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NJ Assembly Labor Committee to hear $15 minimum wage bill

Effective Jan. 1, 2019, the New Jersey state minimum wage will increase to $8.85 an hour, up 25 cents from the current rate. Dec 7 2018

NJ meningitis B bill advances, requires vaccination for on-campus students at Rutgers

The New Jersey State Assembly is considering a bill to require all Rutgers students to receive the meningitis B vaccine, including commuters. The bill comes after an outbreak that infected multiple students in 2016.Dec 4 2018

Update from University President addresses immigration policies, RUPD's responsibilities at Rutgers

In December 2016, Rutgers President Robert L. Barchi released a statement calling Rutgers a “safe haven” for undocumented students and outlining the University’s efforts to advocate for DACA students and protect the privacy of undocumented students.Nov 29 2018

Launch of new Rutgers course scheduling platform delayed until Spring 2020

The new course scheduling software platform that the Office of Scheduling and Space Management has been working on has been delayed until the Spring 2020 semester, said Interim Chancellor of Rutgers—New Brunswick Christopher J. Molloy in a University-wide email last week.Nov 28 2018

Closer Look: As New Jersey's recreational marijuana bill advances here is how drug policy at Rutgers might change

New Jersey lawmakers on Monday voted to advance a bill that would legalize the possession and use of recreational marijuana for adults in the state during a special joint committee meeting between Assembly and Senate members of the legislature.Nov 27 2018

Barchi reappoints, praises Chancellor of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences

University President Robert L. Barchi announced yesterday that he has reappointed Brian Strom, the inaugural Chancellor of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), to a second five-year term effective Nov. 1.Nov 16 2018

Rutgers retracts decision, finds history professor did not violate discrimination policy

Rutgers has found that James Livingston, a professor in the Department of History, did not violate the University's policy Prohibiting Discrimination and Harassment, following President Robert L. Barchi calling on the Office of Employment Equity to reexamine its original findings.Nov 16 2018

Rutgers joins effort to close achievement gap, award more degrees by 2025

Rutgers is joining 130 public colleges in an effort to increase college access, close the achievement gap and award significantly more degrees by 2025.Nov 13 2018

Rutgers plans new cafe, food truck for College Avenue campus

Rutgers Dining Services has plans to bring a cafe and new food truck to the College Avenue campus by Fall 2019, in an effort to increase the number of meal-swipe options available to Rutgers students.Nov 12 2018

Sakai, Blackboard to be phased out as Rutgers selects Canvas for official software

The move to replace other systems used at Rutgers, such as Blackboard and Sakai, will take place over a few years. Nov 9 2018

Rutgers students, New Brunswick residents join thousands nationwide in rally to protect Mueller probe

Last night, a mix of Rutgers students and New Brunswick locals protested President Donald J. Trump’s appointment of Matthew Whitaker to attorney general, and what it means for the investigation of Robert Mueller, the former director of the FBI. Nov 9 2018

Rutgers will offer financial aid to DACA students through partnership

The scholarship is expected to fund approximately 10 new incoming Rutgers—New Brunswick students for the 2020 academic year.Nov 6 2018

Rutgers football player awaits further hearing on murder, cyber harassment charges

Izaia Bullock, a former Rutgers football player charged in connection with a plot to murder, will have a hearing on Wednesday to learn if he will be released from jail while awaiting trial, according to NJ Advance Media.Nov 5 2018

Rutgers president co-signs letter calling on Department of Education to protect transgender students

University President Robert L. Barchi, joined by other University administrators, sent a letter to U.S. Department of Education (DOE) Secretary Betsy DeVos yesterday urging for continued protections for transgender students in light of the recently leaked memo regarding Title IX.Nov 2 2018

Rutgers is accepting nominations for student seat on Board of Trustees

Rutgers announced in an all-student email that the Student Charter Trustee seat is now open on the Board of Trustees, and that the Nomination Committee is now accepting nominations to fill seat.Oct 31 2018

Rutgers receives $4.2 M federal grant to help improve mental health services

Rutgers School of Health Professions has received a $4.2 million federal grant to train mental health practitioners as part of a new effort by the U.S. Department Health and Human Services to improve mental health services nationwide.Oct 31 2018

