In The Know – Issue 140
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University and Montclair Township Launch New Jersey’s First Academic Health Department
This new partnership will create hands-on public health opportunities for students while strengthening community health initiatives.
WMSC Radio Earns 16 National Broadcasting Awards
The station earned four first-place wins at the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System Awards.
Get Research Help from a Librarian
Need research help? Ask a librarian in multiple ways: 24/7 live chat, in person, by phone, via email or by scheduling an in-person or online research appointment.
Updates
Promoting an Event? Include This Messaging
As a reminder, University events are open to everyone. When promoting events, please be sure to include this messaging on all event listings, flyers and submissions to the weekly Events Digest.
University College Co-Sponsorship Connection
Partner with University College to enhance events for pre-major and Bachelor of Liberal Studies students. We’re looking to support and amplify campus programs and events through collaboration and resource sharing. If interested, please sign-up at least 2 weeks in advance of your program or event.
The Community Fitness Lab
The Community Fitness Lab offers fitness assessment services to those looking to improve their well-being, performance, and overall health. The Lab offers testing, evaluations, and consultations with an Exercise Physiologist who will interpret test results and offer advice on how to use findings to design a training regimen that will be as effective as possible. Assessments include Body Composition, Cardiovascular Fitness, Strength, and more. Contact fitnesslab@montclair.edu for more information.
Montclair Community Garden
We’re excited to announce that the Montclair State Community Garden is returning for its 7th growing season—and we’d love to have you back!
If you’re interested in managing a garden plot for 2025, please note that all gardeners must commit to maintaining their plot for the entire season. Due to high demand, we are offering 20 plots on a first-come, first-serve basis, with preference given to group applications.
No experience is needed and educational workshops will be provided during the year. Students, Staff and Faculty members can apply.
Important Information:
- Apply to join the Montclair Community Garden
- The deadline to Apply is Wednesday, March 12
- The Community Garden will run from April 2025 to the end of fall semester.
If you’re unable to commit to the full season, we encourage you to partner with a group to help share responsibilities or you can join the Garden Club.
For any questions, reach out to the Garden Manager, Brittney Portes at portesb@montclair.edu and the Office of Sustainability at sustainability@montclair.edu. We hope to see you in the garden again this year!
Reminders
Share Your Feedback on University Facilities Services
We welcome comments on construction, safety, maintenance, parking, planning, transportation and more. Sign in with your NetID to share your comments and help us enhance our services.
Sustainability Survey
The Office of Sustainability invites you to participate in our survey to better understand your knowledge of sustainability and your experience regarding sustainability at Montclair. Your answers will help improve our performance, ensuring that Montclair remains a leader in campus sustainability. When you submit the survey, you will be offered the chance to opt in to a prize drawing.
World’s Fair Day Menu Selection
Help select the menu for World’s Fair Day by voting for your top four food choices. World’s Fair Day will be held on Thursday, April 24 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Alumni Green. Contact Casey Coleman, colemanc@montclair.edu for any further questions about World’s Fair Day.
In The News
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- Stephanie Silvera (Public Health) was cited in this NJ Spotlight article talking about the recent rise in measles cases.
- Jonathan Caspi (Family Science and Human Development) is quoted in this NJ.com story about how, five years later, the COVID-19 pandemic warped our sense of time.
- Becky Ofrane (Public Health) was cited in this What to Expect article talking about the benefits of doula services and the need for broader insurance coverage.
- Dan Geltrude (Accounting and Finance) appeared on Newsmax to offer commentary on several news topics related to the economy.
Kudos
- To Roman Liera (Educational Leadership), for publishing two papers in the Journal of Diversity in Higher Education: one on the experiences of faculty of color as postdoctoral scholars preparing for tenure-track faculty careers and another on graduate student agency amid COVID-19.
- To Amanda Birnbaumb (Public Health), who was quoted in Science Magazine on the Stand Up for Science rally in Washington D.C.
- To Priya Lalvani (Teaching and Learning), who spoke on an episode of Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education’s podcast, “Battle Fatigue: The Fight for Inclusive Education.”
- To David Vincenti (Information Management and Business Analytics), who recently completed a webinar series for the Harvard University Clinical and Translational Science Center titled “Project Management Strategies for Research Team Members.”
Social Media Post of Note
As we celebrate the beginning of Women’s History Month, I’m reminded of where Montclair State University started and where we are today.
Photo of the Week
Men’s Basketball NCAA Tournament Game- University Photographer: Mike Peters
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