Tag: Commencement

Breaking the Mold: First-Generation Cameroonian-American Earns Three Degrees

Breaking the Mold: First-Generation Cameroonian-American Earns Three Degrees

Andin Ncho graduates May 2020 with degrees in digital studies, English, and global studies.

Posted in: Student Achievement

Bridging the Gap Spotlight: Melanie Javier

Bridging the Gap Spotlight: Melanie Javier

Melanie Javier, a nursing major, is featured in this Bridging the Gap spotlight.

Posted in: Scarlet Pride

Leading Advocates for Equality to Receive Honorary Degrees at Rutgers–Camden Commencement

Leading Advocates for Equality to Receive Honorary Degrees at Rutgers–Camden Commencement

Nikole Hannah-Jones, Judy Perry Martinez, and Judith Persichilli will receive honorary degrees from Rutgers University–Camden during commencement ceremonies May 20-21.

Posted in: Campus Life

Rutgers School of Nursing–Camden Announces 2019 Commencement Speaker

Rutgers School of Nursing–Camden Announces 2019 Commencement Speaker

Ernest Grant, president of the American Nurses Association will deliver the keynote address Wednesday, May 22.

Posted in: Campus Life

Merck CEO Kenneth Frazier, Former Acting U.S. Solicitor General Neal Katyal to Receive Honorary Degrees at Rutgers University–Camden Commencement

Merck CEO Kenneth Frazier, Former Acting U.S. Solicitor General Neal Katyal to Receive Honorary Degrees at Rutgers University–Camden Commencement

Kenneth C. Frazier, chief executive officer and board chair of Merck & Co., and Neal Katyal, former Acting U.S. Solicitor General, will receive honorary Doctor of Laws degrees from Rutgers University–Camden.

Posted in: Campus Life

Rutgers In The News

Inside Higher Ed: Friday, Jan. 15
“ALL THIS DUBIOUS ABUNDANCE, AND MORE” This book review looks at a recent publication by Wendy Woloson (associate professor, FASC-history) about “a history of cheap stuff in America.”
Star-Ledger: Thursday, Jan. 14
“25K MAKE APPOINTMENTS FOR COVID VACCINE AT N.J. COUNTY SITE, AS DOSES SLOWLY ROLL IN” This report includes a photograph of vaccine site volunteer Rachel Derr (clinical assistant professor, SNC) discussing vaccination information with former N.J. governor Jim Florio.
NJ Spotlight News: Wednesday, Jan. 13
“CAN SCHOOL DISTRICTS REQUIRE TEACHERS TO BE VACCINATED?” Stacy Hawkins (professor, RLAW) discusses the legality of school districts mandating COVID-19 vaccination.
Washington Post: Wednesday, Jan. 13
“THREE STEPS TO HELP TREAT AMERICA’S DEBILITATING INFORMATION DISORDER” Ellen Goodman (professor, RLAW) co-authored this opinion column about reforming the structure of information dissemination on social media.
KYW Newsradio: Wednesday, Jan. 13
“A HISTORIC 2ND IMPEACHMENT COULD END TRUMP’S PRESIDENTIAL AMBITION, SAYS RUTGERS EXPERT” Perry Dane (professor, RLAW) discusses the impeachment and its potential implications.
TAPinto: Tuesday, Jan. 12
“CAMDEN RESIDENTS PEN BEAUTIFUL ESSAYS ABOUT THE UGLY ISSUE OF ILLEGAL DUMPING” Three winners were chosen in an essay contest co-hosted by the City of Camden, Cooper’s Ferry Partnership, the Rutgers–Camden Center for the Arts, and WHYY, which was held as part of the A New View public art initiative.