Welcome to Edition 190 of This Week at NJCU for the week of January 19, 2026. This once-weekly publication will inform the university community about all events happening each week over the next 8 days on campus + future events to add to your calendar.

To submit your event for the January 26, 2026 edition, please use the form at the bottom of this communication. All listed times are Eastern Standard Time (EST). All events are in-person unless otherwise noted as online, via Zoom, or hybrid.

Connect with us at communications@njcu.edu.

Beginning this week, This Week at NJCU will expand into two editions to better serve our campus community. Due to the newsletter's continued growth and success, we are splitting content to make it easier for you to find the information you need.

The Monday edition will focus exclusively on upcoming events, giving you a comprehensive look at what's happening on campus each week. Our new midweek edition will feature university announcements, news, and important updates.

We appreciate your continued readership and hope this new format will make This Week at NJCU even more useful for staying connected to campus life. You will still use the same form to submit your announcements.

Join us for a special brunch bringing together students, alumni and community members interested in music, media, and the business behind the sound.

This event will spotlight the GRAMMY U Program and offer a chance to meet and network with GRAMMY Award winners and nominees who are shaping today’s music industry.

What to Expect:

Application Deadline: Sunday, January 25, 2026

The Council on Hispanic Affairs is pleased to announce the Hugo Morales Endowed Scholarship for the Spring 2026 semester. This scholarship supports Hispanic and Latinx students who demonstrate academic excellence, humility, and a commitment to service. Please forward this communication to any of your eligible students. 

Scholarship Awards 

To apply, you must: 

We encourage all eligible students to apply and take advantage of this opportunity. We look forward to celebrating the accomplishments of Hispanic and Latinx students in our community.

If you have any questions, please contact us at CHA@njcu.edu. 

Classes are not in session today as NJCU commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., reflecting on his courageous legacy, commitment to social justice, and advocacy for enduring racial equality that remains an enduring inspiration.

Faculty and Staff: Every Tuesday at 1 p.m.
Students: Every Wednesday at 2 p.m.

See Continuing Events for more information

Every Wednesday at 2:30 p.m.

See Continuing Events for more information

The Gothic Knight women's basketball team controlled Ramapo College defensively in the first meeting between the schools on November 25, winning 51-42. As NJCU pushes to make the New Jersey Athletic Conference tournament, come see if the Knights can sweep the season series from the Roadrunners.

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 • 7:30 p.m.
John J. Moore Athletics and Fitness Center 
Coach Charlie Brown Court   

In a gritty, down-to-the-wire battle to open New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) play, the NJCU men's basketball team edged Ramapo College, 66–64, on November 25 in Mahwah. It's time for the rematch as these teams tangle on Coach Charlie Brown Court in Jersey City in the final meeting as NJAC opponents for these two storied rivals.

An Exclusive Invitation: NJCU Grammy U Brunch

Thursday, January 22, 2026 • 1 p.m.

Gilligan Student Union Room 129
See Spotlight Events for more information

No Events Scheduled

Rowan took the first meeting between the schools on December 6. Can NJCU get redemption in the rematch? It's the Gothic Knights and Profs in this New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) home game.

In a rivalry that has been going since the 1930s, NJCU and Rowan meet for the final time as New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) opponents. No two programs have won more conference championships in the history of the league. Since the 1957-58 season, NJCU has won an all-time record 13 conference championships. Rowan, formerly known as Glassboro State, has won 12 titles. NJCU won the first meeting between the teams back on December 6, 85-72, exploding for 50 points in the second half.

After basketball ends, it's time for the women to grapple! The Gothic Knight women's wrestling program will host a quad meet as the welcome the University of Bridgeport, Delaware State University, and New England College. This is the final scheduled home meet for NJCU women's wrestling this year. Check out this trailblazing program one final time.

Application Deadline: Sunday, January 25, 2026

See Spotlight Events for more information

NJCU will face the five-time defending CUNYAC conference champion Brooklyn College Bulldogs in the final non-conference game of the season. 

Every Wednesday • 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union Room 327

Join our weekly drop-in support group - no appointment needed, no commitment required. Every week, students gather to share real experiences, learn practical stress-management techniques, and discover you're not alone in navigating college challenges.

Whether you're dealing with academic pressure, relationship stress, or just feeling overwhelmed, this is your space to connect authentically with peers who understand. Drop in anytime during our weekly sessions. Stay for 20 minutes or the full hour - whatever works for your schedule and comfort level. Every voice is valued and every student belongs.

This fall, take a midweek pause to refresh your spirit! Join us every Tuesday at 1 p.m. in Vodra Hall Room 101 (Conference Room D). Online Option Available on Teams.

Come connect with colleagues, share fellowship, and grow in faith together. As a community, we’re here to support one another. If you have a Prayer Request, you’re invited to submit it using this form. All requests are kept entirely anonymous.

For more Information, contact Monica Almonor at malmonor@njcu.edu. Follow CRU on Instagram at @njcucru.

No matter where you are in life—whether you’re just getting started or planning for retirement—a session with a financial consultant can help you create a plan for your goals. And, it’s at no additional cost as a part of your retirement plan. You’ll get answers to these questions and more:

Register your sessions at tiaa.org/schedulenow. For additional information, contact Nita Patel in the HR Department at npatel@njcu.edu.  

Save the date for the 9th Annual NJCU Pedagogy Day. This year's theme is "From Neurons to Narratives: Motivation, Anxiety & Teaching in the Brain-Aware Classroom."

Spend a vibrant day grounded in science and best current practices as we explore the human driving forces behind learning and forgetting, motivation and anxiety, and the deeper drives that make us human. Through expert and student panels and workshops, we will connect brain research to classroom realities, share practical strategies, and build a community of educators committed to compassionate, evidence-based teaching.

All faculty, staff, alumni, and students are warmly welcome.

If you have any questions or would like to contribute, please contact the event chair, Dr. Peri Yuksel, at pyuksel@njcu.edu

All events/announcements must be submitted no later than Wednesday at noon to be included in the weekly email newsletter that will be released on the following Monday.