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Montclair State University, a research doctoral institution ranked in the top tier of national universities, has gained a reputation as New Jersey’s premier public service university. Building on a distinguished history dating back to 1908, the University today has 11 degree-granting colleges and schools that serve more than 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students in more than 300 doctoral, master’s and baccalaureate programs. With a beautiful scenic campus on a bluff overlooking New York City, just 12 miles away, Montclair delivers the rigorous academic and research opportunities of a large public university in a supportive, caring and diverse environment.

The Center for American Progress is an independent, nonpartisan policy institute that is dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action. Our aim is not just to change the conversation, but to change the country.

Goodwill Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey, Inc. (Goodwill NYNJ) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization which operates 27 retail stores and donation centers throughout the region powered by donations of clothing and household items. Goodwill NYNJ translates those donations into workforce development services for people with disabilities and the unemployed. For over 107 years, the agency’s mission has been to empower individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment to gain independence through the power of work. Annually, Goodwill NYNJ provides services to thousands of New York City Metropolitan Area residents - in workforce development, services for individuals with disabilities and retail training leading to employment to build better lives for participants and their families. Learn more about Goodwill NYNJ at http://www.goodwillnynj.org; follow us on Twitter: @GoodwillNYNJ; and find us on Facebook or Instagram: GoodwillNYNJ.