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New Brunswick opens 2 new outdoor fitness centers with talks of opening 1 at Rutgers

New Brunswick opened two new fitness courts over the weekend — unveiling plans to revamp its outdoor recreation and parks system. Sep 10 2018

Rutgers Records Record Raising: University receives highest donations

Rutgers surpassed two of its own fundraising records during the 2017-2018 school year, according to the My Central Jersey website. In addition to raising the most donations in the school’s history — $223.4 million — more than 50,000 donors pledged gifts to the University, also setting the bar as the highest number of donors in one year. Sep 7 2018

Crime alert reports robbery on Dix Street

The New Brunswick Police Department (NBPD) issued a crime alert Tuesday morning reporting a robbery at gunpoint. Aug 1 2018

Rutgers police issue crime alert for aggravated and sexual assault

The Rutgers University Police Department (RUPD) issued a crime alert last Tuesday reporting an aggravated and sexual assault that occurred that day at approximately 5:27 p.m. on the intersection of Abeel Street and Elijah’s Way in New Brunswick, according to an email from RUPD Captain Paul Fischer. Jul 12 2018

RUSA president Suzanne Link opposes PROSPER act in letter to federal government

In one of her first acts as student body president, Suzanne Link, a School of Arts and Sciences senior, has opposed the Promoting Real Opportunity, Success and Prosperity through Education Reform (PROSPER) act — a piece of federal legislation that she described as “a threat to students’ ability to come to Rutgers.” Jun 19 2018

Graduation Stories: Mother-daughter duo graduate at the same time

“It wasn’t planned. I did not intend to graduate with my daughter,” Terri Holness, mother of Rutgers graduate, Jasmine Dennis said. Holness, who will graduate from William Paterson University, said that the journey to her diploma has been a long one — almost eight years in fact. After dropping out of college in 1995 because she felt she was not smart enough, Holness vowed to never return.May 16 2018

Rutgers class visits ABC studios for behind-the-scenes tour

Students from the School of Communications and Information's Non-Scripted Television class traveled to New York City on Monday to visit ABC's studio for a behind the scenes peek into one of the most prolific news stations in the country. Apr 26 2018

On his 100th day in office, Murphy stops by Rutgers to discuss the future of New Jersey

Gov. Phil Murphy (D-N.J.) visited Rutgers yesterday on his 100th day in office to reflect on his cabinet’s accomplishments since January, reiterate his policies and perspectives and highlight his visions for the future of New Jersey. Apr 26 2018

Former New Jersey governor stops by Rutgers, talks gun control, the cost of higher education and time in office

Last night, former New Jersey Gov. James Florio sat down and reflected with MSNBC political reporter Steve Kornacki about his time as a politician, the role of a governor and his thoughts on politics today. Apr 25 2018

Sexual assault survivors share their stories at "Take Back the Night" march

From College Hall to Voorhees Mall, approximately 100 students and community members took to George Street yesterday in protest of sexual violence for the fifth annual “Take Back the Night” march. Apr 19 2018

Rutgers—Newark professor bats eyes at these nocturnal creatures

Although bats are not the most popular field of study for most biology majors, Angelo Soto Centeno has always known he wanted to pursue the examination of these unique, nocturnal creatures. Apr 17 2018

Rutgers institute of politics notes surge in female politicians running for the House

The number of female candidates running for the U.S. House of Representatives is surging, the Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics reported. Apr 16 2018

Islam Awareness Week at Rutgers highlights the best of Islam with dialogue on what it means to be Muslim

A range of activities, an assortment of cultural food and an array of colorful hijabs took to the College Avenue campus during this year's Islam Awareness Week (IAW) at Rutgers. Apr 13 2018

Rutgers observes the lives of students who died this past school year

Rutgers announces PayPal CEO as 2018 commencement speaker

Members on the University's Board of Governors meeting announced Dan Schulman, president and CEO of PayPal, will be Rutgers—New Brunswick's 2018 commencement speaker. Apr 11 2018

Author & Rutgers alumnus Junot Diaz discloses his experience with sexual abuse

Rutgers graduate and Pulitzer Prize winner Junot Diaz recently revealed a secret he hid from the world all his life — his experience as a victim of sexual abuse. Apr 10 2018

