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Zimmerli Art Museum reopens for first time since March 2020 with eight new exhibits

The Zimmerli Art Museum on the College Avenue campus has reopened for in-person activities after being closed throughout the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. The museum's Interim Director, Curator of American art and Mellon Director for Academic Programs Donna Gustafson, spoke about the reopening and the museum’s future events.Sep 29

What you need to know about spotted lanternflies

Spotted lanternflies have grown in numbers to the point of all but one county in New Jersey entering quarantine and have now made themselves known throughout campus as well. George Hamilton, chair of the Department of Entomology, explained how this has become the case and what should be done to counter them.Sep 9

Honors College Student Advisory Board works to secure voting seat in RUSA

For approximately two years, the Honors College Student Advisory Board (SAB) has been trying to secure a voting seat within the Rutgers University Student Assembly, said Brandon Goldstein, a School of Arts and Sciences sophomore and vice president of the SAB. Apr 27

Why we need to give esports more recognition

For the longest time, I never understood the hype behind esports. I've heard lengthy stories about the toxicity in online communities, and all the stories I’ve ever heard surrounding video games seemed to be painted in a negative light. Every match was so fast-paced, and there were too many things to follow.Apr 27

New Brunswick Tomorrow discusses work with local community through pandemic

Many New Brunswick organizations have continued to involve themselves with their local community during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. One such organization is New Brunswick Tomorrow, a social impact nonprofit aiming to address the issues most relevant to city residents and families.Apr 9

Rutgers researchers find expansion of 'ghost forests' caused by climate change

A Rutgers report found an expansion of “ghost forests” filled with dead trees across the Northeast U.S. coast due to various effects of climate change. Rachael Sacatelli, the lead author of the study and geographic information systems coordinator at the Center for Remote Sensing and Spatial Analysis, discussed this phenomenon and the most likely factors behind it. Apr 2

Rutgers students reflect on past year of remote learning

This month marks one year since the start of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic in New Jersey as well as one year since Rutgers made the decision to transition to remote instruction. Students shared their thoughts and experiences after a year of virtual learning amid the pandemic.Mar 10

NJTIP @ Rutgers creates list of public transit routes for coronavirus vaccine sites

As more establishments begin to distribute coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccines, getting to COVID-19 vaccine sites can be an issue for those who lack access to private transportation.Mar 2

Rutgers students comment on returning to campus in fall 2021

An announcement regarding plans for the Fall 2021 semester was recently released by Rutgers—New Brunswick Chancellor Christopher J. Molloy in a University-wide email detailing the decision and some of its specifics.Feb 26

Rutgers seniors share thoughts on U. decision to hold commencements virtually

University President Jonathan Holloway recently announced his decision to hold all spring commencement ceremonies virtually due to safety concerns surrounding the ongoing coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, The Daily Targum previously reported.Feb 23

Rutgers students share experiences, thoughts on coronavirus vaccine

Many students at Rutgers are frontline healthcare employees or essential workers, making them eligible for the first phases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) vaccine distribution in New Jersey.Feb 11