Weston Awards Return In Montclair To Honor Inspiring Teachers

A Montclair tradition is returning after a 7-year hiatus. It will honor the memory of Judy Weston, a devoted public school supporter.

Montclair State Professor Listens To The 'Music Of The Universe'

Professor Marc Favata: "Gravitational waves are cool, and we can use them to explore the universe in a different way than we have before."

Montclair State Professor Shares Cancer Remission Journey

Every five years, Professor Mark Whitener uses himself as case study to impart lessons on disease, chemotherapy and life after cancer.

Montclair State University Professor Has Earned 24 Degrees

Montclair State University adjunct professor Joseph Segriff has earned 24 degrees in his ongoing, lifelong pursuit of knowledge.

Montclair State University: Black History Month Begins With Flag Raising Event

The campus community gathered at the Student Center flagpole to mark the beginning of Black History Month.

School Bond Sale Will Save Montclair Taxpayers Money, District Says

Montclair voters approved a landmark school bond referendum last year. It will cost homeowners less than expected, administrators say.

Montclair State University: How Did ‘Elvis' Star Austin Butler Change His Voice? Linguistics Expert Weighs In

Jonathan Howell of Montclair State explains how the Oscar nominee might have developed his "idiolect" – the accent of a specific person.

Free Preschool Returns In Montclair For A New Year: What To Know

Free universal preschool is back in Montclair for 2023-2024. Here’s how to apply.

Montclair State University Study: 'How Charter Schools Can Increase Equity'

The new study was led by Montclair State University professor Katrina Bulkley.

Montclair Student Is 1 Of 2 In NJ Chosen For Prominent Senate Program

Two students at Montclair and Somerville high schools will represent New Jersey at a prestigious youth program.

2023 School Updates In Montclair: Referendum, Pre-K, New Partnerships

Here are some upcoming highlights in the Montclair Public School District for 2023 and beyond, via Superintendent Jonathan Ponds.

Montclair School Board Celebrates 2 Influential Departing Members

Latifah Jannah and Priscilla Church had big impacts on the board of education during their tenure in Montclair.

Montclair State University Unleashes Stress Relief For Finals Week

As semester comes to an end, therapy dogs warm hearts and melt away end-of-the-semester worries at Montclair State University.

Montclair State University Announces $5M Gift To Partner In Paterson Revitalization Efforts

The museum and learning center will highlight the history of Negro League Baseball and Hinchliffe Stadium's legacy as a cultural touchstone.

Teen Humanitarians From Montclair Earn Student Leadership Award

Three Montclair High School students have earned a prestigious Joy Prescott Humanitarian Award for Student Leadership and Dedication.

Montclair State University Study Examines Qatar World Cup Controversy, Boycott

Human rights activists are ramping up protest efforts using hashtags like #boycottqatar2022.

New Preschool Program In Montclair Will Offer French Classes For Kids

The French Institute Alliance Française will open their new preschool program in Montclair in fall 2023.

Landslide Win For Montclair School Referendum, Unofficial Results Show

Here’s how Montclair’s $188 million, “once-in-a-generation” school bond will be spent.

Montclair State Study Finds Hate Speech On Twitter Increased Quickly After Elon Musk Takeover

Montclair State University: The billionaire CEO has promised to reduce “too woke” restrictions on the platform.

Lacordaire Academy In Montclair Unveils 3 New Science Labs

“We teach science not as a collection of facts, but as a way to understand the world.”

GOP Senator Wants To Ban COVID Vaccine Mandates In NJ Schools

Sen. Kristin Corrado says her bill would prohibit New Jersey from requiring public school students to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

Montclair, Bloomfield College Merger; How Would It Impact Students?

Here are two things students should know if a planned merger between two colleges in Essex County gets final approval.

Asteroid Impact That Killed Dinosaurs Triggered ‘Mega-Earthquake,' Montclair State Doctoral Candidate Says

MSU: When the asteroid that led to dinosaur extinction hit Earth, the impact also triggered a “mega-earthquake,” new evidence suggests.

Montclair State University Named 'Fulbright HSI Leader' For 2nd Straight Year

Montclair State University was one of only 43 institutions in the country to earn the Department of State designation.

Mental Health Care Race Gaps Developing In NJ Schools: Study

Access to mental health care is slowly getting better for most students in New Jersey. But some are being left behind, a study claims.

Montclair State University Celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day

Montclair State University celebrated Indigenous Peoples Day with a special on-campus event.

Montclair State Professor Shares Research On Pandemic, Undocumented Immigrants

This MSU professor's research shines light on COVID-19's long-term impact on undocumented immigrants and essential workers.

Q&A Session Held For $188M Montclair School Bond Referendum: Video

The League of Women Voters of the Montclair Area and the NAACP held a forum about the referendum, which will see a vote this November.

See Where Montclair Landed On List Of ‘Best High Schools’ In NJ

Niche released its latest rankings for the “Best Public High Schools” in New Jersey. Here’s where Montclair fell on the list.

Montclair State University: Pumpkin Spice Is Still Nice In 2022, Study Finds

Just in time for National Pumpkin Spice Day on Oct. 1, new research shows that pumpkin spice is as popular as ever on social media.

Scholar Flees Ukraine, Finds Refuge At Montclair State University

Since fleeing Ukraine, renowned scholar and psychologist Pavlo Lushyn has found refuge at Montclair State University.

Montclair School Bond Referendum 2022: Town Halls Scheduled

The Montclair Public School District will hold two town halls to answer questions from the community about its $188 million upgrade plan.

Montclair Students Celebrate ‘International Day Of Peace’

Students at Montclair High School and Edgemont Montessori stood in solidarity with others across the world to call for a 24-hour cease fire.

Montclair State University Will Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month

Campus groups, clubs and programs will host events through September and October at Montclair State University.

Montclair State Makes Cut For Latest ‘Best Colleges’ List: U.S. News

Montclair State University was one of more than two dozen in New Jersey included on the latest version of the U.S. News “Best Colleges” list

NJ Agrees To Pay A Third Of Montclair’s Huge School Upgrade Project

The Montclair Public School District is launching a $188 million bond referendum in the November election. Learn more here.

Montclair State University Professor Earns $436K Grant For Neutron Research

A Montclair State University professor’s physics research could shed light on dark matter and the Big Bang.

$970K In State Aid Will Power Free Preschool Program In Montclair

Montclair will be getting a big chunk of state funding to create or expand access to a "high-quality preschool program."

4 Quick Updates As New School Year Begins In Montclair

Things to keep on your radar include free pre-K, a $188 million bond referendum, construction work, and the end of COVID contact tracing.

Montclair State University Welcomes Largest Enrollment In Its History

Montclair State – already the second-largest university in New Jersey – will welcome another record-breaking incoming class.