{"id":1670,"date":"2025-09-11T12:00:02","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T16:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate-students\/?p=1670"},"modified":"2026-02-16T19:26:36","modified_gmt":"2026-02-17T00:26:36","slug":"grad-news-for-you-september-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate-students\/2025\/09\/11\/grad-news-for-you-september-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Grad News for You: September 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This is a copy of the newsletter sent on September 11, 2025. It is distributed to all graduate students. If you would like to receive future editions as well, <a href=\"https:\/\/lists.montclair.edu\/sympa\/subscribe\/graduate-comm\">please subscribe.<\/a><\/p>\n<section role=\"article\" aria-label=\"Graduate School September Newsletter\" style=\"max-width:100%;margin:0 auto 32px;background:#ffffff;padding:40px 32px;border:1px solid #e8e8e8;border-radius:14px;line-height:1.6;font-size:1.05rem\">\n<h2 style=\"margin:0 0 12px\">New Semester, New Possibilities<\/h2>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 14px\">\nSeptember signals a fresh start\u2026 new semester, new classes, new goals and lots of opportunities. But let\u2019s be honest, it can also feel overwhelming to juggle it all.\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 14px\">\nGraduate students wear many hats: researcher, professional, parent, scientist, teacher, creator. This monthly newsletter is here to simplify things. Inside you\u2019ll find updates, opportunities, deadlines and resources all in one place.\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 20px\">\n Have thoughts on other ways we can support you?<a href=\"https:\/\/montclair.co1.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_cImUp8rnPMBJ2dM\" style=\"color:#D1190D\"> Share them with us anytime via our anonymous feedback form.<\/a><\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:24px 0\" \/>\n<h3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px\">What\u2019s Inside<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:0.95rem\">Viewing on a laptop? Click the links to jump down!<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0 0 20px 18px\">\n<li><a href=\"#dates\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Important Dates<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#orientation\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Orientation Highlights<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#honor\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Graduate Honor Society<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#events\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Upcoming Events<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#share\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Share Your News With Us<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#writing\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Writing &amp; Academic Support<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#resources\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">More Student Resources<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#support\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Meet Your Grad Support Team<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:24px 0\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"dates\" style=\"margin:0 0 10px\">Important Dates<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 14px\">\nGraduate school moves fast, make sure you\u2019re on track! Key dates coming up include:\n<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0 0 14px 18px\">\n<li>Monday, September 15: Deadline to Waive or Purchase University Health Insurance.<\/li>\n<li>Monday, September 15: Suggested Deadline for Doc Students to Apply for Winter 2026 Graduation.<\/li>\n<li>Thursday, September 25: Last Day to Withdraw from Session A (Full Semester) at 50% Refund.<\/li>\n<li>Tuesday, September 30: Last Day to Enroll in a 4-Month Payment Plan for Fall 2025.<\/li>\n<li>Monday, October 6: Last Day to Withdraw from Session B.<\/li>\n<li>Wednesday, October 15: Final Deadline to Apply for Winter 2026 Graduation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/academic-calendar\/\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">View the Academic Calendar<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/student-services\/important-dates\/\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">all Important Dates<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:24px 0\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"orientation\" style=\"margin:0 0 10px\">Orientation Highlights<\/h3>\n<figure style=\"margin:0 0 16px;text-align:center\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net\/pub\/bfra\/nv81nbct\/bvy\/x7q\/jot\/2025-09-10-orientation.jpg\" alt=\"Student talking in crowded room\" style=\"width:100%;border-radius:12px;border:1px solid #f1f5f9\"><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 14px\">\nGraduate Student Orientation marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our incoming students. The event celebrated our newest Red Hawks while connecting them with peers, campus partners and resources designed to support their success this semester and beyond. Thank you to everyone who joined us!\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 6px\">\nMissed it? <a href=\"http:\/\/tr.ee\/gradcanvas\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Find new student resources in our Canvas Community.<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/montclairstateuniversity.smugmug.com\/2025\/082125-Graduate-Student-Orientation\/n-gZmw4f\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Check out the photos from orientation.<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:24px 0\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"honor\" style=\"margin:0 0 10px\">Alpha Epsilon Lambda (Graduate Honor Society)<\/h3>\n<figure style=\"margin:0 0 16px;text-align:center\">\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/d15k2d11r6t6rl.cloudfront.net\/pub\/bfra\/nv81nbct\/ymg\/g81\/thw\/2025-09-10-honor-student.jpg\" alt=\"Student sitting outside with laptop\" style=\"width:100%;border-radius:12px;border:1px solid #f1f5f9\"><br \/>\n<\/figure>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 14px\">\nAEL recognizes and celebrates academic excellence and leadership among graduate students. Membership offers a chance to connect with fellow scholars, build your CV, and engage in service projects.\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate-students\/opportunities\/ael\/\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Learn more about AEL.<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:24px 0\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"events\" style=\"margin:0 0 10px\">Upcoming Events<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"margin:0 0 14px 18px\">\n<li>Homecoming: Saturday, September 27, 12\u20139 p.m., Montclair Campus.