{"id":2246,"date":"2023-04-28T12:04:42","date_gmt":"2023-04-28T16:04:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/?p=2246"},"modified":"2023-04-28T12:04:42","modified_gmt":"2023-04-28T16:04:42","slug":"in-the-know-issue-65","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/2023\/04\/28\/in-the-know-issue-65\/","title":{"rendered":"In the Know &#8211; Issue 65"},"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\/2023-04-25_dining-services-01.jpg.4.1x.wide_.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-25_dining-services-01.jpg.4.1x.wide_.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Two students smile as they hold plates of food at an outdoor event.\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2><a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/newscenter\/2023\/04\/25\/students-get-a-taste-of-new-dining-options\/\" target=\"_blank\">Campus Gets a Taste of New Dining Options<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>New dining plans, more food choices and exciting experiences are in store as the University welcomes Gourmet Dining as its new food service provider.<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\/19\/record-number-of-students-accepted-to-montclair-state-university\/\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/041623_0669_ASD_LAROSA-opt.jpg.2.1x.wide_.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/041623_0669_ASD_LAROSA-opt.jpg.2.1x.wide_.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Seven people pose for a selfie in front of the hawk statue on campus.\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<h2>Record Number of Students Accepted<\/h2>\n<p>Hundreds of faculty, staff and student ambassadors welcomed some 8,040 visitors to campus for two <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/newscenter\/2023\/04\/19\/record-number-of-students-accepted-to-montclair-state-university\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Accepted Student Days<\/a> this spring.<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\/04\/27\/montclair-state-university-partners-with-montclair-literary-festival\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/Montclair-Literary-Festival.jpg.2.1x.wide_.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/Montclair-Literary-Festival.jpg.2.1x.wide_.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Five people pose for a photo near a podium and Montclair Literary Festival sign.\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<h2>University Partners with Montclair Literary Festival<\/h2>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/newscenter\/2023\/04\/27\/montclair-state-university-partners-with-montclair-literary-festival\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">7th Annual Festival<\/a> will bring several events to campus, including conversations with New York Times bestselling authors Joyce Maynard and Deb Perleman.<\/p><\/div><\/p><\/div>\n<h2>In the News<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Manveer Mann<\/strong> (Marketing) is quoted in <a href=\"https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/bud-light-transgender-dylan-mulvaney-nike-2fe1425ba09a3f0e271fda0ae4b67434\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">this <em>Associated Press<\/em> story<\/a> on inclusive marketing\u2019s staying power.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ken Sumner<\/strong> (Psychology) discussed why people use comparisons to make decisions in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonpost.com\/sports\/2023\/04\/21\/nfl-draft-quarterback-comps\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">this <em>Washington Post<\/em> story<\/a> on the NFL Draft. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Mark Effron<\/strong> (NewsLab Coordinator) <a href=\"https:\/\/newjersey.news12.com\/fox-news-parts-ways-with-carlson-lemon-fired-from-cnn-what-happens-next\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">spoke with <em>News 12 New Jersey<\/em><\/a> about what the departures of cable news hosts Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon will mean moving forward.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jordanna Maziarz<\/strong> (Undergraduate Admissions) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.diverseeducation.com\/recruitment-retention\/article\/15383505\/as-decision-day-looms-colleges-try-to-boost-minority-enrollment\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">spoke with <em>Diverse: Issues in Higher Education<\/em><\/a> about how institutions are recruiting students of color. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Josh Lupinek<\/strong> (Hospitality and Tourism) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.njspotlightnews.org\/2023\/04\/nj-devils-playoffs-brings-economic-boost-to-newark-region\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">spoke with <em>NJ Spotlight News<\/em><\/a> about the economic impact Newark can expect with the New Jersey Devils participating in the NHL playoffs. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Upcoming Events<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/attendee.gotowebinar.com\/register\/1558697800740712283\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Take Charge of Your Change<\/a>, an in-person and virtual lecture for employees, will be held Friday, April 28, 11 a.m. \u2013 noon. Health and wellness coach <strong>Laurie Reynolds<\/strong> will provide tools for creating lasting lifestyle changes. The event will take place in the Student Center room 411. Registration is required if attending virtually. <\/li>\n<li>Join the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/provost\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Office of the Provost<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/hispanic-initiatives\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Office of Hispanic Initiatives<\/a> for a presentation by Gina Ann Garcia, professor at the University of Pittsburgh, as she discusses her research on