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Graduate Spotlight: The Power of Perseverance

Montclair alumna Layla Tamimi’s inspirational journey from paralysis to graduation and a future in public health

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Graduate Spotlight: A Game-Changing Legacy in Sports Communications

Montclair State University’s ‘Billy the Batboy’ turns years of interviews into a valuable resource for aspiring athletes

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2023 Year in Review

University highlights: Expanding impact beyond campus; some big achievements; and the adorable addition of Pebbles, the official pupscot

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Legendary Trumpeter Arturo Sandoval Delivers Lessons on Music, Life

Montclair music students practice, learn and play with the Cuban jazz artist through Cali’s Immersive Residency Program

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Amer Lukovic Named Men’s Soccer National Player of the Year

Montclair forward earns sport’s highest honor after 34-goal season

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College Rankings: Montclair Ranked Among Nation’s Best for Online Offerings

The school has been ranked No. 1 in New Jersey in Newsweek rankings

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Musical Numbers: Understanding How Math and Music Merge

In building a thongophone for mathematical analysis of its pipes for pitch, Montclair students find the connection between music and math

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Montclair Journalism Students Thrive through NBCU Partnership

Scholarships, industry experience and career opportunities abound for next generation of diverse professional journalists

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Empowering Futures: 2023 Women’s Leadership Alliance Conference

High school scholars and professionals gather at Montclair State University to network and elevate their leadership journeys

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Conference Supports Healing and Social Justice Dialogues

University co-sponsored the 18th Annual Liberation-Based Healing Conference, held on campus

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Montclair State University Once Again Named Fulbright HSI Leader

Montclair is one of only 46 institutions in the country to earn Department of State designation

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How Montclair’s Creative Writing Program Nurtures Aspiring Authors’ Dreams

Workshops in poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction and memoir bring out the best in students, giving them the “write stuff” for future literary success