1. Children’s Aid and Family Services Receives Grant from Bank of America to Support Mobility Mentoring
Funding Will Help Youth Aging Out of Foster Care Paramus, NJ [September 4, 2024]– Children’s Aid and Family Services, a local non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening families and empowering individuals – children and adults alike – to reach their fullest potential, has received a $15,000 grant from Bank of America (BofA).
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2. Bergen’s Executive Assistant to Trustees Honored
PARAMUS, N.J. – The Association of Community College Trustees has selected Bergen Community College Executive Assistant to the Board of Trustees and the President Maria Ferrara to receive the “professional board staff member - northeast region” award.
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3. Englewood, NJ Student Named 2024 Bank of America Student Leader
New Jersey – Four of New Jersey’s top high school students have been named 2024 Student Leaders? by Bank of America (BofA). The students, all rising seniors, will have the opportunity to gain valuable workforce skills through an eight-week paid internship at a nonprofit organization in their immediate community, while earning competitive ...
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4. Kean University Announces Education Partnership with 2024 HBCU NY Classic
UNION, N.J. — Kean University, the state’s urban research university, will serve as the New Jersey Education Partner for the 2024 HBCU NY Classic and host a series of events on its Union campus in advance of the annual football tradition in September. 
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5. Garden Communities: The Jefferson in Hackensack, N.J., Near Lease-Up
HACKENSACK, N.J. (July 22, 2024) – The third and final phase of The Jefferson in Uptown Hackensack has achieved full lease-up, according to developer Garden Communities. One of the largest new-construction offerings in its revitalized city, the community includes 377 luxury rental residences featuring oversized layouts, resort-style indoor and outdoor ...
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6. The Wave Set Celebrates 10th Anniversary of the Wohl Brothers' Lifesaving Liver Transplant with $10,000 Contribution to the Sharing Network Foundation
NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ – In a heartfelt celebration of the 10th anniversary of their lifesaving liver transplant, co-founders of The Wave Set Cameron and Jared Wohl of Little Falls and Livingston, NJ, have announced a philanthropic contribution of $10,000 to the Sharing Network Foundation.
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7. BERGEN COUNTY DIVISION OF SENIOR SERVICES AWARDED $466,000 STATE GRANT, BRING COST-SAVING PROGRAMS TO MORE RESIDENTS
“Senior Save Navigator” Grant Will Allow County to Aid Low-Income Older Adults and Individuals with Disabilities in Saving Money on Prescription Drug Costs, Medicare Premiums, and More.(HACKENSACK, N.J.) – On Thursday, July 12, the Bergen County Division of Senior Services was awarded a $466,000 “Senior Save Navigator” grant by the New ...
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8. What’s in a Name? Much More for a Hispanic-Serving Institution
PARAMUS, N.J. – When Bergen Community College President Eric M. Friedman, Ph.D., arrived on campus in 2021, he quickly learned that students, faculty and staff prized the College’s standing as a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) as a point of pride in Bergen’s overall identity.
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9. Table to Table Receives Grant from BofA to Support Distribution of Fresh and Nutritious Food To Those In Need Throughout Northern New Jersey
Funding Will Help New Jersey’s First Food Rescue Organization Reduce Food Waste And Deliver Non-Perishable Items to Communities in Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris and Passaic Counties
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10. BERGEN COUNTY’S STAR-SPANGLED SPECTACULAR SET TO BECOME NEW 4TH OF JULY TRADITION
County, NJ Wind Symphony partner to bring July 4th concert & fireworks celebration to Overpeck County Park
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11. Bergen HR Professional Dubbed a “Rockstar”
PARAMUS, N.J. – The College and University Professional Association for Human Resources (CUPA-HR) has honored Bergen Community College Talent Development Manager Michael Vivenzio with the National Higher Education HR Rockstar Award. Recognizing an early-career professional who has made a significant impact in higher education human resources, Vivenzio will receive his ...
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12. Biden-Harris Administration Awards $955,697 to Expand Housing Counseling for Underserved Communities in New Jersey
Vice President Harris and Acting Secretary Todman announced the funding to help bridge the racial homeownership gap and foster the next generation of homeowners. 
