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Bushra Hasan

Rutgers University Student Assembly accuses 2 members of committing 'election fraud'

The Rutgers University Student Assembly’s (RUSA) elections committee has accused two assembly members of engaging in election fraud, but the committee's evidence may be limited. The two assembly members who were charged are School of Arts and Sciences sophomore Vladimir Carrasco, who also serves as the public relations chair for RUSA, and School of Arts and Sciences first-year student Jessica Resnick, who serves as the Livingston at-large representative. Carrasco said he was initially confronted about this incident on Feb.Feb 17 2017

Not Just Yoga club eliminates stress for Rutgers students

Rutgers students say election recount waste of effort

Rutgers researcher finds scientists do not use clinical data

Rutgers enhances local marine life exploration with new vessel

While many students see the Raritan River as nothing more than a beautiful backdrop to the University, for some biology students, it is an integral part of the Rutgers experience. The Center for Ocean Observing Leadership (RU COOL), a Rutgers-based research team that devises new approaches to sample marine life, recently acquired a new research vessel.Nov 21 2016

In anticipation of anti-Trump protest, Rutgers professors allow students to leave class

In anticipation of the “Walkout Against Trump” protest on Nov. 16, professors around the University allowed their students to leave class early.Nov 17 2016

Douglass Governing Council looks to address campus issues

The Douglass Governing Council has spent this semester rebuilding the organization and revising its focus to better suit the needs of the Douglass Residential College.Nov 17 2016

Adult coloring books come to Rutgers Art Library

Rutgers students march down College Avenue in anti-Trump protest

Rutgers students marched up and down College Avenue and George Street Friday afternoon.Nov 11 2016

Group provides training to help students assist suicidal persons

Students talk about House of Representatives candidates

President of Rutgers for Hillary Jeremy Atie wants his congressman in the House of Representatives to pass the Equality Act.Nov 8 2016

Barchi: "Vote. I don't care what the choice looks like."

With four days until the presidential election, University President Robert L. Barchi told the students at the Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) meeting to go out and vote.Nov 4 2016

Rutgers students explain how to conquer excessive stress

Chancellor condemns anti-immigrant messages on campus

Rutgers—New Brunswick Chancellor Richard L. Edwards said Thursday night that students' right to free speech should not lead to derogatory speech.Oct 28 2016

With 2016 election nearing, Rutgers students pick sides

In the wake of the final presidential debate last Wednesday, students are more serious about what the presidential candidates have to offer in exchange for votes come November.Oct 24 2016

Car injures bicyclist on Livingston campus

A bicyclist has been injured after a car struck him on Wednesday evening on Avenue E on Livingston campus.Oct 20 2016

Rutgers vice chancellor addresses need for safe drinking habits at RUSA meeting

Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs Felicia McGinty spoke to the Rutgers University Student Assembly about new initiatives her department will launch in the near future, as well as existing efforts to reduce alcohol and drug-related incidents at the University.Oct 14 2016

Rutgers group stages protest against Columbus Day

After Christopher Columbus sailed the ocean blue in 1492, one Rutgers student argues that the navigator launched a centuries-long genocide of Native Americans, and has a national holiday to show for it. Oct 11 2016

Rutgers offers legal services to students for free

A Rutgers alumnus hoping to improve student involvement in their legal services spoke to the Rutgers University Student Assembly at last Thursday's meeting.Oct 3 2016

"Trumpicans" and progressives alike run in RUSA elections

Claudia Marconi Claudia Marconi is a School of Arts and Sciences junior running as Busch At-Large representative. Her top priority is “hearing what (her) fellow students have to say and what they believe are the issues that need to be addressed.” Marconi said she believes that as a transfer student with an international background, she can bring a unique perspective to RUSA.Sep 26 2016

RUSA tickets share visions from roll-over meal swipes to tuition reductions

The autumn season is not only for the national elections.Sep 26 2016

RUSA considers providing free pads and tampons in University bathrooms

The Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) is considering providing free tampons and pads in bathrooms.Sep 20 2016

Rutgers students spend night on cots as power outage continues

All 3,200 students living on the Cook and Douglass campuses this semester were relocated Wednesday night as Rutgers continued to suffer from a power outage.Sep 15 2016

Rutgers scientist receives $2.9 million grant to study pollinators

School of Environmental and Biological Sciences researcher Cristi Palmer was awarded $2.9 million in federal grants.Sep 15 2016

RUSA kicks off year with bill encouraging healthy drinking habits

The Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) reconvened on Sept. 8 at the Student Activities Center.Sep 9 2016

Students launch petition demanding Rutgers Cinema price decrease

ICYMI: Rutgers One calls on Board of Governors to roll back tuition

For the University's 250th anniversary, students called for a tuition rollback in response to the steadily increasing price of a Rutgers degree. May 2 2016

Rutgers kicks off Gaypril with Prancing Elites, celebration

Family hour introduces students to children at Rutgers Dance Marathon

Q&A session with candidates for Rutgers student assembly

#stemHERstoryRU exposes Rutgers community to women in science, mathematics fields

Scattered around the University are posters of students posing with whiteboards explaining why they are pursuing science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM) degrees.Mar 31 2016

