Do Cannabis Businesses Increase Municipal Revenue?

At a national gathering known for shaping how public budgets and policies take form, Prakash Kandel, PhD candidate in Public Affairs/Community Development, and Michael Hayes, Graduate Program Director of the Public Administration (MPA) program, brought New Jersey’s cannabis policy landscape into a broader public finance conversation. The Association for Budgeting and Financial Management conference in… continue reading

Reimagining Agriculture through Robots & AI

When the American Cranberry Growers Association gathered for its annual meeting, Computer Science M.S. student Malav Champaneria was there—not as a spectator, but as a presenter sharing research at the crossroads of computer science and agriculture. His work is part of a collaboration led by Dr. Iman Dehzangi with scientists from the U.S. Department of… continue reading

International Student Perspective on Camden

Each year, Campus Philly publishes its Guide to Philly, a resource designed to help students explore neighborhoods, connect with community, and discover the region through student voices. This year, graduate student Kazi Tanzina Begum offered Camden’s story from her perspective as both a graduate and international student. Originally from Bangladesh and now in her second… continue reading

From Code to Care: A Vision for Data-Driven Healthcare

Originally from Andhra Pradesh, India, Geetanjali Kaza is a graduate student in Data Science at Rutgers University-Camden. With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering and valuable work experience, she is dedicated to developing innovative methods for extracting meaningful insights from vast healthcare datasets. Her academic journey is driven by a passion for leveraging… continue reading

Graduate Turns Math Expertise into Global Opportunity

“I can call myself a data scientist, a mathematician, and a quantitative analyst,” Touba Marrie says. “But of all these things, the central pillar is mathematics, and I’m proud of it.” In With Roots in The Gambia, Graduate Found Opportunity and Purpose at Rutgers–Camden, Christina Lynn shares Touba’s story—a journey that carried him across Africa,… continue reading

Essential Updates & Resources for International Students

Navigating life as an international student or scholar involves more than just academics—it also means staying informed about immigration policies, travel guidance, and opportunities for connection and support. Rutgers Global Alerts provides timely updates on travel advisories, immigration policy changes, and other regulatory developments that may affect students, scholars, and faculty. This resource is especially… continue reading