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��Ƶ News - Feb. 20, 2026

WHAT WE'RE TALKING ABOUT

Spring Art Gallery Exhibit Features Works of ��Ƶ Alumni

An exhibit featuring the work of 42 ��Ƶ Visual Arts alumni highlights a series of displays at the ��Ƶ Art Gallery through May 2.

The Visual Arts Alumni Triennial Exhibition will be held in the Lower Art Gallery until April 9. The exhibit features work by Rachel Anzalone, Lea Barone, Delaney Rose Burke, Amanda Elizabeth Bylone, Amanda Cantillon, Karlee Church, Jodee Clifford, Capri J. Cline, Matthew Deibert, Alexander DiGiovanni, Brenda Dolhanczyk, Jaimie Masino Doyle, David Dziemian, Katherine Farah, Sean Fitzgerald, Annaliese Giunta, Glenn Green, Justin Hayes, Grahm Hughes, Mae Kellert, Ryan La, Frankie Mainieri, Bruce J. Mohn, Christine A. O'Brien, NENE, James Pullaro, Alana Reichfeld, Nikki Robinson, Ashley Schultz, Yuliya Semenova, Amanda Smentkowski, Kristina Smith, Concetta Stoto, Jack Swenson, Norman Switzer, Matthew Tarquinio, Susan Vogel Brown, Nina Wall, Bryan Warner, Kristina Wasnidge, Rebecca Whittemore and Allie Wilson.

Some of the artwork includes “Seeking” by Deibert ’25, “Peaceful Afternoon” by O’Brien ’25 and “John’s Drive-In, Montauk, NY” by Reichfeld ’23.

The closing reception and awards ceremony will be held at 4 p.m. on April 9 in the Lower Art Gallery.

Pictured: "Peaceful Afternoon" by Christine A. O'Brien

Poll: Two-thirds of N.J. Voters Think Immigration Enforcement Gone Too Far

Two-thirds of New Jersey voters think immigration enforcement efforts in this country have gone too far and 59% said ICE’s deportation tactics are making communities less safe, according to a ��Ƶ poll released Feb. 19.

When it comes to the scope of immigration enforcement, 12% said recent efforts have not gone far enough and 1 in 5 said they’ve been about right. More than one-fourth of voters (29%) said the tactics employed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, known as ICE, are making communities safer, and 9% said they’ve had little effect on communities either way. A majority of 62% of voters in the poll by the William J. Hughes Center for Public Policy disapprove of the Trump administration’s approach to immigration and 35% approve.

When it comes to undocumented immigrants currently living in the U.S., most voters (58%) said they should be allowed to stay legally as long as they meet certain requirements, while 16% said they should be allowed to stay legally without conditions, and 22% said they should not be allowed to stay legally.

SPOTLIGHT ON:

Faculty, Staff Publish Childhood Studies Textbook

A new textbook authored and edited by ��Ƶ faculty is helping redefine how students and educators understand childhood as an academic field.

“Perspectives on Childhood: An Interdisciplinary Approach” brings together 12 scholars from across the behavioral sciences, health sciences, social sciences and humanities to examine childhood through multiple lenses, emphasizing that children’s lives are shaped by social systems, culture and lived experience.

A book signing and author talk was held on Feb. 17 at ��Ƶ’s Lakeside Lodge to mark the publication. During the event, the authors reflected on their experiences developing the book. ��Ƶ, through the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, offers a minor in Childhood Studies.

PHOTO: From left, Sara Martino, Megan Thompson, Helana Girgis, Guia Calicdan-Apostle, Elyse Richman Smith, Connie Tang, Kerrin Wolf, Allison Sinanan and Angela Gwathney gathered in the Lakeside Lodge on Feb. 17 to talk about their new book 'Perspectives on Childhood: An Interdisciplinary Approach.' In all, 12 ��Ƶ faculty and staff contributed to the new textbook.

WHAT'S TRENDING @ #STOCKTONU

: 🏀 From New Zealand to the Nest 🦅 When Veronica “Ronnie” Thompson ’84 first picked up a basketball, she never imagined it would take her nearly 9,000 miles from New Zealand to ��Ƶ.

: Ospreys share why they picked their majors.

: ��Ƶ is preparing students to reinvent themselves multiple times throughout their lives because the world we know right now will not be the world their children experience.

FROM THE SIDELINES

��Ƶ Basketball Splits at Rowan in Regular-Season Finale

The men’s and women’s basketball teams closed the regular season at Rowan on Wednesday, Feb. 18, with the men earning a decisive win and the women dropping a key game ahead of the postseason.

