When we hear “Chinatown,” we often think of New York, San Francisco, or Philadelphia. While these epicenters of Chinese immigration remain prominent today, many cities across the country were home to enclaves of Chinese immigrants.  In New Jersey, Chinese immigrants first settled in Belleville before branching out to Newark due to its proximity to New [...]

Do you need help crafting or tidying up your resume? Are you looking to make your resume shine in order land your dream job? Let Nancy Podesta help you! Nancy is a Career Coach & Employer Development Specialist at Centenary University and has taught, advised, and coached people on career readiness as well as trained [...]

Join us for a meeting of lively discussion at the library. This month’s book selection is The Golden Couple by Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen. Register online and we’ll see you there!

The beaches and communities that line the Jersey Shore are filled with history. From historic people, to landmark buildings, to iconic rides, the Jersey Shore is at the core of New Jersey’s identity. However, the Jersey Shore was not immune to societal norms, including segregation. Please join us as Cheryl Woodruff-Brooks talks about her book, [...]

Come join Amanda for a 45 minute energy-boosting meditation focusing on enhancing mood and aiding people experiencing low energy. If you have been feeling sluggish or depressed come unwind in this safe space.

As graduation dates creep ever closer, HESAA is committed to arming students and parents with the information necessary to understand repaying student loans and how to pay for graduate school.  The feelings of joy and accomplishment after graduation can quickly fade as the real world of financial obligations start to set in.  Samantha Benson, Training [...]