Greek life meets Dance Marathon with philanthropic efforts year after year

The philanthropic efforts of greek life organizations at Rutgers do not stop short of Dance Marathon. Each year, these fraternities and sororities are some of the main contributors to the more than $1 million that Dance Marathon has collected this year and last. Apr 9 2018

20 years of Dance Marathon, 24 hours of non-stop dance

At a quarter past hour 4 of Dance Marathon (RUDM), the entire floor at the Rutgers Athletic Center rushes the stage to the sound of "Mr. Brightside" by The Killers.Apr 9 2018

Rutgers Republicans and Democrats face off in debate

Student Democrats and Republicans met to discuss the country’s most pressing issues on Thursday at the Eagleton Institute of Politics on the Douglass campus. Apr 6 2018

Alumni create collaborative note sharing and tutoring platform exclusively for Rutgers students

Students helping their fellow scarlet knights is the goal for organization Notes and Tutors. Its goal is to create a more interconnected, personal community of students and tutors who can support one another’s academic achievement. Apr 5 2018

Swipe right for Cardi B: Rutgers looks to offset 32 schools in Tinder competition

Cardi B has partnered with the dating app Tinder for a nationwide college “swipe off” competition that will earn the winner a free concert from the “Bodak Yellow” artist herself. Rutgers is in the top 32. Apr 4 2018

NJ State Senate proposes 2 new bills for a gun violence research center at Rutgers

The State Senate introduced two proposals that put Rutgers on the frontlines for research on gun violence. Apr 4 2018

Rutgers alumna intersects law degree with career in the NFL

Cassie Sadowitz is a woman who does it all. The Rutgers 2009 summa cum laude alumna is a lawyer, the co-CEO of a tech company with her husband and a general counsel in the NFL, according to Rutgers Today. Apr 3 2018

Anti-Muslim flyer prompts response from Rutgers chancellor

In reaction to a viral flyer calling for violence against Muslim people, Chancellor Debasish Dutta had a request for the student body on Friday — kindness and solidarity. Apr 2 2018

RUSA meeting introduces newly proposed student code of conduct

At the Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) meeting yesterday, directors from the Office of Student Conduct gave a presentation on the updates to its codes that the office has been working on.Mar 30 2018

Rutgers students join march to Congress that results in $5 million for affordable textbooks

Rutgers-Newark professor charged with sexual assault of disabled man

Former Rutgers—Newark Professor Anna Stubblefield admitted to having criminal sexual contact with a disabled man who was unable to speak and is now facing charges and a sentencing for her actions, according to NJ Advance Media. Mar 21 2018

Link between hookah smoke and carbon monoxide creates health concern

Hookah, the popular tobacco choice for youth, is a silent killer, said Diane Calello, executive and medical director at the New Jersey Poison Control Center in a Rutgers Today article. Mar 19 2018

2 student groups from Rutgers win Hult Prize Regional Competition with new technology to approach water scarcity

For approximately a decade, the Hult Prize has been awarded to masterminds and innovators that understand the power of a single idea. This year, Rutgers has set a new record by having two teams from the same university as titleholders of the Hult Prize Regionals Competition. Mar 15 2018

New Brunswick opens heating centers under "Code Blue"

New Brunswick will enter a “code blue” the evening of March 7 due to frigid conditions. Mar 8 2018

Chancellor for Diversity and Inclusion at Rutgers steps down from his position

Dr. Jorge Schement, vice chancellor of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and distinguished professor of Communication Policy and Latino Studies, will step down from his position to reunite with the School of Communication and Information faculty and return to his life as a teacher, according to an email from Chancellor Debasish Dutta on Monday. Mar 7 2018

Hillary Clinton is coming to Rutgers

Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will visit Rutgers on March 29 for a conversation hosted by the Rutgers Eagleton Institute of Politics, according to an email announcement from Chancellor Debasish Dutta on Friday. Mar 3 2018

RUSA votes on this semester's charity eligible to receive meal swipe donations

Yesterday’s Rutgers University Student Assembly (RUSA) meeting selected what student organization will run Meal Swipe for Charity this semester. The winner — The Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund (PCRF). Mar 2 2018

