Administrative Department

Health Promotion

Health Promotion provides education, outreach and resources to support student well-being and help you make informed decisions. Through programs, peer education and prevention initiatives, the office promotes a healthy campus community for students. Focus areas include: safer sex and sexuality, alcohol, cannabis and other drugs, tobacco, body image, mental health, stress and sleep.

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Health Promotion
healthpro@montclair.edu
973-655-5271
Montclair Campus, Drop-In Center
Montclair Campus, Student Center Annex, Room 205
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What We Offer

  • Educational programs and outreach
  • Peer Health Advocate program
  • Weekly workshops including meditation, crafts and discussion groups
  • Alcohol and Other Drug Program
  • Health Information Resource Center
  • Safer sex supplies and abstinence kits
  • Harm reduction supplies
  • One-on-one peer health conversations, information and referrals

Our Approach

Health Promotion uses evidence-based strategies and best practices to support student success and well-being. Efforts focus on:

  • Reducing health disparities
  • Expanding culturally competent services
  • Promoting prevention and healthy behaviors
  • Supporting the connection between health, retention and academic success

 

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Alcohol and Other Drug Program

The Alcohol and Other Drug Program is a comprehensive, evidence-informed initiative focused on preventing high-risk drinking and substance use. The program uses campus and community-based strategies to support education, awareness and healthier decision-making.

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Tobacco-Free Campus

Montclair State University is 100 percent tobacco and smoke free.

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Weekly Workshops

Mindfulness Meditation

Mondays, 12-12:30 p.m., Online.

Mindfulness Meditation is the practice of being self-aware with an extra focus on your breath. Open to all who are interested in learning about meditation and developing mindfulness in daily life. Participate with video or audio only.

Fireside Chats

Thursday, 3-4 p.m., Drop-In Center.

A space for you to meet, connect, and have a casual conversation about a given topic, or anything else that feels comfortable for everyone else. It can be about the school climate, student life in general or your favorite show.

Take-and-Make Craft Kits

Pick up at the Drop-In Center.

Take-and-Make craft kits are available for pick up at the Drop-In Center during business hours. While supplies last! FREE for students with a valid Montclair or Bloomfield campus ID.

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