitness Classes at the Student Recreation Center
Group X fitness classes have returned to the Student Recreation Center! Join us Monday through Thursday for energizing in-person Cycling and HIIT classes, or unwind with our 30-minute virtual Yoga sessions from the comfort of home. All employees of Montclair State University and Bloomfield College can access the Student Recreation Center for free through July 31, including full access to our Group X fitness classes.
Student Appreciation Week 2025
Register to participate in Montclair’s 4th Annual Student Appreciation Week! From October 6-10, Montclair and Bloomfields campuses will come alive with events and activities celebrating our amazing students. Last year included 87 events with more than 5,500 participants. See last year’s Engage news article for inspiration. Contact Tara Morlando Zurlo, morlandot@montclair.edu for more information.
In The News
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- Red Hawks Rising: Dual Enrollment Program was highlighted in this New York Post article about a high school graduate who received a contract with Newark Schools. NJ.com also covered the story.
- Tarika Daftary-Kapur (Justice Studies) was featured in this New Orleans Public Radio article discussing challenges people face after being released from prison as juvenile lifers.
- Jason Williams (Justice Studies) was cited in this NJ.com article about how reduced support for community violence intervention programs could have long-term impacts on public safety.
- Yasemin Besen-Cassino (Chairperson, College of Humanities and Social Science) was featured in this Newsweek article about how workplace culture influences whether employees feel comfortable using time off, regardless of company policy.
- Cortni Borgerson (Anthropology) appeared on this NPR segment to discuss how cicadas can be safely foraged and prepared as a sustainable food source.
- Eva Goldfarb (Public Health) was cited in this Education Week article about how changes to federal guidelines might impact school health education programs.
Kudos
- Román Liera (Educational Leadership), for publishing an article on the challenges of learning about equity-mindedness and implementing equity-mindedness for white math community college faculty members. The manuscript was published in the Community College Journal of Research and Practice.
- Crystal Murillo (Health Careers Program), for her presentation “Technology Showcase: Year in Review from the EACE” highlighting EACE members’ technological advances in Career Services work, at the Eastern Association for Colleges and Employers (EACE) Annual Conference.
Social Media Post of Note
Repping the Red (Hawk), White & Blue all weekend long! #FourthofJuly
Photo of the Week
Summer on Campus – University Photographer: Mike Peters
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