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Category: Alumni Profiles

Lauren Charles

Lauren Charles ’14

Charles credits Montclair State for exposing her to the political process in ways that help her respond to challenges that she faces at work each day, and advises current students to stay enthusiastic about their goals.

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Henry “Hank” Gola ’76

After a successful and award-winning career in sports journalism, this writer hopes his experience can help inspire current journalism students at Montclair State.

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Daniel Infanti ’76

The now-retiree credits his education at Montclair State University as the launching point for a successful 40 year executive career in the marketing, communications and advertising field, as well as giving him the confidence to pursue his professional and family dreams.

Allison Strong posing for a picture

Allison Strong ’12

From the age of nine, this alumna had dreams of performing on Broadway. Those dreams soon became a reality after attending an open call in Manhattan her freshman year.

Holly Gera '79

Holly P. Gera ’79

On her first visit to campus as a potential student, she was struck by the friendly, welcoming environment that greeted her. It was what convinced her to choose Montclair State University for her undergraduate education, and what has kept her here for an impressive 30 years as a staff member.

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Jason Velante ’00

Before graduating, this proud Red Hawk would have never imagined spending the next 17 years as an educator, where he would accomplish many milestones he never even believed before.

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Jennifer Skomial ’08

The 2018-2019 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year knew she always wanted to be a teacher, and advises current students to research their own dream career paths.

Jenn Winski Colodney ’02

Jenn Winski Colodney ’02

Since graduation, this alumna has held various creative titles. However, if asked as a freshman if she saw herself pursuing any of those career paths – her answer would have probably been “no”.

Alfred Bundy ’75, ’81 MA

Alfred Bundy ’75, ’81 MA

The president of Alfred Bundy Productions reflects on his years at Montclair State, and advises current students to always truly believe that the best is yet to come.

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James W. Merli ’83

The Margaret and Herman Sokol Award for Alumni Achievement and Civic Engagement recipient takes time to give back to his alma mater.