Graduate School of Arts and Sciences

Community in Action: Resilience & Impact

Community in Action:
Resilience & Impact

The dynamic environment at Rutgers Graduate School-Camden brings together alumni, faculty, staff, students, and the broader local area in an inclusive space defined by collaboration, innovation, and excellence. We are excited to share the stories—and the voices—of the people who shape this experience, told in their own words through presentations, papers, podcasts, and more. This is a celebration of what it takes to live, survive, and thrive in graduate school, capturing the extraordinary achievements and everyday moments that define this shared journey.

INTRODUCING YOU TO THE COMMUNITY

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The Graduate Experience:
Learning, Living, Thriving

  • Pioneering New Directions in Girlhood Studies

    Pioneering New Directions in Girlhood Studies

    Girlhood studies offer a powerful lens to explore how culture, power, and identity intersect. Featured in Girl Museum’s Why We Need Girls’ Studies series, the co-founders of the Girlhood Studies Collective, Dr. Halle Singh and E Lev Feinman, discuss their efforts to expand critical research in this dynamic field. Dr. Singh, a Rutgers Childhood Studies……

  • Unraveling the Science Behind Plant Adaptation

    Unraveling the Science Behind Plant Adaptation

    A lifelong problem solver with a passion for science, Maria Schwarz has found her calling in plant genetics. Now a PhD student in the Computational and Integrative Science Program, she investigates how stomata—microscopic pores on plant leaves critical for photosynthesis—develop and adapt to drought conditions. Her path, shaped by curiosity and dedication, highlights the potential……

Leading the Way: Faculty Contributions & Breakthroughs

  • Psychology Behind Public Art

    Psychology Behind Public Art

    Murals tell stories—of communities, histories, and the ever-changing present. From the earliest cave paintings to the towering works of street art in today’s cities, people have long used walls as canvases for collective expression. In “Mural Art and the Psychology of Expression,” Eileen Reinhard explores this connection, highlighting how mural art continues to shape communities….…

  • From Patagonia to the Galápagos: Why Fieldwork Matters

    From Patagonia to the Galápagos: Why Fieldwork Matters

    Ever wondered what it’s like to take your biology lessons to some of the most breathtaking ecosystems on Earth? In her compelling piece, Professor’s Passion for Biology Inspires Once-in-a-Lifetime Courses, Caroline Brobeil takes us into the world of Dr. Alejandro Vagelli, whose love for fieldwork and marine conservation inspires transformative learning experiences for students at……

Alumni Making an Impact:
Campus to Community

  • A Rising Star in Local Government Leadership

    A Rising Star in Local Government Leadership

    Justin Riggs, MPA, SHRM-CP, an alumnus of the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program at Rutgers Graduate School-Camden, is making a meaningful impact in local government. Serving as Deputy Manager of the City of Cape May he exemplifies leadership and dedication in his field. This fall, Justin received the New Professional Award from the New……

  • Revolutionary War Stories Meet Modern Mentorship

    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……

Life on the Camden Campus:
Learning & Growth

  • Maximize Your Experience: Services & Amenities at the Campus Center

    Maximize Your Experience: Services & Amenities at the Campus Center

    The Campus Center serves as a central hub where students can cultivate leadership, programming, and organizational skills. It provides opportunities for service, leadership roles, employment, and self-initiated projects, all while building interpersonal, communication, and intercultural proficiency. In this episode of the Recording Rutgers Podcast, Chrissie King, Assistant Director of the Campus Center at Rutgers-Camden, shares……

  • Graduate Living Redefined: Amenities & Community

    Graduate Living Redefined: Amenities & Community

    Whether you’re deep into exams, collaborating on group projects, or simply seeking a place to unwind, 330 Cooper provides the essentials to enhance your college experience. Designed by Erdy McHenry Architecture and Michaels Development Company, this 12-story building overlooking the Delaware River was honored with the 2012 AIA Philadelphia Merit Award in the Built Category….…