Living & Learning with Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry

In this episode, Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry sits down with Jonathan Koppell, president of Montclair State University. Since joining the university in 2021 as its ninth president, President Koppell has led efforts to expand access, strengthen community partnerships and advance institutional growth. Tune in as Dean Berry and President Koppell discuss the evolving landscape of higher education, the importance of community engagement and the future vision for Bloomfield College and Montclair State University.

In this episode, Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry sits down with Ethan Garcia, a recent graduate of Bloomfield College of Montclair State University who earned dual degrees in Music Technology and Marketing. Well known throughout campus, Ethan served as an Executive Storyteller, was recognized as a Portrait of Excellence recipient, portrayed Deacon the Bear as the college mascot, and became the first Bloomfield College student to speak at commencement following the 2023 merger with Montclair State University.
 
Learn more about Ethan’s journey at Bloomfield College and hear about his plans for the future.

In the premiere episode of Living and Learning, Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry introduces the vision behind the podcast and shares how education, culture, and community shape the way we grow, lead, and learn together.
 
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