University Communications and Marketing
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University Communications and Marketing
October 6, 2023

In the Know – Issue 78

Posted in: In the Know

In the Know, The Newsletter for the people who make the University work
staff member poses with Bloomfield bear mascot and Rocky the red hawk

Homecoming 2023 Photos

From tailgating and athletic events to a street fair and family and alumni gatherings, Homecoming was a hit! Check out our photo gallery.

Bloomfield campus

Montclair Students Call Bloomfield Campus Home

200 students were offered the opportunity to reside on the Bloomfield campus after Montclair housing reached full capacity; more than 50 students moved in.


Kieran Barrett poses on campus

University Names Kieran Barrett Chief of Police

Barrett has served in the University Police Department for 25 years, most recently as Interim Police Chief.

In the News

Upcoming Events

  • The 41st Annual Law School Admissions Day will take place Wednesday, October 11 from 2 to 6 p.m. at the University Hall Conference Center. The event will feature more than 35 law school representatives, educational workshops and resources. Refreshments will be served. Register here.
  • Interested in grad school? Graduate Admissions will hold the fall 2023 virtual open house on Sunday, October 22. You will hear directly from faculty to learn more about our 200+ graduate programs and certifications.

Your Input Needed

University Communications and Marketing invites staff to participate in two new initiatives:

  • The Website Overhaul Project. Two Web Overhaul Project town hall sessions will take place next week October 9 and 10. Participants can attend in person or via zoom. Register here.
  • Internal Communications Project. Staff and faculty are invited to participate in focus groups and individual interviews to share thoughts and insights on current communication channels specific to employee communications. If interested, please click here. For more information about the project, contact Internal Communications Editor Brittany John at johnbr@montclair.edu.

Reminders

  • University Employees are encouraged to enroll with Rave Mobile safety to stay aware of emergency alerts and other vital information. Enroll here.
  • Make an appointment today to reserve a flu shot at the campus flu clinics this fall. Walk-ins are welcome while supplies last.
  • EMS has installed hemorrhage/bleeding control kits and Narcan in Automated External Defibrillator (AED) cabinets on campus and is offering training sessions on how to use the hemorrhage control and Narcan kits. If you or your department would like to participate in these training sessions, contact EMS at 973-655-7836 or ems@montclair.edu.
  • Did you know the Center for Writing Excellence is open to all University employees? The center provides free, confidential appointments for feedback on all types of writing including professional documents, emails, memos and improving general writing skills. In-person and online appointments are available.
  • Mindfulness Meditation is held every Monday online, 12-12:30 p.m. and open to all with an interest in learning about meditation and developing mindfulness. Register here.
  • The Montclair State University Center for Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology is in the running for the Suburban Essex Readers’ Choice Awards Best of Essex 2023. Help the center win gold this year by voting here.
  • Spaces are still available for Campus Recreation’s Learn to Swim program for ages 5-18. Learn more and register here.
  • Visit the Volunteer Center’s updated site for ongoing volunteer opportunities through the 2023-2024 academic year.
  • Faculty and staff are eligible to purchase the new $300 per semester flexible spending meal plan and receive $50 flex dollars each semester. The plan can be used at all campus dining venues, vending machines and convenience stores. Pay by payroll deduction, cash, check or credit card.
  • Land on a broken link or dead end on montclair.edu? Report your experience here.
  • The new University Calendar is here. Powered by the University’s room booking system, 25Live, all event listings should be entered here. Still need training? Register for online or in-person training.

Support

  • The Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential support services for University employees and their families – including locating resources for substance abuse, mental health and self-help. For more information, see the attached CONCERN brochure.
  • Worried about a student’s well-being? Please fill out a CARE Report form to connect students to support and resources. Faculty and advisors can complete an alert via Navigate for academic concerns.
  • If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 988, the new nationwide 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support, 24/7.

Kudos

Social Media Post of Note

As the parents return to campus, we had to ask them something…#college #parentsoftiktok #collegestudents #collegemajors #montclairstateuniversity #newjersey

Have an item you’d like included in Kudos or Reminders? Want to nominate a staffer for our spotlight? Use this form to tell us. Read more about our people and programs in the University News Center and in back issues of In the Know. And find out what’s happening on campus in the Events Calendar.