As lawmakers across the United States debate reducing or eliminating the property tax, a Rutgers University–Camden professor was selected as one of a small group of nationally recognized experts invited to weigh in on the future of the property tax, one of the most important and controversial sources of local government revenue. Michael Hayes, Associate… continue reading
Insider NJ has named two Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) alumni from Rutgers–Camden – Dena Mottola Jaborska and Jigna Rao – to its 2025 Powerful Women of NJ list. In a featured story introducing this year’s honorees, New Jersey Assemblywoman Shavonda E. Sumter describes the list as a “carefully curated group of remarkable women”… continue reading
For women pursuing careers in science and mathematics, sustained mentorship, faculty leadership, and institutional investment are often decisive in whether opportunity leads to long-term participation. At Rutgers University–Camden, a new five-year, $700,000 award from the Henry Luce Foundation’s Clare Boothe Luce Program for Women in STEM will support professorships and initiatives designed to strengthen those… continue reading
From atmospheric pollution to the chemistry of life itself, Angélica L. González studies how human activity reshapes natural systems at a global scale. As Director of the Biology MS program at Rutgers University-Camden, she brings that perspective directly into graduate education. Her latest study appears in the December 9 issue of Nature Communications. The article,… continue reading
First Prize in the 2025 Patty Friedmann Creative Writing Competition is a significant national honor, and this year the award recognizes Creative Writing MFA student Katrina “Kat” Echevarría Richter for her essay “Becoming Boriqua.” The competition is presented by LMNL, a New Orleans–based literary and arts organization that hosts the annual Words and Music Festival… continue reading
Who said you can’t go back home again? On Monday, November 3, the Graduate School team will be back at the Graduate School House, 211 N. 5th Street – just in time for the end-of-year festivities. From October 13 through November 3, we’ve been based at 67 Penn Street while work began on the Cooper… continue reading
The opening of a new electroencephalography (EEG) lab at Rutgers–Camden brought together three people — a professor beginning her faculty role, a student starting graduate school, and the program director for Psychological Sciences ready to volunteer as the first subject. Sean Duffy, Graduate Program Director for Psychological Sciences, marked the launch by taking the seat… continue reading
The energy of a first-grade classroom in South Jersey, is where Lori Braunstein is putting her dream into practice. Her clinical placement there marks the moment she has been working toward—turning years of persistence, redirection, and classroom experience as a paraprofessional into her first real steps as a teacher. She once pursued Law and Justice,… continue reading
Originally from Andhra Pradesh, India, Geetanjali Kaza is a graduate student in Data Science at Rutgers University-Camden. With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering and valuable work experience, she is dedicated to developing innovative methods for extracting meaningful insights from vast healthcare datasets. Her academic journey is driven by a passion for leveraging… continue reading
Eshaa Gogia, an alum of the Data Science MS program at Rutgers–Camden, and Iman Dehzangi, assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science, coauthored a new study with Arash Dehzangi. Their article, “Automated Subregional Hippocampus Segmentation Using 3D CNNs: A Computational Framework for Brain Aging Biomarker Analysis,” was published in Algorithms as part of a… continue reading
The pandemic exposed deep inequities across communities, including critical gaps in literacy for young Latino children. In a new post for the Rutgers-Camden Faculty Blog, Associate Professor of Spanish Silvia Perez-Cortes—who will soon serve as Graduate Program Director for the Teaching Spanish (MAT) program—shares the story behind A Rutgers Collaborative Helps New Jersey Kids Get… continue reading
Justin Riggs, MPA, SHRM-CP, an alumnus of the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program at Rutgers Graduate School-Camden, is making a meaningful impact in local government. Serving as Deputy Manager of the City of Cape May he exemplifies leadership and dedication in his field. This fall, Justin received the New Professional Award from the New… continue reading
Beneath the Rutgers President’s Tent in New Brunswick, the inaugural Rutgers Innovation Awards banquet brought together the university’s brightest minds to celebrate groundbreaking achievements in research and innovation. The event recognized individuals who had secured U.S. patents during fiscal years 2023 and 2024, as well as researchers whose work exemplifies the potential to transform lives… continue reading
Oğuz Kaan Özalp, a PhD student from Turkey in the Public Affairs / Community Development program, has transformed his theoretical background in political science into hands-on community engagement. Drawn by the program’s practical approach, he now researches the impact of social organizations on immigrant policymaking. His memorable experiences with Rutgers-Camden’s supportive community and numerous collaboration opportunities have… continue reading
With a foundation in Philosophy and Psychology from New York University, Yachun Wen brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to her work as a PhD student in the Prevention Science program. Originally from Beijing, China, she serves as a research assistant with the Senator Walter Rand Institute (WRI), contributing to projects analyzing survey data from Camden,… continue reading
The Campus Center serves as a central hub where students can cultivate leadership, programming, and organizational skills. It provides opportunities for service, leadership roles, employment, and self-initiated projects, all while building interpersonal, communication, and intercultural proficiency. In this episode of the Recording Rutgers Podcast, Chrissie King, Assistant Director of the Campus Center at Rutgers-Camden, shares… continue reading
From preserving the stories of Revolutionary War heroes to mentoring the next generation of public historians, Will Krakower’s work at Princeton Battlefield State Park and the Thomas Clarke House exemplifies the transformative power of history. An alumnus of Rutgers University–Camden’s Master of Arts in History program (Public History track), he has created opportunities for students… continue reading
