Stockton News - Aug. 29, 2025 - University Relations & Marketing

Stockton News - Aug. 29, 2025

WHAT WE’RE TALKING ABOUT

New Cohort of Engelberg Scholars Ready to Give Back to A.C.

Angelica Medrano applied for Stockton University’s Engelberg Leadership Scholarship Program because she wants to be a part of something bigger than herself.

“Atlantic City is a beautiful city, don’t get me wrong, but it does need a lot of improvement,” said the sophomore Health Science major. “It needs people to actively work and contribute toward making it better. I just want to give back to people. I want to be of use.”

That’s the core purpose of the leadership program, which was established in 2019 through a $1 million commitment to the Stockton University Foundation from Alfred Engelberg, a 1956 Atlantic City High School graduate who became a successful lawyer after receiving a generous scholarship from the Avoda organization.

Medrano is part of the seventh cohort of students selected for the 2025 program, which covers four Stockton students’ full tuition, room, board, fees, books and other expenses beginning their sophomore year.

Stockton, Brookdale CC Extend Transfer Pathway Agreement

Stockton and Brookdale Community College renewed a partnership that has helped students make a smooth transition from the two-year college to Stockton’s four-year bachelor’s degree program since 2018, during a signing ceremony Aug. 26.

The Transfer Pathways program continues the relationship between Stockton and Brookdale in Lincroft, Monmouth County, by offering multiple opportunities for students to seamlessly pursue associate and bachelor's degrees at the two institutions of higher education.

“Brookdale is proud to continue and expand our strong partnership with Stockton University," said

Brookdale President David Stout, who is a Stockton alumnus. "Together, we are opening doors for our students by creating seamless pathways that lower costs, shorten time to degree and provide unique hands-on learning experiences like Stockton’s Live-Work-Learn program. These opportunities not only help our students achieve their academic goals but also prepare them to thrive in New Jersey’s workforce and communities.”

10 Things Every Osprey Needs to Know

The first weeks of September are exciting and unfamiliar for new Ospreys settling into the nest and navigating their first college experiences. If you see someone looking for a classroom, stop to help them out.

For returning students, welcome back home. We can’t wait for you to reconnect with your friends after a busy summer.

To help everyone get a strong start, we created a guide to showcase campus resources that guide students to make the most of their academic and extracurricular journeys.

FRAME-WORTHY

Welcome, New Faculty!

New Faculty Orientation was held on Wednesday, Aug. 27, in the Michael Jacobson Board of Trustees Room.

During the orientation, participants got to know each other, heard from members of Stockton leadership, enjoyed light refreshments, and became acquainted with the many resources that the University offers.

📸 View more photos on flickr.

WHAT'S TRENDING @ #STOCKTONU

Facebook: Help us wish our favorite K-9 a very happy #NationalDogDay. Stockton Police Chief Tracy Stuart works and trains with Freya, a Golden Retriever certified by the NJ State Police and the United States Police Canine Association in explosives detection.

InstaFred: In honor of World Lake Day, take a look at how pretty I am in all the seasons. 🌻🍂❄️🌱

LinkedIn: Allen Crawford '90 grew up exploring every nook of the natural world he could find in Somers Point, N.J.

FROM THE SIDELINES

Ospreys Kick Off Fall with Media Day and Season Openers

Athletics held its annual Fall Sports Media Day on Wednesday, Aug. 27, as the teams from men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s cross country, field hockey and volleyball got a chance to pose for the camera.

The photos will be used in social media campaigns to promote athletic teams throughout the year.

The fall sports season begins Friday with the women’s soccer team hosting the University of Scranton (President Joe’s alma mater), King’s College and Kean in the Stockton Classic. The Ospreys will first face Scranton at 1 p.m. and then take on Kean at 1 p.m. Saturday. The games will be played at G. Larry James Stadium.

The rest of the fall sports teams will be on the road to start the season, as the volleyball team will face Haverford at 7 p.m. Friday in the Haverford Classic. The field hockey team travels to Arcadia for a 7 p.m. game Friday and the men’s soccer team will also be in Pennsylvania to face Franklin and Marshall at 7 p.m.

