The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Among the many changes in the works for myRutgers, members of the New Brunswick community now will have access to the health care tab, previously only accessible for RBHS faculty, staff and students. More updates are expected to take place throughout the 2023-2024 academic year.
The Rutgers School of Health Professions’ Physician Assistant program has been ranked No. 7 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report Best Graduate Schools, continuing the program’s long reputation as one of the nation’s best.
Nominations for the fourth annual RBHS Chancellor Awards are open until May 31, 2023. These awards recognize and highlight the extraordinary work of Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) faculty and staff. The individual awardees will be honored during a celebration in fall 2023 and will receive a recognition plaque and an honorarium (team award honoraria will be split among team members).
Rutgers–New Brunswick junior Maddison Van Der Mark is among the 62 outstanding college students chosen throughout the United States for the Truman Scholarship, a national award given to top students pursuing government or public service careers. President Jonathan Holloway and Rutgers–New Brunswick Chancellor-Provost Francine Conway surprised Van Der Mark with the news that she was selected under the guise of summoning her to the office to sign paperwork.
View updated strike-related FAQs for students, faculty, and staff. Read President Holloway's latest message to the community.
With the rise of deepfakes on the internet, how do you determine what’s real and what’s not? Steg.AI, a startup company based on artificial intelligence technology developed at Rutgers, is aiming to help businesses and organizations protect their media assets and intellectual property by making it easier to detect deepfakes – very realistic but phony visual or sound content – and determine if an item has been altered.
The company that developed the information security software was founded by alumnus Eric Wengrowski and School of Engineering professor Kristin Dana.
Visit the Robert A. Schommer Astronomical Observatory for one of the many public Open Nights (weather permitting) and observe the night sky through a 20-inch optical telescope.
The Rutgers Office of Athletic Compliance has an important message for faculty and staff: 2023_Compliance_FacultyStaff_Brochure.pdf
Summer is right around the corner and registration is now open for Rutgers Rec Kids Day Camp. Space is limited.
Lace up those walking shoes: It’s time to register for the Spring Step Challenge on April 10-23. Complete and record 70,000 steps per week and enter for a chance to win great prizes. FREE to Rutgers affiliates.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Summer is right around the corner and registration is now open for Rutgers Rec Kids Day Camp. Space is limited.
Interested in becoming a spin instructor? Join Rutgers Recreation at an in-person spinning instructor certification on April 23 or July 9 at Werblin Recreation Center.
At its core, Project ECHO is a virtual health education and mentoring program improving population health in New Jersey, bringing together multidisciplinary practitioners for trainings on public health issues that matter now. March marked the return of two series: Maternal Child Health and Opioid Use Disorder and Maternal Health Innovation. View the many programs being offered and explore the benefits of participating.
On March 3, Rutgers Student Health Services sponsored an educational forum (Grand Rounds) “You are the Key to HPV Cancer Prevention” with guest speaker Dr. Meg Fisher, Acting Deputy Commissioner for Public Health Services for the NJ Department of Health. This event represents the first public event focused on preventing HPV cancers with interventions targeting the Rutgers student population from a newly formed initiative led by Noa’a Shimoni of Student Health Services and Mary O’Dowd from the Office of Population Health. This partnership includes Rutgers Student Health Services, the NJDOH, Screen NJ, the RU Cancer Institute of NJ and Rutgers Students. With nearly 75 participants from Rutgers and community-based partners this program shared the latest science on the benefits of vaccination to individuals in terms of cancer prevention, the lack of vaccination within the college aged population, and engaged participants in discussing how providers can be key players in positively impacting the health of these young people providing lifelong protection.
Honors College Dean J.D. Bowers, who joined Rutgers in July, has created a way to connect with his students outside of the academic realm; gathering most Sundays for game night, this tradition started in the fall with a handful of students and is catching on.
Helene Horan, a first-year Honors College student from Washington Township in southern New Jersey, joined the near-weekly event because she was “looking for things to do around the Honors College and I've always loved board games.”
“There's this feeling of friendship when you're playing all the games,” said Horan, whose favorite board games include Monopoly and Clue. “Everybody's bonding and competing in this really friendly way. I also like getting to know Dean Bowers.”
Vets4Warriors, a military peer support program staffed by veterans housed at the Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care National Call Center, is bolstering its volunteer network with the launch of the Vets4Warriors Ambassador Portal, powered by Wounded Warrior Project (WWP).
The portal on the organization’s website grants Vets4Warriors’ network of volunteers access to tools and resources they need to spread awareness about the organization’s peer support service for the U.S. military and veteran community.
“With the support of Wounded Warrior Project, we are thrilled to offer this new resource that will help us to reach even more members of the military Veteran community who could benefit from a connection with a peer,” said Major General Mark Graham, executive director of Vets4Warriors.
Giving Days are here! This week the scarlet community joins together to change lives and help students achieve their dreams.
Rutgers–New Brunswick and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences faculty and staff are invited to attend and participate in the 257th Anniversary Commencement, taking place on Sunday, May 14, 2023, at SHI Stadium. Be a part of the largest academic event of the year by joining the faculty procession or volunteer as an ambassador or marshal to support the graduates in an up close and personal role. Learn more about how you can get involved, be sure to order any required regalia by March 24, and remember that special parking hangtags are required to park on campus on Commencement Day, so don’t forget to register for parking hangtag by 10 a.m. on May 1.
Is it your goal this spring semester to be more active? Check out the new on-campus fitness and wellness classes. They are first come, first serve and come with your recreation membership. View the class schedule.
Rutgers Center for Tobacco Studies is offering a certified tobacco treatment provider training designed for social workers, nurses, psychologists, physicians, pharmacists, certified counselors, certified alcohol and drug counselors, marriage and family therapists, health educators and any other professionals who treat tobacco users. Registration will close Monday, Feb. 27 or once training reaches capacity.
Komar and Melamid: A Lesson in History, a retrospective of two renowned artists and critics of the totalitarianism behind the Iron Curtain, opened Feb. 11.
The exhibition – featuring installations, paintings and prints from the museum’s Norton and Nancy Dodge Collection of Nonconformist Art from the Soviet Union – opens Saturday, Feb. 11, and runs through July 16 at the Zimmerli, 71 Hamilton St., New Brunswick. Admission is free to the public.
Check out the calendar of Spring 2023 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) events. These events, targeting faculty and staff, nurture a vibrant, inclusive community, as well as offer opportunities to develop skills to engage across differences as we strive for beloved community on the New Brunswick campus. In addition, the calendar features new capacity-building opportunities offered through University Equity and Inclusion and upcoming workshops sponsored by the Faculty Diversity Collaborative that are open to the Rutgers community across chancellor-led units.
Adolescent girls who develop anorexia typically engage in unnoticed dieting for up to six months before an official diagnosis is made, according to a Rutgers researcher.
“Dieting is a well-known precursor behavior to more serious restrictive eating behaviors,” said Lauren Davis, a doctoral student in the Rutgers Department of Psychology and coauthor of the study, published in the Journal of Adolescent Health. “Our work expands on this knowledge and describes when girls start dieting, how this can happen without anyone else in their life knowing, and how dangerous the habit can be.”
Read more on Rutgers Today.
The Open and Affordable Textbooks Program is awarding $1,000 in research funds to full- or part-time faculty, instructors or curriculum developers at Rutgers who make their courses more affordable for their students. Learn the steps you can take and apply for the award today.
The impressive diversity seen in student theater groups at Rutgers–New Brunswick is having a lasting impact on the university community. For the first time in 48 years, all three groups are led by artistic directors of color. Meet the artistic directors and learn how they plan on using their platforms to reach broader audiences.
The design community repeatedly has recognized the recently opened Digital Learning Commons, formerly known as the reading room, at the Alexander Library. The first-floor space has been transformed into a state-of-the-art multimedia collaboration center, allowing students to work together in multimodal situations ranging from team collaboration to independent research.
Researchers from Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, in collaboration with investigators from MD Anderson Cancer Center, discovered a novel triple immunotherapy combination, which can serve as a treatment for pancreatic cancer. Prateek Gulhati, physician-scientist and assistant professor of medicine at Robert Wood Johnson Medical Schoon, is the lead author of the study and shared more about his findings recently published in Nature Cancer.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
· Policy 40.4.2: Rutgers University Faculty and Staff International Travel Policy (PDF)
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Your Voice, Our Rutgers
Participate in the Academic and Workplace Behaviors and Environment Survey, which will help Rutgers assess, prevent and effectively respond to forms of harassment among employees. The survey, launched on Nov. 3, remains open until Thursday, Dec. 15. Learn more about the survey, read the FAQ and find locations where you can take the survey on paper.
Introducing the first issue of the Faculty Diversity Collaborative newsletter, where you can meet your campus faculty diversity liaisons, see what our faculty community has been up to and more.
