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Mason Gross professor inducted into American Musicological Society for Asian music studies

Nancy Rao, distinguished professor and head of music theory at the Mason Gross School of the Arts, was inducted into the American Musicological Society (AMS) as an honorary member in recognition of her work in music study, according to a press release. Dec 10

Rutgers Cancer Institute executive shares goals for cancer research as incoming editor-in-chief

Andrew Evens, deputy director for Clinical Services at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ) and associate vice chancellor for Clinical Innovation and Data Analytics at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Services, has been appointed as the new editor-in-chief of the British Journal of Haematology (BJHaem) and its gold-access publication, ejHaem.Dec 10

Bloustein professor joins economic equity research fellowship

Jermaine Toney, an assistant professor in the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy, was selected to join the 2024-2025 Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis fellowship cohort to participate in research while residing at the Institute for Economic Equity (IEE), according to a press release.Dec 4

U. lecturer designated as member of international female leadership cohort

Selin Bengi Gümrükçü, a lecturer in the Department of Political Science, has recently been designated as part of the Institute of International Education's (IIE) Global Community for Women's Leadership's inaugural cohort, according to a press release. Dec 4

U. professor earns award for 1st book on immigration, US visa lottery

In November, Carly Goodman, an assistant professor in the Department of History at Rutgers—Camden, won the Edgar S. Furniss Book Award for her book, "Dreamland: America's Immigration Lottery in an Age of Restriction," according to a press release. Dec 3

Bloustein project supports local literacy initiative with book drive

Students and faculty in the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy recently collaborated with the Wash and Learn Program at Roosevelt Elementary School to implement the Laundry Literacy Initiative, a Spanish book drive, according to a press release from Rutgers.Nov 26

Rutgers School of Nursing—Camden professor conducts research to prevent nurse burnout

Catherine Stubin, an assistant professor at the Rutgers School of Nursing—Camden, is conducting a research project that aims to study mental health and burnout challenges that nurses face, according to this press release. Nov 14

U. professors report on barriers voters with disabilities face

The directors of the Program for Disability Research in the School of Management and Labor Relations issued a study about the projected number of eligible voters with disabilities in the 2024 election, as previously reported by The Daily Targum.Nov 5

Targum speaks with inaugural William N. Hait director at Rutgers Cancer Institute

Steven Libutti, vice chancellor for Cancer Programs at Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences and distinguished professor in the Department of Surgery at the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, was appointed the new inaugural William N. Hait director of Rutgers Cancer Institute, according to a press release. Oct 29

U. professor couple earns inaugural legacy award for early childhood education research

Steve Barnett and Ellen Frede, senior co-directors of the National Institute of Early Education Research (NIEER) and professors in the Graduate School of Education, were awarded the Legacy of Excellence Award from the National Association of State Leaders in Early Education (NASLEE), according to a press release.Oct 24

U. professor presents research on campus violence in Ireland

Sarah McMahon, a professor in the School of Social Work and director of the Center for Research on Ending Violence (REV Center), recently presented research and information on violence prevention to colleagues at universities in Ireland and Northern Ireland, according to a post on social media platform X.Oct 23

U. professor publishes book on John Lewis' life

David Greenberg, a professor in the Departments of History and Journalism and Media Studies, wrote a biography titled "John Lewis: A Life," which was published on Tuesday, according to a press release.Oct 15

Assistant professor writes book on sociology of Cardi B, Black feminist discourse

Shantee Rosado, an assistant professor in the Departments of Africana Studies and Latino and Caribbean Studies, co-wrote a book with four other Black feminist experts titled, "The Sociology of Cardi B: A Trap Feminist Approach."Oct 11

On-campus organization supports Hispanic, Native American students in sciences

The Rutgers chapter of the Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) is an undergraduate and graduate on-campus organization that promotes the awareness of research and professional development for minority STEM students, according to the club's getINVOLVED page.Oct 7

Artist Chat Travieso hopes to foster community engagement as Mason Gross' new Tepper Chair

Chat Travieso, the co-founder of Yeju & Chat, has begun his position as the new Tepper Family Endowed Chair in Visual Arts at the Mason Gross School of the Arts, according to a press release.Oct 4

