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

Championing Accessibility & Inclusion in Human Services

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

International Roots, Academic Heights: A Path to a PhD

The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped global perspectives, and for Temitope Akinode, it also defined a critical chapter in her academic journey. As a founding member of the Graduate Student Organization and a recent graduate of the Computational and Integrative Biology program, she collaborated with Dr. Benedetto Piccoli to investigate the economic and societal impacts of lockdown… 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

Alum is Shaping Opportunities in STEM

How does a graduate student leave a lasting legacy on campus while paving the way for a groundbreaking career? As highlighted in For Forensics Master’s Recipient, Graduation is Not Goodbye, Kyra Miller’s journey through Rutgers Graduate School-Camden’s Master of Science in Forensic Science (MSFS) program exemplifies how determination and opportunity can intersect to create extraordinary… 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