Flu season is here and it is predicted to be particularly severe. Everyone is urged to take advantage of the many opportunities to get a flu shot and stay safe for the holidays. Influenza vaccines are available at local pharmacies and through your primary care provider. Please visit the State of New Jersey’s flu webpage to find a vaccine provider near you.
The Student Activities Center has an exciting new addition: the Engagement Hub. The hub will serve as a resource for students looking to get involved on campus. Encourage students to make an appointment today.
The Center for Public Health Workforce Development is offering an on-demand “Opioids in the Workforce” training course. The Rutgers Addiction Research Center has included it in their compilation of interprofessional trainings on addiction.
Challenge your brain, win some prizes and hang out with friends. Join us for the 34th Annual Trivia Bowl on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. at the College Avenue Gym.
Why were election night forecasts wrong and the expected red wave barely a trickle? Rutgers pollster Ashley Koning explains the midterm results.
There are more opportunities to keep moving during those chilly winter months! Check out the latest wellness opportunities at Rutgers Recreation such as tai chi and meditation and ballet basics.
Rutgers–New Brunswick is kicking off 15+ to Finish, a new campaign that encourages students to enroll in and successfully complete 15 or more credits each semester and connects them with the resources to help stay on track to graduation.
Faculty and staff can refer students to campus resources on success.rutgers.edu, a comprehensive webpage of all the services, tools, and resources to help students stay on track to graduation and thrive at Rutgers and beyond.
For resources and assets to promote student success, download the 15+ to Finish toolkit for posters, web banners, social media graphics, and more.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces a recent update to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
A professor of engineering leads an effort to digitalize New Jersey communities to predict flooding and gauge storm damage risk.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Find the solution to your marketing and communication needs in the updated program quick reference guide for Access to Communications (and marketing) Experts, or ACE. The ACE program has compiled a list of vetted businesses providing services from ad strategy, graphic design, photography, writing, web design and more. The list includes supplies from independent and larger companies who are able to work with budgets big and small.
A new information technology help portal recently was released. The self-service portal is designed to be your one-stop shop for technical support at Rutgers. This portal is a significant step in Rutgers’ efforts to streamline the technical support experience for the university.
This year, Rutgers Giving Days, in which schools and programs throughout the university raise money and compete in challenges, are March 20–24. They’re a great way to support students, schools, and programs while advancing academic excellence, our beloved community, and research for the common good. Attend an information session and fill out an application to raise funds for your school or program.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces a recent update to Policy 80.1.2: Rutgers University Trademark Management and Licensing Policy (PDF) of the University Policy Library. View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
It’s time to get your flu shot. Help keep our community safe and protect yourself from serious illness. Read what a Rutgers infectious disease expert had to say about why the flu vaccine is more important than ever this year. Check out Occupational Health to see where you can get your flu shot here on campus.
We asked members of the Rutgers faculty to share reflections on their identities, the complexities of the diaspora and some of the most pressing issues facing those within it. Here is what they had to say.
Interested in reading more about research being conducted at Rutgers–New Brunswick? The Rutgers Office for Research has a monthly newsletter you can sign up for today.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
The Office for Research encourages all faculty to apply to participate in October’s Research Incubator Climate and Health Fall Symposium, designed to support researchers at the nexus of climate and health. Faculty chosen to present at the symposium will also be eligible to apply to the Research Incubator’s seed funding initiative later this semester, which includes grant awards up to $150,000. Learn more about the application review process and submit applications by Wednesday, Sept. 21.
Student Affairs’ Office of Student Conduct invites faculty and staff at Rutgers–New Brunswick to apply to serve on the University Hearing Board by Monday, Oct. 10. The Board hears and resolves cases of alleged student misconduct by determining whether the accused has violated university policy and imposing appropriate sanctions. Learn more about this opportunity including required training sessions, and submit your interest form today!
The Rutgers Addiction Research Center (RARC) at the Brain Health Institute recently launched addiction.rutgers.edu as a multidisciplinary, one-stop-source for addiction-related activities at Rutgers, including research, training, and clinical services. Check out RARC’s website to discover new and ongoing research, connect with potential collaborators, and access resources dedicated to tackling addiction.
In the latest episodes of the video interview series Faces & Voices, President Jonathan Holloway hosted intimate conversations with recent graduate of Rutgers–New Brunswick’s School of Engineering, Dylan Sadiq, and New Jersey Medical School student, Angelica Lopez, to explore their inspirations as well as their achieved and aspirational applications of their educations. In episode 17, Dylan Sadiq expounds on his personal journey as a first-generation college student and describes how he came to translate engineering concepts beyond coursework into his artwork and working as “The College Cuber.” In episode 18, Angelica Lopez shares how helping her immigrant family communicate with health care providers in her youth evolved into her life’s mission to support underserved communities and catalyze change through medicine.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Before May 23 deadline, members of RBHS schools and units are invited to nominate colleagues for the third annual RBHS Chancellor Awards, which were created to acknowledge the extraordinary work of fellow faculty and staff. Winners will be announced in Fall 2022 and recognized during a celebration with a plaque and honorarium. Review additional information about award categories, eligibility, and nomination requirements for faculty and staff.
In last month’s universitywide message, President Jonathan Holloway announced the 2021–2022 Faculty Year-End Excellence Award recipients, who were celebrated and presented their awards during a special, in-person reception yesterday afternoon in the President’s Tent on College Avenue Campus in New Brunswick. Honoring faculty across disciplines, rank, and locations universitywide through a colleague-based selection process, these awards recognize “outstanding contributions to teaching, research, and public service” and come with a commemorative certificate and honorarium. Review the complete list of 2022 awardees and read more about this year’s awards and recipients.
Registration is open for the Zimmerli Art Museum’s Summer Art Camp, which offers young artists between the ages of seven and 14 opportunities to explore their creativity and develop new skills alongside teaching artists in a unique museum setting during weekly, half-day and all-day, in-person sessions from June 27 to July 29. This year, several of everyone’s favorite classes are returning, alongside a few new ones, and aftercare until 5 p.m. is now available. Review class offerings, scheduling, and pricing details, and register today!
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Rutgers–New Brunswick is named as an academic leader in women’s representation in top leadership roles in “The Women’s Power Gap at Elite Universities: Scaling the Ivory Tower,” a 2022 study from the Women’s Power Gap Initiative that investigates advances and barriers to gender parity at the nation’s top research universities. Developed in collaboration with the American Association of University Women, the report uses a representation-data-based ranking system to categorize 130 academic institutions nationwide—ranging from “leader” to “needs urgent action,” depending on the gender-parity progress exemplified or yet to be made—aiming to catalyze change by using Rutgers and the 12 other academic leaders as successful models in higher education and encouraging others to “(…) learn from them, and adopt proactive and intentional policies to challenge the status quo.” Read the report (PDF) to learn more.
In April’s episode of the On the Pandemic podcast, host Mary Marchetta O’Dowd and guest Ashley Koning, director of the Eagleton Institute of Politics' Center for Public Interest Polling, discuss the intersection of the pandemic and politics. Koning shares her insights about the partisan divide over the pandemic as well as the critical role polling plays in improving understanding the variables impacting the current and, potentially, future situations. Listen to "Intersection of Politics and Public Health" today!
In the twelfth episode of the video interview series Faces & Voices, host President Jonathan Holloway joins Alejandro Ruiz, university safety officer and executive director of Rutgers Environmental Health and Safety on Livingston campus, for a discussion of the importance of supporting each other as colleagues through advocating for professional development and mentoring opportunities, work-life balance, and collaboration. Ruiz also shared what he has learned during his 22 years of service at Rutgers and directing behind-the-scenes efforts to keep our beloved community safe every day, especially during the pandemic’s unprecedented times. Watch this episode and catch up with all the Faces & Voices of Rutgers!
Earlier this month, University Equity and Inclusion released the latest episode of Holding Space, a podcast series launched in Fall 2021 that embraces conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts and topics. In this episode, "Accessibility is Inclusivity," series host Senior Director of Institutional Equity and Strategic Initiatives Joan Collier is joined by Associate Vice President of Rutgers Access and Disability Resources Bill Welsh and IT Accessibility Analyst Desiree White for a conversation analyzing and challenging concepts of accessibility. As the pandemic pushed many daily activities online, opportunities for increased accessibility for those with disabilities emerged—observing the benefits of this shift, Welsh and White advocate for a deeper examination and the retention of best practices from the last two years to maintain that momentum toward achieving advanced accessibility for all. Listen and dive deeper into topics, and join the conversation today!
Rutgers–New Brunswick and RBHS faculty and staff are invited to participate in the 256th Anniversary Commencement at SHI Stadium on Sunday, May 15, 2022. Get involved by volunteering in remaining Ambassador positions, joining the faculty procession, or cheering the graduates from the stands. Moreover, since graduation is a two-part celebration, including Commencement and Convocation, be sure to check logistical details and more for individual academic unit convocations. Special parking hangtags are required to park on campus that day, so register for parking by 10 a.m. May 1. Discover more Commencement-Day details for faculty and staff.
