University Awarded $1.4M To Address Impacts Of COVID-19 News Center – Montclaire News

July 14, 2021

State grants will increase student engagement and support academic progress

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Montclair State University will receive more than $1.4 million from the State of New Jersey to support programs that help address the impacts of COVID-19 on postsecondary students.

Governor Phil Murphy and Secretary of Higher Education Brian Bridges announced the grants July 12, with Montclair State among 35 public and public-mission private institutions receiving $30 million in state aid to implement vetted best practices that increase college completion, address barriers to student success, and develop sustainable systemic reforms.

In addition to a $100,000 grant to fight food insecurity among students, Montclair State was awarded:

These programs are designed to increase student engagement and support academic progress at a time when the challenges facing underrepresented and low-income students have been compounded by the global pandemic, explains President Susan A. Cole. Montclair State is steadfast in our resolve to meet those challenges in service to our students and the community.

Our institutions of higher education have provided a high quality of education to our students throughout the pandemic, despite challenging circumstances, said Governor Murphy. Supporting our institutions will continue to be a priority as they work to provide an equitable educational experience for students, prepare them for the jobs of the future and meet challenges ahead.

Through this critical federal funding, New Jersey is prioritizing students needs and ensuring our workforce will be ready to meet the challenges of tomorrows post-pandemic economy, said Secretary Bridges. We appreciate that institutions are committing to this challenge and look forward to learning from the innovative best practices implemented, as we strive to meet the states goal of 65 percent of residents earning a high-quality credential by 2025.

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