Rutgers Army ROTC places 3rd, bests Penn State at 2018 Ranger Challenge

In specific events this year, Rutgers placed first in land navigation and one-rope bridge and came in third in the obstacle course and ruck march events.Oct 30 2018

Menendez holds slight lead over Hugin in recent Rutgers Eagleton Poll

U.S. Sen. Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) narrowly leads the Senate race against Republican challenger Bob Hugin 51 percent to 46 percent among New Jersey residents surveyed in a recent Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics poll.Oct 26 2018

Rutgers program introduces volunteers to state's top environmental issues

The Rutgers Environmental Stewards Program works to introduce non-scientists to the underlying science behind today’s most prominent issues, and this year is available to participants in four New Jersey counties: Atlantic, Essex, Middlesex and Somerset.Oct 25 2018

'Campus Clash' event brings discussions on First Amendment, conservatism to Rutgers

The Rutgers Conservative Union (RCU) hosted the event. The group reached out to Kirk in April because it thought he had good ideas, a good way of delivering them and his ideals aligned well with RCU.Oct 23 2018

'Protocol' phone service offers Rutgers students 24/7 access to counselors

Rutgers students in a state of crisis or in urgent need of support can now talk to professionals around the clock through a new phone service called Protocol.Oct 20 2018

Targum to Times: Rutgers alumnus talks reporting in Mexico City, career in journalism

Investigating the disappearance of a female police chief in Mexico City while on assignment for The New York Times, Randy Archibold entered a small town engulfed in flames.Oct 19 2018

Rutgers combats opioid epidemic with new fellowship program

The fellowship is appointed by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). Upon completing the program, graduates will be eligible to sit for the boards in Addiction Medicine exam. Board-certified physicians are automatically granted the waiver to prescribe Buprenorphine, a medication used to treat opioid use disorderOct 17 2018

Rutgers students can now order food online for pick up with RUExpress

Ordering is available through the Rutgers Dining Services Places to Eat webpage, or through a new feature on the Rutgers app.Oct 16 2018

Alumna says no to rescheduling of UAA 'Speaker Series' talk at Rutgers

Rutgers Undergraduate Academic Affairs (UAA) has offered Lisa Daftari, a foreign-affairs journalist who recently had a speaking event postponed by Rutgers following an online petition, multiple dates in November to come to campus and give her previously scheduled talk.Oct 15 2018

Rutgers indefinitely postpones contested speaker after stating the event would proceed

Just days after publicly supporting investigative journalist and editor-in-chief of The Foreign Desk Lisa Daftari amid student backlash, Rutgers has decided to indefinitely postpone her talk originally scheduled for next week. Oct 13 2018

RUSA denounces upcoming speech event in bill passed Thursday

The bill includes a clause stating RUSA will endorse any opposition event that happens at the same time as the speech in an effort to take attention away from the UAA event.Oct 12 2018

Anti-marijuana group held meeting at Rutgers, more than 40 people attended

An anti-marijuana group held an event at Rutgers over the weekend, bringing together people concerned with the expansion of marijuana in the Garden State for an afternoon of conversations and speakers. Oct 11 2018

Rutgers student starts online petition against upcoming speaker, foreign-affairs journalist

A Rutgers student has started an online petition aimed to prevent Lisa Daftari, an investigative journalist who makes regular appearances on Fox News as an on-air political analyst and serves as founder and editor-in-chief of The Foreign Desk, from speaking on campus on Oct. 16.Oct 10 2018

Mold infestation found at Rutgers psychology building, faculty describe potentially dangerous work conditions

Faculty members claim they have been removed from or have had to relocate their offices. In addition, multiple rooms throughout the building have been damaged, including the administrative office for Rutgers’ recently established New Jersey Autism Center of Excellence.Oct 9 2018

Rutgers turns campus purple with week of domestic violence awareness events

The campaign is organized by the Office of Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance and will last until Oct. 12. The week-long initiative, which takes place during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and aims to raise awareness on interpersonal violence.Oct 8 2018

RUSA Town Hall Update: Student assembly endorses free flu vaccination, new vice chancellor discusses plans to widen mental health services

The Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) voted unanimously on legislation to endorse free flu vaccine clinics being brought to campus over the coming months, and to help advertise during Turn the Campus Purple Week, which begins on Saturday, Oct. 6. Oct 5 2018