Although not required, second booster doses of COVID-19 vaccines are now available to all eligible members of the university and the general public at Rutgers Vaccination Clinics as well as many other locations nationwide. As shared in this week’s earlier universitywide announcement from RBHS Chancellor and Executive VP for Health Affairs Brian Strom, and RBHS Senior Vice Chancellor for Clinical Affairs and VP for Health Affairs Vicente Gracias, the FDA has authorized the administration of second booster doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine to all individuals 50 years and older, and certain immunocompromised individuals 12 years and older (Pfizer) or 18 years and older (Moderna) at least 4 months after receiving the first booster. Although second booster doses are not required by the university, eligible campus community members can use the Rutgers Vaccination Portal to register for appointments. Learn more by visiting the universitywide COVID-19 vaccination information site.
Earlier this month, New Jersey Alliance for Clinical and Translational Science (NJ ACTS) released a request for applications for the fifth year of the NJ ACTS Pilot Program (PDF), a grant-awarding program that will commit up to $640,000 this year and is open to investigators from NJIT, Princeton, and Rutgers. This program, funded by the National Institutes of Health/National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences, the New Jersey Health Foundation, and the academic partners, fosters collaborative research with the goal of providing paths to sustainable, extramurally funded independent research. Although applications are not due until mid-June, applicants must submit letters of intent by Friday, May 6. To learn more, register for the upcoming webinar on Tuesday, April 19, 5 p.m.–6:30 p.m., and visit the NJ ACTS Pilot Program webpage.
In honor of the late Kim Elliott—assistant professor of dance at Mason Gross School of the Arts who passed away on March 23 of this year—and in celebration of her life as a devoted and deeply compassionate teacher and artist, please enjoy a previously unreleased audio interview from October 2020.
Chancellor-Provost Francine Conway invites campus deans, department chairs, and fellow faculty to submit nominations for the Rutgers–New Brunswick Chancellor-Provost Awards for Faculty Excellence and help celebrate the pioneering research, innovative teaching, and impactful service of our faculty. Due Thursday, March 31, and designed to recognize individuals ranging from part-time instructors to Distinguished Professors, nominations must include a 300-word summary of the nominee’s qualifications and a maximum of three support letters. Learn more about award areas and criteria to nominate a member of the New Brunswick faculty. Campus community members are also encouraged to check out details to nominate outstanding students and student organizations Rutgers–New Brunswick for this year’s Chancellor-Provost’s Student Leadership Awards!
The Invisible Extinction is a new documentary film from independent filmmakers Sarah Schenck and Steven Lawrence that chronicles the groundbreaking international research by Professors Martin Blaser and Maria Gloria Dominguez-Bello into the insidious demise of our natural microbiome. Blaser is Henry Rutgers Chair of the Human Microbiome, professor of Medicine and Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, and director of the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine. Dominguez-Bello is Henry Rutgers Professor of Microbiome and Health at the Departments of Biochemistry and Microbiology and of Anthropology, and director of the New Jersey Institute for Food Nutrition and Health at Rutgers–New Brunswick. With its world premiere yesterday in Copenhagen, this film follows Blaser and Dominguez-Bello as they explore the correlations between the decreasing microbial diversity of our microbiome and the increasing prevalence of life-threatening, chronic diseases worldwide. View a preview and read more about this pair of Rutgers researchers' work to discover the means to safeguard our microbiome and potentially our future systemic health as a species.
Through the end of March, the Rutgers University Police Department (RUPD) encourages all campus community members to complete an anonymous survey to provide feedback on the services it provides in its mission to protect and enhance the quality of life for all employees, students, and visitors of the university. Participants also have the option to provide their contact information at the end of the survey for a chance to receive a $25 Kite+Key or Barnes & Noble gift card. Take the brief survey today!
Registration is now open for the RBHS Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Golf League at the Rutgers Golf Course. The season begins Thursday, April 14 and new members and subs are welcome. Find additional details and submit registration form and fee by Tuesday, April 5.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces the recent addition of Policy 60.1.36: Immunization Policy for University Affiliates (PDF) to the University Policy Library. View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Mark your calendars for Rutgers Giving Day on Wednesday, March 23, the annual, 24-hour, fundraising event for students, schools, and programs universitywide. Help spread the word by sharing the save-the-date video on social media using #RUGivingDay through March 22 for chances to win prizes for you and your favorite fund--the more you share, the more chances you and we all have to win! Learn more about making a difference this Rutgers Giving Day, becoming a #RUGivingDay ambassador, accessing resources via the online toolkit, and helping Rutgers help the world and demonstrate what excellence looks like!
The Rutgers Center for Organizational Leadership is accepting nominations of faculty and staff participants for its 2022-2023 cohort of the Rutgers Leadership Academy (RLA) through Friday, March 25. This collaborative-learning program boasts comprehensive virtual and in-person sessions that address a variety of higher education leadership topics. All mid-career faculty and staff universitywide who have demonstrated potential for increased leadership responsibility and achievement within higher education are eligible for nomination. Learn more about the RLA and the nomination process to get started.
Registration is now open for Scarlet KIDS Summer Camp! The full-day, co-ed recreational camp program runs from June 27 through August 19 and is open for children going into first through fifth grades. Weekly registration rates are all-inclusive and feature sibling discounts and special Rutgers affiliate rates for active Rutgers faculty, staff, and students.
Community members universitywide and around the globe are encouraged to join in the exploration of our everyday environments and become part of the surrounding scientific community by joining this year's Personal Bioblitz, which was launched in 2014 by Lena Struwe, director of the Chrysler Herbarium and Mycological Collection and professor of botany at School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. Each year, March 1 through May 15, participants are invited to observe, document, and learn more about the species and changes around them using iNaturalist's website or free app, and in so doing, help provide scientists with updated and new data for future or current scientific research, bioexploration and engagement projects. Learn more about this innovative program and how to join in the discovery across the state and around the globe today!
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces the recent addition of Policy 60.1.35: Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees (PDF) to the University Policy Library. View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Launching this year in alignment with President Jonathan Holloway’s vision for Scarlet Service, Rutgers Summer Service Internship (RSSI) Initiative provides select sophomore and junior undergraduate students with opportunities to earn up to $5,000 while interning over the summer for a minimum of 200 hours at a public service non-profit organization or direct-service government office. Developed collaboratively by the Eagleton Institute of Politics, Rutgers–Camden Career Center, Rutgers–New Brunswick Office of Career Exploration and Success, and Rutgers–Newark Career Development Center, this new universitywide initiative promises to expand students' knowledge and skills to engage as active citizens as part of experiential learning. Faculty and staff are encouraged to share RSSI details with or nominate eligible students before February 28 deadline.
If you missed the Envisioning Hunger Free College in NJ earlier this month, day-one and day-two conference recordings are available online, spotlighting innovative programming and focusing how to advance campuses toward becoming hunger free across the state. Cosponsored by the Division of Student Affairs' Off-Campus Living and Community Partnerships and School of Environmental and Biological Sciences' New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station Cooperative Extension, conference recordings include featured remarks from Governor of New Jersey Phil Murphy, University President Jonathan Holloway, and Secretary of Higher Education for the State of New Jersey Brian Bridges, as well as engaging educational presentations and discussions elucidating issues concerning college student food insecurity, its student impact, and potential avenues to address moving forward. Also, anyone interested in joining efforts to continue to combat college student food insecurity can also learn more about and sign up to join Hunger Free NJ’s new statewide group, Hunger Free Campus Network.
Rutgers Recreation invites members of the Rutgers community to make massage therapy appointments to help relax and recharge. Now through March 10, these 45-minute sessions will be offered at Werblin Recreation and Cook/Douglass Recreation Centers at a fee of $50 to faculty and staff. Relax and refresh by booking an appointment at one of Recreation's peaceful wellness suites this spring!
All are invited to join the last of three virtual town halls facilitated by the Rutgers Addiction Research Center (RARC) at RBHS’ Brain Health Institute at 9 a.m. on Monday, February 14. During this event, Director Danielle Dick will elaborate on the center's mission to support and help facilitate collaborative addiction research universitywide as well as share and invite feedback from participants on the RARC Roadmap (PDF), which outlines plans and strategies to further the development and impact of this important work. No registration required, just access Zoom details to join!
Now through the end of February, all are encouraged to take a closer look at Windows of Understanding, a public art project facilitating installations that decorate and transform edifices and venues in New Brunswick, Highland Park, Metuchen, and South Plainfield with original artwork addressing social, economic, and environmental issues. Developed in collaboration with more than 20 non-profit organizations, hosting municipalities’ arts councils and commissions, and Mason Gross School of the Arts, this collection of creative, community-based art strives to visually raise public awareness and cross-culturally communicate means of attaining understanding. Learn more about where to check out these displays around New Brunswick and how to get involved in the complementary collection of virtual and hybrid programming available to all.
