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April 11 - April 18, 2022
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Welcome to Edition 14 of This Week at NJCU for April 11, 2022. This once-weekly Monday publication will inform the university community about all events happening each week over the next eight days on campus and offer important announcements. To submit your event or announcement for the April 18, 2022 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.
SPOTLIGHT EVENTS
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MUSIC, DANCE, & THEATRE
Solo And Chamber Ensemble Recital
Wednesday, April 13 | 6 - 8 p.m.
Ingalls Recital Hall (Rossey Hall Room 101)
FREE Admission
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SPECIAL EDUCATION
Special Education Office Hours (Graduate Programs)
April 11 | 3-5 p.m.
via Zoom
Are you interested in learning more about the Special Education graduate programs offered at NJCU? We welcome you to attend our weekly virtual office hours every Monday from
3 - 5 p.m.
During the virtual office hours, you will be speaking directly with the faculty advisors as they dive into details of their program, course offerings, and career trajectories. Be sure to register below to access the Zoom information so you can log in and get all your questions answered.
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SKY CAMPUS HAPPINESS
Mindful Mondays
with Sky Campus Happiness
April 11 | 4:30 p.m.
Online
A 40-minute session every Monday including breathwork, meditation and discussion on stress and tendencies of our mind. This session is for students, faculty and staff, and led live by one of our SKY Campus trained instructors.
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NATIONAL SECURITY STUDIES
M.S. in Cybersecurity: Virtual Information Session
April 11 | 6-7 p.m.
Online
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 cyber-attacks across our nation. The Professional Studies Department at NJCU developed a program to prepare students to protect themselves, large corporations, and government agencies against cyber-attacks.
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COUNSELING CENTER
Tuesday Check-In Group
April 12 |
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union 327
This bi-weekly drop-in group aims to create a safe space where currently enrolled students can identify potential stressors and set goals for the upcoming week, engage in conversations around wellness and connect with other students by giving and receiving support and feedback.
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ATHLETICS
NJCU Men’s Tennis to Honor 2021 NJAC Championship Team Prior to Match with Ramapo
April 12 | 1 p.m.
Lincoln Park Tennis Center
285 Lincoln Park, Jersey City, N.J.
NJCU Men’s Tennis will host Ramapo for its NJAC home-opener and will honor its seniors during Senior Day at Lincoln Park. The Gothic Knights will honor the Class of 2022 with pre-match ceremonies before the first serve. Prior to the match, NJCU will also honor its 2021 New Jersey Athletic Conference championship men's tennis team with a 2021 NJAC Championship Ring Ceremony.
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ATHLETICS
NJCU Softball Hosts William Paterson for Doubleheader
April 12 | 3 + 5 p.m.
Thomas M. Gerrity Athletic Complex
NJCU Softball hosts William Paterson University for a doubleheader at the Thomas M. Gerrity Athletic Complex on Tuesday, April 12 at 3 p.m. Game two will start 20 minutes after the completion of game one (approx. 5 p.m.).
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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Graduate Virtual Office Hours
Wednesdays | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
via Zoom
Are you interested in getting started on a graduate degree or certificate in business? The NJCU School of Business has virtual office hours to chat with current and prospective graduate students every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. via Zoom. Join us to ask questions related to curriculum, classroom hours, course modality, program-specific details, career opportunities, and more!
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SKY CAMPUS HAPPINESS
Faculty Wellness Wednesday
April 13 | 12 p.m.
Online
A 40-minute session including breathwork, meditation and discussion on stress and tendencies of our mind, for students, faculty and staff and led live by one of our SKY Campus trained instructors.
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KNIGHT STUDENT MEDIA
Knight Student Media Year-End Celebration
April 13 | 2 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union
Knight Student Media is pleased to present the Committee to Protect Journalists' (CPJ) Michael De Dora (US Advocacy Manager) as their keynote speaker at its year-end celebration on April 13 at 2 p.m. in the GSUB. From helping journalists arrested in Latin America to tracking attacks on reporters in Ukraine, CPJ promotes press freedom worldwide.
During the event, next year's editor of The Gothic Times will be announced, along with awards, a raffle, and buffet.
All are welcome to join.
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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Virtual Career Fair Prep Session hosted by NJCU SoB Career Services
April 13 | 2-3 p.m.
