Resilience for Black women and girls is often misunderstood, celebrated in ways that glorify struggle or demand relentless strength. A new article in American Psychologist, “I Am Not (Your) Superwoman, Black Girl Magic, or Beautiful Struggle: Rethinking the Resilience of Black Women and Girls,” challenges these narratives and calls for a shift toward holistic well-being…. continue reading
A new semester brings fresh opportunities to grow, connect, and achieve your goals. Whether you’re starting your graduate journey or continuing to build on your accomplishments, this spring offers plenty of moments to look forward to. DateEventJanuary 3, 2025Deadline for January Graduates: Application for Admission to Candidacy, Thesis, Dissertation.January 2 – March 1, 2025Diploma Application Period… continue reading
Hannah Beck, a Public Affairs/Community Development graduate student from Germany, highlights the benefits of the Zen Den, featured in Eileen Reinhard’s article, “Stressed Students Improving Focus and Concentration by Visiting the Zen Den.” Located on the second floor of the North Third Street dormitory, this on-campus space provides students with a sanctuary for mindfulness and… continue reading
A commitment to advancing equity through evidence-based policy shapes the work of Urvi Patel, a recent alumna of Rutgers-Camden with a master’s degree in Public Affairs | Community Development. Now a Policy Analyst at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities in Washington, D.C., she focuses on income security and housing policy. Her work includes… continue reading
What happens when a cultural cornerstone like Sesame Street faces an uncertain future? Huffington Post’s article, The Future of ‘Sesame Street’ Hangs in the Balance. Its Core Audience Might Not Care, by Candace McDuffie, explores this pressing question—and features expert insights from Marilisa Jiménez García, Associate Professor of Childhood Studies at Rutgers University-Camden. The article… continue reading
Growing up in Kenya and trained in applied mathematics, Beryl Ochieng first entered the world of data through her work with national vital-statistics records. Seeing how gaps in information affected real decisions pushed her toward further study, a direction that led her to Rutgers–Camden, where she is completing her Master of Science in Data Science…. continue reading
