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Balancing Coursework, Research, and Career Goals

In this episode of the Recording Rutgers Podcast, we’re joined by Gaylene Gordon, a Childhood Studies doctoral candidate and alum of the Criminal Justice MA program—affectionately known as the Writing Mechanic—joins us to share her insights on combining professional experience with research interests to carve a niche in the academic market. She tackles the pivotal… continue reading

School-Level Strategies for Graduate Enrollment Growth

Growing graduate enrollment isn’t about ownership—it’s about obligation: to students, to scholarship, and to the future. That perspective shaped Assistant Dean Erick Watt-Udogu’s presentation at the 2025 East Coast GEM Summer Conference, held June 4–5 at Rutgers University–New Brunswick. Hosted by NEGAP and its East Coast partners, the conference brought together graduate enrollment professionals for two… continue reading

See the Spaces That Shape the Graduate Experience

From the verdant Quad and sweeping Camden Waterfront views to high-tech labs, light-filled lecture halls, and the galleries, homes, and hubs where students come together—this new community virtual tour captures the spaces that define graduate life at Rutgers–Camden. Whether you’re planning your next chapter or reflecting on where you’ve been, this is a chance to… continue reading

EMPA Alum Elected NJCM President

Mayor Jason Cilento’s swearing-in as President of the New Jersey Conference of Mayors (NJCM) marked a defining moment at this year’s 60th Annual Spring Conference, held May 27 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City. A graduate of the Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) program at Rutgers–Camden, Cilento brings both a… continue reading

Essential Updates & Resources for International Students

Navigating life as an international student or scholar involves more than just academics—it also means staying informed about immigration policies, travel guidance, and opportunities for connection and support. Rutgers Global Alerts provides timely updates on travel advisories, immigration policy changes, and other regulatory developments that may affect students, scholars, and faculty. This resource is especially… continue reading

Where Public Service Meets Practical Skills

Navigating the demands of public service and private operations requires a skill set that’s both broad and deeply practical. As an Operations Area Manager at Rutgers–Camden, Robert Brant found that balance through the Master of Public Administration program. In this piece, he reflects on how the MPA helped him think more strategically, lead more effectively,… continue reading