This spring, Rutgers Recreation invites members of the university community to join their choice of in-person and virtual fitness classes, with no registration required. Faculty and staff can learn more about purchasing a Fitness/Wellness class membership for semester-long access to all classes or signing up for the Spring Step Challenge to start taking and tracking steps for a chance to win prizes! Also, download the RUREC2GO App for easily accessible daily schedule information, on-demand classes, and more!
Join one of three upcoming Future of Work Task Force’s virtual listening sessions online on February 17, February 25, and March 1 to share your perspectives and help support shared goals. Registration is required to join and participants can choose to submit comments or sign up to speak during a session in advance. Learn more about the Future of Work Task Force and register today!
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces the recent addition of Policy 50.5.1: Membership and Organization of the Campus Faculty Councils (PDF) to the University Policy Library. View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Spread the word: Rutgers Day will return in-person on Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Members of Rutgers–New Brunswick and RBHS communities are invited to submit their programs by February 18. Visit the Rutgers Day website and log in with your NETID to submit your program, download marketing materials, and view a Rutgers Day webinar for programming tips. For questions or help planning your program, email rutgersday@rutgers.edu or call 848-445-1921.
Next week, as part of the international series Live Legacy Interviews: Conversations with Luminaries in the Field of Child Psychotherapy, Rutgers–New Brunswick Chancellor-Provost Francine Conway, an award-winning clinician in child mental health, will share her insights and wealth of expertise on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children as well as how diversity, racial, and cultural issues affect the treatment of minority patients and their families. Cosponsored by MINDinMIND, American Psychological Association Division 39 Section II, The National Service Office for Nurse-Family Partnership and Child First, this virtual interview-based event will focus on means of removing the stigma of ADHD and driving social change as practitioners and will take place on Tuesday, February 1, 12 p.m.–2 p.m. Find out more about this event, pricing, and register for tickets today!
The 2021-2022 Faculty and Staff Brochure (PDF) from the Office of Athletic Compliance details Rutgers University, B1G Conference, and NCAA regulations that all faculty and staff should know when interacting with prospective and current student-athletes. Compliance guidelines and details cover a variety of topics, including definitions, reminders, and policies. Contact the Office of Athletic Compliance with any questions or concerns.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
All are invited to help bring the future of downtown New Brunswick to fruition by participating in the Imagine New Brunswick Studio Community Survey. Developed by a group of graduate urban planning students at the Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers–New Brunswick, this survey was designed as a research tool to gather recommendations for a reenvisioning of George Street through advancing improvements for the betterment of the community. Learn more and complete the 10-minute, bilingual survey to help imagine your city today!
Now through December 23, all are invited to visit Zimmerli Art Museum during regular operating hours; however, from December 24 through January 17, the museum will be observing limited public hours. Find more details, including a complete listing of hours and public safety precautions, to plan your next, free visit!
New Jersey Poison Control Center is seeking faculty, staff, or student members of the Rutgers community with health/medical backgrounds as unpaid, in-person volunteers to support the COVID-19 Hotline, which was established by the governor and the NJ Department of Health to provide 24/7 coverage for callers and supply important medical information and advice for their COVID-19 concerns. Individuals interested in volunteering should contact Alicia Gambino, director of educational services at New Jersey Medical School to see about the multiple shifts available. Find out more and share this informational flyer with any of your colleagues or students with appropriate expertise to encourage them to volunteer, too!
COVID-19 booster shots are available at Rutgers vaccination sites and Pfizer pediatric vaccinations are available at the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy vaccination site in Piscataway. Learn if you or a loved one is eligible for a booster or vaccination, and how to schedule an appointment on the Rutgers' COVID-19 Vaccine webpage.
As a reminder, new and renewal fund campaign page applications are due next Friday, December 10 for schools, departments, and programs interested in participating in this year’s Rutgers Giving Day on March 23, 2022. Giving Day is an annual 24-hour day of giving to raise funds and show support universitywide, so learn more reasons to participate and don’t miss out on this opportunity!
On Sunday, December 12, members of the university community are invited to the Dr. Joseph James Seneca Memorial Event celebrating the life and legacy of Distinguished Professor of Economics Emeritus and Vice President of Academic Affairs Emeritus Joseph James Seneca (January 6, 1944–November 27, 2020). At Winants Hall (7 College Avenue) from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., help honor the decades-long career of this beloved figure at and friend of Rutgers who has touched the lives of thousands of students and so many others through his exemplary teaching and public service. Deadline to RSVP is today, so register now!
Tune into the latest episode of University Equity and Inclusion’s Holding Space podcast series for a conversation between series host Senior Director of Institutional Equity and Strategic Initiatives Joan Collier and special guest Associate Vice President for Academic Equity Melissa Wooten defining educational equity and exploring how an “equity mindset” can influence institutional support for historically underserved students. Listen to "Understanding Educational Equity" and check out accompanying resources online, including key terminology, reflective questions, and other ways to dive deeper into the discussion!
Are you a New Jersey resident whose child is attending an out-of-state college? The 2022 Rutgers–New Brunswick Winter Session is an opportunity to save money by paying in-state college tuition as a NJ resident. Take advantage of remote/online delivery options that now allow students to take courses from anywhere and still ensure degree progress by earning up to four degree credits in just a few weeks. The last day to register for the 2022 Winter Session at Rutgers–New Brunswick without a late fee is December 7, so don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity!
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces a recent update to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Join Rutgers–New Brunswick Chancellor-Provost Francine Conway, members of the Academic Master Plan Steering Committee, and a faculty panel at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, November 30, for a second virtual town hall to hear an update on the project, including emerging themes, introduction of the plan’s goals, and a moderated panel of faculty who will share their perspectives and help answer your questions. Visit the Academic Master Plan webpage to access the virtual meeting link and submit questions by November 26.
Returning for its second year, University Communications and Marketing’s 2021 Rutgers Holiday Shop is a fun, seasonal way for all members and friends of the university community to show their Rutgers pride while satisfying their gift-shopping needs. Choose from a variety of Rutgers-themed apparel and specialty items, from holiday sweaters to Yeti tumblers, priced for all budgets and perfect for family, friends, and even pets. Supplies are limited, so order now!
Residence Life in the Division of Student Affairs at Rutgers–New Brunswick is recruiting undergraduate students to apply as Resident Assistants (RAs) for 2022-2023 and is seeking recommendations from faculty and staff. If you know any students who would make great RAs next year, please encourage them to review eligibility requirements, job expectations, and apply by noon on Tuesday, November 30.
Designed to recognize the “extraordinary, transformative, and significant lifetime contributions of (Rutgers) faculty to their academic profession and (the university),” the inaugural RBHS Chancellor Lifetime Achievement Award was bestowed posthumously to Joseph R. Bertino, for his roles as professor of medicine and pharmacology at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and former chief scientific officer at Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ). In honor of his legacy and his “unmatched fundamental contributions to cancer research as a renowned scientist, inspirational mentor, cherished colleague,” Bertino’s family will be presented with an award plaque, and CINJ created a new lectureship in his name.
This fall, the Center for Environmental Exposures and Disease (CEED) in collaboration with parents, nonprofit leaders, advocates, policymakers, academics, health professionals, and researchers, are hosting CEED’s 4th Annual Environmental Summit: Maternal and Child Environmental Health and Justice, a webinar series that explores the impact of environmental factors on maternal and child health in a context of justice and society today. These virtual, interactive sessions are open to all and take place on Wednesdays, 10 a.m.–11:30 a.m., through February 2022, with the next session on November 10. Register today to learn about the latest research, hear from thought leaders, and discover steps you can take personally to protect your health and promote the health of your family and community.
Through the end of November, the Department of Landscape Architecture at the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences and University Libraries invite anyone and everyone to participate in the RU Urban Sketching Project–Fall 2021. Connecting the shared components of both Urban sketching and scholarly research, including observation, analysis, and storytelling this imaginative and community-engaging project invites members of the university and surrounding communities to think and reflect on their surroundings through documenting, sharing, and building collections of drawings from their everyday lives. All are invited to create sketches throughout the month based on various specified themes and share on Instagram using #rutgersurbansketching or #ruusk2021 or by sending sketches—and any questions—to Megan Lotts, art librarian and Urban Sketch Drawing Exhibit curator. Check out the current and upcoming themes today!
In an announcement last month, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Antonio Calcado informed all faculty and staff universitywide that they must be fully vaccinated. Developed in compliance with President Joe Biden’s Executive Order 14042 requiring vaccination for certain employees of federal contractors like Rutgers as well as the subsequent guidance of the Federal Worker Safety Task Force, this new vaccination mandate requires all employees to upload proof of vaccination to the Rutgers portal before the deadline to further augment protection efforts for the health and safety of all university community members. If you have not yet been vaccinated, vaccines are widely and readily available at most health care providers, clinics, or local pharmacies as well as at Rutgers clinic locations in Camden, Newark, and Piscataway to eligible individuals for free and without insurance.