how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/calendar\/view-event.php?id=123685&#038;\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hispanic-Serving Institutions<\/a> serve minority populations, students, faculty and staff and how race and racism shape these groups in higher education. Wednesday, May 3, 1 \u2013 2:15 p.m. at the School of Communication and Media Presentation Hall. <\/li>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/calendar\/view-event.php?id=124067\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Employee Health and Safety Fair<\/a> will take place Wednesday, May 10, 10 a.m. \u2013 2 p.m. in the Student Center Ballrooms. Professional staff and experts from both Atlantic Health and the University will be on-site to meet with participants and discuss improving safety and staying healthy. Health screenings, giveaways, and light refreshments will be available. For more information, contact <strong>Irene Quinones<\/strong>, <a href=\"mailto:quinonesi@montclair.edu\">quinonesi@montclair.edu<\/a> <\/li>\n<li>Employees are invited to enjoy prime field-level seats at Yankee Stadium for the game between the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mlb.com\/yankees\/tickets\/events?fevoUri=yankees-vs-rays-ipxfyhw-e7af867%2F#satchel-paige\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">New York Yankees and Tampa Bay Rays<\/a> on Thursday, May 11. A portion of every ticket sold will benefit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/newscenter\/2022\/12\/05\/university-announces-5-million-gift-to-partner-in-paterson-revitalization-efforts\/?\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Charles J. Muth Museum of Hinchliffe Stadium<\/a>. Each special event ticket includes a bobblehead of legendary pitcher Satchel Paige.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Reminders<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Tonight is Faculty\/Staff Family Swim Night at the Student Recreation Center. All faculty and staff are invited to bring up to 4 guests, age 5 and up, for free, 4 &#8211; 7 p.m. Register at 4 p.m. Admittance is limited to the first 50 people. Don\u2019t forget your University ID!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/social-justice-diversity\/rockys-closet\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Rocky\u2019s Closet<\/a> is accepting donations of Montclair caps and gowns to help students celebrate their accomplishments at Commencement. For more information please contact, <a href=\"mailto:rockyscloset@montclair.edu\">rockyscloset@montclair.edu<\/a> or <a href=\"mailto:escobark@montclair.edu\">escobark@montclair.edu<\/a>. <\/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 <a href=\"tel:973-655-7736\">973-655-7736<\/a>.<\/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>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>Stephanie Silvera<\/strong> (Public Health) for receiving the New Jersey Public Health Association\u2019s President\u2019s Award for her outstanding contributions and dedication to the health of the public of New Jersey. <\/li>\n<li>To <strong>Marilyn Moya<\/strong> (Hispanic Initiatives) for receiving the William A. Cuff Award presented to an outstanding educator who has made a significant contribution to the education of students at Montclair State University.<\/li>\n<li>To the <strong>University Development staff<\/strong> for putting on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/giving\/2023\/04\/27\/a-night-of-gratitude-2\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Donor Celebration<\/a> for more than 150 donors to show gratitude for and the impact of philanthropic support to students and the University. <\/li>\n<li>To the <strong>Alumni Engagement and Development staff<\/strong> for Thursday\u2019s successful <a href=\"https:\/\/givingday.montclair.edu\/giving-day\/66458\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">One Day for Montclair<\/a>. Look for photos and totals in next week\u2019s <em>In the Know<\/em>. If you missed it, <a href=\"https:\/\/givingday.montclair.edu\/giving-day\/66458\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">you can still give here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>To the <strong>University Communications and Marketing<\/strong> and <strong>Admissions<\/strong> staff for their  work with Awesome Films on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Y932giBDUKU\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Red Chair Stories<\/em><\/a> video that was recognized by the Collegiate Advertising Awards with a Silver Award for video advertising.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Social Media Post of Note<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CreNQ0CvEvk\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-27_social-media-screenshot.jpg.4.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"President Koppell &amp; Vice President for Student Development and Campus Life Dr. Soufleris joined the fun, supporting fundraising efforts for @phideltmontclair \u2018s national philanthropy \u201cThe Live Like Lou Foundation\u201d (for ALS awareness and advocacy).\" width=\"600\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-2251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-27_social-media-screenshot.jpg.4.1x.generic.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-27_social-media-screenshot.jpg.4.1x.generic-300x202.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-27_social-media-screenshot.jpg.4.1x.generic-768x517.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/university-communications\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/144\/2023\/04\/2023-04-27_social-media-screenshot.jpg.4.1x.generic-32x22.jpg 32w\" 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>Campus Gets a Taste of New Dining Options New dining plans, more food choices and exciting experiences are in store as the University welcomes Gourmet Dining as its new food service provider. In the News Manveer Mann (Marketing) is quoted in this Associated Press story on inclusive marketing\u2019s staying power. 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