Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

Public Affairs/Community Development

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

PhD Student Goes From Political Theory to Community Action

Posted in Featured Student, International Students, PhD Students, Public Affairs/Community Development, Stories, Student Stories, Students

Oğuz Kaan Özalp, a PhD student from Turkey in the Public Affairs / Community Development program, has transformed his theoretical background in political science into hands-on community engagement. Drawn by the program’s practical approach, he now researches the impact of social organizations on immigrant policymaking. His memorable experiences with Rutgers-Camden’s supportive community and numerous collaboration opportunities have… continue reading

Graduate Grind: Strategies for Success in Academia

Posted in International Students, PhD Students, Public Affairs/Community Development, Recording Rutgers Podcast, Students

In this episode of the Recording Rutgers Podcast, you’ll hear from Daniel Assamah, a PhD candidate in Public Affairs/Community Development. Daniel shares his journey, revealing what motivated him to pursue his PhD. He provides an insider’s perspective on academic publishing, discussing the process from initial research to publication and the challenges he has overcome along… 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

Balancing Graduate Education & Full-Time Careers: Real Talk on Work, Life, & a Ph.D.

Posted in PhD Students, Public Administration MPA & EMPA, Public Affairs/Community Development, Recording Rutgers Podcast, Staff

Are you grappling with the challenge of balancing work, life, and the prospect of further graduate education? Interested in learning more about the Public Affairs Ph.D. program or the Public Administration Program? This Recording Rutgers podcast episode is just what you need. In this episode, we feature two students from the Public Affairs doctoral program… continue reading