Public Affairs Ph.D. Graduate joins University of Toronto faculty

Rutgers–Camden Ph.D. in Public Affairs graduate Dr. Prentiss Dantzler joined the faculty at University of Toronto (UT) as an Assistant Professor of Sociology in 2021. Prior to joining UT, Dr. Dantzler held appointments in the Urban Studies Institute at Georgia State University and the Department of Sociology at Colorado College. Dr. Dantzler also served as … Continue reading Public Affairs Ph.D. Graduate joins University of Toronto faculty

Dr. Michael Palis Promoted to University Professor

Congratulations to Dr. Michael Palis, Provost of Rutgers–Camden, who was approved for promotion by the Board of Governors on Tuesday, June 22. Dr. Palis has been named a University Professor, a highly selective honor reflecting his impressive career as a computer science scholar and a leader who has helped to advance Rutgers and Rutgers University–Camden.

Sujay Ratna, CCAS ’21, Named a 2021 Key into Public Service Scholar

Sujay Ratna, CCAS ’21, is one of 20 students selected as a Key into Public Service Scholar by The Phi Beta Kappa Society, the nation’s most prestigious academic honor society. The award recognizes students who have demonstrated interest in working in the public sector and possess a strong academic record in the arts, humanities, mathematics, … Continue reading Sujay Ratna, CCAS ’21, Named a 2021 Key into Public Service Scholar

Congrats to the Faculty who have Received Honors for Excellence in Teaching, Service, and Research

Congratulations to the following Faculty of Arts and Sciences–Camden faculty members who have received year-end faculty honors: Dr. Silvia Perez-Cortes, Assistant Professor of Spanish, who received the Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence for Tenured and Tenure-Track Faculty; Dr. Erin Robinson, Assistant Professor of Public Policy, who received the Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence for Tenured … Continue reading Congrats to the Faculty who have Received Honors for Excellence in Teaching, Service, and Research

Congratulations to Childhood Studies Doctoral Student Heather Reel for Receiving an AAUW Fellowship!

Childhood studies doctoral student Heather Reel has earned a dissertation fellowship from the American Association of University Women (AAUW) for the 2021-2022 academic year.  Founded in 1881, AAUW is one of the world’s largest sources of funding for graduate women, due to the generosity and legacy of generations of AAUW members. These prestigious awards are … Continue reading Congratulations to Childhood Studies Doctoral Student Heather Reel for Receiving an AAUW Fellowship!

Announcement of Faculty Promotions and Tenure Appointments

Congratulations to the following faculty members who received promotions and tenure appointments approved by the Board of Governors at a meeting on Wednesday, April 14: Department of Childhood Studies Dr. Meredith Bak – Associate Professor  Dr. Daniel Cook – Distinguished Professor Department of English and Communication  Dr. M.A. Rafey Habib – Distinguished Professor  Department of … Continue reading Announcement of Faculty Promotions and Tenure Appointments

“Art of the Amazon” Virtual Exhibit on Display Now

The Rutgers–Camden Center for the Arts (RCCA) will show its third virtual exhibition, “Materia: Arte de la Amazonia Peruana/Matter: Art of the Peruvian Amazon” from April 7, 2021 – June 30 2021. Explore the spirit, beauty, and fragility of the Peruvian Amazon through the perspective of both indigenous and transplant artists living and working deep in … Continue reading “Art of the Amazon” Virtual Exhibit on Display Now

Congratulations to the Athenaeum Honor Society Inductees!

On Wednesday, March 31, the Faculty of Arts and Sciences–Camden inducted 140 College of Arts and Sciences students into Athenaeum.   College of Arts and Sciences students have been inducted into Athenaeum since 1952; seniors with a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher and 60 credits earned at Rutgers University are eligible.  Congratulations … Continue reading Congratulations to the Athenaeum Honor Society Inductees!

Virtual Open Hearing on the University’s Tuition, Fees, and Housing and Dining Charges for 2021–2022

All members of the university community are invited to attend the Virtual Open Hearing on the University’s Tuition, Fees, and Housing and Dining Charges for 2021–2022 on Wednesday, April 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. The deadline for online comments is Friday, April 23, and prospective speakers must register by April 27. Learn more at https://www.rutgers.edu/openhearing.