Office of Community Engagement and Partnerships
In 2023, President Koppell established the Office of Community Engagement and Partnerships (OCEP) as Montclair State University's central hub for community engagement. We work across the entire University to connect campus resources, knowledge, and people with the communities we serve. We do this by listening to community-identified needs then developing meaningful actions, and by providing support services to students, faculty and staff engaged in meaningful outreach.
- Social Media
- communengage@montclair.edu
- Cole Hall, Third Floor – Room 348
- Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Our Purpose
The Office of Community Engagement and Partnerships is responsible for five core undertakings:
- Advancing the University's commitment to community engagement
- Ensuring Montclair University serves as a partner and resource to the region and state of New Jersey
- Coordinating the University's response to issues and concerns identified by the communities we serve
- Supporting faculty and staff in developing and delivering effective, lasting outreach and engagement activities
- Educating, empowering, and inspiring students to become informed, engaged citizens through meaningful participation in community engagement and public service programs.
To accomplish this, our team works closely with every major division of the University and brings together community-focused programs from across both academic departments and student life.
Want to get involved?
Students
If you're a student who's working to build a career in public service or someone just seeking a volunteering opportunity, you have a lot of options. Get engaged, give back, and make a difference in your own life and the lives of others Opportunities for Students!
Faculty
Montclair faculty members who seek to integrate community service and academic coursework, can participate in a Community-Engaged Teaching and Learning Fellowship for research and pedagogical development. We invite you to help fulfill Montclair’s mission of an engaged university.
Community
Community organizations and partners seeking to connect with Montclair State University faculty, students, and resources are invited to partner with us by completing our partner with us form. If you are looking to engage volunteers, we also encourage you to participate in our campus-wide Days of Service, including the 9/11 Day of Service, MLK National Day of Service, and Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week.
