Tuesday, September 3 | 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Hepburn Hall Front Lawn

Start school off with a bang! It's a day of carnival games, rides, activities, food and more!

Happy Labor Day! NJCU is closed on September 2 to celebrate the social and economic achievements of American workers.

Best wishes to all of our students for a successful semester!

Welcome Back Bash: Carnival Theme
Tuesday, September 3 | 1:30-4:30 p.m.

See Spotlight Events for more information.

Tuesday, September 3 | 5-6 p.m.
Raines Plaza

Cool off with some ice cream and conversation with our SAB Team!

Tuesday, September 3 | 6-8 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union, First Floor Lobby

Come get hypnotized and enjoy the show with our Hypnotist Brian Imbus.

Wednesday, September 4 | 12-2 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union, First Floor Lobby

Show off your Pool skills in our annual tournament. For bragging rights and prizes!

Wednesday, September 4 | 7-10 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union, Second Floor, Multipurpose Room

Join star of Wild N' Out, Chico Bean for a night of comedy!

Are you an international student with dreams of pursuing graduate business programs at NJCU? Your journey begins here! Our School of Business advisor is ready to guide you through our offerings and special partnerships designed for international students. Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your journey toward an enriching graduate experience at NJCU.

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181.

We can't wait to welcome you to NJCU and support your academic aspirations!

Thursday, September 5 | 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union, First Floor, Lobby

Enjoy free donuts of all flavors for all commuters

Thursday, September 5 | 6-10 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union, Patio

Dress as your decade for this this party featuring DJ Wallah.

🚨 September 6: Summer I: 15-Week Session Deadline for faculty to submit final grades.

For more information visit the Academic Calendars page.

Friday, September 6 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
All Over Campus

You'll have one minute to win at Cornhole for a chance at prizes

Saturday, September 7 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Off Campus

Join us for ths off-campus trip to the Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark! Free for NJCU students. Follow SABNJCU on Instagram to secure tickets.

Saturday, September 7 | 10 a.m.
John J. Moore Athletics and Fitness Center

The NJCU women's volleyball team plays its second tri-match at home this season, taking on the Devils of FDU-Florham in match No. 1. After the match, FDU-Florham and Bryn Mawr will play a neutral-court match at NJCU at 12 p.m. Admission is always free for NJCU women's volleyball.

Saturday, September 7 | 1 p.m.
Robert L. McNulty Memorial Soccer Field at the Thomas M. Gerrity Athletic Complex
Route 440 South, Jersey City, N.J.

The Gothic Knight women's soccer team plays its first home game of the 2024 season when it hosts John Jay. Admission is always free for NJCU women's soccer.

Saturday, September 7 | 2 p.m.
John J. Moore Athletics and Fitness Center

In the second match of the day for NJCU, the Gothic Knights face the Bryn Mawr College at 2 p.m. Admission is always free for NJCU women's volleyball.

No events scheduled.

Monday, September 9 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Science Building, Room 123

Monday, September 9 | 2-3 p.m.
Science Building, Room 123

Join us for a chance to build your LinkedIn network.

Monday, September 9 | 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union, First Floor Lobby

Come meet all the clubs and organizations on campus for a chance to get involved!

Open Gym Hours Monday through Friday 8:00 - 10:30 a.m.

ALL SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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

Beginning on September 3, the NJCU Dunkin' Donuts location on the first floor of the Guarini Library will offer expanded weekday operating hours:

Monday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The location will be closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Attention Class of 2025 graduates! Save the dates below for your senior portraits and get ready to capture these unforgettable moments. Let’s go, Gothic Knights!

Senior Portrait Schedule

2024
Monday–Friday, October 7–11
Monday–Friday, November 18–22

2025
Monday–Friday, February 17–21
Monday–Friday, March 17–21 
Monday–Friday, April 14–18 
Monday–Friday, May 5–9

Please check your NJCU email regularly for updates on time and location.

NJCU Class of 2024! Congratulations on your graduation! We'd love to hear more about your next steps. This information helps us to not only see where you're going but will also assist future NJCU students in navigating their career paths.

If you are still trying to figure out what you want to do next, please know the Center for Career and Professional Development is here for you. Please click here to locate your career counselor to make an appointment. You don't have to do this alone.

Attention NJCU Faculty, don't miss this opportunity to apply for a Fulbright U.S. Scholar Award. NJCU is a three-time HSI Fulbright leader.

Please contact Dr John Donnellan, NJCU Fulbright Liaison, at jdonnellan@njcu.edu, with any questions. For more information, visit https://fulbrightscholars.org/us-scholar-awards.