Are you a New Jersey resident whose child is attending an out-of-state college? The 2022 Rutgers–New Brunswick Winter Session is an opportunity for you to save money by paying in-state college tuition as a NJ resident. Take advantage of remote/online delivery options that now allow students to take courses from anywhere and still ensure degree progress by earning up to four degree credits in just a few weeks. The last day to register for the 2022 Winter Session at Rutgers–New Brunswick without a late fee is December 7, so don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity!
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Celebrate the inauguration of Jonathan Scott Holloway as the 21st President of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, with two days of events showcasing Rutgers’ excellence. Attend Excellence Fest on November 4, 3 p.m.–6 p.m. at Bishop House on College Avenue, view an academic panel moderated by President Holloway, "In Service to the Common Good" on November 5, 10 a.m.–11:30 a.m., and watch the inauguration ceremony via livestream or at an "Inauguration Station" Watch Party on November 5, 1:30 p.m.–3 p.m. Visit the inauguration website for details.
Throughout October, as part of their shared missions to provide prevention programming, crisis intervention, counseling, and support to survivors of interpersonal violence, RBHS Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance (VPVA) in the Office of Academic and Student Affairs and the Office for VPVA in Division of Student Affairs at Rutgers–New Brunswick continue to facilitate activities and coordinate community support in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). On Wednesday, October 27, voice your support online by registering for the End Sexual Violence Virtual Townhall at 7 p.m. and learn what the Rutgers community is doing to address domestic violence and support survivors. Continue showing your support by downloading DVAM-themed email signatures and Zoom backgrounds or signing up to participate in other local, in-person events. Also, subscribe and check out the latest issue of the RBHS VPVA Newsletter online. Check out more community participation on social media @RBHS_VPVA and ruvpva or @ru_vpva.
On the Pandemic podcast aired its latest episode focusing on the future of sports yesterday with host Executive Director of Health Systems and Population Health Integration Mary O’Dowd and special guest Director of Athletics Pat Hobbs. October’s episode reflects on the impact of the pandemic on college athletes and athletics more broadly as well as preparation efforts that went into reopening SHI Stadium for the Fall 2021 football season and what’s anticipated for the coming basketball season. Listen to “Back in the Game” and stay tuned for the next monthly episode, airing on Thursday, November 18!
Faces & Voices of Rutgers debuted earlier this month spotlighting alum Eric LeGrand, one of Rutgers’ most prominent and impactful alumni, in the first episode of the new weekly video series featuring conversations between President Jonathan Holloway and students, faculty, staff, and alumni. After suffering a debilitating spinal cord injury in October 2010, LeGrand went on to not only graduate in 2014 from the School of Management and Labor Relations, but become a national inspiration of communal giving and what we all can accomplish through determination and effort. Check out this motivational interview and discover the power of positive thinking and what we all can achieve when we bELieve.
In its September report, U.S. News & World Report ranked RBHS’s School of Nursing’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program as among the top five percent in the country for 2022, with a ranking of No. 31 out of 694 undergraduate nursing programs evaluated. Moreover, by virtue of this national ranking relative to New Jersey, the program is also the highest-ranked undergraduate nursing program in the state. Read full press release for more details.
Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Women’s Health Institute (WHI) published its 3rd NJ Women's Health Symposium Journal: Driving Change at the end of August. This online journal showcases the state- and worldwide work of WHI members, including research, initiatives, and programs advancing health care for women, their family’s health, and community wellness.
Additional doses of the COVID-19 vaccine or boosters are now available at Rutgers to those who are eligible. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) currently recommends that some people who have received an initial series of the Pfizer vaccine should or may receive a booster shot of Pfizer’s vaccine. The CDC also recommends that people with moderately to severely compromised immune systems receive an additional dose of mRNA COVID-19 vaccine at least 28 days after a second dose. Concurrent administration with the flu vaccine is not contraindicated, so no elapsed time is needed between the two vaccinations. Recommendations continue to be updated as the situation evolves, so check out the CDC’s latest applicable guidance and find out more about scheduling vaccination appointments at a Rutgers Vaccination Clinic when eligible.
Board of Governors Distinguished Service Professor Mark Gregory Robson will present “Rutgers – A Public University in the Land Grant Tradition that Provides Opportunities: How We Can Teach Our Students to Address Critical Global Issues” as the latest recipient of the Daniel Gorenstein Memorial Award on Tuesday, October 19. Presented via zoom, this is the twenty-eighth lecture in a series that honors the late Daniel Gorenstein, a Professor of Mathematics at Rutgers. Please register in advance for this free zoom event.
Listen to "Back on Campus/Back in the Classroom," the first episode of the On the Pandemic podcast's second season, with host Executive Director of Health Systems and Population Health Integration Mary O’Dowd and special guest Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Antonio Calcado. Also, check out recordings of previous episodes and stay tuned for the next monthly episode, debuting on Thursday, October 21!
Rutgers Program in Juvenile Justice and Youth Development (JJYD), part of the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station’s Office of Continuing Professional Education within the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences, announces the launch of its JJYD Certificate Program, a 60-hour collection of live, instructor-led, online-learning courses with industry-leading faculty and experts as facilitators. This certificate program incorporates elements and philosophies from psychology, social work, criminal justice, law, and education to prepare participants from related fields to address the demands of juvenile justice and work with youth impacted by the system. With a flexible schedule of online courses starting in the beginning of October, participants can sign up and pay for courses separately or the entire program to receive a discounted rate. Learn more and register for the JJYD Certificate Program today!
Now open and available to support your Rutgers–New Brunswick students, the One Stop Student Services Center (One Stop) represents an integrated and coordinated cross-functional service in the areas of financial aid, student accounts, and registration. The One Stop acts as a single point of service across these areas to promote a progressive, simplified, and consistent student experience and a culture that supports student satisfaction and success. Students, parents, and families can submit questions using the contact form or by visiting the One Stop at Dr. Samuel Dewitt Proctor Hall, 65 Davidson Road, Busch Campus. No appointments are necessary for walk-ins and the center is open Mondays through Thursdays, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and Fridays, 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
This fall marks the 50th anniversary of the Mary H. Dana Women Artists Series (DWAS), a program founded in 1971 by Douglass College alumna artist Joan Snyder, and continued today by the Center for Women in the Arts and Humanities (CWAH) under the Office of the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and in collaboration with Rutgers University Libraries. On display as a welcoming part of the Mabel Smith Douglass Library’s front lobby’s exhibition space, DWAS is the oldest continuous running exhibition space in the country that’s dedicated to making visible the work of emerging and established contemporary women artists. Read CWAH’s announcement and accompanying resources to learn more about the history of DWAS.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces the following recent updates to the University Policy Library:
View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Preceding the start of the fall semester, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer Michele Norin announced that technical support for Canvas and Sakai will be provided by the Office of Information Technology (OIT) Help Desk to streamline support. Moving forward, faculty and staff universitywide can call 833-OIT-HELP for help with everything from Canvas and Sakai to Zoom, Rutgers Connect, and NetIDs. Hours to reach OIT’s dedicated team experienced with answering questions about learning management systems (LMS) include: Mondays through Thursdays, 7:30 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Fridays, 7:30 a.m.–8 p.m.; and Sundays, 2 p.m.–9 p.m.
Instructional design support for faculty and staff, however, will continue to be provided by the respective campus-specific groups below:
To assist the transition back to in-person campus activities and classes with the health and safety of the Rutgers community at the forefront, a collection of informative guidelines and resources have been made available online:
Stay tuned for and check in on the Universitywide COVID-19 Information website additional announcements and resources from university and campus leaders as we continue to responsibly navigate the return to campus together throughout Fall 2021.
Faculty are invited to submit funding applications for projects addressing gun violence for consideration by the New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center. Special consideration will be given to projects focusing on interpersonal gun violence in New Jersey cities that also emphasize equity, diversity, and inclusion elements and involve active partnership with community organizations. Also, completion or near completion of work outlined in proposals should be attainable before the close of this fiscal year (June 30, 2022). Access additional details, templates, and how to submit applications by the September 15 deadline.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces a recent update to Policy 40.2.11: Research Financial Services (PDF), formerly referred to as, "Grant and Contract Accounting." View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Antonio Calcado shared updates regarding summer events, camps, and vaccinations, including that in-person events and activities may resume in a limited manner starting June 1 as long as they have been approved via the Event and Activity Certification System (EACS). Additionally, updated travel guidance for university purposes was also recently shared, so be sure to review the latest travel announcement from Prabhas Moghe, executive vice president of academic affairs.
The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School developed a number of COVID-19 resources, including a webinar for vaccination sites about accommodations for individuals with disabilities and a fact sheet and social story—available in both English and Spanish—to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities understand what to expect at vaccination appointments.