For a complete list of schedules, go to stocktonathletics.com.

📸 View more photos on flickr.

OSPREY NOTES

Review the Strategic Plan

The draft of the new Strategic Plan is now available for review. Shaped by input from over 1,000 members of our community, the plan reflects our shared vision and values, organized around five key themes: Cultivate a Community of Care – Belonging and Pride; Inspire Minds – Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Empower Student Success; Anchor in Purpose – Serving the Region and Beyond; and Sustain Tomorrow – Stewardship and Innovation. Please take time to review the draft and share any questions to StrategicPlan@stockton.edu. The plan will be presented to the Board of Trustees at the Sept. 10 meeting.

LLC Construction Impacts URM through Sept. 12

Due to construction, the University Relations & Marketing office space will be closed through Friday, Sept. 12, reopening Monday, Sept. 15. All URM services will remain available remotely during this period. Please continue to utilize the Service Request Form for projects. Contact the office by calling 609-626-3600 or messaging universityrelations@stockton.edu with any questions or concerns.

New Tabletop Runner Design Offers Flexible Branding

University Relations and Marketing is introducing a new tabletop runner design with flexible branding options. Departments and schools can co-brand with either the Stockton wordmark and the Spirit S symbol, displayed by simply choosing which side faces forward. Available in blue or black, the runners are designed to overlay black stretch tablecloths, creating a consistent and professional look.

Orders should be placed through the Graphics Department to ensure production by Quality Concepts, our approved vendor, which we have tested for quality and color accuracy.

Those who do not order immediately may transition to the new runner designs as existing stock is replenished.

📚 Stockton Bookstore Fall 2025 Hours

The Galloway Campus Bookstore has extended hours for the start of the semester:

Aug. 30–31: 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sept. 2–4: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Sept. 5: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sept. 8–11: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sept. 12: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Regular semester hours begin Sept. 15: 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Friday Closed Labor Day (Sept. 1), Thanksgiving (Nov. 27–28) and Winter Break (Dec. 25–Jan. 1). For more information, visit stocktonushop.com.

🍴 Stockton Dining Fall 2025

Explore a wide range of on-campus options, including Chick-fil-A, Dunkin' and Einstein Bros. Bagels, to the all-you-care-to-eat Food Hall at The Nest and multiple grab-and-go spots. Visit the Campus Center, Lakeside Lodge, C Wing, or Stockton Atlantic City to find your favorite meals and snacks. Hours vary by location, with most spots open daily into the evening. For more details and to see what's open, visit the official dining site at dineoncampus.com/su.

It’s Time to Confirm Your Ospreys!

Welcome back, faculty! As the fall semester is about to begin, it's almost time to Confirm your Ospreys!

Faculty are reminded to complete the Academic Engagement process by confirming student attendance/academic activity beginning after the add/drop period on Wednesday, Sept. 10. The Academic Engagement process is to be completed by Wednesday, Sept. 17. The Office of Financial Aid will use this information to make adjustments to student financial aid disbursements based upon each student's confirmed number of credits.

Each instructor will be responsible for confirming student attendance or participation in an academic activity. For online courses, faculty are reminded to include an assignment or discussion activity during the add/drop period so that the student's attendance can be confirmed.

The link to complete the Academic Engagement process can be found under the faculty tab within the goStockton portal.

For more information and a list of frequently asked questions, visit stockton.edu/academicengagement.

🎒 Fun Fact Friday:Did you know the tradition of the school mascot dates back to the 1800s? The first documented U.S. college mascot was Yale’s bulldog, “Handsome Dan,” in 1889. (Although Handsome Dan has nothing on Talon — “Soar Higher! Go Ospreys!” 🦅).

POLLING ALL OSPREYS

As fall semester arrives next week and schedules change, how are we feeling Ospreys? Ready for routine, more summer, please; or bring on the pumpkins and flannels.