{"id":2205,"date":"2023-04-10T16:04:25","date_gmt":"2023-04-10T20:04:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/?p=2205"},"modified":"2023-04-10T16:04:25","modified_gmt":"2023-04-10T20:04:25","slug":"in-the-know-issue-62","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/2023\/04\/10\/in-the-know-issue-62\/","title":{"rendered":"In the Know &#8211; Issue 62"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"responsive-image-holder wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/Group-photo.jpg.4.1x.wide_.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/Group-photo.jpg.4.1x.wide_.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Steve McCarthy and group of students smiling for camera in New Orleans\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/newscenter\/2023\/04\/06\/university-media-projects-nominated-for-student-emmy-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\">Students Win Two \u201cStudent Emmy\u201d Awards<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>School of Communication and Media student project <em>New Orleans | Raging Storms<\/em> about climate change and racial injustice in New Orleans wins prestigious humanitarian award and best in news.<br \/>\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<figure class=\"responsive-image-holder wp-caption alignnone\"><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/newscenter\/2023\/04\/05\/students-plant-seeds-to-revive-a-native-american-language\/\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/031223_0889_Munsee_Farm-LAROSA.jpg.2.1x.wide_.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/031223_0889_Munsee_Farm-LAROSA.jpg.2.1x.wide_.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Female student paints sign.\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<h2>Helping to Revive a Native American Language<\/h2>\n<p>New minor in Native American and Indigenous Studies finds strength in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/newscenter\/2023\/04\/05\/students-plant-seeds-to-revive-a-native-american-language\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">partnerships with New Jersey tribal communities<\/a>.<br \/>\n<\/p><\/div><\/p><\/div><br \/>\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<figure class=\"responsive-image-holder wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/newscenter\/2023\/03\/22\/professor-selected-for-groundwater-research-fellowship-in-nigeria\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/102215_2925_Duke-Ophori-CSAM.jpg.2.1x.wide_.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/102215_2925_Duke-Ophori-CSAM.jpg.2.1x.wide_.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Duke Ophori\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<h2>Professor Selected for Groundwater Research Fellowship in Nigeria<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/newscenter\/2023\/03\/22\/professor-selected-for-groundwater-research-fellowship-in-nigeria\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Duke Ophori will travel to Nigeria<\/a> to develop curriculum for groundwater and contaminant transport modeling.<br \/>\n<\/p><\/div><\/p><\/div>\n<h2>In the News<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>AFT President <strong>Randi Weingarten<\/strong> highlighted our Red Hawks Rising partnership with Newark schools <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aft.org\/defense-public-education\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">in a recent address<\/a> about the current state and future of public education in the United States.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maria Rodriguez-Gregg<\/strong> (Government Relations and Community Affairs) is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.njspotlightnews.org\/2023\/04\/new-jersey-moves-to-help-children-who-witness-domestic-violence\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">quoted in this NJ Spotlight News article<\/a> about proposed legislation that would make children who witness domestic violence eligible for mental health counseling.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sandra Adams<\/strong> (Biology) is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nj.com\/healthfit\/2023\/04\/can-i-work-out-if-i-am-sick-or-have-allergies.html\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">quoted in this NJ.com article<\/a> about whether it\u2019s safe to exercise while sick or with allergies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eva Goldfarb<\/strong> (Public Health) is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edweek.org\/teaching-learning\/when-is-it-ok-for-children-to-see-images-of-human-anatomy\/2023\/03\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">quoted in this <em>Education Week<\/em> article<\/a> that discusses when children should learn about and see images of human anatomy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jason Williams<\/strong> (Justice Studies) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.njspotlightnews.org\/2023\/03\/whats-the-fulop-plan-chat-box\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">appeared on NJ Spotlight News\u2019 Chat Box with David Cruz<\/a> to talk about the state attorney general\u2019s takeover of the Paterson Police Department.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jonathan Greenberg<\/strong> (English) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insidehighered.com\/news\/2023\/04\/04\/colleges-deploy-new-strategies-revive-english-programs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">spoke with Inside Higher Ed<\/a> about new approaches English departments are taking to attract new students. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Heather Buchanan<\/strong> (Music) and the Montclair State University Chorale were lauded in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nj.com\/entertainment\/2023\/04\/guest-conductor-makes-debut-with-nj-symphony-leads-rich-spring-program-review.html\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">this NJ.com review<\/a> for their performance in the New Jersey Symphony spring concert at NJPAC.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jeremy Fox<\/strong> (Psychology) is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.njspotlightnews.org\/2023\/04\/nj-may-enlist-more-mental-health-resources-for-those-working-with-children\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">quoted in this NJ Spotlight News article<\/a> about new legislation that will give social workers, teachers and childcare providers who work with young c<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Upcoming Events<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/montclair.co1.