Shawna Hudson, professor and research division chief in the Department of Family Medicine and Community Health at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, joined fellow expert members of the authoring committee for National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine's consensus study report, Implementing High-Quality Primary Care: Rebuilding the Foundation of Health Care, to discuss the role of high-quality primary care as the cornerstone to health care and overall health. The consensus study report released on May 4 works to augment and update previous recommendations intended to address key challenges and issues in access and health to bolster primary care services nationally, especially among underserved populations.
If your school, department, or unit provides outreach programming for the public, complete the Programs for the Community survey, with a separate submission for each program, by June 1. The information collected will be included in an online directory, which will be promoted as a community resource. The Office of Community Affairs is looking for ongoing programs, services, and events—not one-time events, such as lectures or blood drives. If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Selesky in the Office of Community Affairs at selesky@rutgers.edu or 848-445-1961.
The Schrift-Ancient Teachings for Modern Times podcast analyzes the weekly reading of the Torah through the lens of the German literary canon and the teachings of meditation. Created by Steven Weinberg, a German PhD student, this mixture of German literature, Jewish studies, and meditation brings ancient wisdom into the modern world.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces a recent update to Policy 70.1.7: Rutgers Provisioning/Deprovisioning Policy (PDF). View other recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
The 2021 RBHS Chancellor Awards recognize and spotlight the extraordinary work of RBHS faculty and staff. This year’s awards also include several new categories for staff. Check out the celebration of last year’s awardees in the 2020 RBHS Chancellor Awards Ceremony video and learn more about the nomination process for these prestigious awards before the May 17th deadline.
As the only NJ-based, clinical trial site for the global Pfizer-BioNTech research study, Rutgers is currently recruiting participants—up to 200 children, ages six months to 11 years—to help evaluate COVID-19 vaccine efficacy. Parents and pediatricians interested in having their children considered for inclusion in this clinical trial being conducted through the Pediatric Clinical Research Center at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School should complete the trial’s referral survey today.
In April, the Office of the Secretary of Higher Education announced an award of $1 million to Rutgers to fund the development of an innovative, cutting-edge policy lab that will be located Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy. The lab will serve as an innovation hub that will help inform public policy and encourage evidence-based decisions to address challenges facing residents and communities throughout the state. Read more in last month’s Rutgers Today article.
The Schrift-Ancient Teachings for Modern Times podcast analyzes the weekly reading of the Torah through the lens of the German literary canon and the teachings of meditation. Created by Steven Weinberg, a German PhD student, this mixture of German literature, Jewish studies, and meditation brings ancient wisdom into the modern world.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
Recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated policies, are available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Members of the RBHS community are invited to register for the RBHS Golf League by Friday, April 30. Celebrating its 46th year, this co-ed league’s season begins Thursday, May 5 and will have tee times for nine holes starting at 4 p.m. on subsequent Thursdays through September at the Rutgers Golf Course. All skill levels as well as new and returning players alike are welcome and encouraged to find out more about signing up today!
Get ready for the 2021 season by taking advantage of discounted football season tickets now available to all Rutgers faculty and staff and receive more than 25% off football season tickets. Packages start as low as $225 per ticket, so learn more about the benefits of becoming a season-ticket holder today!
The Office of Summer and Winter Sessions invites the Rutgers community to tune in to Extra Credit, a podcast featuring short talks with students about their journeys to Rutgers, experiences while going to school here, and what they have been up to since graduating. This series also spotlights interviews with faculty, focusing on questions such as how they got into their fields, what makes the courses they teach special, and how students can benefit by taking their courses. Check out the latest interview with Martin Smith, an instructor at the Language Institute at School of Arts and Sciences as he shares what makes his course "Dual Language Immersion" and academic story unique. Stay tuned!
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
Recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated polices, are available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
The university announced Tuesday that the State of New Jersey has approved its application to be a dispensing site for COVID-19 vaccines for the university’s faculty, staff and students. Once the university’s vaccine allotment has been determined and supplied by the state, vaccines will be offered to Rutgers faculty, staff and students on the Camden, Newark and New Brunswick campuses.
To prepare for vaccine distribution, Rutgers has developed a vaccine portal website to allow its faculty, staff and students to complete a questionnaire and register their interest in receiving a vaccine via the university’s sites. Those who indicate their interest will be notified via email regarding eligibility and appointment availability. Learn more on Rutgers Today.
In a pair of administrative announcements to faculty and staff distributed in late March and early April, Senior Vice President for Human Resources Vivian Fernández shared updates regarding the use of sick time and telecommuting through the end of May 2021. In accordance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and state guidelines, as part of continued efforts to support the health, safety, and wellbeing of university employees and their families, the relaxation of the telecommuting policy as well as the temporary expansion of permissible use of accrued paid sick time for COVID-19 related self-quarantine or childcare-related issues, have both been extended through May 31, 2021. Direct any additional questions to OneSource Rutgers Faculty and Staff Service Center at 732-745-7378 (SERV).
Registration for Scarlet KIDS 2021 summer camp is now open. Taking place June 28 through August 20, 8 a.m.–6 p.m., on Cook/Douglass, Scarlet KIDS is a full-day, co-ed recreational camp for children going into first through sixth grades this fall, thanks to the Rutgers Psychology Child Development Center at School of Arts and Sciences. Rates are all-inclusive, with special Rutgers rates and sibling discounts available, so learn more and register now!
Submit your Virtual Rutgers Day program today! Schools, departments, and units can still sign up to participate in Virtual Rutgers Day by submitting a program, such as a live or pre-recorded demonstration, experiment, performance, guest participation activity, or game. The Office of Community Affairs will create a master schedule of Rutgers Day content that will be posted to Facebook and Twitter on Saturday, April 24, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Program submissions are due today, March 26, so submit online now!
Now through Wednesday, April 7, faculty and staff are invited to nominate students for the sixth annual New Brunswick Chancellor’s Student Leadership Awards, which recognize and reward their remarkable contributions to the university and community. Award recipients will be announced mid-April and honored during a special virtual gala celebration on Tuesday, May 4. Find out more information on nomination criteria and how to submit student nomination form.
The Institute for Health, Health Care Policy and Aging Research (IFH) invites you to learn more about its legacy, mission, and vision for the future of population health research through a new video available online. Featuring perspectives shared by several of IFH’s interdisciplinary faculty, staff, and community partners, this video brings much-needed attention to the health disparities and inequities in our communities and highlights IFH’s work to combat and inspire community engagement to address them through a beautifully produced synergy of script, visuals, and message.
Save the date and register to join the RBHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Symposium on Wednesday, April 21, 9 a.m.–2 p.m., via Zoom. Designed as part of the university’s Building an Inclusive Academy Initiative, this event will be moderated by Sangeeta Lamba, RBHS vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion, and feature Enobong (Anna) Branch, senior vice president for equity, and Marie A. Bernard, acting chief officer for scientific workforce diversity at the National Institutes for Health, as two nationally recognized keynote speakers. Participants will also have the opportunity to learn more about the work being done by the recipients of the 2019-20 RBHS Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Advocacy Innovation Grants. Goals of the symposium include understanding diversity and its challenges, learning about the symbiotic relationship between diversity and excellence, and how to catalyze the normalization of equity and inclusion to ultimately push for academic transformation. Registration is required, so mark your calendars and sign up today!
The Office of Summer & Winter Sessions invites the Rutgers community to tune in to Extra Credit, a podcast featuring short talks with students about their journeys to Rutgers, experiences while going to school here, and what they have been up to since graduating. Launched in March, this series also spotlights interviews with faculty, focusing on questions such as how they got into their fields, what makes the courses they teach special, and how students can benefit by taking their courses. The latest episode features Joel Plummer, part-time lecturer in the Department of Africana Studies at School of Arts and Sciences, as he shares his experiences growing up as a Black student and how it influenced his decision to become an educator as well as inspired his book, Sumo Wrestlers & Supermodels. Check out all the episodes and stay tuned!
There’s still time for your school, department, or unit to submit a virtual Rutgers Day program, such as a live or pre-recorded demonstration, experiment, performance, guest participation activity, or game. The Office of Community Affairs will create a master schedule of Rutgers Day content that will be posted throughout the day on April 24. Contact rutgersday@rutgers.edu if you need assistance. Program submissions are due by March 22.
Data center work is necessary to reduce future risk of outages and to enable new maintenance without major interruption. Beginning 7 am on March 20, a number of Rutgers–New Brunswick IT services may be unavailable for up to 36 hours as maintenance, improvements, and repairs are made at the Hill Data Center. See full list of IT services that may be impacted during this time.
Shortly after the one-year anniversary of establishing the COVID-19 Hotline at the New Jersey Poison Information and Education System (NJPIES) at New Jersey Medical School in January 2021, “Colleagues in a Dark Time,” a poem by Diane Calello, executive and medical director of NJPIES, was published in the Journal of Medical Toxicology in February 2021, reflecting on the unique experience. Also known as the NJ Poison Control Center, NJPIES has operated the State’s COVID-19 Hotline since the beginning of the pandemic and its staff and volunteers have helped assist over 80,000 callers.
