Alumni Relations Landing Page

With more than 150,000 alumni in all 50 states and more than 73 countries worldwide, the Montclair State alumni network is a powerful global community. Be a part of this thriving network of fellow Red Hawks — learn more about your benefits, find events to attend, join affinity groups, and stay up to date on news, opportunities and resources. Tap into your alumni network today!

Alumni News

A Month of Trailblazers: Women Who Lead, Create and PivotWomen’s History Month brings together our community to honor pioneering women, spotlight creative voices and explore powerful stories of reinvention and purpose.Friday February 27, 2026
Marking a Full-Circle MomentFrom Montclair classrooms to the NBA airwaves, Jonathan Edmond ’22 turned preparation and mentorship into a career-defining moment. Now a senior content coordinator with Brooklyn Sports & Entertainment, he’s building a future in sports storytelling—one broadcast at a time.Friday February 27, 2026
Montclair State University Alumni Jason Zacher and Jeremy Brauner Make Sarasota Opera Role Debuts in SusannahTheir education in voice and musical theatre prepared them to advance in their careers and step onto a prominent professional stage. Thursday February 26, 2026
Wooten Family TraditionsWhen Sheila and Vincent Wooten graduated from Bloomfield College in 1985 and 1986, respectively, they had no way of knowing just how big a role the College, and Montclair State University, would play in their lives and in their family’s future.Tuesday February 24, 2026

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Alumni Events

️Tue, Feb 3: Opening Reception — Carpe Diem: Select Alumni in the Visual Arts
Mon, Feb 16: Heirs and Architects of a Great Legacy: Black History Month Alumni Event and Panel
Mon, Mar 2: A Cross-Generational Conversation with Alumni Artists
Fri, Mar 13: Throwback Night at the Rat
Thu, Apr 16: Celebrate Montclair: A Spring Gala

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IMPACT Montclair State University

Check out our crowdfunding initiative, IMPACT Montclair State University. These campaigns support academic programs, athletics, student services such as Rocky’s Closet, The Red Hawk Pantry, Emergency Book Fund and more.

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Get Involved

The Office of Alumni Engagement is pleased to provide many ways for you to expand your network, learn new skills or give back to our Montclair community. Check out the many affinity groups and volunteer opportunities available.

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Class Reunions

Get ready for your 50th Reunion, Class of 1976! See how you can get involved. The Class of 1975 celebrated their 50th anniversary of graduating from Montclair by reconnecting with former classmates, walking in the Commencement ceremony and rediscovering all the changes to campus since they were last here.

Students in caps and gowns at graduation

MONTCLAIRconnect

MONTCLAIRconnect is the exclusive online community of Montclair State alumni. Tap into your global alumni network! Visit the portal and download the app. Join a group, look for resources, create your @alumni email account, start a discussion and much more. More resources coming soon!

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Spotlight
Gian Paul Gonzalez ’07

Gian Paul Gonzalez ’07 doesn’t dwell on limitations, he focuses on possibility. An educator rooted in his hometown of Union City, New Jersey, Gonzalez works with high school students locally and across the state, while also serving as an adjunct professor for graduate students pursuing master’s degrees in education. Beyond the classroom, he has built a successful career as a motivational speaker and founded a community-based youth initiative. Gonzalez has also represented Montclair State University on the Amazon Prime Video exclusive series The College Tour. With a schedule as full as his, he’s determined to make every minute count.

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