The housing applications for Summer 2024, Fall 2024, and Spring 2025 are still open to all students. Secure your spot today. Apply now!

https://njcu.erezlife.com/

Have you been looking for the moment to fulfill your career dreams in a new field or advance in your current industry? Our online courses allow you to earn the industry-recognized certification you need to achieve your new career dreams. For further details, contact conted@njcu.edu.

Career Training: https://careertraining.njcu.edu/training-programs/
Career Training (Spanish Programs): https://njcu.edu2.com/
6-week Fundamental Courses: https://www.ed2go.com/njcu/

Discover the flexibility of starting your journey towards a medical certification from home with NJCU! We offer courses in both English and Spanish to suit your needs. Register now to kickstart your medical career. For inquiries, reach out to conted@njcu.edu.

The NJCU Department of Psychology is seeking non-U.S. born Hispanic immigrant parents raising a child aged 5-10 to volunteer in an online parental survey of 20-30 minutes. Responses are anonymous and will help the investigators understand challenges faced by migrant families in the U.S. Results will be disseminated for peer-review and used for intervention and training programs.

If you are over the age of 18 and interested, please click on the link to read the consent form for more information.

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 and 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.

Vaccines are provided at no cost to all individuals. Walk-ins are welcome. Updated 2023-2024 formulas of the Moderna and Pfizer COVID vaccines are offered at all vaccination clinics for anyone six months and older. Free flu vaccines are also available for individuals 18 years of age or older.

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.

"Find Your Belonging" is a cultural showcase at NJCU celebrating our diverse student community. Join us for interactive tabling, cultural performances, resource sharing, and visits to identity-based spaces. Enjoy refreshments and music as we create an inclusive environment where every student can thrive and bring their whole self.

Co-sponsored by: Student Activity Board, Center for Leadership and Engagement, NJCU Dance Club, Counseling, Sociology, Black Alumni, Administrators, Faculty,  Students and Staff Organization (BAAFSSO), LATI Center, World Languages and Cultures, and Gender, Africana, and Latin American Studies (GALA). 

NJCU Faculty and Staff: Dive into your retirement investments and planning strategies with Dave Ramsumair of Voya Financial Advisors. To schedule an appointment, email Dave directly at d.ramsumair@voyafa.com.

Join our Zoom session to learn about NJCU's counselor education programs. Get an overview of the graduate programs, coursework, career outcomes, faculty, and alumni highlights.

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181.

Join the NJCU community for this important academic tradition as we celebrate our 43rd Annual Academic Convocation in celebration of the 2024-2025 academic year. 

Our Keynote speaker, State Senator Angela McKnight, the first African American Assemblywoman for New Jersey’s 31st District, is a trailblazing leader representing Bayonne and Jersey City. As the founder and CEO of AngelaCARES, she empowers seniors, caregivers, and youth in her community. A passionate advocate and mentor, Senator McKnight is a former adjunct faculty member at NJCU and instructs at the Rising Tide Capital Community Business Academy. Her dedication to service and education continues to inspire and uplift those around her.

Faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to wear NJCU spirit wear or green and gold for the event. Please come and be part of this important tradition.

Professor Jim Broderick is coming to the TRiO Learning Community (TLC) to teach students the ins and outs of becoming a successful student here at NJCU. Join us to learn more about communicating effectively with your professors, asking questions, and scheduling meetings.

Join us as NJCU dedicates a ribbon cutting to rename The Children's Learning Center in honor of Dr. Jo Anne Juncker, a pioneer in urban early childhood education. Her legacy lives on through the center, which continues to serve 60 children each semester and support students in underserved communities.

Discover NJCU's Multicultural Leadership programs! Learn about graduate programs, career outcomes, faculty, and alumni.

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181.

Learn more about NJCU's Department of Multicultural Leadership programs by attending our Educational Leadership Virtual Information Session via Zoom. Join faculty and staff to get an overview of the following graduate programs and learn more about our engaging coursework, career outcomes, faculty and alumni highlights, and more!

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181.

Manuel Acevedo, Jump!, 1983, Silver gelatin print.

Lente Latine/Latin Lens sheds light on recent works by Latin American photographers based on the east coast. Curated by the photographer Natali Bravo-Barbee, the exhibition highlights these artists’ exploration of their ancestral roots, cultural identity, and diasporic communities through varied photographic techniques.

Featured artists are: Manuel Acevedo, Carlos Alejandro, Lizzy Alejandro, Jacqueline Herranz Brooks, Monica Flores, Juan C. Giraldo, Orestes Gonzalez, Cesar Melgar, Qiana Mestrich, Josephina Moran, William Riera, Gabriel Garcia Roman, and Dakota Santiago.

