Connecting Academia to Industry

How does cutting-edge academic research translate into life-changing therapies? For Dr. Catherine Chatelain, an alumna of the Computational & Integrative Biology (CCIB) doctoral program at Rutgers University-Camden, this question has shaped her career. Her groundbreaking work in functional genomics during her doctoral studies laid the foundation for her role at Bristol Myers Squibb, where she… continue reading

Alum is Shaping Opportunities in STEM

How does a graduate student leave a lasting legacy on campus while paving the way for a groundbreaking career? As highlighted in For Forensics Master’s Recipient, Graduation is Not Goodbye, Kyra Miller’s journey through Rutgers Graduate School-Camden’s Master of Science in Forensic Science (MSFS) program exemplifies how determination and opportunity can intersect to create extraordinary… continue reading

Interdisciplinary Research in Mental Health & Criminal Justice

A fascination with the intersections of mental health and criminal justice has shaped Catherine Heitz’s journey from clinical psychology to groundbreaking research as a PhD student in the Prevention Science program at Rutgers-Camden. Driven by a desire to address the root causes of societal challenges, she now explores critical issues such as community violence, firearm… continue reading

Raising a Family, Pursuing a PhD, & Changing Lives

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

How Campus Life & Research Shape a Data Science Journey

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

A Mayor’s Focus on Community Growth

Dunellen, New Jersey, has been led by Mayor Jason F. Cilento since January 1, 2020, but his journey into public service began long before. A Rutgers-Camden Public Administration (EMPA) alumnus, Cilento made history at just 20 years old by joining the Borough Council. Today, his leadership is focused on driving economic development, addressing infrastructure needs,… continue reading