Rutgers to update sexual harassment policy after report documented its failure to review old complaints

On Wednesday, University President Robert L. Barchi announced that the University will change its policy on investigating sexual harassment complaints following an NJ Advance Media report that Rutgers had set expiration dates on older complaints.Oct 5 2018

Rutgers Sulis team plans to continue water purification mission post Hult Prize Accelerator

Anti-feminism picket held in free speech zone at Rutgers

A small group of people led a demonstration outside of the Livingston Student Center yesterday, directing controversial messages to various groups and holding signs with statements such as “Homos go to Hell," “Muslims are going to hell” and “Lesbos can’t raise kids.” Oct 4 2018

Rutgers graduate and Targum alumnus dies at 57

A Rutgers University graduate and an alumnus of The Daily Targum, Michael Lotito, died surrounded by his family on Monday, Oct. 1, after a prolonged battle with lymphoma.Oct 4 2018

Rutgers study suggests certain algae are resistant to climate change

A Rutgers-led study found that certain green algae are expected to better survive climate change compared to others due to genes they stole from bacteria.Oct 3 2018

Aminé announced as this year's Beats on the Bank performance

The Rutgers University Programming Association (RUPA) announced that Aminé will be the artist featured at this year’s Beats on the Banks festival.Oct 3 2018

Rutgers student dies after being hit by car in downtown New Brunswick

A Boogie wit da Hoodie to perform at Rutgers slam dunk contest

In October, Rutgers Athletics will host MidKnight Madness — a free event exclusive to Rutgers—New Brunswick undergraduate students that will feature a performance by A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and 3-point and dunk contests with the Rutgers basketball teams.Sep 26 2018

RWJ Barnabas, Rutgers Health open surgical care practice for children

Located at 125 Paterson St. New Brunswick, NJ, the Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Clinical Academic Building is now host to a new surgical care practice for children.Sep 26 2018

RUPD issues two crime alerts over course of 3 days

Two crime alerts were issued over the course of Friday and this weekend — one involving an aggravated assault and the other involving a robbery.Sep 24 2018

Naomi Klein discusses Gloria Steinem Endowed Chair, impacts of new media during panel

Following Naomi Klein — journalist and human rights activist — being named the inaugural Gloria Steinem Endowed Chair in Media, Culture and Feminist Studies, the University hosted a dialogue on Sept. 21 that covered new media and the shape of various cultural movements.Sep 24 2018

Amid student wage and faculty protest; Barchi announces free speech panel, strategies to undo RU screw

Fall semester's first University Senate meeting ended with uncertainty about the future of faculty contract negotiations, updates to Rutgers student services and the announcement of a free speech advisory panel at Rutgers.Sep 24 2018

1st protest of semester takes place on College Ave. today

Rutgers has been no stranger to its share of protests in recent years, and a new study from ShieldCo found that the reason may be geographical.Sep 21 2018

Rutgers discloses reported rape incidents, drug arrests in annual Campus Security & Fire Safety Report

In 2017, Rutgers saw an increase in reported rape incidents, drug arrests and a decrease in reported hate crimes from the year 2016, according to its 2018 Annual Campus Security & Fire Safety Report released on Monday.Sep 19 2018

Rutgers study of cocaine-dependent rats links addiction, number of orexin neurons

Rutgers researchers have found a promising route to treating addiction and helping patients in recovery — and they did so by studying rats addicted to cocaine.Sep 17 2018

Rutgers celebrates Constitution Day with civic engagement events

Starting today, on Constitution Day 2018, Rutgers will begin a week of events observing this historic event and promoting civic engagement.Sep 17 2018

Federal government reopens investigation into possible discrimination of Jewish community at Rutgers

Rutgers is under investigation by the federal government after the U.S. Department of Education reopened a 2011 case that suggests it permitted a hostile environment for Jewish students.Sep 13 2018

Rutgers program offers treatment to thousands of 9/11 1st responders diagnosed with cancer, other illnesses

Since the attacks, 10,000 first responders and others in the area of the World Trade Center have been diagnosed with cancer, and more than 2,000 deaths have been attributed to the exposure to toxins from the World Trade Center, according to asbestos.com.Sep 12 2018

