March 27, 2025

Montclair Team Advocates for Equitable Funding in Trenton

Students, faculty and staff from Montclair and Bloomfield campuses take their requests directly to state leaders

Montclair State University students at the State Capitol building in Trenton, New Jersey

Faculty, staff and students traveled to New Jersey’s State Capitol on Tuesday, March 25 to request increased funding for both Montclair State University and Bloomfield College as part of Montclair and Bloomfield Day at the Capitol.

The group met with representatives to showcase how the educational opportunities they’ve received are changing their lives, and the impact the funding would make on students for generations to come.

Bloomfield student Ethan Garcia, a junior from Bloomfield, testified before the Assembly Budget Committee and shared his personal story of how the institution is helping him achieve his dreams.

“I can solemnly say that my experience at Bloomfield College of Montclair State University has been life-changing and consider myself to be proof that my school is succeeding in its mission to serve its students by providing them with the opportunity and resources to advance in our economy,” said Garcia. “It is a lifeline and launchpad for many others that share my story, a place where anyone, regardless of their background, can succeed.”

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Montclair and Bloomfield College students arrive at the state capitol in Trenton, New Jersey. — Montclair and Bloomfield students, faculty and staff arrive at the Capitol.

Montclair State University and Bloomfield College students with New Jersey elected officials — Montclair and Bloomfield students with Emily Quispe, Rob Matos and Aaron Williams.

Montclair State University and Bloomfield College faculty and students with New Jersey elected officials at the State Capitol. — Montclair and Bloomfield students and faculty with Assemblywoman Carol Murphy (D-7) and Assemblyman Gabriel Rodriguez (D-33).

A student speaks to a committee at the New Jersey State Capitol. — Bloomfield student Ethan Garcia testifies before the Assembly Budget Committee.

Montclair State University and Bloomfield College students speak with an elected official at the New Jersey State Capitol. — Montclair and Bloomfield students and faculty with Assemblyman Michael Venezia (D-34).

Montclair State University and Bloomfield College students talk with elected officials at the New Jersey State Capitol. — Montclair and Bloomfield students with Assemblyman Al Borlas (R-40) and Assemblyman Michael Venezia (D-34).