Notable Newark-ers
Though born in California, this Creed actor was raised and attended a performing arts school in Newark, where he likely learned the skills that would win him his first Oscar in 2026 for his role in Sinners.
Micheal B. Jordan
This Newark Nickname comes from Newark’s architecture and its history as a major producer of construction materials
Brick City
Named after the state’s famed cryptid, this professional hockey team plays in Newark, NJ.
The New Jersey Devils
This man is not a formula one driver, but he is the dean of the Albert Dorman Honors College
Dean Louis Hamilton
This third vice president, who is widely known due to his portrayal by Leslie Odom Jr. in a 2017 hip-hopera about his rival, was born in Newark in the former province of New Jersey.
Aaron Burr
This major train station serves Newark and provides easy access to New York City… sometimes within just 30 minutes!
Newark Penn Station
The Ironbound in Newark is a historical hub of immigration, famous for its culture and cuisine largely influenced by immigrants from this country
Portugal
This NJIT Mascot has been a key part of campus spirit since its introduction in 1949
The Highlander(s)
Born in Newark and raised elsewhere in NJ, Mikey Way would go on to and become the bassist of this band known for songs such as Helena and Welcome to The Black Parade.
My Chemical Romance (MCR)
Corey Booker, a former Mayor of Newark, currently holds the record for the longest one of these in senate history, clocking in at a whopping 25 hours, 5 minutes and 59 seconds.
Speech (Accept Fillibuster)
Opened in 1997, this place was the site of America’s Got Talent’s Live Broadcasts in 2012 and has hosted countless concerts by famous artists such as Nina Simone, Paul Simon, and Trisha Paytas
NJPAC (New Jersey Performing Arts Center)
An old campus legend states that if you step beneath this campus landmark, you will not graduate NJIT within four years.
The Clocktower
Food Scientist Sam Porcello, a Newark native, held five patents related to this black-and-white cookie, for which he developed and perfected the modern cream filling.
Oreo
Formerly owned by African-American beauty entrepreneur and Newark’s first female millionaire, this mansion is known for its unique architecture and history
Kreuger-Scott Mansion
The climactic scene of this iconic 1982 musical film was shot on the NX bridge, over the passaic river in Newark. During the filming of the scene, the titular role was played by a stuntman in a curly orange wig and a red dress.
Annie
Before NJIT was NJIT, it went through 2 different names: its first was Newark Technical School and its second was this
Newark College of Engineering
This author of The Red Badge of Courage was born in Newark, New Jersey in 1871 and was the youngest of 9 surviving children
Stephen Crane
Branch Brook park, known for its cherry blossom tree collection, the largest in the US, was redesigned by this architectural duo, partially influenced by their father’s designs for New York’s Central Park
The Olmstead Brothers
Partially filmed on NJIT’s campus, this extraterrestrial 2026 Spielberg film stars Emily Blunt as a meteorologist.
Disclosure Day
This NJIT campus icon is known for her signature hypoallergenic curly fur, pink vest, and constantly wagging tail.
Jersey Girl