Interim chancellor brings years of Rutgers experience to new job

Christopher J. Molloy, the new interim chancellor of Rutgers—New Brunswick, has been a part of the Rutgers community for 46 years, and looks to use that experience to fill the shoes of former University Chancellor Debasish Dutta.Sep 11 2018

Rutgers to replace convenience stores with e-gaming center, multipurpose room

The convenience stores in the Livingston Student Center, Student Activities Center and Busch Student Center closed over the summer following a change in ownership of the spaces, and the future uses of these locations are currently under review by the University.Sep 10 2018

Rutgers department of transportation increases parking enforcement with e-ticket system

The Rutgers University Department of Transportation Services (RUDOTS) is cracking down on illegal parking this year with a new e-ticket and permit system.Sep 7 2018

Rutgers Libraries revitalizes print, digitalizes New Jersey newspapers

Tales of New Jersey’s past are being digitized and brought back to life through the New Jersey Digital Newspaper Project (NJDNP) — a collaboration between Rutgers Libraries, the New Jersey State Archives and the New Jersey State Library.Sep 6 2018

Dining halls offer unlimited swipes, more options with new Scarlet Plan

Scarlet Plan, a new meal plan offered by Rutgers Dining Services, offers students unlimited swipes and access to the four campus dining halls, for the same price as the 285-swipe meal plan.Sep 6 2018

Rutgers police report aggravated assault on Easton Avenue

The Rutgers Police Department (RUPD) is investigating an aggravated assault, which was reported to have occurred on Tuesday, Sept. 4, at approximately 1:00 a.m. on Easton Avenue near Courtland Street, according to a crime alert.Sep 5 2018

ICYMI: Largest incoming class sees new updates to campus

The more than 9,000 incoming students enrolled at all three of Rutgers campuses this year are among the University’s largest class in history. Those attending Rutgers—New Brunswick will associate many of these new developments with their first year at the University. Sep 5 2018

Rutgers reexamines decision on racially charged Facebook posts made by history professor

Rutgers is reexamining its determination that James Livingston, a professor in the Department of History, violated the University's discrimination and harassment policy following a series of racially-charged Facebook posts. Sep 4 2018

Rutgers alumnus, mayoral candidate plans on raising New Brunswick government worker wages upward of $15 hourly

Rutgers alumnus and local journalist Charlie Kratovil never expected he would run for mayor, let alone against incumbent James Cahill, who held the position in 2009 when Kratovil still attended Rutgers University. Sep 3 2018

Rutgers professor violates University discrimination policy following racially-charged Facebook posts

James Livingston, a professor in the Department of History, has been found guilty of violating the University’s policy that prohibits discrimination and harassment, according to a 10-page investigation report made public by the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE).Aug 23 2018

Rutgers chancellor resigns

In a University-wide email sent this afternoon, Rutgers—New Brunswick Chancellor Debasish Dutta announced he will be resigning from his position and transitioning to a faculty role as a distinguished professor.Jul 25 2018

Rutgers reaccredited for next 9 years

Rutgers has been reaccredited for the next nine years following a vote by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, said University President Robert L. Barchi in an email Wednesday. Jul 12 2018

Rutgers student assembly vice president steps down

Vice president of the Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA), Jaidev Phadke, a School of Arts and Sciences junior, has stepped down from his position. Jul 7 2018

Rutgers places No.28 in 2018-2019 college ranking

While Rutgers lost by 29 to Penn State the last time the schools met on the football field, the University beat out the Nittany Lions by two spots in the recent Center for World University Rankings (CWUR). Jun 11 2018

Graduation Stories: Rutgers Vice Chancellor of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion speaks on the Class of 2018 as he steps down from his position

Jorge Schement has been the vice chancellor of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at Rutgers for the last five years, and announced this semester that he will be stepping down and returning to teaching in the School of Communication and Information next semester.May 16 2018

Graduation Stories: Student finds his passion for production through event organization at Rutgers

In his four years of service with the Rutgers University Programming Association (RUPA), Anthony Mollica has worked to bring stories, moments and events to the Rutgers community through his various roles. The School of Arts and Sciences senior is graduating in May and leaving a community that he got involved with earlier on, following the suggestion of his first-year roommate. May 16 2018

Graduation Stories: Gates Cambridge Scholarship opens new doors for Rutgers recipient after college

