Graduate Student Newsletter: September 2026

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This newsletter was originally sent on September 2, 2026. Some dates, deadlines, opportunities, contact information and links may no longer be current or available.

👋 Introducing the Graduate Center

You may notice something new this semester: The Graduate School is now the Graduate Center. But while our name has changed, our commitment to graduate students hasn’t. We’re still here to help you begin the semester with confidence, connect with the right resources and opportunities, and find support when you need it.

👉 Check out the Graduate Center on Inside.Montclair

✨ What’s Inside

  • 📌 Important Dates
  • 📅 Upcoming Events
  • 🏁 New to Montclair? Start Here
  • 💪 Be a Strong Graduate Student
  • 📢 Opportunities & Employment
  • ✍️ Academic Support
  • 🧠 Mental Health & Counseling Services
  • 💬 Graduate Student Spotlight
  • 🛟 Find Support at the Graduate Center

📌 Important Dates

Graduate school moves fast. Make sure you’re on track!

  • Friday, September 4: Last day to add a Session A or Session B course, or drop a course at 100% adjustment.
  • Monday, September 7: Labor Day. No classes held.
  • Wednesday, September 9: Last day to drop a Session B course at 50% adjustment.
  • Monday, September 14: Deadline to waive or purchase University health insurance.
  • Thursday, September 24: Last day to drop a Session A course at 50% adjustment.
  • Wednesday, September 30: Last day to enroll in the four-month tuition payment plan.
  • Wednesday, September 30: Last day to withdraw from Session B.

👉 View more Important Dates.

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📅 Upcoming Events

Check out this month's featured events for graduate students.

Academic & Research Workshops

Career Development

Thesis & Doctoral Support

 👉 Find more Events for Graduate Students!

🏁 New to Montclair? Start Here

If you’re starting your graduate journey this semester, welcome! And thank you to everyone who joined us for Graduate Student Orientation and Foundations of Graduate Student Success.

Missed a session or want to revisit something? These are three great places to start:

💪 Be a Strong Graduate Student

  • Week 1 – Set the Tone for Success: Arrive a few minutes early, put away distractions or try handwritten notes.
  • Week 2 – Create a Keep-Going Plan: Block out time for coursework and breaks, identify what helps when you feel overwhelmed or choose someone you can check in with.
  • Week 3 – Practice Effective Time Management: Review your schedule each week and use a calendar, to-do list or reminders to stay ahead.
  • Week 4 – Seek Academic Feedback: Visit office hours, talk with a peer or connect with your advisor or another campus resource.
  • Week 5 – Take Care of Your Health: Prioritize sleep, get some fresh air, connect with people you care about or use campus health and wellness resources.

👉  Review the full week-by-week campaign for more ideas on how to put each goal into practice.

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📢 Opportunities & Employment

Discover ways to build experience, grow professionally and earn while you learn.

University Employment

Leadership & Service

Academic Funding

👉 Explore more opportunities for graduate students.

✍️ Academic Support

Graduate-level coursework can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone.

👉 Access more free campus resources.

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🧠 Mental Health & Counseling Services

It’s normal to feel overwhelmed at the start of a new semester. If you could use a little extra support right now, free and confidential mental health resources are available.

  • Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS): Free, confidential counseling and mental health support for Montclair students. 
  • Let’s Talk: Free, informal drop-in conversations with a CAPS counselor, available in person and online with no appointment required.
  • Uwill Teletherapy: Free teletherapy for enrolled students, with flexible day, evening and weekend appointment options.

💡 Did You Know?

Common Ground is a free four-week wellness program that can help you feel more connected, less stressed and better prepared to manage the demands of graduate school. You’ll build practical skills in self-care, stress management, time management and communication while connecting with other students.

The Fall session runs September 18-October 15, with several weekly meeting times available. Graduate students are encouraged to select the Friday, 4-5:15 p.m. group, led by graduate-level Peer Mentors, if it fits their schedule.

👉 Learn more and sign up by September 13.

💬 Graduate Student Spotlight

Published your research?  Presented at a conference? Earned an award? Started a new role? Reached a milestone you’re proud of? We want to celebrate with you!

Share your wins with Alexa Spear, Communications Coordinator for the Graduate Center, at speara@montclair.edu to be featured in our next newsletter.

🛟 Find Support at the Graduate Center

We’re here to help you navigate graduate life at Montclair, connect with resources and find the support you need along the way.

📍 Location: NURS, Suite 487
🕒 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
✉️ Email: gradcenter@montclair.edu
📞 Phone: 973-655-5205
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