Your Montclair Connection Comes with Benefits
From career resources and professional connections to exclusive discounts, lifelong learning opportunities and ways to stay connected to campus, discover your Montclair State University alumni perks.
Your Red Hawk journey does not end when you leave campus. It is a lifelong connection to a community that continues to grow with you.
More than 160,000 Montclair alumni across all 50 states and more than 96 countries make up a vibrant global community of leaders, innovators and changemakers. Wherever life takes you, you remain part of the Montclair community.
Stay Connected. Get Involved. Discover What Is Next.
The Office of Alumni Engagement offers opportunities to stay connected at every stage of life, from professional networking and lifelong learning to volunteering, mentoring and more. Explore alumni affinity and networking groups, discover meaningful ways to give back and take advantage of the many benefits available to you as an alum.
MONTCLAIRconnect: Tap Into Your Alumni Network
MONTCLAIRconnect is your exclusive alumni community where you can build meaningful connections, expand your network, discover career resources and connect with fellow Red Hawks at every stage of your professional journey.
Through MONTCLAIRconnect, you can search for fellow alumni by industry, company, location, class year and more. Whether you are looking to expand your professional network, explore career opportunities or offer mentorship to the next generation of Red Hawks, this platform makes it easier to find the connections and resources that matter to you.
“MONTCLAIRconnect is a remarkable resource for alumni,” adds Jeanne Marano, associate vice president for Annual Giving and Alumni Engagement. “Whether you’re looking to expand your network, find or be a mentor, discover new professional opportunities or reconnect with classmates, MONTCLAIRconnect makes it easy to stay engaged with the Montclair community. We invite all alumni to jump in, explore, connect and discover all that MONTCLAIRconnect has to offer!”
Stay Connected With Gmail for Life
Why let your Montclair connection end at graduation? Through Gmail for Life, a benefit available through MONTCLAIRconnect, alumni can create a free, permanent @alumni.montclair.edu email address that keeps them connected to the University and their fellow alumni wherever life takes them.
Whether you’re building your career, relocating, traveling or reconnecting with old friends, your Montclair email is a simple way to keep the University close. It’s more than an email address—it’s a lasting link to the Montclair community and the memories, relationships and experiences that make your Montclair connection yours for life.
Share What You Know. Make a Difference.
Looking to give back? Join the Flash Mentorship Group in MONTCLAIRconnect, a community that gives alumni the opportunity to connect with fellow Red Hawks who have raised their hands to serve as mentors. Whether you’re looking for advice or ready to share your own experience, you can exchange valuable insights, guidance and career perspectives across industries and companies. The commitment is simple: Join the group, share your professional journey and respond when fellow alumni reach out.
Your Alumni Network, Wherever You Go
And now, staying connected is even easier! The mobile app puts your alumni community and exclusive resources right at your fingertips, wherever you go. Download the PeopleGrove app from the App Store or Google Play, select Montclair State University as your institution, and log in or create your account. From there, start connecting with fellow alumni, exploring resources and discovering opportunities right from your phone. Be sure to activate your Gmail for Life account and become a Flash Mentor on the platform!
Enjoy Exclusive Alumni Discounts
Your Alumni ID Card is an easy way to identify yourself as a member of the Montclair alumni community. Request your card today and start exploring the benefits available to you.
From saving on everyday expenses to accessing resources on campus, your alumni benefits are designed to help you stay connected to Montclair long after graduation.
- Alumni Discounts - including discounted Recreation Center membership,hotels, rental cars, resorts and more.
- Insurance Benefits - access insurance benefits and discounts, including home and auto, dental and vision, pet and travel insurance.
- Campus Resources - utilize the many resources across campus including Sprague Library, University Hall Computer Lab and the Center for Writing Excellence.
Come Back. Connect. Celebrate.
There’s always something happening in the Red Hawk community! From Homecoming and reunions to alumni panels, department events, lectures, networking socials and the Annual Wine Tasting, there are countless ways to get involved, make connections and celebrate what it means to be a Red Hawk. Join us on campus or at an event in your community to reconnect with classmates, grow your professional network, discover new ideas and make new memories. Come back, get connected and keep the Red Hawk spirit flying!
Your Time. Your Impact. Explore Volunteer Opportunities Tailored for You.
Volunteering is one of the most meaningful ways alumni can stay connected to their alma mater while giving back to the community that helped shape their journey. Whether you have an hour a month or a few days a year, there’s a place for you among Montclair’s dedicated alumni volunteers. These roles don’t just help current students—they strengthen the alumni community, open professional doors and allow you to stay involved with the heart of what makes Montclair special: its people.
Whether you’re five years out or fifty, the Montclair spirit never fades—and neither does your impact. Montclair offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities that fit every schedule, interest and passion, including serving on advisory boards, speaking at events, mentoring students or helping out at signature events.
Career Mentorship and Networking
Share your expertise through Montclair’s Career Services programs. Alumni volunteers host mock interviews, review resumes and participate in career panels that give students a glimpse into real-world paths. Post job and internship opportunities through Handshake.
Help at Events - Or Bring Montclair to Your Neighborhood
Help bring Montclair events to life by volunteering behind the scenes at Homecoming, Reunion and other signature events. Or, bring the Montclair spirit to your own community by hosting a regional gathering and creating opportunities for fellow Red Hawks to connect where you live.
Whether you’re lending a hand at an event or bringing alumni together in your neighborhood, it’s a great way to meet fellow alumni, support the University and stay connected to what’s happening across the Montclair community.
Affinity Networks
Help build connections among alumni who share your background, interests or experiences. Whether you’re helping plan an event, welcoming new members or fostering connections within a shared-interest group, your leadership can help create a stronger, more connected alumni community. Explore opportunities to get involved with:
We Would Love to Hear From You!
Your Montclair connection is lifelong, and the Office of Alumni Engagement is here to help you make the most of it. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with classmates, grow your network, mentor a student, volunteer at an event or simply find a new way to stay involved, we’d love to help you find an opportunity that’s right for you.
Reach out to the Office of Alumni Engagement at 973-655-4141 or alumni@montclair.edu.
Come back. Get connected. Get involved. And keep the Red Hawk spirit flying.
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