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_02Q9wfADcGxyDuC\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">President Koppell\u2019s Spring Town Hall Meeting<\/a> will be held Wednesday, April 19, 3-4 p.m. <\/li>\n<li>April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The nonprofit organization Text Power Telling is offering a writing workshop aimed at providing a safe space for survivors of sexual trauma to practice writing as a transformative and healing process. <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScVA1UOlTd2wRGPDqnGSVE-s5vjZxNxwRlLK4mFVFjmg0xXwQ\/viewform\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Register to reserve a spot for the Faculty, Staff and Community Session<\/a>, Thursday, April 20, 5-7 p.m. Space is limited. For more information visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.textpowertelling.org\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">textpowertelling.org<\/a> or contact co-founders, Jackie Regan (<a href=\"mailto:reganj@montclair.edu\">reganj@montclair.edu<\/a>) or Jessica Restaino (<a href=\"mailto:restainoj@montclair.edu\">restainoj@montclair.edu<\/a>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Reminders<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/montclairathletics.com\/sports\/2016\/2\/9\/GEN_020916123.aspx\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Children\u2019s 2023 Swim School<\/a> begins April 10. Lessons are held at the Panzer Athletic Center Pool and taught by the Montclair swimming and diving teams. For further information about lessons offered by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, contact mclaughlinb@montclair.edu. <\/li>\n<li>The Office for Faculty Excellence and the ADP Center for Learning Technologies invite you to participate in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/faculty-excellence\/2023-annual-teaching-and-learning-showcase\/?\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Annual Teaching and Learning Showcase<\/a> highlighting the work of faculty and instructors. <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSd4oqvt-Mrg-csshxucyBaLA6uL2ZRU_n9ApZLrt2Y-AISidQ\/viewform\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Proposals<\/a> are due next Wednesday, April 12.<\/li>\n<li>Explore offerings from <a href=\"https:\/\/itdsevents.montclair.edu\/calendar\/hr?cid=15700&#038;t=g&#038;d=0000-00-00&#038;cal=15700&#038;inc=0\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Learning and Development<\/a> for a variety of leadership and professional development opportunities available this spring.<\/li>\n<li>The Division of Human Resources provides a full range of services on campus at 18 Normal Avenue. Stop by to discuss employee benefits, tuition waivers, payroll matters or retirement planning. Questions regarding the satellite office location? Contact HR at <a href=\"mailto:hr@montclair.edu\">hr@montclair.edu<\/a> or 973-655-7736.<\/li>\n<li>It\u2019s time for our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/information-technology\/security\/cybersecurity-awareness-training\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">annual cybersecurity training<\/a>. Check your emails for information and registration instructions.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/25live\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">25Live<\/a>, which enables the University to optimize the use of classrooms, meeting rooms and other spaces available on campus, will soon be used as the University calendar on montclair.edu. Make sure your events get listed! Learn how by <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfKHGnfDcXZHeDXZdXGyLG1cqd5OucBX8CvL22Ai9KGSSKukg\/viewform\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">registering for online or in-person training<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>You now have access to print and download your <a href=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/workday\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">2022 W-2 form in Workday<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/human-resources\/current-employees\/employee-assistance-program\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Employee Assistance Program<\/a> provides free, confidential support services for University employees and their families \u2013 including locating resources for substance abuse, mental health and self-help. For more information, see the attached <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/human-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/181\/2020\/06\/concern-brochure.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">CONCERN brochure<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Worried about a student\u2019s well-being? Please refer them to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/counseling-and-psychological-services\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 988, the new nationwide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fcc.gov\/988-suicide-and-crisis-lifeline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline<\/a> for free, confidential support, 24\/7.<\/li>\n<li>You can find the latest campus COVID-19 data, including case numbers, on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/redhawk-restart\/covid-19-dashboard\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">COVID-19 Dashboard<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Kudos<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>To <strong>Senta German<\/strong> (Classics and General Humanities) for participating in a three-day <a href=\"https:\/\/islander.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk\/research\/conference\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Joint Interdisciplinary international conference<\/a> on Island Identities at Cambridge, Oxford and the Cyprus High Commission in London.<\/li>\n<li>To <strong>Lucy Candal-Fernandez<\/strong> (Financial Aid) who was mentioned by NASFAA for her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasfaa.org\/news-item\/30198\/NASFAA_Members_Advocate_for_Pell_Grant_Investments_Concerns_with_FAFSA_Simplification_Implementation_on_Capitol_Hill\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">financial aid advocacy work<\/a> on Capitol Hill.<\/li>\n<li>To <strong>Darius Edwards<\/strong> (Office for Social Justice and Diversity) for winning the Dr. Sheltrese D. McCoy Advocacy Award from the Coalition for Sexuality and Gender Identities (CSGI) of ACPA: College Student Educators International. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Social Media Post of Note<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@montclairstateu\/video\/7216425222432427307?_r=1&#038;_t=8bGvGFYjtSo\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-06_social-media-post-of-note.jpg.4.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Episode 4: Do you know what your child is going to be studying? #college #collegemajors #collegestudents #montclairstateuniversity\" width=\"600\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-06_social-media-post-of-note.jpg.4.1x.generic.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-06_social-media-post-of-note.jpg.4.1x.generic-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-06_social-media-post-of-note.jpg.4.1x.generic-684x1024.jpg 684w, https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-06_social-media-post-of-note.jpg.4.1x.generic-768x1150.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-06_social-media-post-of-note.jpg.4.1x.generic-21x32.jpg 21w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Have an item you\u2019d like included in Kudos or Reminders? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/in-the-know-request\/\">Use this form to tell us about it<\/a>. Read more about our people and programs in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/newscenter\/university-news\/\">University News Center<\/a> and in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/category\/in-the-know\/\">back issues of <em>In the Know<\/em><\/a>. And find out what\u2019s happening on campus in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/calendar\/\">Events Calendar<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Students Win Two \u201cStudent Emmy\u201d Awards School of Communication and Media student project New Orleans | Raging Storms about climate change and racial injustice in New Orleans wins prestigious humanitarian award and best in news. 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