This Week at NJCU

January 15-22, 2024

Welcome to Edition 98 of This Week at NJCU for January 15, 2024. This once-weekly Monday publication will inform the university community about all events happening each week over the next eight days on campus + future events to add to your calendar.

To submit your event for the January 22, 2024 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.

Spotlight Events

SPOTLIGHT EVENTS

Welcome Back Bash 

STUDENT ACTIVITIES BOARD (SAB)

Welcome Back Bash 

Tuesday, January 16 | 1-3 p.m. 
Gilligan Student Union lobby

There will be many different games and vendors, such as dog tags, spray paint hats, and a tiki for our students.

For more information, follow the Student Activities Board (SAB) on Instagram: @sabnjcu or tiktok: @njcusab

 
Welcome Week Help Desks, Spring 2024

DIVISION OF STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Welcome Week Help Desks, Spring 2024

January 16-19, & 22 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m.*
*Friday will end at 1:30 p.m.

Two Locations

CLE Desk, Gilligan Student Union, First Floor
Congressman Frank J. Guarini Library, First Floor Lobby

Join us in making Welcome Week a success! NJCU faculty, staff, and administrators are invited to lend a hand at the Help Desk. Click below to register and be part of this fantastic event.

Sign Up Now
 
Damaris Rodriguez of NJCU women's basketball

Join us for History!

ATHLETICS

Women's Basketball 🆚 Montclair State University

Wednesday, January 17 | 5:30 p.m.
John J. Moore Athletics and Fitness Center

Senior Damaris Rodriguez may break all-time NJCU scoring record!  

Senior All-American point guard Damaris Rodriguez enters the game with 1,670 career points and needs only four points to break NJCU's all-time women's basketball scoring record currently held by Monique Hemingway who scored 1,673 points from 1984-87 and 1988-89.

Be there for history! And stay for the doubleheader as NJCU's women host Montclair State at 5:30 p.m. and the men take on the Red Hawks in game two at 7:30 p.m.

 
John J. Moore Athletics and Fitness Center

New Announcement

JOHN J. MOORE ATHLETIC CENTER (JMAC)

JMAC Hours of Operation, Spring 2024

Day of the Week Fitness Center Pool
Monday 6:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. 8:00-10:00 a.m.
Tuesday 6:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. 8:00-10:00 a.m.
Wednesday 6:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. 8:00-10:00 a.m.
Thursday 6:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. 8:00-10:00 a.m.
Friday 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. CLOSED
Sunday 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. CLOSED

Open Gym Hours: Mondays-Thursdays, 8-10 a.m.*
*Additional open gym hours to be determined.

SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

Everyone MUST present a valid Gothic ID to enter the facility, no exceptions!

This Week at NJCU

THIS WEEK AT NJCU

MONDAY, JANUARY 15
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
University Closed

The university is closed today to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Please join us as we reflect on his courageous legacy, commitment to social justice, and advocacy for enduring racial equality that remains an enduring inspiration.

No events scheduled today

Please read a message to the community from Interim President Andrés Acebo

Message to the NJCU Community
TUESDAY, JANUARY 16
Students Walking on Campus

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR

Spring Semester Begins

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Please note payment and other important deadlines for the spring semester.

The Academic Calendar provides a summary of important dates to keep students, faculty and staff reminded of key dates throughout the academic semester. Please note calendar dates are subject to change at any time by official action of New Jersey City University.

Academic Calendar
Important Deadlines
 

Welcome Week Help Desks, Spring 2024
Tuesday, January 16 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

See Spotlight Events for more information.

 

Welcome Back Bash 
Tuesday, January 16 | 1-3 p.m.

See Spotlight Events for more information.

 
MLK Peace & Power Poetry Night

CENTER FOR LEADERSHIP AND ENGAGEMENT (CLE)

MLK Peace & Power Poetry Night

Tuesday, January 16 | 4-6 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union, Room 129

Student performances by Vale, Foday, and others! Special performance by Jeff Dess.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17

Welcome Week Help Desks, Spring 2024
Wednesday, January 17 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

See Spotlight Events for more information.

 
Welcome Back Bingo 

STUDENT ACTIVITIES BOARD (SAB)

Welcome Back Bingo 

Wednesday, January 17 | 12-2 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union lobby

We will be giving away the following rewards to our winners: Xbox, Oculus quest 2, 2 MacBook Air, JBL Speaker and a TV. 

For more information, follow the Student Activities Board (SAB) on Instagram: @sabnjcu or tiktok: @njcusab

 
Alliance BMI/Glucose/Blood Pressure Screening

HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER

Alliance BMI/Glucose/Blood Pressure Screening

Wednesday, January 17 | 12-3 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union lobby

 

The Cybersecurity Club 
Every Wednesday | 1-3 p.m.