Anne Strauss-Wieder, Former President of the U.S. Supply Chain Council

Join us to address challenges in Korea's exports and investments to the U.S. due to global supply chain risks. The Korea Maritime Institute (KMI) promotes economic development through research collaboration with U.S. universities, government agencies, and private companies. The event will feature Anne Strauss-Wieder, former president of the U.S. Supply Chain Council.

Are you an international student with dreams of pursuing graduate business programs at NJCU? Your journey begins here! Our School of Business advisor is ready to guide you through our offerings and special partnerships designed for international students. Don't miss this opportunity to kickstart your journey toward an enriching graduate experience at NJCU. 

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181.

We can't wait to welcome you to NJCU and support your academic aspirations!

Learn more about NJCU's Special Education programs by attending our Special Education Virtual Information Session via Zoom. Join faculty and staff to get an overview of the following graduate programs and learn more about our engaging coursework, career outcomes, faculty and alumni highlights, and more!

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181. 

Are you interested in cybersecurity? With the increased number of internet users worldwide, cybersecurity is critical in today's world because of security threats and cyberattacks across our nation. The Professional Studies Department at NJCU developed a program to prepare students to protect themselves, large corporations, and government agencies against cyberattacks. Join us to learn about our *new* M.S. in Cybersecurity Program at NJCU! Meet with Admissions and cybersecurity representatives to learn about program details, including curriculum, career outcomes, and what to expect during your duration in the program.

Learn more about our Teaching, Learning, & Literacy programs. Join faculty and staff for this virtual event via Zoom to get an overview of the following graduate programs, and learn more about our engaging coursework, career outcomes, faculty and alumni highlights, and more!

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181.

Take the Next Step: Propel your career forward with our comprehensive range of graduate business programs at NJCU. Get the knowledge and skills you need to excel in today's dynamic business world. The School of Business program coordinator at NJCU is hosting an information session to answer your questions and help you take the next step toward pursuing your degree. Join us and learn about what NJCU has to offer! 

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181.

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

Please Save the Date and join us for an evening to celebrate our distinguished honorees, applaud remarkable student achievements, and bolster our critical mission.

Proceeds will benefit the NJCU Foundation and its mission of supporting the University and its students.

Explore the Future: Dive into the exciting world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) at NJCU! Our cutting-edge degree programs prepare you for success in the fastest-growing industries. The School of Business program coordinator at NJCU is hosting an information session to answer your questions and help you take the next step toward pursuing your degree. Join us and learn about what NJCU has to offer!

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181. 

Are you interested in starting a M.S. in Accounting or becoming a CPA? Join us at this event to learn more! Our School of Business advisor will provide an overview of our Accounting program.

Our virtual session will cover curriculum, admissions requirements, graduate student resources, career opportunities and more.

Attendees will receive a special application fee waiver code.

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181.

We are excited to announce our Fall 2024 Graduate College of Education Summer Virtual Open House. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity for you to gain insights, connect with faculty, and explore the possibilities that await you.

Faculty Panel Discussion: Hear from our distinguished faculty on the latest in education, gaining valuable insights and discovering innovative approaches.

Department Break-Out Sessions: Join interactive sessions with department reps to explore advanced teaching, research, and specialized tracks for your academic journey.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with faculty, students, and peers in a dynamic virtual setting to build lasting academic and professional relationships.

Are you currently majoring in Accounting at the undergraduate level? Join us at this event to learn more! Our School of Business advisor will provide an overview of our Bridge program.

Our virtual session will cover curriculum, admissions requirements, graduate student resources, career opportunities and more. Attendees will receive a special application fee waiver code.

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181.

Learn more about NJCU's Educational Technology programs by attending our Educational Technology Virtual Information Session via Zoom. Join faculty and staff to get an overview of the following graduate programs and learn more about our engaging coursework, career outcomes, faculty and alumni highlights, and more!

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181.

Join us for the Doctoral Reception to explore NJCU’s Educational Technology Leadership Ed.D. program. Meet faculty, alumni, and students, and learn about our courses, tuition, and financial aid. This three-year, cohort-based program combines online education with a one-week summer institute for hands-on learning and collaboration.

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181. 

Are you interested in starting a MBA program this year? The School of Business program coordinator at NJCU is hosting an information session to answer your questions and help you take the next step toward pursuing your degree. Join us and learn about what NJCU has to offer!

Have Questions? Contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at gradadmissions@njcu.edu. You can also text with us at 551-214-1181. 

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