New York Jets Announce Caldwell University as new Higher Education Partner
Jets and Caldwell to Develop Bespoke Class for Students
July 9, 2024 – The New York Jets have announced a multi-year partnership with Caldwell University, a private Catholic university in Caldwell, New Jersey, making them An Official Higher Education partner of the team. Through the agreement, the team will collaborate directly with the university to create class-based and independent study projects for Caldwell students. In addition, the University will be the presenting partner of a 1JD Entertainment series and will receive brand building assets like stadium signage and commercial spots during Jets game broadcasts on iHeart’s Q104.3FM.
“The Jets are excited to welcome Caldwell University to our family as an Official Higher Education partner,” said Jeff Fernandez, Vice President, Business Development + Ventures. “Caldwell is an historic institution with a long legacy of developing the best and brightest women and men. We are eager to work with them not only to expand knowledge and capabilities but also to provide meaningful experience for their career aspirations. It is important that we help raise the profile and awareness of all the amazing aspects of Caldwell University”.
Beginning in the spring of 2025, the Jets will collaborate with Caldwell to develop Jets-centric programs for the university’s students, with a goal of enhancing student success via real life experiences. These programs will provide students with relevant course work, while aligning with important challenges and innovation opportunities with the team.
“We are so honored and pleased to be a higher education partner to the Jets organization, and we look forward to working with them in furtherance of our mission to educate women and men for today’s society, for success, and to help them to make additional positive impacts on society,” said Dr. Jeff Senese, Caldwell University’s President. “We can think of no other professional organization or team with which to associate to help students become better leaders, to support our faculty and staff’s goals, and to make a difference in our communities.”
As a part of the partnership, Caldwell University will be a presenting sponsor of the 1JD Entertainment content series “Origins”, which will tell the story of the beginnings of New York Jets players careers, highlighting their hometowns, college experiences, family lives, and influential people who helped them get to where they are today.
About Caldwell University
Founded in 1939 by the Sisters of Saint Dominic, Caldwell University promotes intellectual, spiritual, and aesthetic growth to a diverse population and welcomes all cultures and faith traditions. Inspired by St. Dominic de Guzman and our Catholic heritage, we transform students’ lives by preparing them through the liberal arts and professional studies to think critically, pursue truth, and contribute to a just society.
About New York Jets
The New York Jets were founded in 1959 as the New York Titans, an original member of the American Football League (AFL). The Jets won Super Bowl III, defeating the NFL’s Baltimore Colts in 1969. In 1970, the franchise joined the National Football League in the historic AFL–NFL merger that set the foundation for today’s league. As part of a commitment to its fan base through innovation and experiences, the team has created initiatives such as, its trailblazing Jets Rewards program, a state-of-the-art mobile app, and 1JD Entertainment, a comprehensive content platform that gives fans greater access to the team across all digital and social platforms. The organization takes great pride in a long-standing, year-round commitment to their community. These programs are funded by the New York Jets Foundation and look to positively influence the lives of young men and women in the tri-state area, particularly in disadvantaged communities. The organization supports the efforts of the Lupus Research Alliance, youth football and numerous established charitable organizations and causes sponsored by the NFL. The New York Jets play in MetLife Stadium, which opened in 2010, and are headquartered at the Atlantic Health Jets Training Center in Florham Park, New Jersey. For more information about the New York Jets visit newyorkjets.com.