Whether you’re deep into exams, collaborating on group projects, or simply seeking a place to unwind, 330 Cooper provides the essentials to enhance your college experience. Designed by Erdy McHenry Architecture and Michaels Development Company, this 12-story building overlooking the Delaware River was honored with the 2012 AIA Philadelphia Merit Award in the Built Category…. continue reading
Balancing motherhood, work, and education, a determined teenage mother transformed her life into one marked by academic excellence and impactful research. Janene Ryan, a PhD candidate in the Childhood Studies program at Rutgers-Camden, has dedicated her academic journey to amplifying the voices of children often unheard. From exploring childhood trauma to examining the psychological impacts… continue reading
Driven by a passion for solving real-world problems through data, Harsh Gujarathi’s journey to Rutgers-Camden’s Master’s in Data Science program combines curiosity, hands-on experience, and an eagerness to innovate. From his roots in Pune, India, to building friendships at events like Dodgeball and Masala Madness, Harsh has fully embraced campus life while taking advantage of… continue reading
Poetry isn’t just words on a page—it’s rhythm, voice, and history intertwined. In Rhyme and Reason, Eileen Reinhard explores how Tyler Hoffman, chair of the Department of English and Communication at Rutgers University–Camden, brings poetry to life for students and scholars alike. With a career dedicated to studying poets such as Robert Frost and Walt… continue reading
A journey spanning continents, decades, and technological revolutions has shaped the vision and leadership of Dr. Sunil Shende, who serves as both the Undergraduate Program Coordinator and Graduate Program Director for Computer Science and Data Science at Rutgers-Camden. From his early days at one of India’s most prestigious STEM institutions to his current role driving… continue reading
Podcasting, social media, virtual reality, and data science exemplify innovative technologies that offer vast opportunities, reshaping the future of communication in our increasingly digital world. To prepare both new entrants to the workforce and those already in it, Rutgers Graduate School-Camden is offering two new degree programs: a Master of Arts (M.A.) and a Master… continue reading
A hidden trove of diaries, newspapers, and testimonies from the Warsaw Ghetto inspired We Must Not Think of Ourselves, a gripping novel by Lauren Grodstein, the Graduate Program Director of the Creative Writing MFA at Rutgers University–Camden. Published by Algonquin Books, the novel is the focus of Rutgers–Camden Author Joins Today Show Book Club with… continue reading
Forensic science is where science meets the law, and for Kristen Smith, it has always been a passion. Inspired by crime scene investigation shows during her childhood, Kristen knew she wanted to work in the field. As a student in the Forensic Science MS program at Rutgers Graduate School-Camden, she discovered her niche in fingerprint… continue reading
At an age when most people are still finding their footing, Cody Miller was already serving in public office. Today, as the youngest member of the New Jersey Assembly and the first New Jersey legislator born in the 1990s, he brings a generational perspective to state government while maintaining a professional focus on education and… continue reading
Dr. Eric Klein is the Graduate Program Director for the Center for Computational and Integrative Biology (CCIB) at Rutgers University-Camden. His academic journey spans multiple disciplines, beginning with undergraduate degrees in Chemical Engineering and Biochemistry from the University of Pennsylvania. He earned a PhD in pharmacology at the same institution before engaging in postdoctoral research… continue reading
Curious about how a graduate program can transform your perspective and fuel your passions? This video dives into the Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (MALS) at Rutgers-Camden, featuring students and faculty who share what makes the program unique. Through flexible course options and interdisciplinary exploration, the MALS program creates space for discovery and meaningful… continue reading
What shapes the work of a scholar tackling systemic inequities in the criminal justice system? In a compelling episode of Faces & Voices of Rutgers, Nathan Link, Graduate Program Director for the Criminal Justice MA program and faculty at Rutgers-Camden, shared his journey with Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway. From reflecting on the double standards… continue reading
For some, the decision to teach comes down to one question: how do you make learning something students actually want to be part of? That is the work Quinn Ehmann has stepped into as a student in the Teacher Education MAT program. With a background supporting children in both classroom and clinical settings, including her… continue reading
Public spending on health is often assumed to produce better outcomes, but the effectiveness of that investment can depend on the political systems that govern how resources are used. This research examines how democratic governance influences the relationship between health expenditure and public health outcomes across Europe. This research was presented at the Graduate Poster… continue reading
Communication is often defined through speech, language, and the ability to articulate thoughts in words. This project challenges that assumption by shifting attention to listening as a relational act that can include babies and non-verbal children as active participants. By reconsidering how communication is conceptualized, the research pushes back against speech-centered models that overlook the… continue reading
First-generation college students often arrive on campus without the same family experience with higher education that many continuing-generation students have. Navigating academic expectations, campus systems, and support resources can feel isolating, and those experiences may shape whether students feel comfortable seeking academic help. At SPARK! 2025 (Showcase of Projects, Art, Research, and Knowledge), Chareina Johnson… continue reading
Sphingolipids are well known components of eukaryotic cells, playing important roles in organisms ranging from fungi and plants to animals. In bacteria, however, these lipids appear in only a small number of species, and their biological functions and synthesis pathways remain less understood. This project investigates how bacteria produce and transport sphingolipids, focusing on the… continue reading
