Featured event
Study Buddies: Paws & Relax with Pebbles
Tuesday, April 21 • 4:00–5:00 PM • The School of Nursing / The Graduate School, 1st Floor Lobby
Finals can be ruff, so take a break at Study Buddies: Paws & Relax with Pebbles! Unwind with furry friends, create a DIY wellness package, and center yourself with a short guided meditation. Stop by for a quick breather or stay a while, we’d love to see you there!
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Speakers, Panels & Conferences
Day at the Capitol
Wednesday, April 22 • 8:00 AM–3:00 PM • Statehouse, 125 W State St, Trenton, New Jersey
Take your voice beyond campus with a day of state committee hearings, tours, testimony, and civic engagement. Transportation and lunch are included.
Student Research Symposium
Friday, April 24 • 8:00 AM–2:15 PM • University Hall, 7th Floor Conference Center
A campus-wide symposium highlighting undergraduate and graduate student research. Register →
Academic & Research Workshops
Improving Your Study Skills
Monday, April 20 • 4:00–5:00 PM • Sprague Library, Room 149
Refine your study approach with strategies to stay organized, focused, and efficient. Register →
MCAT Jeopardy
Wednesday, April 22 • 2:00–3:00 PM • University Hall, Room 3008
Review key concepts in a fun, interactive MCAT-themed challenge. Register →
Research Time Management
Wednesday, April 29 • 9:30–10:15 AM • Online
Learn strategies to organize research tasks, stay on track, and manage competing priorities. Register →
Career Preparation
Job Offer & Negotiation / Employment Information & Negotiations
Wednesday, April 29 • 12:00–1:00 PM • Online
Understand job offers and learn negotiation basics so you can advocate for yourself with confidence.
CPT Workshop – International Students (F-1 Visa Holders) Only
Tuesday, May 5 • 10:00–11:00 AM • Online
Review CPT requirements and prepare for internship or practical training opportunities.
OPT Workshop – International Students (F-1 Visa Holders) Only
Friday, May 8 • 11:00 AM–12:00 PM • Online
A final spring workshop covering OPT basics, timing, and application guidance for eligible international students.
Health & Wellness
Furry Friends for Finals
Tuesday, April 21 • 2:00–3:30 PM • Student Recreation Center, Gym
Take a finals break and recharge with some comforting furry company. Register →
De-Stress Techniques
Wednesday, April 22 • 10:00–11:00 AM • Online
Explore practical de-stressing strategies to help you stay grounded during finals season. Register →
Volunteer in the Campus Garden
Wednesday, April 22 • 1:30–2:30 PM • Campus Community Garden
Step away from your screen and spend time outdoors supporting the campus garden. Register →
Understanding Testing Anxiety
Friday, April 24 • 4:00–5:00 PM • Sprague Library, Room 44
Learn strategies to better understand and manage testing anxiety before final exams. Register →
CAST Workshop: Avoiding Distractions
Sunday, April 26 • 5:00–6:00 PM • Online
Learn strategies to stay focused, limit distractions, and make the most of your study time.
Farmers Market
Tuesday, April 28 • 12:00–1:30 PM • Student Center Ballrooms
Take a break and explore fresh offerings and resources at the campus farmers market. Register →
Denim Day 2026: Mind the Gaps, Move Forward
Wednesday, April 29 • 9:00 AM–12:00 PM • Amphitheater
Join a campus event for Sexual Assault Awareness Month focused on support, advocacy, and breaking the cycle of silence.
CAST Workshop: How to Improve Your Financial Skills
Wednesday, April 29 • 12:00–1:00 PM • Sprague Library, Room 44
Build practical financial skills to help you feel more confident managing your money.
CAST Workshop: Best Ways to Finish Out the Semester
Thursday, April 30 • 6:30–7:30 PM • Sprague Library, Room 44
Wrap up the semester with practical strategies for ending strong and staying organized.
Self Care and Self Love
Friday, May 1 • 11:00 AM–12:00 PM • Sprague Library, Room 149
Reconnect with supportive self-care practices as the semester comes to a close. Register →
CAST Workshop: Self-Reflection: What Did You Learn This Semester?
Sunday, May 3 • 5:00–6:00 PM • Online
Pause and reflect on your growth, progress, and takeaways from the semester.
Upskilling
Safe Space Training
Monday, April 20 • 12:00–3:00 PM • Dickson Hall 178, Cohen Lounge
Participate in training designed to build awareness, support inclusion, and help create affirming spaces on campus.
CAST Workshop: Next Steps After the Semester
Monday, May 4 • 4:00–5:00 PM • Sprague Library, Room 44
Think ahead about your next steps and make a plan for what comes after the semester ends.
Just for Fun
Craft Your CreativiTEA
Monday, April 20 • 11:00 AM–1:00 PM • Student Center Underground
Need a break during finals? Enjoy some tea while unleashing your creativity with crafts, including a SpongeBob-inspired project and other fun options.
World’s Fair Day
Thursday, April 23 • 12:00–2:30 PM • Amphitheater & Alumni Green
Celebrate the diversity of Montclair with global food tastings, live performances, giveaways, and student organizations showcasing cultures from around the world. Register →
Craft Night – Cleanout!
Thursday, April 23 • 7:00–9:00 PM • Student Center Room 160, The Underground
A creative cleanout-themed craft night perfect for decompressing and making something fun.
Meme Trivia
Friday, April 24 • 6:00–7:00 PM • 1908 Pub, Student Center
Test your meme knowledge and take a fun break from the academic grind.
Family Weekend
Friday–Sunday, April 24–26 • Various Campus Locations
Come together with the Red Hawk community for a full lineup of campus tours, student showcases, games, concerts, and family-friendly activities. Register →