See Continuing Events for more information.

 
Women's Basketball 🆚 Montclair

ATHLETICS

Women's Basketball 🆚 Montclair State

Wednesday, January 17 | 5:30 p.m.
John J. Moore Athletics and Fitness Center

See Spotlight Events for more information.

▶︎ Watch Live
Live Stats
🎟️ Tickets
 
Men's Basketball 🆚 Montclair

ATHLETICS

Men's Basketball 🆚 Montclair State

Wednesday, January 17 | 7:30 p.m.
John J. Moore Athletics and Fitness Center

▶︎ Watch Live
Live Stats
🎟️ Tickets
THURSDAY, JANUARY 18

TIAA Campus Visit 
Thursday, January 18 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

See Continuing Events for more information.

 

Welcome Week Help Desks, Spring 2024
Thursday, January 18 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

See Spotlight Events for more information.

 
Sneaker Ball

STUDENT ACTIVITIES BOARD (SAB)

Sneaker Ball

Thursday, January 18 | 6-10 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union Multipurpose Room

We have a great community of students who appreciate the craftsmanship of sneakers with varieties of brands. This event is the perfect time to show off those sneakers. Students will also get a chance to win Nicki Minaj or Davido concert tickets for free by entering a raffle. 

For more information, follow the Student Activities Board (SAB) on Instagram: @sabnjcu or tiktok: @njcusab

FRIDAY, JANUARY 19

Welcome Week Help Desks, Spring 2024
Friday, January 19 | 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

See Spotlight Events for more information.

 
Ice Skating at the Empire State Plaza

STUDENT ACTIVITIES BOARD (SAB)

Wild Weekend Ice Skating

Friday, January 19 | 12-4 p.m.
Empire State Plaza

This our first wild weekend of the semester. Contact SAB to purchase tickets. There will be a bus that takes students to and from the event. The plaza also includes a museum tour and a variety of food options.

For more information, follow the Student Activities Board (SAB) on Instagram: @sabnjcu or tiktok: @njcusab

SATURDAY, JANUARY 20
Women's Basketball 🆚 TCNJ

ATHLETICS

Women's Basketball 🆚 TCNJ

Saturday, January 20 | 1 p.m.
John J. Moore Athletics and Fitness Center

▶︎ Watch Live
Live Stats
🎟️ Tickets
 
Men's Basketball 🆚 TCNJ

ATHLETICS

Men's Basketball 🆚 TCNJ

Saturday, January 20 | 3 p.m.
John J. Moore Athletics and Fitness Center

▶︎ Watch Live
Live Stats
🎟️ Tickets
SUNDAY, JANUARY 21

No events scheduled.

MONDAY, JANUARY 22

Welcome Week Help Desks, Spring 2024
Monday, January 22 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m.

See Spotlight Events for more information.

 
Green & Gold Day

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA)

Green & Gold Day

Monday, January 22 | 2-4 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union Lobby

Join us for a fun-filled event and discover more about the clubs and organizations at NJCU.

Announcements

CONTINUING EVENTS

TIAA Campus Visit

HUMAN RESOURCES

TIAA Campus Visit

  • Thursday, January 18 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, February 13 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Wednesday, March 20 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Gilligan Student Union, Room 216

No matter where you are in life—just getting started or planning for retirement—a session with Joe Del Grande and Nancy Vandergoot 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:

  • Am I invested in the right mix of investments to help meet my goals?
  • Am I saving enough to create the retirement income I need?
  • How do I take income from my retirement account once I stop working?
 
HIV & STD Testing

HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER

HIV & STD Testing

with Hoboken Family Planning

Vodra Hall, Room 107

  • Tuesday, January 23 | 1-4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, February 13 | 1-4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, March 12 | 1-4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, April 9 | 1-4 p.m.
  • Tuesday, May 7 | 1-4 p.m.

Regular checkups as early detection can save lives.

For More Info
 
STD/HIV Testing

HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER

STD/HIV Testing

with RWJBH Medical Center

Mobile truck in Lot #4 (Last patient will be seen at 1:40 p.m.)

  • Thursday, January 25 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Thursday, February 29 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Thursday, March 28 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Friday, April 26 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Thursday, May 16 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
For More Info
 
2024 Advancing Hispanics & Latinos Fellowship Program

SCHOLARSHIP/FELLOWSHIP OPPORTUNITY

2024 Advancing Hispanics & Latinos Fellowship Program

Deadline for all fellowships: Monday, February 12, 2024

JPMorgan Chase & Co. has announced that the Advancing Hispanics and Latinos (AHL) Fellowship Program is now accepting applications! The Advancing Hispanics and Latinos (AHL) Fellowship Program offers a five-week paid, full-time summer fellowship held in select JPMorgan Chase & Co. offices.