Rutgers Center for Organizational Leadership encourages the nomination of mid-career faculty and staff universitywide to the Rutgers Leadership Academy, an annual, yearlong, leadership development certificate program focused within the context of higher education. The program strives to create an expanded cadre of skilled leaders within individual Rutgers units and the broader university. Nominations must be submitted by a VP, dean, director, chair, or other senior leaders and will be accepted from March 1 through March 25.
Women’s Health Institute at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School has published its inaugural volume of Writing Heals & Inspires (WHI) Journal. In collaboration with Rutgers Health/RWJBarnabas Health, this online journal provides an outlet to share and derive healing and inspiration from current relevant topics to enhance global wellness and to inspire visionary paths on making a difference. Check out the first volume online today!
RBHS's Office of Vice Chancellor Research has launched the 2021 Research Resources Workshop Wednesday (R2W2) series. Taking place from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the second Wednesday each month, these webinars will feature shared researcher resource core facilities, discussions with experts, and a panelist Q&A regarding research support services. Check out the complete schedule for specific topics and mark your calendars to join through July!
Rutgers faculty, staff, and students are invited to register for this year’s virtual Rutgers Online Learning Conference on March 15-16. This two-day program features some of the best minds in online and hybrid education and focuses on improving learning with technology. The event boasts more than 70 sessions, informative exhibitors, and unique networking opportunities. #RUOnlineCon is free, but registration is required by Monday, March 1.
The Schrift-Ancient Teachings for Modern Times podcast analyzes the weekly reading of the Torah through the lens of the German literary canon and the teachings of meditation. Created by Steven Weinberg, a German doctoral student, this mixture of German literature, Jewish studies, and meditation brings ancient wisdom into the modern world.
The Rutgers Employees First Financial Webinars are part of an ongoing initiative to support and cultivate financial wellness for faculty and staff. Hosted by TIAA and Prudential and focusing on financial wellness, this free virtual series provides information and tools to introduce and encourage best practices in financial planning, management, decision making, and planning for the future. View complete schedule of webinars offered now through May 2021 and register today! As a reminder, employees are also encouraged to take advantage of additional wellness resources on the Discover UHR Wellness website.
All next week members of the Rutgers community are invited to take part in the 8th annual Access Week, a week-long series of programming that aims to create campus awareness for first-generation, low-income, and historically underserved students. Running February 15-19, Access Week includes a collection of public lectures, student workshops and programming, and alumni engagement opportunities. Check out schedule of upcoming events for more details and registration information, where applicable. Also, follow @RUDiversity on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram to like and share Access Week posts.
Women’s Health Institute (WHI) at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School has virtually published its inaugural volume of Writing Heals & Inspires (WHI Journal). In collaboration with Rutgers Health/RWJBarnabas Health, this online journal publication is intended as a platform providing an outlet to share and derive healing and inspiration from current relevant topics to “enhance global wellness and to inspire visionary paths on making a difference.” Check out the first volume online today!
The University Finance and Administration (UFA) will host a Finance Town Hall for the Rutgers community on Thursday, February 25, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Facilitated by Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer as well as University Treasurer J. Michael Gower and joined by other university leadership as guest speakers, this virtual meeting will address topics including a mid-year financial update, Institutional Planning and Operations update, and Cornerstone. No registration required. Also, access recordings of past events on UFA’s YouTube channel.
Before it’s too late, the Rutgers Film Co-op/New Jersey Media Arts Center and the School of Arts and Sciences Cinema Studies program invite the community to check out 39th annual New Jersey Film Festival Spring 2021 online, an annual public showcase of new international films, American independent features, experimental and short subjects, classic revivals, and cutting-edge documentaries. Now through February 21, this year’s online festival features special virtual guest appearances by film directors, producers, and actors as well as special filmmaker introductions and Q&A sessions for many of the films. All films will be available via Video On Demand for 24 hours on their show dates, so check out the upcoming film lineup and buy your tickets today!
The Nominating Committee of the Board of Trustees is now accepting nominations to fill a Student Charter Trustee open seat for a six-year term beginning July 1, 2021. Faculty and staff are encouraged to spread the word and nominate undergraduate or graduate students who may be interested. Student Charter Trustees are expected to serve the full six-year term (including after graduation), attend board meetings, serve on board committees, and become actively involved in the life of the university. Consideration will be given to personal, academic, and leadership skills. The nominee must be registered as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student, who will have completed a minimum of two full years of undergraduate study or one full year of graduate study at Rutgers University at the time of election (June 22, 2021). The nomination form may be accessed on the Board of Trustees website, from the drop-down down menu under “Board of Trustees” or via the sidebar. The deadline for receipt of nominations is Friday, February 26, 2021.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
Recent policy updates, including previous versions of updated polices, are available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
Register by Friday, February 5 for one of the remaining spots in Rutgers Recreation’s 10-week course that will prepare you for a career as a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM-CPT). This premier evidence-based certified personal training program includes all of the required components of the NASM-CPT exam and is taught in a learning-friendly virtual environment that meets weekly in synchronous online lectures on Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Learn more, including Rutgers affiliate pricing, and register by February deadline.
Rutgers Day is going virtual for 2021, and we want your school, department, or center/institute to join us as a program provider with a live or pre-recorded demonstration, experiment, home-participation activity, or performance. New, original programming for Rutgers Day is preferred, but if you have an activity or performance recorded, it can be included as well.
Submit your program proposal via Qualtrics form by March 1. Final content/links are due by April 1.
Contact the Office of Community Affairs if you have any questions at rutgersday@rutgers.edu or 848-445-1921.
The Nominating Committee of the Board of Trustees is now accepting nominations to fill a Student Charter Trustee open seat for a six-year term beginning July 1, 2021. Faculty and staff are encouraged to spread the word and nominate undergraduate or graduate students who may be interested. Student Charter Trustees are expected to serve the full six-year term (including after graduation), attend board meetings, serve on board committees, and become actively involved in the life of the university. Consideration will be given to personal, academic, and leadership skills. The nominee must be registered as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student, who will have completed a minimum of two full years of undergraduate study or one full year of graduate study at Rutgers University at the time of election (June 22, 2021). The nomination form may be accessed on the Board of Trustees website, from the drop-down down menu under “Board of Trustees” or via the sidebar. The deadline for receipt of nominations is Friday, February 26, 2021.
Rutgers University Libraries has launched the new SOAR repository to improve worldwide discovery and access to Rutgers scholarship by providing free and open access to research and creative work university wide. This new platform features a wizard for easy asset deposit and searches as well as analytics for tracking research impact. See more about how SOAR showcases scholarship!
The OneSource Faculty and Staff Service Center will be closed Fridays through March 12, 2021, due to the furlough program. Please contact OneSource Mondays through Thursdays, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., at 732-745-SERV (7378) or visit the OneSource Portal available 24/7 to access resources and/or submit an inquiry or self-service request.
The Office of the Secretary of the University announces recent updates to the University Policy Library:
Recent policy updates, including previous version of updated policies, are available at Recent Policy Updates. For specific questions about policy interpretations, contact the responsible office listed on each policy. For general questions, please email the Office of the Secretary of the University.
In a joint announcement on December 4, Brian L. Strom, chancellor of RBHS and executive vice president for health affairs, and Vicente Gracias, senior vice chancellor for clinical affairs at RBHS and vice president of health affairs at Rutgers, provided updated quarantine and travel recommendations for all Rutgers employees. These recommendations align with the New Jersey Department of Health’s updated travel guidance and the CDC’s recent quarantine guidance and include discouraging all out-of-state non-essential travel and modifications to quarantine duration. Some exceptions will be in effect, such as with travel health care workers’ traveling to restricted areas as they are considered, “critical infrastructure workers.” The pair reemphasized the importance of not coming to campus if you are experiencing COVID-19-related symptoms. Be sure to read the announcement and adhere to all of the updated recommendations, procedures, and preventive guidelines, such as wearing a mask, maintaining distancing, and frequent handwashing.
As a first step to reopening for guests, Rutgers employees are invited to once again enjoy a stay at the Rutgers University Inn and Conference Center (RUICC). In concert with the Return to Rutgers Plan, RUICC is now accepting overnight accommodations from verified faculty, staff, and departments. Please note that due to the pandemic, all ordinary operations and services that you may have been familiar with in the past will not be available at this time. Visit RUICC’s COVID-19 response page for updates and check out the Guest Safety Measures Highlight Video to see what else RUICC is doing to keep their guests and the community safe.
In support of faculty, the Division of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement (DICE) at Rutgers–New Brunswick will continue to host Faculty “Soul-Saving” Socials twice a month, resuming in February 2021. The goal of these informal, discussion-based events is to provide a relaxed environment to engage with faculty peers in a conversation about the academy and shaping sustaining spaces within it. The first session will take place on February 4 at 5 p.m., and will be held on the first Thursday of each month at 5 p.m. and third Wednesday of each month at 12 p.m. If you are interested in participating, please contact DICE.
