A Journey Through Identity, Creativity, & Culture

Growing up in the New Jersey suburbs, surrounded by music and shifting perceptions of identity, shaped the vivid storytelling of Martin Wiley, a Creative Writing MFA graduate. Now the Coordinator of the Writing Center at Arcadia University, Wiley channels these experiences into his latest book, When Did We Stop Being Cute?. This “novel in poetic… continue reading

Mentorship & Mastery

Transforming her passion for research into groundbreaking achievements, Somya Patro, a Rutgers University-Camden Biology MS alumna, earned the prestigious Graduate School Academic Achievement Award from the Rutgers University-Camden Alumni Association. Her journey, marked by resilience and discovery, took her from navigating lab restrictions in Singapore to conducting hands-on research at Rutgers-Camden. After a well-deserved celebration… continue reading

Creating Opportunities for STEM Students

As the Senior Program Coordinator for the Center for Computational and Integrative Biology (CCIB) and the Graduate School at Rutgers-Camden, this role is dedicated to fostering STEM education and student success. Combining a strong background in environmental research with a passion for student engagement, the focus is on creating initiatives that help graduate students excel…. continue reading

Multidisciplinary Scholar at the Helm of CCIB

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

Mathematics as a Tool for Growth & Discovery

Christeen Perera’s journey through the world of mathematics is one marked by curiosity, resilience, and a dedication to supporting others. As the impetus behind the Graduate Student Organization and its founding chairperson, Christeen played a vital role in fostering a sense of community and collaboration among graduate students. With a foundation in mathematics and computer… continue reading

Health, Equity, & Data: Transforming Research in Southern New Jersey

Carla Villacis, a Data Science Master’s student at Rutgers University-Camden, has transitioned from a background in Psychology to a role as a research coordinator at the Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs. Through her work on projects ranging from health needs assessments to initiatives promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, Carla discovered the need to… continue reading