U. staffer recognized by NCAA for research on mental wellness in Division III sports

Matthew Choquette, a doctoral student in organizational psychology and the director of communications for women's soccer, gymnastics and rowing, recently received a grant for a project about improving mental health and performance in Division III sports, according to a press release.Oct 2

Zimmerli unveils sculpture for Class of 1965 by U. alum, professor

The Zimmerli Art Museum on the College Avenue campus revealed a new outdoor sculpture titled, "Past is Prologue," designed by Patrick Strzelec, according to a press release. Sep 20

Rutgers Brain Exercise Initiative develops exercises for those with neurodegenerative diseases

The Rutgers Brain Exercise Initiative is an on-campus student organization where undergraduates will develop brain exercises in order to slow the impact of neurodegenerative diseases on mental abilities, according to the club's GetInvolved page.Sep 19

Rutgers—Newark professor awarded honor for work in Black communities

Charles Payne, a Henry Rutgers distinguished professor in the Department of Africana Studies at Rutgers—Newark and the director of the Joseph Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Research, recently received the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Award from the Urban League of Essex County (ULEC), according to a press release.Sep 18

Mason Gross introduces new minor in collaboration with Rutgers Business School

The University has debuted a new minor in arts management and leadership in the Mason Gross School of the Arts for the Fall 2024 semester. Sep 13

U. professor to serve as AI, communications expert in National Academies

Katherine Ognyanova, an associate professor in the Department of Communication, was recently designated as a member of the Standing Committee on Advancing Science Communication, from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine's Board on Science Education.Apr 25

Rutgers Law professor appointed to American Journal of International Law's Board of Editors

Jorge Contesse, a professor at the Rutgers Law School, was recently appointed as a member of The American Journal of International Law's Board of Editors. Apr 25

Rutgers student selected for US Department of Defense fellowship, emphasizes passion in research

David Tibbits, a graduate student and teaching assistant in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, was recently selected as a fellow for the United States Department of Defense (DoD) National Defense Science and Engineering Fellowship program, according to a press release. Apr 18

Black male immigrants practice positive gastrointestinal health care habits, according to U. research

A recent study led by Rutgers researchers observed how African-American/Black male immigrants manage their digestive health and found that this particular population exhibited positive habits in managing their gastrointestinal (GI) health. Apr 15

Pulitzer Prize-winning U. professor receives Blackwell Prize

Gregory Pardlo, a Rutgers—Camden alum and an associate professor in the Department of English and Communication at Rutgers—Camden, was recently awarded the Blackwell Prize by the University of West Georgia, according to a press release.Apr 8

U. expert explains causes, consequences of Sephora Kids trend

"Sephora Kids" have reportedly engaged in behaviors that disrupt shop environments and the experiences of other customers, according to an article from the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) earlier this year.Apr 4

Rutgers student selected for Harvard summer fellowship in Indigenous history

Joshua Anthony, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of History, was recently awarded a Dumbarton Oaks summer fellowship in Pre-Columbian Studies at Harvard University, according to a press release. Mar 28

Special report: Targum investigates U. endowment ahead of divestment referendum

On Monday, the Rutgers University Student Assembly's Spring 2024 elections will commence with two pivotal referendums on the ballot. The referendum questions include one asking the study body to weigh in on whether the University should divest from firms with ties to Israel and the other asking whether Rutgers should end its relationship with Tel Aviv University, as previously reported by The Daily Targum.Mar 25

U. professor wins Rollo May Award for psychology, phenomenology studies

Louis Sass, a distinguished professor in the Department of Clinical Psychology, recently received the Rollo May Award from the Society for Humanistic Psychology, the 32nd division of the American Psychological Association, according to a press release.Mar 8

U. professor receives grant for Puerto Rico archival project

Aldo Lauria-Santiago, a professor in the Departments of History and Latino and Caribbean Studies as well as the director of the Center for Latin American Studies, recently received a grant for a project about migration in the Puerto Rican community, according to a press release.Mar 6

