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University Communications and Marketing
November 10, 2023

In the Know – Issue 83

Posted in: In the Know

In the Know, The Newsletter for the people who make the University work
Montclair State University soccer

Tickets Punched: Men’s and Women’s Soccer Head to NCAA Tournament

Men’s team to host first and second round games at Montclair this weekend; women’s team will travel to Virginia Beach for its opening day match.

Two students are sitting in an outdoor courtyard, smiling and working on a laptop.

Taking Inclusive Education to the Next Level

New certificate program in General Education Studies launches for students with intellectual disabilities; applications for fall 2024 are now open.

Arnaud Kurze with group of local women in Guinea

CHSS Professor Receives Fulbright Specialist Program Award

Arnaud Kurze (Justice Studies) traveled to Guinea and led workshops focused on leadership skills building for Guinean women in politics, positioning them to take steps toward equity and gender equality.

In the News

Upcoming Events

  • November 13-17 is Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. The Volunteer Center is working with numerous departments and student organizations to raise awareness through service projects, educational sessions and advocacy projects. Check out the full calendar of events.
  • Got a parking ticket? During the week of November 13-17, you can donate canned goods to pay for one citation. Read the story for more information.
  • Join Occupational Health for an awareness-raising discussion on Healthcare Disparities and Cultural Competency on Wednesday, November 15 from 10 to 11 a.m., University Hall, Room 1040. For questions, contact Irene Quinones, quinonesi@montclair.edu.
  • Faculty and staff are invited to attend an online webinar, Prioritizing the Mental Health and Emotional Well-Being of Students of Color in Classrooms and Beyond on Wednesday, November 15. This session will provide practical guidance for promoting well-being in campus learning environments and supporting the mental health of students. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the unique experiences of undergraduate and graduate students of color. Registration is required.
  • Peak Performances will present a screening of the award-winning animated French film comedy Triplets of Belleville accompanied by a live jazz orchestra playing the original score and conducted by the score’s composer, Benoît Charest, on Thursday, November 16, at 7:30 p.m.
  • Mark your calendars for Winter Commencement: January 8, 2024. Advanced registration is required for all faculty and staff attending. Registration closes on Monday, December 4. Register at the Commencement website.
  • Bloomfield College of Montclair State University is hosting the 11th annual performance of the Heasun Jung Korea Traditional Academy of Arts on Saturday, November 18, 6-7:30 p.m., in the College’s Van Fossan Theatre at 63 Fremont Street in Bloomfield. Tickets are free (up to four). Registration is required for tickets.

Supporting Students

  • Worried about a student’s well-being? Please fill out a CARE Report form to connect students to mental health support and resources. Faculty and advisors can complete an alert via Navigate for academic concerns.
  • In addition to Counseling and Psychological Services on campus, Uwill offers students an immediate, secure and convenient way to receive free teletherapy counseling services. Students are able to choose a therapist based on their preferences including day, night and weekend availability, subject matter, gender, language and ethnicity.

Support Rocky’s Closet and Red Hawk Pantry

Support Rocky’s Closet this fall by donating new or gently worn winter items including coats, gloves, scarves, hats and more. Red Hawk Pantry is also in need of non-perishable and personal hygiene donations. Clothing items can be brought to Student Center Room 113A. Food and hygiene items can be brought to the pantry (Blanton Hall, Room 1200) during open hours or donated via the Amazon wishlist. For more information, contact Karina Escobar, escobark@montclair.edu.

Reminders

  • Interested in HR’s Leadership University for new directors, assistant directors or associate directors? Let HR’s Leadership and Development team know if you’d like to  take part in the eight-week professional development program in spring 2024 by emailing hrlearning@montclair.edu.
  • Take advantage of the State Employee Discount Program with access to discounts in various categories.
  • 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.
  • Visit the Volunteer Center’s updated site for ongoing volunteer opportunities through the 2023-2024 academic year.
  • 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 for Staff and Faculty

  • The Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential support services for employees and their families – including locating resources for substance abuse, mental health and self-help. For more information, view the CONCERN brochure.
  • If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 988, the nationwide 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support, 24/7.
  • 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.

Kudos

  • To President Jonathan Koppell, who joined College Presidents for Civic Preparedness, a new initiative of The Institute for Citizens & Scholars aiming to facilitate shared learning and greater impact through partnership toward the goal of readying college students to be empowered citizens.
  • To Maughn Gregory (Educational Foundations), whose book on the life and scholarship of Ann Margaret Sharp, co-founder of Montclair’s Institute for the Advancement of Philosophy for Children, was translated into French and published this month by Vrin – Pratiques Philosophiques, Paris.
  • To Milton Fuentes (Psychology), who has been appointed to the Community Advisory Board of the Center for Youth Social Emotional Wellness at Rutgers University.
  • To Stacey Gitlin (Communication and Media), who earned a Sports Emmy award in May for “Outstanding Live Special” for her freelance work with NBC Sports on the XXIV Olympic Winter Games in Beijing.
  • To Bryan Murdock (Community Partnerships), for the shout-out about the University’s community initiatives in Bringing It, a newsletter of BT2P, a national project focused on transforming higher education.

Social Media Post of Note

Screenshot of Instagram post - men's soccer team celebrating on the field

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