Statement on the Passing of N.J., Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr.

fraserja — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 17:34:07 +0000

I am deeply saddened by the loss of a true leader, whose commitment to the people of Paterson and New Jersey was readily apparent to all who interacted with him. Bill Pascrell’s numerous accomplishments and contributions are well-known to elected officials and journalists. What struck me about him was his sheer joy for the job, the opportunity to represent New Jerseyans in the U.S Congress. He relished the chance to make a difference in this way, and still loved interacting with constituents young and old. A lifelong Paterson resident, a 27 year veteran of Congress and a veteran of the U.S. Army, Bill was a role model for his community and a model of what elected public service can look like. The image of Congressman Pascrell respectfully, and intently, engaging student artists at the annual presentation awards at ��vlog is etched upon my brain. My condolences go out to his family and to all those who cherished him.

University Counsel Mark Fleming to Retire in May

ostergaardr — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 14:35:06 +0000

Dear Faculty and Staff,

I want to extend my congratulations to University Counsel Mark Fleming, who has announced his retirement effective May 21, 2022, after a distinguished 41-year legal career.

Widely respected across the State of New Jersey, Mark has spent his entire career in public service, having served 22 years in the Attorney General’s Office, first as a Deputy Attorney General and then as an Assistant Attorney General. Mark was then elevated to the position of Deputy Chief Counsel, wherein he served two Governors with distinction. Governor Codey, in acknowledgment of his expertise and contributions to the State of New Jersey, appointed him to serve as a New Jersey Superior Court Judge. He was reappointed with tenure by Governor Christie.

The University and the Board of Trustees have been fortunate to be able to count on Mark’s wise counsel for the past seven plus years. His contributions have been central in the University’s development, the most significant of which were associated with the passage of legislation designating the University a Public Research Institution.

The University will conduct a national search for Mark’s replacement.

Although he will continue to work to advance Montclair State’s interests throughout the semester, please join me in wishing Mark and his family the brightest of futures during a well-deserved retirement.

Jonathan Koppell

President

Government Relations – Office of the President

Statement on the Passing of N.J., Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr.

University Counsel Mark Fleming to Retire in May