Online
Professor Phil Hess will be joining us for a virtual career fair preparation session on Wednesday, April 13 from 2-3 p.m. This will be a great opportunity to practice your elevator pitches and learn ways to improve your resume prior to attending our Virtual Career Fair. We will also walk you through Job Connect — our virtual platform that will be hosting our Career Fair on April 27 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m..
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COMMUNITY CENTER
Lunch Bunch Support Group
April 13 | 2-3 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union 106F
Every Wednesday
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STUDENT EVENTS
Jersey City & NJCU Call To ActionSave The Youth
April 13 | 4 - 6 p.m.
via Zoom
"Save the Youth" is an annual event intended to help fight youth violence in Hudson County.
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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
School of Business Virtual Information Session
April 13 | 5-6 p.m.
Online
Are you interested in starting an M.B.A., M.S., or professional certificate program in business 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 or certification. A representative from the financial aid office will be in attendance to answer your financial aid questions. Join us and learn about what NJCU has to offer!
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SPEICHER-RUBIN WOMEN'S CENTER
Race Talk |
Real Talk
April 14 | 10-11 a.m.
via Zoom
An NJCU campus-wide book group which continues to discuss ways to eradicate systemic racism. This semester the group will be reading “Between the World and Me” by Ta-Nehisi Coates.
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ATHLETICS
NJCU Women’s Tennis Celebrates Senior Day Before Matchup with Kean
April 14 | 1 p.m.
Lincoln Park Tennis Center
285 Lincoln Park, Jersey City, N.J.
NJCU Women’s Tennis will host Kean for an NJAC matchup and will honor its senior class with a pre-match Senior Day ceremony at the Lincoln Park Tennis Center.
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ATHLETICS
NJCU Baseball Hosts Montclair State
April 15 | 3:30 p.m.
Thomas M. Gerrity Athletic Complex
NJCU Baseball hosts the Red Hawks of Montclair State University at the Thomas M. Gerrity Athletic Complex on Friday, April 15 at 3:30 p.m.
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ATHLETICS
NJCU Baseball hosts Rutgers-Camden for a Doubleheader
April 16 |
11:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Thomas M. Gerrity Athletic Complex
After Friday's game, NJCU Baseball hosts Rutgers-Camden the following day for an NJAC doubleheader at the Thomas M. Gerrity Athletic Complex. Game two will start 30 minutes after the completion of game one (approx. 3 p.m.).
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COMMUNITY CENTER
One Hour With: The Counseling Center
April 14 | 12-1 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union 106
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TRiO LEARNING COMMUNITY
Gorgeous Gorgeous Girls...are not THAT girl!
April 18 | 2 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union 216
Join TLC for their April's Women United event. With Guest Speaker Chrystal Mateo, from the Women's Center. Discussing toxic positivity and how this is portrayed in the "that" girl movement on social media.
Any questions or concerns, email tlc@njcu.edu or call 201-200-2204.
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NJCU PRE-COLLEGE GEAR UP
NJCU Pre-College/GEAR UP is
Hiring For Summer 2022
The NJCU Pre-College/GEAR UP team is hiring for Summer 2022. We are looking for College Mentors who work directly with our 7th - 12th grade students.
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THE GOTHIC RACK
Alliance & Gothic Rack
Gender Inclusive Clothing Drive
The LGBTQIA+ Alliance & Gothic Rack have started collecting donations for gender affirming clothing for transgender, nonbinary, genderqueer, and questioning individuals. Order links are provided for safe gaffs, packers, and trans tape which are made available with the QR code to their Linktree.
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COUNSELING CENTER
Easy Meditation
Self-care is all about taking care of your mental, physical, and emotional health. Meditation has a positive effect on all three of these areas. You don't have to be perfect. All you have to do is breathe. Access meditation videos on our webpage.
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TRiO LEARNING COMMUNITY
Join TLC Today
*The First 10 students to get accepted will get a $25.00 Barnes & Noble gift card.
The TRiO Learning Community (TLC) Program at New Jersey City University is known nationally as a federal Student Support Services (SSS) program. TLC is a federally-funded TRiO program that provides opportunities for academic development, assists students in meeting basic college requirements, and serves to motivate students towards the successful completion of their post-secondary education. Although nationally each program is different, we all share the same purpose: to retain and graduate the students we serve. Program Eligibility (You must qualify for at least one of the following):
- You are a First-Generation College Student (neither of the student's parents have received a bachelor's degree);
- You Demonstrate Financial Need (meet income requirements established by federal guidelines);
- You Have a Documented Disability
Additional Requirements:
- Freshman or Sophomore
- US Citizen or have a Residency Card
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COUNSELING CENTER
Talk Campus Has Arrived at NJCU!