When Michael Antosiewicz received the email notifying him that he won the Gates Cambridge Scholarship, it was in the early hours of a February morning asleep and slumped over his computer. The scholarship decision makers live in England, the School of Arts and Sciences senior said, meaning winners from the United States heard the announcement extremely early. Antosiewicz said he fell asleep around 2:30 a.m. that morning and woke up with his laptop on his stomach. Initially, he did not notice the message in his inbox but after refreshing the page he realized he had won.May 16 2018

Body of graduate student found on Rutgers campus

Authorities are investigating the death of a Rutgers graduate student who was found outdoors on Busch campus early this morning, according to University Spokesperson Dory Devlin. May 4 2018

New app provides newborn parents with vital information on proper sleep care

New parents now have access to readily available information about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) thanks to a new app. Apr 27 2018

Rutgers elects inaugural chair of the Department of Urban-Global Public Health

The former vice president of education for Planned Parenthood Federation of America now has a new job at the Rutgers School of Public Health — as the inaugural chair of the Department of Urban-Global Public Health.Apr 25 2018

Part-time employees under these Rutgers faculty unions now have access to affordable healthcare

Some of the 3,000 part-time faculty members at Rutgers now have access to R-Health Direct Care, a “boutique-style” primary-care network that does not require co-pays and offers easy access to personal physicians. Apr 24 2018

Rutgers student intersects heritage with studies in French and political science, speaks with members of French political party

From New Brunswick to France, a Rutgers undergraduate student’s academic passions have led him to interview members of Marine Le Pen’s political party and study French politics during a time of uncertainty and upheaval.Apr 24 2018

Sexual assault survivors share their stories at "Take Back the Night" march

From College Hall to Voorhees Mall, approximately 100 students and community members took to George Street yesterday in protest of sexual violence for the fifth annual “Take Back the Night” march. Apr 19 2018

Former Rutgers board member to pay $750K for unregistered securities

Jeffrey Mitchell Isaacs, a New-Brunswick man and former Rutgers Board of Trustees member, has been ordered to pay $750,000 in connection with selling New Jersey investors more than $7 million worth of unregistered securities that were tied to an alleged $1.2 billion nationwide ponzi scheme, according to a news release from the Office of the Attorney General.Apr 17 2018

Undocumented student financial aid bill makes it onto Murphy's desk

Advancing through both the New Jersey General Assembly and the New Jersey Senate, a bill to grant certain undocumented students access to financial aid services now sits on Gov. Phil Murphy’s (D-N.J.) desk.Apr 16 2018

Dutta's inaugural lecture series examines possible pitfalls of higher education in the next 20 years

The University hosted a lecture yesterday that gave a glimpse at what American higher education could look like in the next 20 to 30 years. Apr 12 2018

Protest ensues outside Rutgers Board of Governors meeting

The pool of protesters that occupied the front of Winants Hall yesterday was reminiscent of the crowd that took to Old Queens at the start of this year.Apr 11 2018

Rutgers student organizations hold vigil for Stephon Clark

Remembrance, community and coming together were among the many topics discussed on the steps of Brower Commons yesterday. Following the police shooting of an unarmed man last month, organizations on campus came together for a candlelight vigil. Apr 6 2018

New Jersey reports sustained opioid-related incidents amid push to alleviate the epidemic

While the nationwide opioid epidemic has picked up more recognition recently, it seems like all of that talk has yet to translate into results for the Garden State.Apr 5 2018

RUSA election results remain unfinalized due to an abundance of appeals

The preliminary results from the Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) Spring 2018 Election were released last week. Preventing the outcome from being finalized is a set of appeals that are in the process of being heard by the Election Appeals Committee.Apr 4 2018

Lessons from college that every high school student should know: Rutgers professor tells all in his latest book

Every year, millions of students nationwide graduate college having learned numerous lessons during their time in school and a fresh group of rising first-years begin their own college journey shortly thereafter. Apr 3 2018

Hate speech symposium at Rutgers met with student protestors

Inside the Rutgers Business School on Tuesday, a day-long symposium addressed hate speech while preserving free speech on campus. Outside, groups held a press conference in protest a speaker’s connection to the United States Intelligence Community.Mar 30 2018

RUSA meeting introduces newly proposed student code of conduct

At the Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) meeting yesterday, directors from the Office of Student Conduct gave a presentation on the updates to its codes that the office has been working on.Mar 30 2018

