Alumni News

Tuesday, May 23 – Wednesday, May 24, 2023 get ready to reminisce, reconnect, and rediscover!

For more than 15 years, Tog Samphel ’22 enjoyed a highly successful career as a digital product designer, enhancing user experiences for powerhouse brands. But it was his creative response to an everyday need that led him down the path of the inventor – and to a Shark Tank deal for his kitchen gadget, AnyTongs.

When Vashti T. White ’72, ’75 MA, graduated from Montclair High School in 1937, career paths for women were limited and advancement opportunities for African American women, in particular, were scarce. White’s passion for learning was not to be contained. Defying societal norms, she led beyond those boundaries to an impactful career as an administrator and educator.

Join the African American Studies program, the African American Caucus, the Black Alumni Advisory Council and a coalition of campus partners for a series of programs and activities during Black History Month

The Male Enrollment and Graduation Alliance (MEGA) is taking action to lead Black and Hispanic/Latino males on a path to graduation.

As a teen, Julián Omar Morales ’12 ’17 couldn’t fathom where his future would take him. By listening to his heart and following his calling one step at a time, he is choreographing a fascinating, at times painful but always meaningful, journey.

Forbes Weekend Updates Editor Raena Loper ’16 brings an eye for good design as well as a commitment to inclusivity to her work. Her thoughtful reviews of products ranging from laptops and vacuum cleaners to planners and portable blenders reach more than 150 million people around the world.

School of Communications & Media alumni recognized for their industry achievements