Student life can be incredibly tough. At TalkCampus we’re here for the moments when you just need a friend. Talk anonymously to students from universities and colleges around the world going through
the exact same struggles you are any time of day or night. This is a safe place where you can talk anonymously about anything and get support for your mental health and whatever is on your mind.
Download TalkCampus for free today in the Apple AppStore or Google Play.
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ATHLETICS
John J. Moore Athletic Center
Hours of Operation
April 2022
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7 - 11:45 a.m. &
4 - 9:30 p.m.
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7 - 11:45 a.m. &
4 - 9:30 p.m.
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7 - 11:45 a.m. &
4 - 9:30 p.m.
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7 - 11:45 a.m. &
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7 - 11:45 a.m. &
4 - 6:30 p.m.
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Note:: The Weight room and the Pool will close from 12-4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday for Team Workouts
All Activities will cease 30 minutes before the building closes to allow everyone to leave the premises and time for cleaning
and disinfecting
Schedule subject to change. Everyone must present a valid ID to enter the facility. No exceptions!
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GOURMET DINING
Gourmet Dining Hours Of Operation
April 2022
DunkinMonday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: Closed
Gilligan Student Union CaféMonday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Faculty Dining Room Will be open for seating only
Vodra CaféClosed until further notice
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ATHLETICS
Spring 2022 Intramural Schedule
For more information or to sign up for any of the following activities
please e-mail Sergio Villamizar at svillamizar@njcu.edu.
- Lap Swimming Contest
Sign-Up Dates: January 31 - February 21 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: February 22 - April 29 - Chess Tournament
Sign-Up Dates: January 31 - February 21 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: February 22 - April 29 - Outdoor Soccer
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 13 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: Thursdays (every two weeks) March 17 and 31 + April 14 and 28
- Inner-Tube Water Polo
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 13 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: TBA - 3-Point Shooting Contest
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 13 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: March 14 - April 14 - 3-on-3 Basketball Mondays
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 13 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: Mondays starting March 14 - Beginner/Non-Swimmer Events: Kickboard Swim, Treasure Hunt
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 13 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: Days TBA - Intermediate Swimming Events: 25 yd., 50 yd. Sprints, Big Splash
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 13 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: Days TBA - Pirates of the Caribbean
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 31 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: Days TBA - Inflatable Gator Race
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 31 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: Days TBA - Bench Press Competition (3-Rep Max)
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 31 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: Month of April - Outdoor Ultimate Frisbee or Dodgeball
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 31 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: March 29, April 5 and April 19 - Outdoor Coed Volleyball
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 31 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: March 30, April 13 and April 27
- Coed Softball Tournament
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 31 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: April 13 (Rain date: April 20) - Home Run Derby: Let us see how many you can hit over the fence!
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - April 12
Activity Dates: April 13 (Rain date: April 20) - Aqua Basketball: Shallow end of the pool
Sign-Up Dates: February 22 - March 31 (registration now closed)
Activity Dates: Days TBA
If you are interested in any team sports please contact Sergio Villamizar with your name, contact number, sport(s) you want to play, and days you are available to play. All team sports will be played outside on Metro Field on West Side Avenue from 1-3 p.m. If you have a group and are interested in an activity not listed above please email Sergio Villamizar. Open Gym for the Month of April
Monday - Friday from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. starting on January 31. The open gym schedule is subject to change without notice due to practices, events, or rentals.
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THE GOTHIC KNIGHT FOOD PANTRY
The Gothic Knight Food Pantry
Hours of Operation
Gilligan Student Union
Tuesdays: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Wednesdays: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Thursdays: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
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NJCU @ FORT MONMOUTH
Spring Forward Into Student Success
Friday, April 22 | 3 - 6 p.m.
NJCU @ Fort Monmouth Squier Hall
283 Sherrill Ave; Oceanport, N.J. 07757
The National Organization for Student Success-New Jersey Chapter (NOSS NJ) invites you to our Spring in-person conference.
