Montclair Op-Ed: ‘A Smarter Path Forward For Department Of Education’

A Montclair resident, ex-school board member and parent offers his thoughts about efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education.

Montclair State, Bloomfield College Advocates Push For 'Equitable Funding' In Trenton

Faculty, staff and students traveled to New Jersey’s State Capitol to request increased funding.

Montclair State University Launches 4 New Online Programs

The new programs include strategic communication, economics, supply chain management and family science and human development.

Montclair Schools Facing $2.45M Budget Gap, Tax Levy Increase

The school district is trying to chop away at a $2.45 million deficit. An official said it may be possible “without having teacher cuts.”

Montclair State University Names Shea Scruggs As Director Of John J. Cali School Of Music

The accomplished arts leader and oboist brings vision and experience to one of New Jersey's premier music-education programs.

Montclair State Men's, Women's Basketball Teams Head To NCAA Tournament

Both Red Hawks teams earned NJAC titles en route to next weekend's tournament. The men's team will host opening rounds on campus.

How Much State Aid For Montclair Schools? NJ Releases New Totals

Some school districts will see more state aid, others will lose funding. Here are the 2025-2026 numbers for Montclair.

Montclair Schools May Remove Some Holidays From Upcoming Calendar

Diwali, the Lunar New Year, Eid al-Fitr and the second day of Rosh Hashana may be removed from the 2025-2026 school calendar in Montclair.

MSU Center For Cooperative Media Receives $2.5M Grant To Expand Collaborative Journalism

The Center for Cooperative Media at Montclair State was awarded a $2.5 million grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.

Montclair State Researchers Get NSF Grant To Research 'Human-Machine Interaction'

A research team at MSU will study interactions between humans, machines and environments through simulated driving experiments.

College Prep School In Montclair Will Close After 100 Years Of Service

Immaculate Conception High School in Montclair will shut its doors permanently this spring. Here’s why, administrators said.

What Does It Mean To Be A Loyal Fan? MSU Sports Communication Expert Weighs In

Why do fans keep coming back to the teams they love? An expert from Montclair State University explains more.

Montclair State University Galleries Presents Layo Bright's Solo Exhibition 'Invasive Blooms'

Montclair State University Galleries will host “Invasive Blooms,” a solo exhibition by artist Layo Bright.

Montclair College Student Earns Competitive British Scholarship

Emily Springer of Montclair will be continuing her studies in the United Kingdom as a winner of a Marshall Scholarship.

Montclair State Prof Asks Youth: 'How Does Gen Z Feel About Election, President Trump?'

The 2024 presidential election was the first in which many members of Gen Z – people born between 1997 and 2012 – were eligible to vote.

International Student Flips Language Barrier Into Benefit, Finds Voice At Montclair State University

Andrea Uguna, an international student from Ecuador, vividly remembers the challenges of her first semester at Montclair State University.

‘He Dies Tonight’: Montclair Teacher Threatened Principal, Police Say

More details have emerged about an incident that caused a daylong shutdown in the Montclair Public School District.

Chance Encounter On Montclair State Shuttle Drove This Army Veteran Back To The Classroom

"I want to put myself in a position where I’m able to give back to the community and my family."

'From Ireland To America': Former Waitress, Chef Earns College Degree At Montclair State

Here's how Jean-Marie Beeks found support as a wife, mother and Montclair State University student.

Threat Made To Montclair School Staffer, District Closed (UPDATED)

Montclair closed schools on Monday after a threat was directed at a staff member via social media, police said. An arrest has been made.

‘Mini-Mounties’ In Montclair: District Expands Free Pre-K Program

The Montclair Public School District is expanding its free preschool program for the 2025-2026 academic year. Here’s how to apply.

$60K In Grants Empower Montclair Schools, Teachers, Students

The Montclair Fund for Educational Excellence has given dozens of grants this academic year in three main areas.

Montclair State Gets $3.5M Grant To Expand Mental Health Services In NJ School Districts

The funds will allow MSU to recruit, prepare and retain school psychologists in partnership with West Orange, East Orange and Clifton.

'How To Raise Loving Siblings': Parenting Tips From Expert At Montclair State University

“Most parents don’t realize what they’re doing to try to stop siblings from fighting is actually perpetuating the problem.”

Montclair State: Tropical Cyclones Are A Growing Threat To Coastal Ecosystems, Study Shows

New research from Montclair State University highlights alarming trends in the damage caused by tropical cyclones to coastal ecosystems.

Montclair State Nails Down $1M To Expand Native American, Indigenous Studies Program

The Mellon Foundation awarded a three-year, $1 million grant to the university's Native American and Indigenous Studies program.

Montclair State University: 'What I Wish I Knew As A First-Generation College Student'

Montclair State students reflected on what they wish they’d known at the start of their college journeys.

Montclair Students Celebrate Kindness During ‘Week Of Respect’

Students decorated walkways with positive chalk messages, rocked school spirit gear, gathered for assemblies and held uplifting meetings.

Montclair State Launches NJ's First Public University Facilities Apprenticeship Program

The groundbreaking program offers specialized training in the plumbing, electrical and HVAC trades.

Montclair School Board Candidate Profile: Sean Long

There are six candidates competing for three open seats on the Montclair Board of Education in 2024.

Montclair School Board Candidate Profile: Andrew Gideon

There are six candidates competing for three open seats on the Montclair Board of Education in 2024.

Montclair State University: SCM News Lab Students Focus On 2024 Election

The specials will air on the school’s student-run streaming service, Hawk Plus (hawkplus.tv) in November.

Montclair School Board Candidate Profile: Holly Shaw

There are six candidates competing for three open seats on the Montclair Board of Education in 2024.

Montclair School Board Candidate Profile: Jada Roman

There are six candidates competing for three open seats on the Montclair Board of Education in 2024.

Montclair School Board Candidate Profile: Eric Scherzer

There are six candidates competing for three open seats on the Montclair Board of Education in 2024.

Montclair State University Releases New Crime, Fire Statistics

Rapes are down, but dating and domestic violence are both up. Here are some other statistics of interest for students at Montclair State.

Nearly $1M In AmeriCorps Funding Allows Montclair State Students To Continue Serving NJ Communities

Montclair State has received two grants totaling nearly $1 million to continue the work of its AmeriCorps Healthy Communities Corps.

In Montclair: Fall Admissions Open House At Lacordaire Academy

The academy’s faculty, administration and staff will be present to meet and greet visitors.

Montclair State: How NJ College Students Can Register To Vote (And Why It Matters)

Younger voters have played an increasingly significant role in recent elections ... and could do so again in November.

Worries Over Parking Accompany Growth At Montclair State: Report

Montclair State University has a student enrollment of 23,546. It has 6,200 parking spaces, a report says.