Students protest throughout New Brunswick in fight for $15 minimum wages at Rutgers

The chants of student protesters echoed down College Avenue, throughout Downtown New Brunswick and in front of Old Queens — the location of University President Robert L. Barchi’s office — in a fight for higher-worker minimum wages. Feb 23 2018

Rutgers library archive debuts the life and times of Frank Lautenberg

Yesterday, Alexander Library launched an exhibit that honored the life and work of late Sen. Frank Lautenberg (D-N.J.), a renowned public advocate, environmentalist, World War II veteran and New Jersey’s longest-serving senator. Feb 22 2018

Barchi recaps current affairs, student safety at Rutgers

Current disaster protocols, environmentally friendly initiatives of the University's 2030 plan and the future of vetting professionals with a history of sexual misconduct are but a few of the topics Rutgers President Robert L. Barchi spoke on with members of The Daily Targum’s board yesterday. Feb 21 2018

Student petition disinvites members of ICE from Rutgers—Newark career fair

RU Dreamers has started a petition to disinvite the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency (ICE) from the Government and Public Service Career Fair at Rutgers—Newark, and said that it challenges the values of the Rutgers community. Feb 19 2018

New Brunswick police officer involved in brawl suspended without pay

A New Brunswick police officer has been suspended without pay after his involvement in a bar fight on Easton Avenue, according to New Brunswick Today. Anthony Jones was off-duty when he got involved in a four-man brawl on Jan. 21 at Golden Rail Tavern, a popular bar for Rutgers students. Feb 19 2018

Senate fails to pass immigration bill that affects hundreds of DREAMers at Rutgers

After two government shutdowns and months of back and forth negotiation, the Senate failed to pass the highly anticipated immigration bill on Thursday — jeopardizing the legal status of thousands of undocumented immigrants.Feb 16 2018

Rutgers students can access design training and hundreds more free courses online

In a highly competitive job market, the School of Arts and Sciences provides its undergraduates with free access to a website called Lynda — an online resource that teaches students supplementary computer skills. The Lynda website is an online platform where specialized professionals and industry experts teach users the skills, software and essentials of a particular field. Feb 15 2018

Modern singles reinvent Valentine's Day with apps like Tinder

The elusive task of finding that special someone for Valentine's Day now has an app. Modern day singles now utilize Tinder and services like it for easily accessible romance. Tinder usage in the United States is at its peak on Valentine’s Day, according to an article in Vanity Fair. The company reported in 2015, that beginning Feb. 6, there was a steady increase in usage of the app that resulted in a 15-percent increase on Valentine’s Day.Feb 15 2018

Rutgers builds on plan to renovate athletic facilities

Over the next few decades, Rutgers will unfold $100 million in new and improved facilities for its athletes. In 2016, the Athletics Department announced the launch of “R Big Ten Build,” a campaign to raise funds for new and improved facilities that would put the University on par with other Big Ten schools. Feb 14 2018

New Brunswick police officer charged with assault after 4 man brawl

A New Brunswick police officer has been charged with aggravated assault after engaging in a fight with four other men at Golden Rail Tavern on Easton Avenue, according to NJ Advance Media. Feb 9 2018

Rutgers-Newark and Camden announce 2018 commencement speakers

Queen Latifah and Anita Hill will be the 2018 commencement speakers for Rutgers—Newark and Rutgers—Camden respectively, according to Rutgers spokesperson, Dory Devlin. The speaker for the New Brunswick campus has yet to be chosen. Feb 8 2018

Rutgers does not oversee its Snapchat story

The Rutgers Snapchat Campus Story, contrary to popular belief, is not filtered by, or affiliated with the University.Feb 6 2018

ICE raid targets Indonesian immigrants in Highland Park

Three undocumented Christian Indonesians are seeking sanctuary in the Reformed Church of Highland Park after President Donald J. Trump’s crackdown on the deportation of illegal immigrants. One of these men has not stepped outside the church walls in four months, according to NJ Advance MediaFeb 5 2018