<\/li>\n<li>Graduate and Health Professions Fair: Wednesday, Oct 1 | 1\u20134 p.m., University Hall, 7th Floor Conference Center.<\/li>\n<li>Exploring the New EBSCO User Interface: Friday, September 12, 11\u201311:45 a.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Research Time Management: Monday, September 15, 3:30\u20134:15 p.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Building Your Skills with Big Interview: Tuesday, September 16, 1\u20132 p.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Prudential Financial: Effective Communication in the Workplace: Tuesday, September 16, 2\u20133 p.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>S.T.A.R.T. Calendar Magic: Making Time Work for You: Tuesday, September 16, 2\u20133 p.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Library 101: Graduate Edition: Tuesday, September 16, 4\u20134:40 p.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>CX by Design: Creating Experiences That Build Lasting Relationships: Thursday, September 18, 6\u20138 p.m., School of Business, Room 140.<\/li>\n<li>Exploring the New EBSCO User Interface: Thursday, September 18, 11\u201311:45 a.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Discover Your Topic: Tools and Strategies: Friday, September 19, 1\u20131:45 p.m., Sprague Library, Room 203.<\/li>\n<li>Exploring the New EBSCO User Interface: Tuesday, September 23, 10\u201310:45 a.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Discover your Career Path with Skillful.ly: Tuesday, September 23, 1\u20132 p.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Safe Space Training: Tuesday, September 23, 2\u20135 p.m., Student Center, Room 419.<\/li>\n<li>Getting Started with Endnote: Tuesday, September 23, 4\u20135 p.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Database Research Strategies and Advanced Search Tips: Wednesday, September 24, 6:30\u20137:30 p.m., Sprague Library, Room 203.<\/li>\n<li>Research Time Management: Thursday, September 25, 10\u201310:45 a.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Library 101: Graduate Edition: Thursday, September 25, 4\u20134:40 p.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Discover Your Topic: Tools and Strategies: Monday, September 29, 12\u201312:45 p.m., Sprague Library, Room 110.<\/li>\n<li>The Resume Refresh: Tuesday, September 30, 1\u20132 p.m., Online.<\/li>\n<li>Getting Started with Zotero: Tuesday, September 30, 7\u20138 p.m., Online.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 10px\">\nDid You Know? Every Monday at 12 p.m., The Office of Health Promotion hosts a free online Mindfulness Meditation session.\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate-students\/events\/\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Find more Events for Graduate Students.<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:24px 0\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"share\"> Share Your News With Us<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 12px\">\nHave news to celebrate? Share your publication, award or milestone so we can feature it in our newsletters and across our channels. Your success inspires the whole grad community, let\u2019s share it!\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">\nSend your wins to <a href=\"mailto:tgsmarketing@montclair.edu\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">tgsmarketing@montclair.edu<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:24px 0\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"writing\">Writing &amp; Academic Support<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 10px\">Graduate-level writing can be challenging, but you don\u2019t have to do it alone.<\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0 0 14px 18px\">\n<li>Center for Writing Excellence (CWE): One-on-one consultations to strengthen any paper, presentation or project.<\/li>\n<li>Dissertation &amp; Thesis Writing Support: Professor Michele McCormick offers writing support and coaching.<\/li>\n<li>Center for Academic Success &amp; Tutoring (CAST): Free tutoring and academic coaching.<\/li>\n<li>University Libraries: Expert research support, including help with databases and citations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:24px 0\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"resources\">More Student Resources<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"margin:0 0 14px 18px\">\n<li>Counseling &amp; Psychological Services (CAPS)<\/li>\n<li>Disability Resource Center (DRC)<\/li>\n<li>Health Promotion Office<\/li>\n<li>Red Hawk Pantry<\/li>\n<li>Rocky\u2019s Closet<\/li>\n<li>And Many More!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate-students\/resources\/\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">Explore more Free Campus Resources for Grads.<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<hr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:24px 0\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"support\">Meet Your Graduate School Support Team<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 14px\">\nThe Graduate School is here to support you throughout your graduate studies, from day one to graduation. We\u2019re open Monday\u2013Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\n<\/p>\n<p style=\"margin:0 0 14px\">\nLocation: NURS (The School of Nursing \/ The Graduate School), 4th Floor<br \/>\nPhone: 973-655-5205<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:gradstudentservices@montclair.edu\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">gradstudentservices@montclair.edu<\/a><br \/>\nSocial Media: <a href=\"https:\/\/linktr.ee\/montclair_gradschool\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">linktr.ee\/montclair_gradschool<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking for more specific support? Here\u2019s a quick guide to who you can reach out to:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"margin:0 0 14px 18px;padding:0\">\n<li>Academic standing and AEL \u2192 Victoria Speiser, <a href=\"mailto:speiserv@montclair.edu\">speiserv@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Academic success \u2192 Deborah Reynoso, <a href=\"mailto:reynosod@montclair.edu\">reynosod@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Graduate assistantships \u2192 Arthur Carlson, <a href=\"mailto:carlsona@montclair.edu\">carlsona@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Communications \u2192 Alexa Rose Spear, <a href=\"mailto:speara@montclair.edu\">speara@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Dissertation review \u2192 <a href=\"mailto:docstudy@montclair.edu\">docstudy@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Thesis review \u2192 <a href=\"mailto:thesisinquiry@montclair.edu\">thesisinquiry@montclair.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"margin:0\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate-students\/about\/the-graduate-school-staff\/\" style=\"color:#D1190D;text-decoration:underline\">View our full Staff Directory.<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This is a copy of the newsletter sent on September 11, 2025. 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