From the President’s Desk: Honoring Women’s History Month

As we celebrate Women's History Month and recognize International Women's Day on March 8, we pause to honor the extraordinary achievements, leadership, and lasting impact of women who continue to shape our communities, our professions, and the proud legacy of Morgan State University.

This month provides a meaningful opportunity to recognize the strength, resilience, and influence of Morgan women who lead, mentor, and inspire across generations. Their commitment to excellence and service reflects the very spirit of Morganlifting others while advancing opportunity for those who follow.

March also brings the excitement of the MEAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments, a time when Morganites everywhere come together in pride and support of our Bears. It is always inspiring to see our alumni community rally around Morgan with the same passion and pride that defines our university.

Your engagement whether through volunteering, sharing your talents, supporting our initiatives, or simply staying connected helps sustain the legacy and impact of the Morgan community.

As we prepare for upcoming chapter activities, we are seeking volunteers to serve on committees that support our programs, scholarships, and alumni engagement efforts. If you are interested in getting involved, we warmly welcome your leadership and participation.

Thank you for continuing to represent Morgan with pride and purpose. Together, we honor our legacy while creating meaningful opportunities for the next generation of Bears.💙🧡🐻

Forever Morgan, Morgan Forever

Claudia Ruffin, President New Jersey Alumni Chapter

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Fellow Morganites!

We invite you to join us for our monthly meeting. Our chapter officers will present the latest updates and share their exciting goals for the upcoming year.

Dail-in: 929-205-6099 

Meeting ID: 730 731 6277

Passcode: MSU1867

🔥 Calling All Proud Morganites! 🔥

Now’s your moment to pay it forward and keep the Morgan Bears spirit roaring in New Jersey! 🐻💙 Join a Morgan State University NJ Alumni Chapter committee and put your energy, ideas, and skills to work shaping future generations, supporting current students, and making a real impact.

✨ Your time + your talents = a stronger Morgan family.

Jump in today let’s make greatness happen together! 🚀

MORGANITES! 📣 Volunteer Opportunity – College Fair Representative

Our future Bears need YOU!

Help inspire and guide the next generation of students toward Morgan State University and the HBCU experience.

Whether you can greet guests, share your college journey, or hand out materials your presence can make a difference.

Volunteers Sign up today and let’s show up strong for Morgan!

Women’s History Month offers a powerful opportunity to celebrate the resilience, leadership, and excellence of Black women especially those shaped by the legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). For the Morgan State University NJ Alumni Chapter, this month is a time to spotlight the remarkable women alumni whose impact continues to strengthen our communities, professions, and the Morgan legacy.

HBCUs have long been incubators of brilliance for Black women, providing not only academic preparation but also cultural affirmation, mentorship, and a deep sense of purpose. Morgan women exemplify this tradition. They are educators molding future generations, healthcare professionals advancing equity in patient care, entrepreneurs creating jobs and opportunities, and civic leaders advocating for justice and progress.

Morgan State University’s legacy is reflected in the extraordinary women who paved the way for future generations. Among them is Juanita Jackson Mitchell, the first African American woman to practice law in Maryland and a fearless advocate for civil rights. Dr. Rosalyn Terborg-Penn was a renowned scholar whose groundbreaking research centered Black women in the history of the suffrage movement. Paula Roberts has served at the highest levels of federal leadership as Chief Human Capital Officer for the U.S. Intelligence Community and NGA Equality Executive. T. J. Bryan made history as the first female president of Fayetteville State University. Ida R. Cummings broke barriers as Baltimore’s first Black kindergarten teacher, while Lillie Jackson led the Baltimore NAACP for decades, shaping local and national civil rights efforts.

Beyond individual accomplishments, Black women alumni of Morgan State University are culture keepers and change agents. They mentor students, lead alumni initiatives, uplift families, and reinvest in institutions that helped shape them.

This Women’s History Month, the Morgan State University NJ Alumni Chapter proudly honors the Black women who continue to lead with courage, serve with purpose, and advance the enduring legacy of Dear Old Morgan.

🐻 Morganites March Forward with $40

The Morgan State University Alumni Association New Jersey Chapter invites you to join the Morganites March Forward with $40 Campaign, running March 16 – April 16.

With a simple $40 gift, alumni and friends can help expand opportunities for Morgan students while strengthening the impact of our alumni community.

Together, we can turn small gifts into powerful collective impact.

💙 Your $40 Supports

🎓 Student Scholarships
🤝 Alumni Programs & Engagement
🐻 Initiatives that strengthen the Morgan community

🚀 How You Can Help

Give: Make your $40 donation today
Share: Encourage fellow Morganites and friends to participate

✨ One Gift. Collective Power. Lasting Impact.

Thank you for believing, giving, and marching forward with us.

Get Ready to Groove: Soul Line Dance 

Where Culture Meets Community

March 13, 2026 5:30 pm – 11:00 pm

Step into rhythm, culture, and connection at Soul Line Dance, a high-energy, HBCU-inspired experience that celebrates movement, music, and Black cultural expression. Mark your calendars and get ready to step, slide, and shuffle your way into a fantastic night of rhythm and pride.

Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned dancer, everyone is welcome. Our dynamic instructors will guide participants through a range of line dances, from beginner-friendly steps to advanced routines. 💃🏽

📍 Location: Terrace Ballroom

1020 Broad St, Newark, NJ 07102

📅 When: Every Second Friday

🎉 Happy Birthday, March Morganites! 🎉

The Morgan State University New Jersey Alumni Chapter extends warm birthday wishes to all members celebrating this March! 🎂✨

This month, we honor the compassionate vision of our Pisces and the bold, trailblazing energy of our Aries leaders, innovators, and difference-makers who move with purpose and inspire progress wherever they go. Whether you’re nurturing new ideas, leading with courage, or creating opportunities for others, we celebrate the impact you continue to make.

March symbolizes renewal, momentum, and fresh beginnings and your leadership reflects that spirit. We are deeply grateful for the pride, passion, and unwavering Bear excellence you bring to New Jersey and beyond. 💙🧡

Here’s to a year filled with growth, influence, and continued success.

🎉 Happy Birthday to all our March Bears! 🐻🎈

Keep rising, keep leading, and keep showing the world what it truly means to be Morgan Made. ✨

Bears Take the Court at the

2026 MEAC Basketball Tournament 🏀

Morgan State Bears and Lady Bears are gearing up for March excitement as the 2026 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Basketball Tournament approaches, set for March 11–14 at the Norfolk Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia.

As the MEAC Tournament kicks off, alumni are encouraged to rally behind our Bears and Lady Bears as they represent Morgan State with pride on the conference’s biggest stage. The event brings together the best of MEAC basketball, and with games streamed on ESPN+ and television coverage culminating on ESPN networks, fans near and far can tune in to support.

Whether you’ll be in Norfolk cheering in person or watching from home, let’s show our Morgan State pride and spirit. This tournament is more than a competition it’s a celebration of our student-athletes’ hard work, community support, and Bear pride that unites alumni and fans across the country.

Stay tuned for updates as the Bears and Lady Bears tip off toward MEAC glory!

Tickets for the 2026 Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC) Men's and Women's Basketball Tournament (March 11-14 at Norfolk Scope Arena, Norfolk, Va.) are now on sale through member institution box offices and online via Ticketmaster.

Ticket Book Pricing:

Senior: $139.45* (Purchased at the Norfolk Scope Box Office Only)

General Admission: $179.45

To purchase tickets or for more information on the 2026 MEAC Basketball Tournament, visit MEACHoops.com. 

Join us as we celebrate Morgan State University Alumni Day & Class Reunion, honoring alumni from classes ending in 1 and 6. This special gathering is all about reconnecting meeting new people, renewing lifelong friendships, and celebrating the Morgan pride that unites us all.

Event Details

📅 Date: Friday, May 15, 2026

⏰ Time: 11:00 a.m.

📍 Location: Calvin & Tina Tyler Ballroom

🎟️ Tickets: $125

Tickets are just a click away! Look to the right and click the Registration tab to secure your seat before tickets sell out.

Program Highlights

• 🎉 Class recognition and presentations
• 💰 Class checks and friendly competition
• 📣 Bragging rights for the class that brings the most alumni and cheers the loudest
• 🤝 Fellowship, laughter, and unforgettable moments

The energy, pride, and camaraderie make this one of the most exciting alumni events of the year.

Photo Opportunities

Capture the moment! Photo opportunities will be available in the atrium. These memories last a lifetime stop by before or after the program to commemorate the occasion.

Morgan State University Homecoming Weekend

Save the Date!

Morganites, it’s time to mark your calendars and get ready to come home! Morgan State University Homecoming Weekend is on the horizon, and excitement is already building for a powerful celebration of Bear pride, tradition, and togetherness.

Homecoming is more than a weekend it’s a reunion of generations, a showcase of our rich HBCU legacy, and a chance to reconnect with classmates, friends, and the Morgan community that helped shape who we are today. From spirited events and alumni gatherings to campus traditions and unforgettable moments, this is a weekend you won’t want to miss.

Whether you’re returning to relive cherished memories or experiencing Homecoming with fresh eyes, your presence makes this celebration even more meaningful. Let’s show up, show out, and represent Morgan with pride, unity, and excellence.

Stay tuned for more details on events, alumni activities, and chapter meetups as Homecoming approaches.

Until then spread the word, plan ahead, and get ready to Come Back Home to Morgan. 💙🧡🐻

We’d love to hear from you! If you have any chapter news to share, such as Alumni Spotlights, upcoming HBCU events, sporting events, charity events, college fairs, committee meetings or announcements about recent passings, please email us at prvp@morganalumnj.org. We look forward to hearing your updates!

Visit the MSUAA-New Jersey Chapter website and Social Media pages for the latest chapter news:

MSUAA-NJ Chapter, P.O. Box 6134, Somerset, New Jersey 08875

email address: msunaanj@gmail.com