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
A fascination with the intersections of mental health and criminal justice has shaped Catherine Heitz’s journey from clinical psychology to groundbreaking research as a PhD student in the Prevention Science program at Rutgers-Camden. Driven by a desire to address the root causes of societal challenges, she now explores critical issues such as community violence, firearm… continue reading
Balancing motherhood, work, and education, a determined teenage mother transformed her life into one marked by academic excellence and impactful research. Janene Ryan, a PhD candidate in the Childhood Studies program at Rutgers-Camden, has dedicated her academic journey to amplifying the voices of children often unheard. From exploring childhood trauma to examining the psychological impacts… continue reading
Driven by a passion for solving real-world problems through data, Harsh Gujarathi’s journey to Rutgers-Camden’s Master’s in Data Science program combines curiosity, hands-on experience, and an eagerness to innovate. From his roots in Pune, India, to building friendships at events like Dodgeball and Masala Madness, Harsh has fully embraced campus life while taking advantage of… continue reading
The Master of Arts in English and Media Studies at Rutgers University-Camden offers students the chance to work with internationally recognized faculty. This program prepares them for academic careers through MFA programs and doctoral studies, as well as for professional careers in writing and publishing. In this episode of the Recording Rutgers Podcast, we feature… continue reading
From uncovering the lives of past occupants in historic homes to tackling the overlooked narratives of entire communities, Sebastian LaVergne has turned their passion for history into a mission to amplify voices from the margins. A South Jersey native and Rutgers University-New Brunswick alumnus, Sebastian is now pursuing an M.A. in Public History at Rutgers… continue reading