As an integral part of Rutgers’ educational mission, the Division of Student Affairs’ Student Centers and Activities has personal meeting room reservations available for academic engagement. Room reservations are limited to one per day for three hours, with a maximum of two people. Reservations require a current RUID and can be made online by faculty or staff.
This year, University Communications and Marketing launched the new Rutgers Holiday Shop as a fun, seasonal way for faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni, and fans to show their Rutgers pride. Shop the Rutgers holiday store for all your gifts this year and choose from a variety of apparel and specialty items that are perfect for family, friends, and even pets. All of the store’s Rutgers-themed gift items are priced for all budgets and shipped directly to your door, but it’s only open for a limited time, so start shopping online today!
In a universitywide announcement in November, Senior Vice President for Human Resources Vivian Fernández shared information on behalf of Rutgers and the Coalition of Rutgers Unions about the COVID Alert NJ app, a key resource supporting contact tracing. This free mobile app securely and anonymously alerts users if they have been in close contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 and provides user-friendly access to a symptom checking tool and up-to-date information. Read more and download it today to join in this shared responsibility to help keep our communities and families safe.
University Communications and Marketing launched the new Rutgers Holiday Shop in November as a fun, seasonal way for faculty, staff, students, parents, alumni, and fans to show their Rutgers pride. Shop the Rutgers holiday store for all your gifts this year and choose from a variety of apparel and specialty items that are perfect for family, friends, and even pets. All of the store’s Rutgers-themed gift items are priced for all budgets and shipped directly to your door, but it’s only open for a limited time, so start shopping online today!
In late November, Senior Vice President for Human Resources Vivian Fernández announced the extension of telecommuting policy through March 31, 2021. This extended timeline will continue to support social distancing and does not require a new or revised telecommuting request unless there has been a change in work schedule. As a reminder, while telecommuting all employees are still obligated to comply with all university rules, policies, and procedures. Read original announcement and additional telecommuting reminders.
The Division of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement (DICE) seeks one faculty member from each department for a twelve-month term as a Department Faculty Diversity Advocate, whose role is to partner, inform, and support broader institutional efforts to advance an inclusive campus culture. Diversity Advocates will provide feedback on programs and resource development initiatives for faculty and promote engagement by sharing upcoming initiatives in DICE and around the campus community. Apply or nominate someone to be a Diversity Advocate today!
While stationed at the Rutgers University Marine Field Station (RUMFS) along the southern coast of New Jersey, Kentucky-native cellist and composer Ben Sollee wrote his "Slackwater" single, drawing inspiration from Edwin B. Forsythe Wildlife Refuge and watching the push-and-pull of the tides during a week spent perched where the Mullica River empties at the Great Bay’s edge. Accompanied by a video comprised of shots of the Great Bay/Mullica River ecosystem of New Jersey taken by Emmy Award-winning videographer, Mallory Cunningham, this unique music video is available to view online or purchase as part of the Songscape project from Sustain, a non-profit organization partnering the music industry and environmental organizations to promote environmental responsibility and awareness. Sollee's "Slackwater" joins similar songscapes composed around the nation to serve as novel sources of advocacy for public land conservation through increased public engagement created by the cultural influence and emotional hook of music. Check "Slackwater" out!
Rutgers Project ECHO launches National Nursing Home COVID-19 Action Network (CAN), which is administered by Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and supported by the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) as the official training center for quality, safety, and resiliency training. Learn more about what this collaborative effort entails and how Rutgers Project Echo Nursing Home CAN make a difference in communities.
The School of Arts and Sciences (SAS) proudly debuts the new online version of its award-winning newsletter, Access, with its Fall 2020 edition. This special digital issue highlights the school's response to the COVID-19 pandemic across the sciences, mathematics, humanities, and social sciences, from life-saving research to inspiring and insightful teaching, proving that the Rutgers liberal arts tradition is active and engaged even during these challenging times. Read the current issue of SAS Access online and find out more about how SAS is contributing to the common good and aiding in the recovery of the world.
A novel retelling of the narrative of Paul Robeson’s life and lasting legacy, Ballad of an American: A Graphic Biography of Paul Robeson, has been published and is available to members of the Rutgers community at a 30% discount through Rutgers University Press. Edited by Paul Buhl and Lawrence Ware, this new and unique graphic novel features illustrations by artist Sharon Rudahl and was published in conjunction with Rutgers University's Paul Robeson Centennial Celebration in commemoration of Robeson’s 1919 graduation from the university. For bulk orders, please contact a University Press sales representative directly.
Members of the Rutgers community are encouraged to meet all their personal training needs with Rutgers Recreation! Choose from in-person training, online live training, or written workout plans. Visit recreation.rutgers.edu for more information.
Check out the new RBHS events calendar for events across RBHS! Now you your unit can submit an event for inclusion in the calendar by clicking "submit event" at the bottom of the page. You can also export calendar of events, navigate events in calendar view or even narrow your search using fields like event category, organizers, and audience.
The New Jersey Department of Human Services announced that families with an income up to $150,000 are now eligible for the new COVID-19 School-Age Tuition Assistance Program. Families with children in remote schooling may be eligible for up to $1,900 in full-time child care assistance, assistance is also available part-time. View the online application.
Rutgers University Alumni Association (RUAA) offers a variety of free resources, events, and networking opportunities to Rutgers alumni. Be sure to check RUAA's website to sign up to receive their newsletters directly in your inbox, check out past editions of Think Scarlet, update your contact information for Scarlet Together to start receiving RUAA’s digest of upcoming events to your preferred email, or even check out the benefits you are eligible for as alumni with For Your Benefit.
Join Rutgers Recreation for free, virtual fitness classes ranging from resistance and weight training to mindfulness and yoga. Classes will run through the end of October, but space is limited, so check out the complete course list and register to join your choice of free, virtual fitness classes today!
NJ ACTS is a partnership between Rutgers, NJIT, and Princeton University, whose work will advance clinical and translational science to develop new therapies and treatments and improve population health. NJ ACTS disseminates information on funding opportunities to its members and partner institutions directly through its website. Check the NJ ACTS calendar for grants, career opportunities, and more.
Are you a New Jersey resident whose child is attending an out-of-state college? The 2021 Rutgers–New Brunswick Winter Session is an opportunity for you to save money by paying in-state college tuition as a NJ resident. Take advantage of remote/online delivery options that now allow students to take courses from anywhere and still ensure degree progress by earning up to four degree credits in just a few weeks. The last day to register for the 2021 Winter Session at Rutgers–New Brunswick without a late fee is December 7, so don’t miss out on this excellent opportunity!
Free access to LinkedIn Learning is available for all active Rutgers faculty, staff, and students, featuring thousands of video tutorials and online training resources about business, technology, and creative skills. LinkedIn Learning, an upgraded platform of Lynda.com, offers content and courses from expert instructors that range from beginner to advanced. Additional benefits include help for new users, tailored course recommendations, certification exam prep, and even CEU-earning opportunities. Log in with your NetID and start taking advantage of your free, on-demand instruction with LinkedIn Learning anytime, anywhere with desktop and mobile apps!
Rutgers University Public Safety reminds members of the Rutgers community that we are now required to carry our RU ID card with us at all times on-campus for both building entry and identification purposes, due to face-covering mandates, as noted in the Return to Rutgers Guide (PDF). If an RU ID card is lost or damaged, Rutgers faculty, staff, and students can visit the Identity and Access Management website for more information about obtaining a replacement RU ID card.
In September, the School of Social Work (SSW) proudly released its new strategic plan, Toward a More Just Future: A Five-Year Strategic Plan. Peruse the pages of either the online e-book or your own downloaded copy and join SSW for a guided tour of how it envisions its own as well as our national and international future: one grounded in justice and focused on innovation, diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and community. Check it out today!
Rutgers University Libraries are currently providing curbside pickup, home delivery, and interlibrary loan services for Rutgers students, faculty, and staff. Additionally, they are fulfilling digitization requests from their print collections and have begun accepting returns as well. Learn more about the resources and services available from University Libraries.
Now through September 15, the Zimmerli Art Museum is accepting applications for the Thomas Sokolowski Digital Outreach and Engagement Internship, which plays a key role in helping the Zimmerli Art Museum stay connected to its audiences, especially during this extended period of virtual-only access. Applicants for this paid internship position must be current Rutger–New Brunswick undergraduate or graduate students and do not need any previous museum or arts experience. Find out more about this position, the application process, and share with others before the September 15 application deadline.
The Zimmerli Art Museum invites you to experience the museum in new ways by visiting its newly expanded online presence, Zimmerli at Home. This interactive, virtual hub allows you to search the museum's collection, expand your playlist, explore behind the scenes videos, get creative, add some flair to your online background, and much more, from wherever you are!
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