The Fellowship Program is designed to attract undergraduate sophomores who are in interested in early exposure to financial services careers. JPMorgan Chase & Co. is committed to the advancement of individuals from underrepresented groups in this industry.

The Fellowship Program is seeking sophomore students, including, without limitation, Hispanic/Latino students, who are interested in exploring career opportunities at JPMorgan Chase. We are looking for dynamic Individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us grow and position our businesses for the future. All sophomores who are Interested in the Fellowship Program, regardless of background, are welcome to apply.

Apply Today
 
Fulbright Finland Arctic Initiative scholarship

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Fulbright Finland Arctic Initiative Scholarship

Deadline: March 1, 2024 

The Fulbright Arctic Initiative invites arctic experts from eight Arctic Council countries for a unique 18-month international research collaboration starting fall 2024. 19 experts will delve into Climate Change, Arctic Security, Mental Health. Alongside group work, scholars engage in Fulbright exchanges and seminars to bolster collaborative research.

Apply Now

If you have any questions please contact Dr. John Donnellan, Associate Professor/Chair of the NJCU Management Department, and NJCU Fulbright Liaison at jdonnellan@njcu.edu.

 
The Cybersecurity Club

COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

The Cybersecurity Club

Every Wednesday | 1-3 p.m.
Professional Security Studies, Room 438

Zoom

Join the Cybersecurity Club and become a guardian of the digital realm!

  • Learn about the latest cyber threats and security best practices
  • Network with professionals in the cybersecurity field
  • Contribute to real-world security projects

For more information email securitystudies@njcu.edu.

 
The JBJ Soul Kitchen

CAMPUS DINING

JBJ is Open

Monday-Friday | 12-3 p.m.
Closed: Saturday and Sunday
Gilligan Student Union, Second Floor

JBJ Soul Kitchen at NJCU offers all a three-course meal regardless of payment ability. Students can volunteer on-site or elsewhere. Dine by donating $12 or using Gothic Card Flex Plan. Open to students, faculty, and community for a shared experience and support.

For more information:

 JBJ Soul Kitchen
Campus Dining
 
Highlighting Support for Our Community

COUNSELING CENTER AND SPEICHER-RUBIN WOMEN'S CENTER FOR EQUITY AND DIVERSITY

Highlighting Support for Our Community

Recent events have deeply affected the Greenville NJCU community, impacting mental health. Acknowledging the distress, we're here to support, listen, and empathize. The Counseling Center & Speicher-Rubin Women's Center provide confidential services, including counseling, support groups, and assistance from Venida Rodman Jenkins, our victim advocate. Your mental health matters to us.

For more information:

Counseling Center
Speicher-Rubin Women's Center for Equity and Diversity
 
UWill Free Teletherapy for Students

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT & ENGAGEMENT

UWill FREE Teletherapy for Students

Student receive FREE immediate access to a therapist

Select a therapist that aligns with your personal preferences, including gender, language, ethnicity, and area of expertise. Additionally, choose a time that suits your schedule, whether it be during the day, night, or weekend. You can conveniently connect with them through video, phone, chat, or message.

Experiencing a mental health crisis?

Help is available 24/7/365 by contacting: 866-646-1526.

Sign Up Today
Coming Soon

COMING SOON...

The Universe of Ben Jones and Constellations

NJCU GALLERIES

The Universe of Ben Jones and Constellations

Opening Receptions: Saturday, January 27, 2024 | 3-6 p.m.
The Harold B. Lemmerman and Visual Arts Galleries

The Universe of Ben Jones 

Saturday, January 27-Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Explore six decades of Ben Jones' artistic evolution, unveiling rarely exhibited works addressing global issues, showcasing his unique visual language, and celebrating his legacy

Constellations

Saturday, January 27-Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Don't miss 17 artists mentored by Ben Jones exhibit their diverse works, extending their creative community beyond New Jersey, influenced by Jones and crafting their unique artistic realms.

Read More
 
OSS/SI to Visit Veterans Office

New Event

OFFICE OF MILITARY & VETERANS SERVICES

OSS/SI to Visit Veterans Office

Monday, January 29 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union, Room 127

The NJCU Office of Specialized Services and Supplemental Instruction (OSS/SI), which provides equal access to college programs through the provision of reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, will be spending the day in the Office of Military & Veterans Services. Please stop by with any questions on how they can assist you, as you navigate your academic career.

