TCNJ President R. Barbara Gitenstein received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Princeton University for her contributions to education. Princeton University President Christopher L. Eisgruber conferred the degree during the university’s 271st commencement ceremony on the lawn of Nassau Hall on Tuesday, June 5, 2018. President Gitenstein was lauded for her determination to provide…
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How Chris McEwan is helping to further music education in three Trenton schools
TCNJ music major Chris McEwan was exposed to various genres of music at a very early age and realized quickly the impact that music can have on a young person’s life. So when he started observing music classes in public schools in Trenton as part of the curriculum for his major, he immediately sensed additional resources were needed…
Congratulations, TCNJ Class of 2018!
In her 20th and final commencement address, TCNJ President R. Barbara Gitenstein took the stage in Lions Stadium and praised the class of 2018 for their accomplishments in the classroom but also encouraged them to be ardent in affecting change during a difficult time. “As future leaders, I challenge you to be stewards of civility in…
Where is the Class of 2018 heading?
We asked members of the Class of 2018 what might be the single most terrifying question you can ask a graduating senior: “So, what are you doing after graduation?” Here’s what lies ahead for 17 of them: Rachel Fury, physics She’s heading to the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C. for a conservation internship, where she’ll…
TCNJ’s Collegiate Recovery Program partners with The Ammon Foundation to launch new scholarship
EWING, NJ – TCNJ’s Collegiate Recovery Program and The Ammon Foundation announced today the creation of the Lion’s House Scholarship and matching Ammon Education Award. The Ammon Foundation’s mission is to empower individuals in addiction recovery through combating stigma and providing strategic support to enable personal success. The Ammon Education Award is designed as a matching scholarship opportunity for students…
Rebekah Chung ’18 receives Fulbright award to Vietnam
Rebekah Chung ’18 has been selected as a 2018–19 Fulbright Student with with an English Teaching Assistantship award to Vietnam. Through the award, she’ll have the opportunity to teach English in a high school, college, or teacher’s college in Vietnam. Housing and transportation will be covered, and she will also receive a stipend for her work. …
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-08) visits CCS Program
TCNJ Career & Community Studies program students, staff, and faculty welcomed Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-08) to class on Wednesday, May 2. He was on campus to learn about how the college is helping young adults (ages 18-25) with intellectual disabilities prepare for adult life through this program, which was among the first of its kind in the country. “Young adults…
2018 Alumni Leadership Award winners
The College of New Jersey Alumni Association honored four graduates for their dedication to leadership, service, and excellence at the Lions Pride Lunch during Alumni Weekend on Saturday, April 28. The 2018 recipients are: Emily Bent ’03: Distinguished Service Award; Steven Verba ’08: Humanitarian Award; Mary Kate Fisher ’11: Young Alumni Award; Tom McCarthy ’90:…
TSC Park unveiled during Alumni Reunion Weekend
TCNJ’s newest addition, Trenton State College Park, is located at the intersection of several generations of college history: Roscoe West Hall, Forcina Hall, and the STEM Building. Dedicated on Saturday, April 28 during Alumni Weekend, TSC Park was designed with that rich history in mind. “Every element of it tells a story,” said Alumni Association…