Graduate School Team
The Graduate School–Camden team is an award-winning assembly of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to serving Rutgers, Camden, and the broader academic community. Together, we strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers individuals to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to advancing knowledge.
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Dr. Michelle Meloy, Associate Dean of the Graduate School-Camden
mlmeloy@camden.rutgers.edu
(856) 225-6149
Michelle Meloy, Ph.D., has been leading the Graduate School-Camden as its Associate Dean since 2019. A member of the Rutgers-Camden faculty since 2002, Dr. Meloy was promoted to the position of professor of criminal justice in 2015. From 2012 until 2019, she served as the director of the graduate program in Criminal Justice. Dr. Meloy’s research interests encompass gender and crime, victimization, high-risk communities, and criminal justice policy.
As the Associate Dean of Rutgers Graduate School-Camden, Dr. Meloy:
- Manages all aspects related to the Graduate School, including staff and students.
- Coordinates external reviews and the reaccreditation of all Faculty of Arts and Sciences departments and programs.
- Plays a key role in the development of special programs associated with the Graduate School and evaluates proposals for new graduate programs and certificates.
- Provides oversight for pertinent aspects of research centers and institutes.
Assistant Deans
Erick E. Watt-Udogu, Assistant Dean
erick.watt.udogu@camden.rutgers.edu
(856) 225-6517
Assistant Dean Watt-Udogu oversees school recruitment, admissions, and retention, while managing marketing, communications, and branding. He’s received awards for leadership, business process management, and website design and has spoken at conferences on data-driven decision-making and technology integration.
Danielle Askew,
Assistant Dean
danielle.askew@rutgers.edu
(856) 225-6971
Assistant Dean Askew, a Rutgers-Camden alumna with graduate and undergraduate degrees from the university, leads scholarship, fellowship, and assistantship programs. Her deep institutional understanding and commitment to student success make her a pivotal figure in shaping the Graduate School-Camden’s future.
Sarah Johnson, STEM Program Coordinator
sarahsm@camden.rutgers.edu
(856) 225-6385
Sarah Johnson, the STEM Program Coordinator, balances responsibilities at the Graduate School and Joint Health Sciences Building. Her wealth of knowledge and experience contributes to effective communication, operations management, and active involvement in STEM program recruitment and admissions. A proud Rutgers-Camden alumna, she earned both graduate and undergraduate degrees as a Scarlet Raptor.
Kayla Allende, Administrative Coordinator
kayla.allende@rutgers.edu
(856) 225-6671
Kayla Allende is the Administrative Assistant for the Graduate School-Camden, providing support to both the students and the school’s goals. By fostering strong relationships with students, faculty, and staff, Kayla creates a welcoming and inclusive environment that facilitates optimal learning experiences.
Student Support
Contributions from the members of our student support team are foundational to the success of the Graduate School community. With their dedication and commitment, they play a vital role in enhancing the student experience. Whether they are providing tutoring, leading the Graduate Student Advisory Council, hosting the Recording Rutgers podcast, or tending to the community garden, these students consistently go above and beyond to create a welcoming and supportive environment for past, present, and future Scarlet Raptors.
Rebecca Mezei, Law
Gaylene Gordon, Childhood Studies
Zion Harris, Computational & Integrative Biology
