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    1. Student Success Stories

      Driven by Advocacy and Empowerment, Johana Cruz Is Building Opportunities for the Next Generation

      The first-generation Master of Social Work student combines mentorship, youth programming and community advocacy to help young people build confidence and access new opportunities.

      A college student dressed in a red cap and gown sits on the floor between shelves in a library
    2. Student Success Stories

      Balancing Athletics, Academics and Ambition, Jessica Holler Built Her Own Definition of Success

      The first-generation Political Science major combined championship athletics, academic growth and hands-on community work to prepare for her next goal: law school

      A college student stands holding a mortarboard on an outdoor running track
    3. Student Success Stories

      From Mentorship to Advocacy, Anyllah Zackery Found Purpose in Psychology and Child Advocacy

      The first-generation student balanced three jobs, leadership roles and hands-on service experiences while discovering the confidence and purpose that will guide her future in social work and child advocacy.

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    4. Office of the President

      Announcing the Second Annual Red Hawk Recognition Day

      Dear Red Hawk Community, Over the past year, Montclair has continued to build momentum, growing in strength, reach and impact. What makes

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    5. Why Every War Becomes an Oil Crisis

      This article examines why modern geopolitical conflict repeatedly produces global energy and economic crises, even when military objectives are achieved.

      Resilience.org

    6. Why Every War Becomes an Oil Crisis: New Analysis by Jason Abbott

      New publication by Dr. Jason Abbott, Professor of Political Science and International Relations at Montclair State University: “The Paradox of Oil Security: Why Every War Becomes an Oil Crisis, and How to Escape It”
      Published in Resilience.org

      The article examines why modern geopolitical conflict repeatedly produces global energy and economic crises, even when military objectives are achieved. Drawing on recent tensions surrounding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, the piece argues that oil dependence itself has become a structural security vulnerability. It explores the relationship between war, energy infrastructure, supply chains, global markets, and political instability, while also considering how renewable energy and electrification may reduce future exposure to oil shocks.

      Resilience.org

    7. Student Success Stories

      From Curiosity to Calling: Rozhan Shafiezadeh’s Path to Psychology and Purpose

      A Psychology major with a passion for working with children and families, Shafiezadeh turned hands-on experience into a vision for her future in clinical care.

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    8. Event Highlights

      Rise Up: Finding Strength, Voice and Community Through Art

      As the academic year came to a close, CLaSE concluded its programming with an event that reflected the heart of its mission: creating spaces where stories, creativity, healing, and community can meet.

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    9. Event Highlights

      Watchung Hills Regional High School Students Visit Montclair, Italian-Style

      Continuing a years-old outreach tradition, the Italian Program hosted two Italian high school classes from Watchung Hills Regional High School.

      A large group of college students pose on a sidewalk outside an Italian restaurant
    10. Notices & Announcements

      Peter Flynn Directs World Premiere Workshop Off-Broadway

      Production also featured four current students and two alumni

      Headshot of Peter Flynn