Some common concerns they can assist with include, but are not limited to, physical disabilities, mental health challenges, learning disabilities, and mild TBI's and PTSD.

Please stop by for more information.

 
Working - The Musical

CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Working - The Musical

  • Friday, February 2, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 3, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, February 4, 2024 | 3 p.m.
  • Saturday, February 10, 2024 | 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, February 11, 2024 | 3 p.m.

Margaret Williams Theatre, Hepburn Hall

Buy Tickets

Based on Studs Terkel's best-selling book of interviews, 'Working: People Talk About What They Do All Day", the musical offers a vivid portrayal of often-overlooked workers, including schoolteachers, delivery personnel, waitstaff, masons, and stay-at-home parents, among others. This localized production of "Working" delves into our own communities, sharing the stories of passionate individuals within our neighborhoods. Real-life interviews serve as the lyrical narrative through song and dialogue, shedding light on the lives of community creators.

For More Info
 
FREE Headshots

OFFICE OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

FREE Headshots

Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Session 1: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Session 2: 1-3 p.m.

Hepburn Hall, Room 112A (or 112D and walk to the back of the office)

The Office of Marketing and Communications is providing free professional headshots for you to use on your Faculty & Staff Directory pages or LinkedIn profile. Just stop by to see our university photographer, Paul Gargiulo. We'll offer these sessions at least one day each month, so if you can't make this one, check This Week at NJCU for future dates. 

 
Tavares Johnson

New Event

TRiO LEARNING COMMUNITY (TLC)

What Happens After You Are Hired?

Monday, February 12 | 2:30 p.m.
TLC Office, Hepburn Hall, Room 112E or Zoom

Come and join a TLC workshop, hosted by Tavares Johnson from NJCU's Office of Human Resources. We will be discussing everything you need to know when applying for a job and what to expect after you get hired.

Zoom
 
Graduate Nursing Program Information Sessions

GRADUATE ADMISSIONS

Graduate Nursing Program Information Sessions

Tuesday, February 13, 2024 | 5-6 p.m.
Online

Register Now

Join NJCU's virtual event to explore our specialized graduate nursing programs and take the next step in your nursing career. Whether you're a current nurse seeking specialization or a new career path, our programs provide the ideal educational foundation. We are excited to assist you in shaping your nursing career and making a positive impact in school healthcare settings.

Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu or via text at 551-214-1181.

 
TRiO & Treats: Info session

New Event

TRiO LEARNING COMMUNITY (TLC)

TRiO & Treats: Info Session

Tuesday, February 27 | 2 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union, Room 129 

Join TRIO's Spring semester informational session for some delicious treats and to learn more about what TLC has to offer. As part of TRIO week, we welcome staff, faculty, and students to join in on the fun and participate.

 
2023 8th Annual EOF High School Conference

OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

8th Annual EOF High School Conference

Thursday, March 21, 2024
9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union Building

 
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

MUSIC, DANCE, AND THEATRE

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Weekend One: April 5-7 | 7:30 p.m.
Weekend Two: April 12-14 | 7:30 p.m.

Margaret Williams Theatre, Hepburn Hall, Second Floor

General Admission: $25 | Students/Seniors: $15

Buy Tickets

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is an award-winning musical with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and lyrics by Tim Rice that reimagines the biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, his 11 siblings and the coat of many colors.

 
NJCU’s 2024 Commencement
A smiling graduate at NJCU's 2023 Commencement

COMMENCEMENT 2024

NJCU’s 2024 Commencement

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Morning Ceremony: 10 a.m. (Doors Open at 9 a.m.)
Afternoon Ceremony: 2 p.m. (Doors Open at 1 p.m.)

Red Bull Arena | Harrison, N.J.

Visit Our Commencement Website

At NJCU, Commencement provides our students an opportunity to celebrate their academic achievements with family, friends, faculty, alumni, and the entire University community.

This year, we will have a new venue to honor our graduates — Red Bull Arena in Harrison, N.J. — where we will gather for the first time on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 to celebrate the Class of 2024!

Specific information regarding Commencement celebratory opportunities and on obtaining Commencement regalia will be announced in the coming months.

This year, we will have two ceremonies. 

  • 10 a.m. Ceremony: All graduates from the School of Business and College of Professional Studies (Undergraduate, Graduate and Doctoral candidates).
  • 2 p.m. Ceremony: All graduates from the William J. Maxwell College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) and CAS/Education dual-degree recipients and the Deborah Cannon Partridge Wolfe College of Education (Undergraduate, Graduate, and Doctoral candidates)

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

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