In The Know – Issue 158
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University Galleries Presents Novel “The Age of Black Metal” by Afrotectopia”
Experience the visionary exhibition exploring Black futurism, speculative technology and the future of space travel through Black culture September 9 through December 14.
Success Stories of Montclair’s Top Teacher Education Graduates
Montclair Alumni Andrew Bishop, Jayda Dizon and Michelle Guerra were awarded the honor of most outstanding prospective teachers for the yearly New Jersey Distinguished Clinical Intern & Cooperating Teacher Awards.
Updates
Employee Newsletter Update: New Name, Same Purpose
The In the Know: Weekly Events Digest has a new name — it is now called Before You Go. This newsletter will continue to serve as a planning guide to campus events and activities that faculty and staff may want to participate in.
- Employee Newsletter Schedule
- In The Know (general newsletter) is sent each Friday at 8:30 a.m.
- Before You Go (events newsletter) is sent each Monday at 8:30 a.m.
- Schedules may shift for University holidays and during the summer.
- Submission Guidelines
- Submissions for both newsletters are due by Wednesday to be considered for inclusion in that week’s edition.
- To maximize awareness, we recommend promoting events at least 2-3 weeks in advance.
If you have any questions, contact Brittany John at johnbr@montclair.edu.
Apply to Join The PROPEL Project
As part of Montclair’s unwavering commitment to managerial professional growth and development, we are excited to announce that applications are open for The PROPEL Project – which stands for Professional Resources, Opportunities, Progress, and Engaged Leadership. The PROPEL Project focuses on funding active participation in professional conferences, complemented by coaching support to help employees maximize their conference experiences for career and professional growth. For more information or to apply, please visit The PROPEL Project website.
Refer a Student to RADical Health
RADical Health x Montclair is a dynamic 4-week program designed to support students’ well-being, foster peer connections, and build valuable skills for health and resilience. Your referral can make a positive difference in a student’s experience, helping them thrive both personally and academically. Visit the website to learn more.
Yogi’s Big Catch Challenge – Calling all faculty, staff, family and friends!
Come be a part of history on Sunday, September 21 at YOGI’S BIG CATCH CHALLENGE, an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORD’s attempt for the Largest Game of Catch ever…right here on campus! We need at least 973 pairs — 1,946 players — to play catch simultaneously for five minutes to break the record, but we’re hoping for many more! Register today to secure your spot. Baseball gloves will be supplied for participants.
The event will include:
- Exclusive Yogi’s Big Catch T-shirts
- Topps baseball cards and Rawlings commemorative baseballs
- FREE museum tours and a rare chance to take a photo with Yogi’s actual Hall of Fame plaque—here for ONE day only from the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, NY!
- Food trucks, a DJ, photo booth and so much more!
Reminders
Bloomfield Campus Shuttle Service
During the Fall and Spring semesters, Bloomfield shuttle service operates Monday through Friday, between 225 Liberty Street in Bloomfield,NJ, University Hall and the Red Hawk Deck on the Montclair campus.
Shuttle Times are as follows:
- 7–9 a.m.: every 30 minutes (week days only)
- 9 a.m.–3 p.m.: every hour
- 3–7 p.m.: every 30 minutes
- 7–11 p.m.: every hour
To view the complete shuttle schedule,with all times listed, visit the Off-Campus Shuttle Service webpage. Download the TripShot app for shuttle information. Track live vehicle locations, see stop ETAs and review service alerts before you travel.
Homecoming Street Fair
Secure your spot for your department or organization at the Homecoming Street Fair! The street fair will take place from 12-4 p.m. on Chapin Drive and participants must stay for the duration of the event. The last day to register for a table is Monday, September 8.
Undergraduate Open House
- Montclair Campus
- Fall Open House will take place on Sunday, October 12 and Sunday, November 9. Registration for attendees is now open. Campus partners looking to support can contact Julissa Duran at duranj@montclair.edu or Fred Stolarski stolarskifr@montclair.edu.
- Bloomfield Campus
- Fall Open House will take place on Saturday, November 15. Registration for attendees is now open. Campus partners looking to support can contact Nicole Cibelli at cibellin@montclair.edu or Mark Ruff, ruffm@montclair.edu with any questions.
University Social Media Engagement and Support Poll
University Communications and Marketing is collecting feedback to better understand social media engagement and support across the University. This survey is for individuals who oversee or create content for any social media accounts on both Montclair and Bloomfield campuses. Your input will help shape future resources, meetings and strategic planning. The survey should take about five minutes.
Open Call for Submissions
A Day in the Life
University Communications and Marketing is always looking for stories to share about our students, faculty and staff. We are interested in showcasing members of our University community who are living the mission — whether in the classroom, through research, internships, jobs, hobbies or unique personal experiences. If you or someone you know has a compelling story to share, please complete the A Day in the Life submission form. Faculty and staff may also submit on behalf of students who express interest.
Share Your Story or Nominate a Fellow Red Hawk
Everyone has a story, and Student Communications wants to share yours! Red Hawks of Montclair State U highlights the incredible students, staff, faculty and alumni who make our community special—just like Humans of New York, but right here at Montclair. Interested in being featured? Fill out the form and schedule a photoshoot with our student photographers. If you would like examples of our photoshoots, view our photo gallery. You can also nominate someone whose story deserves to be shared.
In The News
(Articles may require a subscription to view)
- Harry Franqui-Rivera (Bloomfield College of Montclair State University) was on Noticias Univision 24/7 discussing the implications of President Trump’s directive to revise content and narratives in the national museums.
- Stephanie Silvera (Public Health) voiced her expertise in this NJ.com article about Legionnaires’ disease. Silvera is also quoted in this NJ Spotlight News article about new federal guidance on the COVID-19 vaccine.
- Daniel Jean (EOF and Academic Success, Academic Affairs) appeared on an episode of Iowa Public Radio podcast “Talk of the Town” to discuss how gender impacts success in education.
- Gabriel Rubin (Justice Studies) is quoted in this Cleveland.com article about how Gen Z college students in Ohio are navigating Trump’s second term.
- Montclair move-in week was covered by NorthJersey.com in a recent photo gallery.
- Jason Williams (Justice Studies) is quoted in this NJ Spotlight News article about body-cam recordings that showed a fatal New Brunswick police shooting.
Kudos
- To Rachel Garver (Educational Leadership), whose co-authored report on how New Jersey education preparation programs have responded to changes in state policy regarding teacher assessment. The project was funded by a grant from the New Jersey State Policy Lab at Rutgers University.
- To Klara Naszkowska (Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies), who earned a Gerald Westheimer Career Development Fellowship from the Leo Baeck Institute.
- To Fatma Mili (Humanities and Social Sciences), whose article, “Our AI Crisis isn’t Technical. It’s Human”, was published in Educational Technology Insight magazine.
- To WMSC Radio for earning recognition as a seventh-time Marconi Award finalist for “College Station of the Year” from the National Association of Broadcasters. The station also received six nominations from College Broadcasters Inc. for their national awards competition. WMSC earned nominations in Best Hard News Reporting, Best Sports Reporting, Best Student Media Website, Best Feature News Reporting (video), and Best Hard News Reporting (video). The station is also up for CBI’s top prize – “Radio Station of the Year.”
Social Media Post of Note
It’s giving… back to school ✨ #RedHawkPride
Photo of the Week
Montclair Staff volunteering with Habitat for Humanity in Paterson – University Photographer: Mike Peters
Quick Links
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