Environmental justice offers a critical perspective on the ongoing legacy of systemic inequities in society. A capstone project by Philadelphia-area educator Cassandra Bunje for the Liberal Studies MA program, “An Exploration of Environmental Justice with a Focus on Connecting Historical Redlining Practices to Current Environmental Racism,” examines the connections between historical redlining practices and contemporary… continue reading
The commodification of women’s bodies is deeply embedded in societal and economic systems that prioritize profit over personhood. Mary Roffers’ Liberal Studies Capstone, A Woman’s Worth: Bodies as Capitalistic Endeavors, examines how women’s bodies are framed as deviant or deficient unless they conform to narrow societal standards. Using Michel Foucault’s theories of power, Roffers reveals… continue reading
Sound shapes our world, but what if our understanding of it is fundamentally flawed? Jeff Hawley’s Liberal Studies capstone, “(Further) Against Primary Sound. Account of Echoes,” takes on this challenge, diving into the philosophical intricacies of how sound and echoes are perceived. Building on critiques of Casey O’Callaghan’s Primary Sound Account of Echoes, Jeff examines… continue reading
Rutgers Graduate School-Camden Liberal Studies MS alumnus Jake J. Jones has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who for his exceptional contributions to nonprofit leadership, business consulting, and community service. With a career spanning multiple sectors, Mr. Jones exemplifies how a strong academic foundation can inspire transformative change. As the executive leader of ADEPT Programs, Mr…. continue reading
Curious about how a graduate program can transform your perspective and fuel your passions? This video dives into the Master of Arts in Liberal Studies (MALS) at Rutgers-Camden, featuring students and faculty who share what makes the program unique. Through flexible course options and interdisciplinary exploration, the MALS program creates space for discovery and meaningful… continue reading