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13. Veolia Awards Grant to The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County for Bound for Success High School SAT Prep Program
(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; June 3, 2024) -- The Community Chest of Eastern Bergen County received a grant of $20,000 from Veolia to support the SAT preparation program, Bound for Success.  The program, a partnership with The Community Chest, Dwight Morrow High School and Bergen Family Center's in-school program,
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14. COUNTY, NJ WIND SYMPHONY PARTNER TO BRING 4TH OF JULY CONCERT & FIREWORKS TO OVERPECK COUNTY PARK
Mark your calendars for Bergen County’s Star-Spangled Spectacular featuring the New Jersey Wind Symphony RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ — County Executive Jim Tedesco, the County Board of Commissioners, and the County Parks Department are excited to announce that the County of Bergen has partnered with the New Jersey Wind Symphony ...
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15. CarePlus NJ’s Maternal & Family Center to Address Black Maternal Health in Virtual Panel Discussion
Paramus, N.J. (April 16, 2024) – CarePlus NJ, Inc. (“CarePlus NJ”), a pioneer in integrated primary and behavioral health services for adults and children, announces its Maternal & Family Center will host a free virtual panel discussion to address perinatal mental health for Black women and families before, during, and ...
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16. Felician University and Bergen County Job Center Partner to Provide Job Opportunities for Veterans
RUTHERFORD, NJ – Felician University is proud to announce its partnership with the Bergen County Job Center for the Life Sciences and Healthcare Veterans Job Fair. The job fair will take place on April 10 from 10am – 2pm on the Rutherford campus (GPS Address: 223 Montross Avenue, Rutherford, NJ).
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17. Summer Vibes for College Students, Kids and Teens
PARAMUS, N.J – Bergen Community College will once again offer a full slate of summer classes beginning in May, providing students with an opportunity to take courses between the spring and fall semesters.
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18. FELICIAN UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES 7TH PRESIDENT
RUTHERFORD, NJ – Jim D’Agostino, chair of the Felician University Board of Trustees is proud to announce that Dr. Mildred Mihlon has been appointed the 7th President of Felician University by a unanimous vote of the Board. Dr. Mihlon has been serving in the capacity of Acting President since April of 2023.
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19. The Valley Hospital Named Among World’s Best Hospitals by Newsweek
RIDGEWOOD, NJ, February 28, 2024 — The Valley Hospital has been named one of the world’s best hospitals by Newsweek in its World’s Best Hospitals 2024 list.
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20. Northern NJ Community Foundation Launches “Beyond the Wall: Developing Digital Content Illuminating The Black Women's Mural” in Englewood
(Englewood, New Jersey; February 24, 2024) -- The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) opens Women’s History Month in March launching “Beyond the Wall: Developing Digital Content Illuminating The Black Women's Mural”.
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21. Felician University’s Dr. Ligia Alberto Recognized by International Journal of Technology and Inclusive Education
RUTHERFORD, NJ – FEBRUARY 2024 – Felician University is proud to announce that Dr. Ligia Alberto, Program Director of Educational Leadership, and Assistant Professor in the School of Education, was recently published in the International Journal of Technology and Inclusive Education. Her research entitled, The Power of Mentoring for Women ...
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22. Technology Partner Donates $25,000 to Bergen
PARAMUS, N.J – Bergen Community College’s technology solutions partner, Ellucian and its charitable foundation, have awarded the institution a $25,000 block grant to support 50 currently enrolled students’ basic needs such as tuition, housing expenses and textbooks. Accepted through the 501(c)(3) Bergen Community College Foundation, Ellucian awarded the $400,000 Progress, ...
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23. BOUTIQUE LUXURY LIVING UNVEILED: STARLING LAUNCHES LEASING IN JERSEY CITY’S BERGEN-LAFAYETTE
Intimate Collection of 39 Residences and Artful Amenities Grand Open at 66 Monitor Street Near Liberty State Park  
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24. BERGEN COUNTY WELCOMES DELEGATES FROM DONGJAK-GU, CELEBRATES KOREAN AMERICAN DAY
HACKENSACK, NJ – On Friday, January 12th, the County of Bergen welcomed delegates from the Dongjak district of Seoul, South Korea for a Memorandum of Understanding signing, in conjunction with the County of Bergen’s Annual Korean American Day Ceremony.
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25. Bergen Grads Gain B.A. Pathway at Thomas Edison
PARAMUS, N.J – Bergen Community College and Thomas Edison State University (TESU) have established an articulation agreement that makes the pathway to a baccalaureate degree easier for Bergen graduates.
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