A hidden trove of diaries, newspapers, and testimonies from the Warsaw Ghetto inspired We Must Not Think of Ourselves, a gripping novel by Lauren Grodstein, the Graduate Program Director of the Creative Writing MFA at Rutgers University–Camden. Published by Algonquin Books, the novel is the focus of Rutgers–Camden Author Joins Today Show Book Club with… continue reading
Rutgers recognized extraordinary contributions to its mission during the 2023 Presidential Employee Excellence Recognition Awards ceremony at the Rutgers Club. The awards honor individuals and teams who demonstrate exceptional service, foster a sense of belonging, and make meaningful impacts within and beyond the university. One of the standout honorees was the Rutgers University-Camden Driving Change… continue reading
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
Picture a program where Spanish educators are empowered to lead and inspire, equipped with innovative teaching methods and a clear path to success. At Rutgers-Camden, Dr. Próspero N. García, as Graduate Program Director of the Master of Arts in Teaching Spanish, is transforming how language education is approached. Through mentorship, action-based research, and cutting-edge strategies,… continue reading
Imagine uncovering the story of an 18th-century baker with a genetic anomaly—13 ribs instead of the usual 12—buried in a cemetery of nearly 500 unnamed graves. Benjamin Britten’s coffin stood out not only because it carried his name but also because it offered an extraordinary glimpse into early American life. From the design of his… continue reading
Dr. Eric Klein is the Graduate Program Director for the Center for Computational and Integrative Biology (CCIB) at Rutgers University-Camden. His academic journey spans multiple disciplines, beginning with undergraduate degrees in Chemical Engineering and Biochemistry from the University of Pennsylvania. He earned a PhD in pharmacology at the same institution before engaging in postdoctoral research… continue reading