Heldrich Center report reflects US workforce's thoughts on AI

On February 7, the John J. Heldrich Center for Workforce Development released a poll about the U.S. workforce's views on artificial intelligence. The Daily Targum discussed the survey's findings with leaders at the Heldrich Center.Feb 29

U. instructor selected for Association for Psychological Science's Rising Star cohort

Yanping Jiang, an instructor in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, was recently selected as a Rising Star by the Association for Psychological Science (APS), according to a press release.Feb 27

Institute in School of Management and Labor Relations announces cohort of 33 scholars

In January, the Rutgers Institute for the Study of Employee Ownership and Profit Sharing in the School of Management and Labor Relations released a list of research fellows who will use their work to address global wealth disparities, according to a press release.Feb 22

U. professor chosen as research fellow in Society for Social Work and Research

Cassandra Simmel, an associate professor in the School of Social Work and program director of the department's Ph.D. program, was recently selected as a research fellow for the Society for Social Work and Research (SSWR), according to a press release.Feb 16

U. adds new state initiative to on-campus mental health resources

All three Rutgers campuses recently joined the Togetherall peer support community, which operates under the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education to provide undergraduate students mental health support services on the organization's platform, according to an announcement by Togetherall.Feb 7

U. professor receives Haskins Medal for book on gender in medieval Europe

Leah DeVun, a professor in the Departments of History and Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies, was recently awarded the Haskins Medal by the Medieval Academy of America for her book, "The Shape of Sex: Nonbinary Gender from Genesis to the Renaissance." Feb 7

Rutgers student receives Churchill Scholarship, plans to pursue graduate work abroad

Andrew Krapivin, a School of Arts and Sciences senior, was awarded a Winston Churchill Foundation scholarship that will allow him to continue his graduate studies in computer science at Churchill College in the University of Cambridge, according to an article from Rutgers Today.Jan 31

U. professor receives $500,000 cancer research grant

Daniel Herranz Benito, an associate professor in the Department of Pharmacology and Pediatrics, was recently given $500,000 in a grant to enable research toward lymphoma treatment in relation to the INO80 genetic factor, according to a press release.Jan 23

U. professor receives fellowship from Medieval Academy of America

Samantha Kelly, a professor and associate chair of the Department of History, was recently designated as a fellow in The Medieval Academy of America's Class of 2024.Jan 18

U. debuts new 'creative expression and the environment' minor

The University has debuted a new minor in creative expression and the environment in the Fall 2023 semester. The interdisciplinary minor helps students learn about the environment and sustainability, as well as react to these issues through the arts and humanities lens. Dec 12 2023

Rutgers Marching Band performs at Macy's Thanksgiving Parade for 1st time

On November 23, the Rutgers Marching Scarlet Knights performed for the first time at the 97th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Dec 1 2023

Targum spotlight: Pilot Me educates, provides outlet for New Brunswick youth

Pilot Me is an on-campus student organization where undergraduate students provide community service and educational mentorship to New Brunswick youth.Nov 21 2023

Targum spotlight: Rutgers University for Primate Conservation advocates for primate protection

The Rutgers University for Primate Conservation is an on-campus organization that supports the preservation of primates through events, fundraising and educational trips.Sep 12 2023

Two Rutgers students named as finalists for $30,000 scholarship

Two Rutgers students have been nd as finalists for the national Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation, a federally funded scholarship that awards up to $30,000 to undergraduates pursuing graduate or professional school in public service, according to the website.Mar 8 2023

Targum spotlight: RU Wind participates in national Collegiate Wind Competition

Rutgers’ collegiate wind team, RU Wind, recently competed in the 2023 Collegiate Wind Competition (CWC) among 30 other universities that blueprinted, built and trialed wind turbines, according to a press release. Feb 14 2023

Targum spotlight: Rutgers Food Pantry tackles food insecurity on campus

The Rutgers Food Pantry is 1 of the 20-plus pantries scattered across New Brunswick but is exclusively available to members of the Rutgers community.Jan 27 2023

Students give their takes on how U. can improve course registration experience

With the registration period for the Spring 2023 semester in full swing at Rutgers, multiple students have shared their experiences detailing their ability to fill their schedules with the requirements for their respective majors and minors.Nov 10 2022