The men's team posted a 90-70 victory the No. 3 seed in the New Jersey Athletic Conference Tournament. The Ospreys hit the 90-point mark for the fifth time this season and built a competitive edge early. Andrew Crawford scored a career-high 25 points and Charlie Bell added a career-best 18 as ��Ƶ took a 44-41 halftime lead. Justin Harper chipped in with 17 points and a game-high 10 rebounds, while Tayvon Gaither finished with 17. ��Ƶ opened the second half on a 21-7 run and pushed its lead into double figures down the stretch.

In the women’s game, Rowan ��Ƶ 70-60 to snap the Ospreys’ five-game winning streak. ��Ƶ opened the game slowly but rallied to a 36-34 halftime lead. A Rowan 8-0 run early in the third quarter gave the hosts a lead they would not relinquish. Grace Speer led ��Ƶ with 23 points, and Bre Evans added 11.

Next Up: Both ��Ƶ teams now turn their focus to NJAC Tournament play this Saturday, Feb. 21. The women's team will face off against Montclair at 5:30 p.m., and the men's team will face Kean at 8 p.m. in the Sports Center. Tickets are $11 for adults and $6 for students, seniors and children. For NJAC Tournament tickets and livestreams, visit the and tournament pages. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Go Ospreys!

Women’s Lacrosse Wins Season Opener 11-9 Over Neumann

The women’s lacrosse team the 2026 season Feb. 17 with an 11-9 victory over Neumann. The Ospreys opened a seven-goal lead in the third quarter and held off the Knights down the stretch.

Isabella Marinello scored a game-high five goals and reached the 100-goal mark for her career, becoming the third ��Ƶ player to reach the milestone.

Freshman Brielle Soltys made an outstanding debut, setting a school record with nine caused turnovers while adding eight ground balls and four assists. Madison MacGillivray tallied two goals and an assist.

��Ƶ trailed 3-2 early in the second quarter before reeling off eight consecutive goals. Marinello netted four during the run, Brianna Robinson added two and freshman Maisy Mosier scored her first career goal during the outburst.

Next Up:��Ƶ returns to action Saturday, Feb. 21, against Mount Saint Mary College.

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OSPREY NOTES

FAFSA Completion Appointments Available

Do your students need assistance completing their 26-27 FAFSA? The Office of Financial Aid is hosting several FAFSA Completion Appointments throughout the spring semester to assist students in completing their application for financial aid.

Appointments are available at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon on Feb. 23, March 3, March 31 and April 14. Additional appointments are offered at 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. on March 19 and April 9. Evening appointments will be held at 6 p.m. on March 4 and April 1.

Students and their FAFSA contributors are encouraged to attend ahead of the state’s April 15 deadline. Appointments can be scheduled at stockton.edu/contactfinaid through Ospreys Navigate using go��Ƶ portal login credentials.

Important Financial Aid Dates to Remember

It’s that time of year again! Please encourage your students to apply for 2026-27 financial aid by the university's March 1 Priority Date. Filing early ensures students receive their aid offer and have plenty of time to complete requirements before the fall bill due date.

If they can't apply by March 1, let's make sure they don't miss the April 15 deadline! Anyone who received TAG or the ��Ƶ Promise in the 25-26 academic year must complete their 26-27 FAFSA or NJ Alternative Application by April 15, 2026, to be considered for those funds in 26-27.

Students can learn more and get started at stockton.edu/fafsa.

Reminder: Review Tuition & Fee Scenarios Prior to Annual Tuition Hearing March 3

Prior to determining tuition and fees for the upcoming year, the Finance and Professional Services Committee of the Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing as required by New Jersey statute. The University’s Annual Tuition Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 3 at 4:30 p.m. in the Michael Jacobson BOT Room in the Campus Center. This is an opportunity for the views of the ��Ƶ community to be shared with members of the Board of Trustees.

University leadership has prepared several tuition and fee scenarios for your consideration. You can view these scenarios in the . You will have the opportunity to comment on the proposed FY 2027 tuition and fee increases during the March 3 meeting. If you would like to make a public comment, either by appearing in-person, or by having your comment read during the meeting, please in advance to ensure time is allotted for your comment. Registration to attend the meeting is not required. The hearing will also be available via a , but please refer to the above instructions should you wish to make a public comment. Comments will not be accepted via Zoom.

🐾Fun Fact Friday: Today isNational Love Your Pet Day, a warm and fuzzy time to officially “paws” and celebrate our furry, feathered or scaly companions. Studies show pets can reduce stress by lowering cortisol and boosting oxytocin, the “love hormone.” Give your pet an extra treat today. They’ve earned it.