ONE Rutgers wins RUSA election, preliminary results say

The preliminary Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) election results are in. It is important to note that these results are unofficial, but currently the One Rutgers ticket is projected to have won.Mar 29 2018

Johnson & Johnson pledges $1M. to New Brunswick's State Theater

Johnson & Johnson has pledged a $1 million donation to the New Brunswick-based State Theatre New Jersey, another move in a long-term relationship with the theatre and surrounding city.Mar 28 2018

RUSA members new and old recap elections and what it's like to participate in student government

As the clock struck midnight, months of campaigning and planning came to a halt for four student tickets and Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) members — as the 2018 Spring Election began. Voting officially opened at midnight on Monday and will be open until 11:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Rutgers students can vote for next year’s student-government leader on RUSA's main site during the allotted time period. Mar 26 2018

Rutgers will undergo its first accreditation in 10 years

The last time Rutgers was reaccredited in 2008, there was a different president both in the White House and in Old Queens. This week, a major step was taken in this decennial cycle to make sure that Rutgers is once again reaccredited come June.Mar 23 2018

Edison cop charged with criminal mischief

An Edison Police Officer has been charged with criminal mischief and stripped of both gun and badge following accusations of slashing someone’s car tires in a domestic dispute that happened in New Brunswick.Mar 23 2018

Murphy details plan to revamp NJ Transit services

In a press conference yesterday, Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) outlined how he will use the $242 million dedicated to NJ Transit in his fiscal year 2019 budget, in an effort to get the agency back on track.Mar 21 2018

2 online graduate programs at Rutgers rank for affordability, high standards

Ranging from cost effectiveness to highest quality, two online graduate-degree programs at Rutgers have been recognized in recent rankings for their respective affordability and standards.Mar 20 2018

Rutgers student dies during snowboarding trip

A Rutgers student died on Thursday from injuries she received while snowboarding at Blue Mountain Resort in Pennsylvania. Euna Shin, a 20-year-old from Piscataway, New Jersey, and a School of Engineering sophomore, was pronounced dead at 5:36 p.m. on Thursday at the Lehigh Valley Hospital in Salisbury Township, according to a report by NJ Advance Media.Mar 20 2018

Murphy says increased minimum wage, investment in NJ public education will benefit from 2019 state budget

On Tuesday, Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) proposed his inaugural state budget at the Fiscal Year 2019 Budget Address.Mar 19 2018

Professors union hosts panel on race and gender discrepancies in academia at Rutgers

During yesterday’s International Women’s Day, the Rutgers American Association of University Professors-American Federation of Teachers (AAUP-AFT) held a panel to discuss race and gender equity, as well as the findings in its latest report.Mar 10 2018

Memo announces plans to move NJ schools away from current college aptitude examination

A memo sent Tuesday announced plans for New Jersey schools to transition away from the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) assessments.Mar 8 2018

Murphy declares state of emergency, Rutgers cancels classes

Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) has declared a state of emergency, statewide, beginning at 8 p.m., according to a tweet earlier today. Mar 7 2018

The First Amendment: a conversation at Rutgers on how well college students know their rights

Yesterday Rutgers hosted John Villasenor, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and a professor at UCLA, to discuss his research on college students' views of the First Amendment and participate in a discussion on free speech.Mar 6 2018

Rutgers wildlife scavenger hunt collects images of 258 different species in 4 days

The fifth installment of the “Spring Personal Bioblitz," an online collection of species from around the world documented by the Rutgers community, is four days into its observation dates.Mar 5 2018

RUSA votes on this semester's charity eligible to receive meal swipe donations

Yesterday’s Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) meeting selected what student organization will run Meal Swipe for Charity this semester. The winner — The Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF). Mar 2 2018

Rutgers organization works to include misrepresented groups in philosophical conversation

Rutgers—New Brunswick is among the world’s top schools for studying philosophy, and now a new group on campus is working to incorporate people from all walks of life into the mix. Mar 2 2018

Rutgers contributes to New Jersey's high rate of anti-semitism this year

In its latest audit, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) reported 208 New Jersey-based anti-semitic incidents in 2017 — eight of which occurred across various Rutgers campuses. The total marks a 32-percent increase from last year’s reported 157 total incidents.Mar 1 2018