The Nest: May 2026

The monthly newsletter for alumni and friends of Stockton University

Graduates Encouraged to Lead as ‘Changemakers’ at Commencement

From first-generation college students to aspiring changemakers, Stockton University’s Class of 2026 was celebrated on May 15 for the determination, leadership and community spirit that defined its path to graduation.

The university hosted two commencement ceremonies on May 15 at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall for the more than 2,300 Class of 2026 graduates earning bachelor’s degrees.

Read more about the newest Stockton alumni

Stockton, Community Colleges Launch South Jersey Higher Education Alliance

Stockton University and four regional community colleges launched a transformative partnership designed to make college transfer more seamless, affordable and centered for students across southern and central New Jersey. 

Presidents from Stockton University, Atlantic Cape Community College, Brookdale Community College, Camden County College and Ocean County College signed a Memorandum of Agreement establishing the new South Jersey Higher Education Alliance. The agreement creates a collaborative framework focused on expanding educational opportunities, strengthening transfer pathways and improving student success throughout the region. 

Learn more about the Alliance

Haiti Selects Stockton as Team Base Camp for FIFA World Cup 2026

Stockton University announced Haiti has selected the school’s athletic facilities as its Team Base Camp training site for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The Haiti National Team, also known as the Grenadiers, are in Group C and will arrive at Stockton on June 8. Their first World Cup game is in Boston on June 13 against Scotland. They will play Brazil on June 19 in Philadelphia and finish group play June 24 against Morocco in Atlanta.

More details about Haiti at Stockton

Stockton and AtlantiCare to Expand Health Education and Workforce Pathways

Johnson & Johnson Donates $100K to Fund Nursing Scholarship

Roth Family Honors Parents with Holocaust Studies Scholarship

Master’s and Doctoral Graduates Told to Lead Through Service and Community

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Alumni Business Directory Highlight:

May is Small Business Month! Register your business with the Stockton Alumni Business Directory here.