MONTCLAIRconnect: The Podcast

Montclair State University | Alumni Engagement
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MONTCLAIRconnect: The Podcast highlights alumni from Montclair State University, the latest programs and initiatives and how to stay connected. Produced by The Office of Alumni Engagement in collaboration with the College of Communication and Media at Montclair State University Associate Produced and Edited by Nino DeNino '25 Music by ShtakalBerry (‘Upbeat Jazz’ licensed from AudioJungle) Note: This podcast was recorded in Spring 2025 For more information on how to stay connected, visit www.montclair.edu/alumni.

Episodes

  1. 12/11/2025

    The Recent Alumni Network

    The Recent Alumni Network (RAN) brings together Montclair State University graduates from the past 10 years. In this episode of MONTCLAIRconnect: The Podcast, a recent alumna, Nino DeNino ’25, speaks with RAN member Mike Wasik ’19 about connecting with peers at Montclair as students, and alumni. About MONTCLAIRconnect: The Podcast MONTCLAIRconnect highlights inspiring alumni stories, new programs and initiatives at Montclair State University, and ways to stay engaged with the Red Hawk community. Episode Hosts Mike Wasik ’19 Nino DeNino ’25 Production Credits Produced by the Office of Alumni Engagement in collaboration with the College of Communication and Media at Montclair State University Associate Producer & Editor: Nino DeNino ’25 Music: “Upbeat Jazz” by ShtakalBerry (licensed from AudioJungle) Recorded Spring 2025 Stay connected with Montclair State University alumni, events, and updates: montclair.edu/alumni

    The Recent Alumni Network

  2. 11/26/2025

    Inside Montclair’s Student-Led Agency: Hawk Communications

    Hawk Communications is a student-led strategic communications agency that works with area businesses and nonprofits. In this episode, Keith Green, professor and director of communications and strategic operations, College of Communication and Media, speaks with an alumna of the program Rachel Aquino ’21, about how this experience prepared her for life after Montclair. Produced by The Office of Alumni Engagement in collaboration with the College of Communication and Media at Montclair State University Associate Produced and Edited by Nino DeNino '25 Music by ShtakalBerry (‘Upbeat Jazz’ licensed from AudioJungle) Note: This podcast was recorded in Spring 2025 For more information on how to stay connected, visit www.montclair.edu/alumni.

    Inside Montclair’s Student-Led Agency: Hawk Communications

  3. 11/19/2025

    Physics and Astronomy Spotlight

    "I wanted to learn how the universe worked overall." Kevin Johansmeyer ’17 ’22 MS discusses how he became interested in Physics with Marc Favata, Chairperson, Physics and Astronomy, College of Science and Mathematics. At Montclair, Kevin and Marc worked together on Soundsofspacetime.org - a website that takes gravitational waves and converts them to sounds. Now, Kevin brings this tool into the classroom as a Physics teacher. He reflects on Montclair memories at "The Village", being president of the Physics club, creating a hovercraft and more. MONTCLAIRconnect: The Podcast highlights alumni from Montclair State University, the latest programs and initiatives at the School and how to stay connected. Hosted by Marc Favata, Chairperson, Physics and Astronomy, College of Science and Mathematics, Featuring Kevin Johansmeyer ’17 ’22 MS Produced by The Office of Alumni Engagement in collaboration with the College of Communication and Media at Montclair State University Associate Produced and Edited by Nino DeNino '25 Music by ShtakalBerry (‘Upbeat Jazz’ licensed from AudioJungle) Note: This podcast was recorded in Spring 2025 For more information on how to stay connected, visit www.montclair.edu/alumni.

    Physics and Astronomy Spotlight

  4. 11/12/2025

    Alumni and Corporate Partner Spotlight: ADP

    How can alumni stay connected to Montclair and give back? Nova Pierre Louis '24 interviews Oscar Garcia ‘06 about his Montclair memories at "the Rat," as a member of the Lambda Sigma Upsilon Latino Fraternity and finding love on campus. Now he stays connected through the corporate partnership with his employer, ADP, and the Feliciano School of Business. Each spring, the organization hosts a student visit where groups present creative solutions to a challenge prompt by ADP. Produced by The Office of Alumni Engagement in collaboration with the College of Communication and Media at Montclair State University Associate Produced and Edited by Nino DeNino '25 Music by ShtakalBerry (‘Upbeat Jazz’ licensed from AudioJungle) Note: This podcast was recorded in Spring 2025 For more information on how to stay connected, visit www.montclair.edu/alumni.

    Alumni and Corporate Partner Spotlight: ADP

  5. 10/28/2025

    Team Rocky

    Ever wonder about the people inside the Rocky costume? Eliza Andrus '24 and Taylor Risley '21 discuss their experiences as students at Montclair, and how they found community as members of Team Rocky. Produced by The Office of Alumni Engagement in collaboration with the College of Communication and Media at Montclair State University Associate Produced and Edited by Nino DeNino '25 Music by ShtakalBerry (‘Upbeat Jazz’ licensed from AudioJungle) Note: This podcast was recorded in Spring 2025 For more information on how to stay connected, visit www.montclair.edu/alumni.

    Team Rocky
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MONTCLAIRconnect: The Podcast highlights alumni from Montclair State University, the latest programs and initiatives and how to stay connected. Produced by The Office of Alumni Engagement in collaboration with the College of Communication and Media at Montclair State University Associate Produced and Edited by Nino DeNino '25 Music by ShtakalBerry (‘Upbeat Jazz’ licensed from AudioJungle) Note: This podcast was recorded in Spring 2025 For more information on how to stay connected, visit www.montclair.edu/alumni.

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  • Creator
    Montclair State University | Alumni Engagement
  • Years Active
    2025
  • Episodes
    5
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Montclair State University | Alumni Engagement
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    MONTCLAIRconnect: The Podcast