Police departments up reinforcements for Super Bowl Sunday

This Sunday, as thousands of football fans across the nation celebrate the highly anticipated Eagles versus Patriots face-off, police officers are on high alert to ensure the safety of New Brunswick residents. There is a 41 percent increase in motor-vehicle collisions in the hours following the Super Bowl, according to the Global Road Safety Partnership. Feb 2 2018

Rutgers professor encourages scientific approach to NJ drug crisis

Rutgers professor encourages scientific approach to NJ drug crisis

Rutgers graduates more likely to find employment after graduation, here's why

The United States unemployment rate is at 4.1 percent — an all time low, according to The U.S. Department of Labor. Jan 31 2018

Banners found across Rutgers call for worker wage increases

On Monday, five banners advocating for an increase in University worker minimum wages were posted across campus. Jan 30 2018

Rutgers plays Titans in blind softball

The Rutgers softball team played its game Monday morning blind. Jan 29 2018

Rutgers summer trip takes 2 students to Antarctica

As part of an initiative to study climate change, the University hosts a summer trip to Antarctica for students interested in researching conditions at the southernmost continent. Jan 23 2018

English class revives Shakespeare with interactive learning

The University's Department of English resurrects Shakespeare and other works through lectures that show students how 16th-century literature applies in the 21st century.Jan 22 2018

Chancellor Dutta shows strong opposition of DACA repeal in University-wide email

On Tuesday evening, Chancellor Debasish Dutta sent out an email to all students discussing Rutgers’ policy on the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) act. Jan 17 2018

Pipe burst at Hickman Hall floods multiple offices

This weekend a pipe burst at Hickman Hall on Douglass campus, flooding multiple offices at the University.Jan 10 2018

Anti-immigration graffiti found on Busch

On Thursday, graffiti that read, “No immigrants aliens” and “Dear Mr. T: Build the Wall! Now.” was found outside the Interfaith Mediation/Prayer Room on Busch campus.Dec 25 2017

Rutgers receives $1.3 million endorsement for drug apprenticeship program

Yesterday Gov. Chris Christie, alongside University President Robert L. Barchi, announced that Rutgers will receive $1.3 million in state funding to introduce the nation’s first ever apprenticeship program for Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors. Dec 13 2017

Barchi raises minimum wage for student workers to $11 per hour

On Monday afternoon, University President Robert L. Barchi announced a 30 percent increase in the minimum wage for students working in all facets of the University, from recreation and dining services to the libraries. Dec 12 2017

Rutgers program has helped 1,800 1st generation students attend college

Rutgers organizations raise over $1,200 for refugee children in the Middle East

Out of the 21.3 million refugees fleeing war zones or prosecution across the globe, approximately half are children.Nov 8 2017

Historic house on Cook allows students to exchange labor for lower rent

With tuition and living cost expenses increasing every year, many students struggle to make ends meet. According to the Rutgers housing website, on-campus living can soar as high as over $13,000 for a year.Oct 31 2017

Looking to de-stress during midterm season? Rutgers has you covered

This midterm season, organizations around Rutgers University are hosting events and giving out tips to help students de-stress during exams. The Counseling, Alcohol and Other Drug Assistance Program and Psychiatric Services (CAPS), has a page on their website dedicated to tips on how to prepare for exams and cope with academic pressure.Oct 24 2017

Rutgers Habitat for Humanity club spends 24-hours building low-income housing for community

Rutgers Salsa Club turns their annual fall social into a benefit for Puerto Rico

The Rutgers Salsa Club fundraised for hurricane relief efforts in Puerto Rico in the way they know best — through dance. Last Wednesday, the club hosted “Hope After Maria," a block party that featured a night filled with dancing from 7 to 11 p.m.Oct 10 2017

Paul Robeson Center holds leadership conference for 1st generation Rutgers students

Paul Robeson, from the Class of 1919, is one of Rutgers’ most distinguished alumni. In his honor, the Paul Robeson Leadership Institute (PRLI) and the Paul Robeson Cultural Center (PRCC) were founded at Rutgers University to honor his fight to achieve equality for marginalized groups in the country and all around the world. The PRLI is a program Rutgers introduced last year that molds first-year, first-generation college students into leaders in their community.Sep 28 2017