Revolutionary War Stories Meet Modern Mentorship

From preserving the stories of Revolutionary War heroes to mentoring the next generation of public historians, Will Krakower’s work at Princeton Battlefield State Park and the Thomas Clarke House exemplifies the transformative power of history. An alumnus of Rutgers University–Camden’s Master of Arts in History program (Public History track), he has created opportunities for students… continue reading

Connecting Academia to Industry

How does cutting-edge academic research translate into life-changing therapies? For Dr. Catherine Chatelain, an alumna of the Computational & Integrative Biology (CCIB) doctoral program at Rutgers University-Camden, this question has shaped her career. Her groundbreaking work in functional genomics during her doctoral studies laid the foundation for her role at Bristol Myers Squibb, where she… continue reading

A Mayor’s Focus on Community Growth

Dunellen, New Jersey, has been led by Mayor Jason F. Cilento since January 1, 2020, but his journey into public service began long before. A Rutgers-Camden Public Administration (EMPA) alumnus, Cilento made history at just 20 years old by joining the Borough Council. Today, his leadership is focused on driving economic development, addressing infrastructure needs,… continue reading

Scarlet Pride: Uniting Rutgers Alumni Through Shared Success Stories

With a global network of over 571,900 alumni, including 343,000 in New Jersey alone, Rutgers University stands as a pillar of community and connection in the Garden State. At the Rutgers Graduate School-Camden, we’re dedicated to forging lasting bonds between alumni of all eras. In this episode of the Recording Rutgers Podcast, we sit down… continue reading

The Art of Story & Advocacy

Award-winning author and Creative Writing MFA graduate Susan Muaddi Darraj crafts powerful narratives for both adults and children, earning recognition for her ability to bring complex themes to life. With honors including an American Book Award, two Arab American Book Awards, and the Maryland State Arts Council Independent Artist Award, her work continues to resonate… continue reading

Building Bridges of Support

What drives someone to create programs that uplift entire communities and inspire lasting change? The Rutgers-Camden Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) program equips leaders with the skills to make an enduring impact, blending strategic thinking with a deep commitment to public service. Mi Kyung Jasmine Je, President and Executive Director of the Asian Women’s… continue reading