The Center for Urban Research and Education (CURE) will conclude its Fall 2023 seminar series on Tuesday, December 5, 2023 with a presentation by Dr. Camille Z. Charles, Walter H. and Leonore C. Annenberg Professor in the Social Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Charles will present “Young, Gifted, and Diverse.” This free event will … Continue reading Join CURE on Dec. 5 for the Seminar “Young, Gifted, and Diverse”…
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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…
Cooper Street Writing Workshop Proposals Due Dec. 1
The Writers House is collecting proposals for Spring 2024 Cooper Street Writing Workshops until Friday, December 1, 2023. All are welcome to apply. What are the Cooper Street Writing Workshops? Cooper Street began as a workshop series for our neighbors in the Camden, South Jersey, and Philadelphia communities. In the current climate, they are for everyone, … Continue reading Cooper Street Writing Workshop Proposals Due Dec. 1…
Join the MAT in Spanish Program on Nov. 27 for a Seminar on “Innovation and Visibility in Second-Generation US Spanish”
The Master of Arts in Teaching Spanish continues its Fall 2023 seminar series in applied linguistics on Monday, November 27, at 6 p.m. Dr. David Giancaspro of the University of Richmond will present “‘Ha visto mucho cambio:’ Innovation and Flexibility in Second-Generation US Spanish.” All are welcome to join the seminar, which will take place in … Continue reading Join the MAT in Spanish Program on Nov. 27 for a Seminar on “Innovation and Visibility in Second-Generation US Spanish”…
Visiting Artist Program Welcomes Paul Anthony Smith on Nov. 30
The Department of Visual, Media, and Performing Arts will conclude its Fall 2023 Visiting Artists’ Program with Paul Anthony Smith. Paul Anthony Smith creates paintings and picotage on pigment prints that explore the artist’s autobiography, as well as issues of identity within the African diaspora. Referencing both W.E.B. Du Bois’ concept of double consciousness and Franz … Continue reading Visiting Artist Program Welcomes Paul Anthony Smith on Nov. 30…
Thanksgiving Recess Begins Nov. 23
The class schedule will follow a different format the week of Thanksgiving. See below for the schedule: Monday, November 20 – Follow your Monday schedule. Tuesday, November 21 – Follow your Thursday schedule. Wednesday, November 22 – Follow your Friday schedule Thursday, November 23 – Thanksgiving Day Holiday – No classes; University closed. Friday, November 24 – … Continue reading Thanksgiving Recess Begins Nov. 23…
RU Project to Perform Nov. 27 and 28
The RU Project, directed by Jojo Streater, will perform in the Walter K. Gordon Theater on Monday, November 27, and Tuesday, November 28, at 7 p.m. These free concerts are open to all.
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…
Pianist Melody Fader to Perform Final Mallery Concert on Nov. 15
The Fall 2023 Mallery Concert Series concludes on Wednesday, November 15, with a performance by pianist Melody Fader. The concert begins at 11:20 a.m. in the Mallery Room of the Fine Arts Building. The Mallery Concert Series is presented by the Department of Visual, Media, and Performing Arts. Dr. Joseph C. Schiavo is the Artistic Director of the Mallery … Continue reading Pianist Melody Fader to Perform Final Mallery Concert on Nov. 15…