Welcome to Edition 208 of This Week at NJCU for the week of May 25, 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 June 1, 2026 edition, please use the form at the bottom of this communication. All listed times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). All events are in-person unless otherwise noted as online, via Zoom, or hybrid.

Connect with us at communications@njcu.edu.

Sunday, May 31, 2026 • 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Vaughn-Eames Parking Lot • 1000 Morris Avenue • Union, NJ 07083

Join Kean University President Repollet to celebrate cars, style, and unity at Kean University's second annual car show, 'Rep Your Ride.' Enjoy great vehicles, food, music, and more. Register to showcase your car. All types are welcome.

Car Show Entry Fee: $25 | Free admission for spectators. 

All proceeds will benefit the NJCU Foundation, which will support students on the Kean Jersey City campus following the merger between the two institutions in Summer 2026. In compliance with IRS regulations, gifts to this event are tax deductible to the extent that the payment exceeds the fair market value of goods and services received.

Email presidentsevents@kean.edu to learn more about the event. For more information on sponsorships and registrations, please email foundation@njcu.edu 

May 14-28, 2026

NJCU Visual Arts Gallery
Visual Arts Building Lower Level, 100 Culver Ave.

Johanna Foster’s solo exhibition, Formidable Women, Dangerous Times, presents a powerful body of figurative paintings that summons the defiant spirit of fierce women in her communities, real and imagined, who have inspired courage and perseverance in devastating times. In a series of evocative portraits that range from larger-than-life renderings to small scale works, Johanna invites the viewer to bear witness to women’s capacity for personal and political resistance, and offers a space for connection, recognition, and healing. 

University Closed; No Events Scheduled Today.

On this Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation. As we reflect and pay tribute, please note that NJCU is closed in observance of this national holiday.

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
ABP Members: 12–12:30 p.m. • PERS Members: 1-1:30 p.m.
Virtual Event via Microsoft Teams

The Office of Human Resources will offer this session on May 26.

No events scheduled.

LAST DAY: Johanna Foster MFA Thesis Exhibition: Formidable Women, Dangerous Times

See Spotlight Events for more information.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 • 1-3:30 p.m.
Virtual Event via Zoom

When employment ends, you need to make important benefits decisions, including what to do about your pension account, health benefits, and life insurance. Join the NJDPB (New Jersey Division of Pensions & Benefits) for a live informational webinar to explore your available options. 

This webinar is open to all NJCU PERS, ABP, and DCRP Members and includes a Q&A period. Sessions are approximately 2 to 2.5 hours in duration.

Registration is required. Please click the link below to reserve your spot. This is a virtual event via Zoom.

The following additional dates are also available:

No events scheduled.

No events scheduled.

Kean University's 2nd Annual Car Show 'Rep Your Ride.'
Sunday, May 31, 2026 • 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

See Spotlight Events for more information.

No events scheduled.

June 29–July 23, 2026 • 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Hybrid Format

Join us for this 16-day hybrid math program offered by NJCU to help students complete prerequisite-level Math courses before the start of the Fall 2026 semester!

Tuition is FREE, but students must commit to the 16-day program as an investment in their education to test out of Math 100 or 112.

Deadline to Sign Up: Sunday, June 21, 2026, or sooner if the classes are filled.

For more information, contact: Prof. Chigr — fchigr@njcu.edu; Dr. Ding — yding@njcu.edu; or Dr. Teclezghi — bteclezghi@njcu.edu

Housing applications for the Fall 2026–Spring 2027 are now open! Apply early through eRezLife, complete all sections, review your contract, and submit your application fee.

Requirements include a completed FAFSA form, full-time registration, immunization records, and proof of insurance! Apply today at https://njcu.erezlife.com/

NJCU Students, as part of an ongoing needs assessment, we invite you to participate in a brief survey and share your feedback on the mental health services and campus climate at NJCU.

The survey includes 33 questions in multiple-choice and rank-order formats, along with a few open-ended questions at the end where you may share additional feedback. The survey should take approximately 10–15 minutes to complete.

Your participation is entirely voluntary, and you may exit the survey at any time without consequence. All responses are anonymous and will be used solely to enhance student support services and inform educational publications related to student well-being at NJCU. Please note that no financial or other incentives are offered for participation.

Your feedback is valuable in helping us strengthen mental health support and create a more supportive campus environment. We sincerely appreciate your time and input.

