Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

Prevention Science

Collaboration in Action: Bridging Research & Community

Posted in Data Science, International Students, PhD Students, Prevention Science, Public Affairs/Community Development, Publications & Research, Stories, Students

What if tackling health disparities could start with better data? Through the Urban Innovation Fund—a collaboration among university researchers and community organizations—Rutgers–Camden has committed $400,000 to transformative projects that directly benefit Camden. One such initiative, the Camden Health Equity and Digital Education Initiative, is developing a web-based platform to provide real-time, accessible health data for… continue reading

Advancing Community Health Through Research

Posted in International Students, PhD Students, Prevention Science, Stories, Students

With a foundation in Philosophy and Psychology from New York University, Yachun Wen brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to her work as a PhD student in the Prevention Science program. Originally from Beijing, China, she serves as a research assistant with the Senator Walter Rand Institute (WRI), contributing to projects analyzing survey data from Camden,… continue reading

Interdisciplinary Research in Mental Health & Criminal Justice

Posted in PhD Students, Prevention Science, Stories, Students

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

Bridging Research & Community Impact Through Prevention Science

Posted in International Students, PhD Students, Prevention Science, Stories, Students

Prevention Science is the driving force behind one graduate student’s mission to create healthier communities and address health disparities. With a global perspective shaped by his upbringing in Nigeria and a strong academic foundation, Joseph Abbas is committed to innovative research and impactful community-based interventions. Discover how his work at Rutgers-Camden University is making a… continue reading

Research, Policy, & Community: Inside the Walter Rand Institute’s Mission

Posted in Campus, Community, Prevention Science, Psychological Sciences, Public Affairs/Community Development, Publications & Research, Recording Rutgers Podcast, Staff

The Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs focuses on tackling essential social and community issues in Southern New Jersey. Renowned for its role in influencing policy through thorough research and data analysis, the institute makes substantial contributions in vital areas such as health and transportation. In this episode of the Recording Rutgers Podcast, Kristin… continue reading

Advancing Prevention Science at Rutgers-Camden

Posted in Faculty, Prevention Science, Stories

At the intersection of social relationships and health lies the work of Kristin August, PhD, the Founding Graduate Program Director of the Prevention Science program at Rutgers-Camden. A dedicated researcher and educator, she has transformed her passion for health psychology into a career focused on tackling pressing health and social challenges. Through innovative research and… continue reading