Sakura Matsuri highlights Japanese culture at Rutgers

More than 140 students gathered in the multipurpose room in the Busch Student Center to decorate with pink table cloths, Japanese paper lanterns and brightly colored flowers for Sakura Matsuri, a celebration of Japanese culture on March 25.Mar 29 2016

Rutgers student assembly discusses Title IX training, passes 2 resolutions

Rutgers students discuss dangers, uses of jaywalking

Rutgers student diagnosed with bacterial meningitis

A Rutgers student was diagnosed with bacterial meningitis and hospitalized on March 18, according to an email sent to the University community by Melodee Lasky, assistant vice chancellor for Health and Wellness.Mar 22 2016

Rutgers student assembly supports sexual assault bills on March 10

Rutgers hosts program to aid students with anxiety

Rutgers student assembly hosts Rutgers President Robert Barchi

Medical amnesty is a program that Rutgers University should implement, University President Robert L.Mar 4 2016

Rutgers Muslim Student Association, Black Lives Matter host panel on movements' intersection

Rutgers 'Breathing Room' offers students space to connect, relax

Sometimes, all you need is a little room to breathe. "Breathing Room," a weekly peer-listening group, hosts small-group discussion sessions for those looking to connect with others in the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community, said Zaneta Rago-Craft, director of Student Affairs at the Center for Social Justice Education and LGBT Communities.Feb 15 2016

Rutgers University Student Assembly passes 3 agenda items on Feb. 11

Rutgers community discusses wind levels on Livingston campus

New social media app aims to share events in real time

Rutgers University Student Assembly passes alcohol sale bill

Rutgers doctoral psychology program ranked highly

LGBT refugees face persecution overseas

Rutgers University Swing Dance Club appreciates unique style of movement

From West Coast Swing to Lindy Hop, the Rutgers University Swing Club danced the night away and participated in a variety of activities and competitions. The club hosted “Winter Westie,” its largest event of the semester on Saturday, Dec.Dec 9 2015

University students advocate for admittance of refugees

Local faith organizations fundraise for Syrian refugee resettlement

Congregations from around New Brunswick have united once again to support immigration efforts for Syrian refugees. On Sunday, Nov. 15, religious organizations and community groups from the New Brunswick area participated in a walk-a-thon event to support Syrian refugees in the United States. Nov 18 2015

Renowned physician addresses health care in underdeveloped nations

Health care is often seen as an economic issue in the United States, but more people should see it as a human rights perspective, said Paul Farmer, who spent several years providing medical services in underdeveloped nations. Farmer spoke to the University community last night at the College Avenue Gymnasium for the Honors College lecture series, in a talk titled "To Repair the World: Paul Farmer Speaks to the Next Generation."Nov 11 2015

University President falls short in social media presence

The primary means by which students keep up with University news is through sharing articles on Facebook, said Sneha Choudhdary, a School of Arts and Sciences sophomore. But this mode of communication is not straight from the University president’s office.Nov 4 2015

How do Rutgers students deal with depression?

At Rutgers, students juggling commitments or adjusting to a new lifestyle often find themselves overworked and overstressed.Oct 27 2015

Marisa Flacks electrifies early professional, student career with entrance into fashion industry

Students come together to support LGBT community

Using art to recognize the struggles the queer community faces is just one of the ways the Center for Social Justice Education and LGBT Communities raised awareness of these issues during Rutgers Ally Week.Oct 19 2015

New Hillel facility welcomes Jewish community

The new Hillel facility is currently under construction on College Avenue, soon to be a meeting grounds for the Jewish community at the University. Rutgers Hillel is a non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating Judaism, said Rabbi Esther Reed, senior associate director of the group.Oct 7 2015

Students, professors agree technology does not decrease empathy

As the dependency on technology grows steadily, psychologists across the country are asking: are millennials losing their ability to relate to one another? A 2010 study at the University of Michigan found a 40 percent decline in empathy among college students, and New York Times writer Sherry Turkle attributes this phenomenon to electronics. At the University, technology is a double-edged sword for students.Oct 6 2015

“Something bigger than yourself:” “The Hunting Ground” screening addresses sexual violence on campuses

A crowd of over 2000 fills a dimly-lit gym. A single purpose unifies all those attending: a will to understand the pressing and all-too-relevant issue of sexual violence. On October 1, the Office for Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance (VPVA) and Health Outreach, Promotion, and Education (HOPE) hosted a movie screening of “The Hunting Ground,” an eye-opening documentary about rape on campus. The film, released February of this year, details the struggle victims encounter with the legal system if they wish to pursue charges against their offender.Oct 2 2015

Rutgers research studies new eating disorder, body image

In a world immersed in a sea of impossible beauty standards, Rutgers—Camden professor Charlotte Markey tackles the causes of various eating disorders through her research. Markey’s research focuses on eating behaviors, weight management and body image, with a focus on maladaptive approaches to weight management. Her investigations are unique in that she is a developmental psychologist, while a majority of research on eating disorders come from a clinician’s viewpoint.Sep 28 2015

Theta Chi fraternity spearheads initiative to ramp up alumni donation rate

Theta Chi fraternity spearheads initiative to ramp up alumni donation rate

Rutgers' Theta Chi fraternity, determined to bolster the University's lackluster alumni donation rate, is at the forefront of driving rates upward.Sep 18 2015