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    1. Press Release

      University Names Amy S. Thompson Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences

      Amy S. Thompson, PhD, has been named Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Montclair State University, effective July 8

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    2. Featured News

      Montclair welcomes students and faculty from Austria to learn about human trafficking

      Students and faculty from the University of Graz Law School in Austria visited Montclair State University for the third year in a row from October 27th-30th, as part of a Criminal and Public Law Perspectives class on Transnational Crime and Justice – Human Trafficking.

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    3. Notices & Announcements

      CHSS Restructuring: Your Questions Answered

      Planning has been underway for several months regarding a restructuring of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS).

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    4. In the Media

      Daniela Peterka-Benton featured on NJ Spotlight News

      Daniela Peterka-Benton, Director of the Global Center on Human Trafficking, was featured on a NJ Spotlight News segment to discuss the World Cup and how major sporting events create opportunities for exploitation and human trafficking.

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    5. 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.

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    6. 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

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    7. 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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    8. 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.

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    9. 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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    10. 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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