Attendees can come in person to NJCU's beautiful new Fort Monmouth location, or attend online through Zoom. The event will consist of a keynote address, breakout sessions, and a networking Happy Hour.
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JERSEY CITY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
COVID-19 Vaccination Drive
Tuesday, April 26 | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union 129
Let's protect the community from COVID-19. Boosters will also be provided.
For more information: call 201-200-3456 or email HWC@njcu.edu.
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INSTITUTE FOR DISPUTE RESOLUTION
NJCU Institute for Dispute Resolution Announces Inaugural Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition
Tuesday, April 26 | 4 p.m.
The inaugural entrepreneurship pitch competition is open to all students. The successful pitch will have an opportunity to win $5,000 to launch a business idea.
NJCU students interested in participating in the inaugural Pitch Competition can register their participation and utilize resources to assist in building a pitch deck. For further information on the competition, its submission process, or scheduled workshops to aid in preparing a pitch, contact Dr. Michael Arbitblit at marbitblit@njcu.edu.
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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
NJCU School of Business
Virtual Career Fair
Wednesday, April 27 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Online via Zoom
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MUSIC, DANCE, AND THEATRE
Save The Date:
NJCU Woodwind Chamber Ensemble Concert
Wednesday, April 27 | 7 p.m. Ingalls Recital Hall | Rossey Hall Room 101
FREE and open to the public
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LATIN AMERICAN, CARIBBEAN, AND LATINO STUDIES
Save The Date:
Class of 2022
2nd Annual Pa'Lante Graduation Ceremony for Hispanic/Latinx Students
Wednesday, May 20, 2022 | 4 - 6 p.m.
Gilligan Student Union Lobby
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NJCU FOUNDATION
Save The Date:
NJCU LEADERSHIP AWARDS: Celebrating Transformational Impact
Tuesday, May 31 | 6 p.m.
Liberty House | 76 Audrey Zapp Drive | Jersey City, N.J. 07305
We invite you to celebrate those who have made a lasting impact on society. It will be a special evening of live performances from NJCU students as well as networking opportunities with corporate and philanthropic leaders from Jersey City and the greater Hudson County area. Keep an eye out for honoree announcements coming soon!
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COMMENCEMENT 2022
Save The Date:
2022 Commencement
Thursday, June 2
Prudential Center | Newark, N.J.
At NJCU, Commencement provides our students an opportunity to celebrate their academic achievements with family, friends, faculty, alumni, and the entire University community. NJCU’s 2022 Commencement will be held at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., on Thursday, June 2, 2022.
Specific information regarding submission of a picture, quote, and/or thank you message, and the ability to submit your name for professional recording during the diploma process will be sent to eligible candidates via University email during the Spring 2022 semester. Additionally, Commencement regalia information will be announced in the coming months.
Similar to our 2021 Commencement exercises, we will have two ceremonies:
- 9 a.m. Ceremony: School of Business and College of Professional Studies (doors open at 8 a.m. for all graduates and all must be seated by 8:40 a.m.)
- 1 p.m. Ceremony: Deborah Cannon Partridge Wolfe College of Education and the William J. Maxwell College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) and CAS/Education dual-degree recipients (doors open at 12 p.m. for all graduates and all must be seated by 12:40 p.m.)
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PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION AND LIFELONG LEARNING (PELL)
Multi-Style String Educators Symposium 2022
August 1 - 3, 2022
On the heels of last year’s success, the Division of Professional Education and Lifelong Learning (PELL) in partnership with the Music, Dance and Theatre (MDT) Department and its acclaimed faculty, hosts the Multi-Style String Educators Symposium 2022.
Under the direction of electro-acoustic violist Martha Mooke, Director of NJCU Multi-Style Strings, with Special Guest Artists Sweet Plantain String Quartet, participants will learn to play and learn to teach a wide variety of styles, including jazz, Latin, R&B, blues, African, Celtic, bluegrass, folk, and rock. The event will also feature repertoire of varying grade levels and styles, different approaches to improvisation and ways of incorporating electronics with special feature on Latin American music and styles.
The three-day event will be held Monday, August 1 through Wednesday, August 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and on August 3, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. for the dress rehearsal and collaborative concert with Sweet Plantain.
For more details about the program, visit www.njcu.edu/stringsymposium or contact us at pell@njcu.edu.
Early Bird Registration deadline is May 15, so register now.
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