Join MARCH on Dec. 6 for “Dog Feelings: From Animal Stories to Therapy Animals”

On Wednesday, December 6, Dr. Jillian Sayre, Associate Professor of English and Director of the Mid-Atlantic Regional Center for the Humanities (MARCH), will participate in an event called “Dog Feelings: From Animal Stories to Therapy Animals.” This event will center around Dr. Sayre’s discussion of her recent article, “‘But for his dog:” Companion Animals in … Continue reading Join MARCH on Dec. 6 for “Dog Feelings: From Animal Stories to Therapy Animals”

The Writers House Will Host “In Conversation with Claire Stricklin” on Dec. 4

In conversation with the Digital Studies Center and the Department of English and Communication, the Writers House welcomes author and game designer Dr. Claire Stricklin, who will be reading from and discussing her work-in-progress, Dio. This experimental project was inspired by the “sketching” techniques of Jack Kerouac in Visions of Cody. It is equal parts trans memoir, … Continue reading The Writers House Will Host “In Conversation with Claire Stricklin” on Dec. 4

Dr. Beth Rabinowitz to Deliver “Defensive Nationalism” Lecture on Nov. 29

Dr. Beth Rabinowitz, Associate Professor of Political Science, will discuss her new book, Defensive Nationalism: Explaining the Rise of Populism and Fascism in the 21st Century, on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Dr. Rabinowitz will address questions such as, “Is history repeating itself? Why does the explosive politics of today resemble what occurred one hundred years ago?” … Continue reading Dr. Beth Rabinowitz to Deliver “Defensive Nationalism” Lecture on Nov. 29

Rutgers–Camden awarded strategic $2.5M HHMI grant to improve STEM student retention and graduation rates

To support lasting cultural progress on campus so underrepresented STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) undergraduate students can excel and graduate, the Driving Change Initiative at Rutgers–Camden has been awarded a $2.5 million grant from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI). Over five years, the grant will help create inclusive environments, promote student success, and address institutional … Continue reading Rutgers–Camden awarded strategic $2.5M HHMI grant to improve STEM student retention and graduation rates

Department of Biology Faculty Achievements

Faculty in the Department of Biology have had a productive year, with two promotions in the department and four new grants: Promotions Dr. Nathan Fried was promoted to Associate Teaching Professor Dr. Kwangwon Lee was promoted to Professor  Grants Dr. Anthony Geneva, Assistant Professor, received a $502,001.00 National Science Foundation (NSF) grant for his project, … Continue reading Department of Biology Faculty Achievements

Announcement of Faculty Promotions and Tenure Appointments

The Board of Governors approved the following promotions and tenure appointments at their meeting on Thursday, June 22: Dr. Nawaf Bou-Rabee – Promoted to Professor of Mathematics Dr. Grace Brannigan – Promoted to Professor of Physics Dr. Kwangwon Lee – Promoted to Professor of Biology Mr. Paul Lisicky – Promoted to Professor of English  Dr. … Continue reading Announcement of Faculty Promotions and Tenure Appointments

Beginning July 1, Dr. Stephen Danley to Lead CURE; Dr. Jillian Sayre to Direct MARCH

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences–Camden would like to welcome Dr. Stephen Danley, Associate Professor of Public Policy and Administration, to his new role of director of the Center for Urban Research and Education (CURE). Dr. Danley will assume the role on July 1, 2023. Dr. Danley has been at Rutgers–Camden since 2013. His research … Continue reading Beginning July 1, Dr. Stephen Danley to Lead CURE; Dr. Jillian Sayre to Direct MARCH

Congratulations to our Award-Winning Faculty

We proudly congratulate our faculty who have received Chancellor Awards for their exceptional teaching, research, and student impact.  Dr. Carla Giaudrone, Associate Professor in the Department of World Languages and Cultures, received the Teaching Excellence for Tenured and Tenure-track Faculty Award. Dr. Nathan Fried, Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Biology, received the Student … Continue reading Congratulations to our Award-Winning Faculty

Congratulations to the Recipients of the Chancellor’s Awards for Teaching Excellence

Congratulations to the 2023 Chancellor’s Awards for Outstanding Research and Creative Activity, which recognize and honor faculty excellence in research and teaching! TENURED AWARDEES Daniel Thomas Cook, distinguished professor, FASC-childhood studies Angélica L. González, associate professor, FASC-biology NON-TENURED AWARDEES Kendra D. Boyd, assistant professor, FASC-history Wei Jiao, assistant professor, RSBC-finance Mary Wunnenberg, clinical assistant professor, … Continue reading Congratulations to the Recipients of the Chancellor’s Awards for Teaching Excellence