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

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

Like a Scene from a Movie: A Global Journey to Rutgers-Camden

Join us on an engaging journey where the phrase “It’s a small world” comes to life at Rutgers-Camden. Featuring Anitha Varghese and Taniya Robin, international students whose paths serendipitously crossed a decade after their first meeting in Dubai, their reunion at Rutgers-Camden is more than coincidence, it showcases the campus’ capacity to bring together diverse… continue reading

Insights into the Community at Rutgers–Camden

In the first episode of the Recording Rutgers podcast, we met our host Ojobo Agbo Eje, who hails from Nigeria and is pursuing a degree in our Data Science program. Ojobo led a conversation with three remarkable guests. They shared their academic journeys, their research interests, and their expectations for the upcoming academic year. Our… 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