Data science, geographic analysis, and applied research converge in the graduate work of Athang Sanjeev Bhandarkar, a master’s student in Data Science at Rutgers-Camden. Through hands-on research using Geographic Information Systems, he has examined the happiness index of Cali, Colombia, analyzing how factors such as crime, air quality, and spatial conditions shape social outcomes. Grounded… continue reading
Being away from home during festive times can be challenging for international students like Naman Singh, a Data Science MS student and International Student Ambassador. When Naman expressed his feelings about missing Diwali to Dean Elizabeth Atkins of the Office of International Students & Global Programs (OIS), her response was simple and encouraging: “Bring an authentic Diwali… 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
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
Rutgers recognized extraordinary contributions to its mission during the 2023 Presidential Employee Excellence Recognition Awards ceremony at the Rutgers Club. The awards honor individuals and teams who demonstrate exceptional service, foster a sense of belonging, and make meaningful impacts within and beyond the university. One of the standout honorees was the Rutgers University-Camden Driving Change… continue reading
Two first-year international graduate students, Basirat Rufai from Nigeria and Dhairya Chauhan from India, share their experiences studying at Rutgers University–Camden. Basirat, a Ph.D. candidate in the Computational and Integrative Biology program, discusses her transition to the university’s vibrant academic environment. Dhairya, enrolled in the Data Science program, reflects on his explorations beyond Camden, including… continue reading