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 • 5 p.m.
Virtual Event

Ready to step into the classroom? 🍎 Join New Jersey City University for a virtual info session covering everything you need to know about earning your Certificate of Eligibility (CE), preparing for the Praxis Content exams, and exploring our Alternate Route programs in P-3, ESL, Elementary, and Secondary Education. 📚✨ Get expert guidance, learn about flexible course and endorsement options, and all attendees receive an application fee waiver code! 🎉

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 • 5-8 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union Multipurpose Rooms A & B

NJCU's Pride Center, in partnership with Hudson Pride Center, invites all gender diverse individuals to the Gender Affirming Boutique IV — a free shopping experience designed to help you affirm your gender with clothing and accessories at no cost.

This welcoming and affirming event is free for all gender diverse individuals. Registration is required — secure your spot today!

For more information, contact Gabriella Gomez at gabby@hudsonpride.org

Presented in partnership with NJCU Pride Center, NJCU Counseling Center, Garden State Equality, Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan New Jersey, edge, HiTOPS, LGBTQ+ Health & Wellness Center at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center, and Project TEA — Trans Empowerment in Action.

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 • 5 p.m.
Virtual Event

Ready to turn your passion for teaching into a New Jersey classroom career? 🍎🚀 Join New Jersey City University’s dynamic Zoom info session to explore our Alternate Route pathways in P-3, ESL, Elementary, and Secondary Education—and learn how to get certified faster and smarter. 📚✨

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 • 12–1 p.m.
Virtual Event via Zoom

This webinar by Creative Financial Group will outline and explore four potential options for your company's retirement assets, while highlighting the importance of making an informed decision. This event is a collaboration between the Kean and NJCU Offices of Human Resources and the Well-Being at Kean program.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 • 9-11:30 a.m.
Virtual Event via Zoom

This is a live, interactive web presentation designed for State PERS & TPAF Employees (PERS and TPAF members employed by a N.J. State department, State agency, State Institution, or a N.J. State College/University) who are planning to retire. This webinar takes a step-by-step approach to the retirement process and explains what happens after you submit your application. We explain your benefits, survivor options, group life insurance, loan repayment provisions, and the taxability of your pension. There is also a brief discussion of State Health Benefits Program (SHBP) coverage in retirement. This webinar is approximately 2 ½ to 3 hours in duration including a Q&A period.

Sponsored by the NJ Division of Pensions and Benefits. You will receive a Zoom link upon registration.

Thursday, June 18, 2026 • 5 p.m.
Virtual Event

💸🎓 Feeling overwhelmed by how to pay for grad school? Take charge of your future at the HESAA Graduate Financial Aid Workshop, where expert advisors will break down loans, repayment options, and funding resources—clearly and confidently. 🚀💡 Walk away empowered with smart borrowing strategies, personalized guidance, and the clarity you need to invest in you.

Gilligan Student Union Rooms 216-217
Tuesday, June 23 2026 • 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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 the HR Department at HR@njcu.edu.  

This summer, give high-achieving students in grades 7 through 11 the opportunity to explore, discover, and innovate at the NJCU STEAM Academy, a highly competitive program designed for gifted and talented students who are passionate about science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.

Through hands-on activities, experiments, and engaging instruction, students will build critical thinking skills while exploring exciting STEAM concepts in a collaborative learning environment.

Students will engage in interactive learning experiences that spark curiosity, creativity, and innovation, all while preparing them for future academic success.

Space is limited due to the program’s competitive nature.

Learn more and apply today by visiting njcu.edu/steam, contacting us via email at steamacademy@njcu.edu, or by phone at 201-200-2307.

June 29 – July 30, 2026 • 1-3 p.m. (Monday–Thursday)
Hepburn Hall

NJCU’s Summer 2026 Pre-College Programs are now open for enrollment, giving high school students (Grades 9–12) the opportunity to build real-world skills in a structured, supportive, on-campus environment. Students will complete self-paced online courses with in-person coaching, combining flexibility with hands-on guidance in our computer labs.

Students can explore high-demand fields like:

With courses starting at just $175, this program is designed to challenge students while helping them gain practical, career-ready skills before graduation.

Spots are limited! Request more information today and start building your future this summer.

For more details or to enroll, contact the Office of Adult and Continuing Education at 201-200-3089 or email conted@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.