Rutgers-Camden Graduate School

: Meet Dr. Ryan Bunch, Childhood Studies Alum!

In the Winter 2023-2024 edition of the Rutgers University-Camden Magazine, Dr. Ryan Bunch shares how "The Wizard of Oz" shaped his life and work. Growing up in rural Louisiana, Oz's magical world inspired him to embrace his creativity and find belonging. Now, as the president of the International Wizard of Oz Club and author of Oz and the Musical: Performing the American Fairy Tale, Ryan continues to explore children's culture and popular entertainment. Dr. Bunch is .

Discover more about the Childhood Studies program: https://buff.ly/4cVBbOv
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🍂 As we prepare for fall, let's highlight some campus spots that inspire innovation and discovery. Today, we explore the Science Building.

🔬 What's Inside the Science Building:

Equipped with specialized instrumentation for cytological, physiological, molecular, ecological, and environmental analyses, the Science Building is a hub of scientific research and education. It houses a lecture hall and several labs that support various graduate programs.

📚 Graduate Programs:

The Science Building supports several graduate programs, fostering a community of advanced research and study in areas such as Chemistry and Forensic Science.

Find out more on the Virtual Tour. https://buff.ly/4dbTXRY
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Today marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a pivotal moment in the fight for civil rights and equality. This landmark legislation has paved the way for greater accessibility and opportunities.

🍂 To get ready for fall, we referenced the fantastic new virtual tour with content generated by students. Here are some things we learned about our sister school, the Rutgers School of Nursing—Camden

📍 The Nursing and Science Building, located at Fifth and Federal Streets just steps from PATCO, is a 100,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility serving over 1,000 nursing and science students.

🎥 The first floor features a lecture hall with advanced projector screens that can connect to other Rutgers campuses for live-streamed lectures. It also includes great study and meeting spaces for the Rutgers-Camden community.

🏢 The second and third floors house the Fundamentals Lab and Health Assessment Lab, simulating doctor's office and hospital settings.

🩺 The fourth floor contains simulation labs with lifelike mannequins for realistic practice.

🔬 This building also connects Rutgers–Camden with Cooper University Hospital, the Coriell Institute for Medical Research, and the Cooper Medical School at Rowan University, cementing Camden as a center for cutting-edge science and health research.

Virtual Tour: https://buff.ly/4dbTXRY
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Creative Writing MFA alum Nina St. Pierre’s debut memoir, Love Is a Burning Thing, is out now! It’s already making waves, featured as one of Bustle’s “Most Anticipated Books” of Spring 2024, Esquire’s “Best Memoirs of 2024,” and highlighted on the Los Angeles Times and Alta Online’s “Most Anticipated” lists.

Love Is a Burning Thing takes readers on a captivating journey through a daughter’s exploration of her mother’s unpredictable and divine-seeking life, marked by two significant fires.

Celebrate this exciting release with us!

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Learn more about the Creative Writing MFA: https://buff.ly/3V5YvSE

📅 Wayback Wednesday: Celebrating MAT-Spanish Alumni and Lifelong Learning!

Celebrate the impact of the Master of Arts in Teaching Spanish program at Rutgers-Camden, where dedicated educators like Nidza Bruno continue to evolve and excel. Published originally in 2018, Bruno’s story highlights the program’s role in helping teachers stay current with new technologies and teaching approaches.

Nidza Bruno, who graduated in May 2017, shared her experience:
"A university like Rutgers-Camden has that feeling that no matter where you are the students are alive. I am very connected to this place; it’s magic."

Bruno’s lifelong passion for teaching and learning began in her early days in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, and continued in her role as a Spanish teacher at Dr. Charles E. Brimm Medical Arts High School in Camden. The MAT-Spanish program empowered her to adapt new teaching styles, such as using multimedia tools and group chat apps, making her an exceptional educator.

For the full story: https://buff.ly/3xN1Nm0
Learn more about the MAT-Spanish program: https://buff.ly/3Yki8td

As we count down the days to fall, let's highlight some areas around campus that foster thoughts, wisdom, and creativity.

Armitage Hall, one of our primary classroom buildings, was named after Arthur E. Armitage, who founded the campus as the South Jersey Law School in 1926. Armitage Hall is home to the Rutgers–Camden Learning Center and the Office of Disability Services, providing extensive resources to help students succeed. Armitage Hall also features the One Stop Student Service Center, where you can get assistance with financial aid, student accounting, and registrar questions, along with Parking/Cashiering services.

Virtual tour: https://visitour.io/rutgers-university-camden
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📣 Attention Rutgers-Camden Student Community: Campus Philly CollegeFest is Back!

This is an amazing event for students from around the region. Mark your calendars for a weekend filled with fun, free admission to 25+ museums and historical sites, and a Block Party you won't want to miss.

📅 When: September 14 & 15, 2024
📍 Block Party: Saturday, September 14, 10am-3pm
🔗 https://buff.ly/3LAY3av

Get ready for local vendors, live music, awesome swag, and more! Don't just mark your calendar, register now to secure your spot. Stay tuned for additional activations and exclusive transportation deals.

📸 Check This Out: On Exhibit at Robeson Library! 🎨 Celebrating 10 Years of Jersey Collective

Marking its 10th anniversary, Jersey Collective is a creative celebration of the Garden State, curated by Rutgers alum Kerri Sullivan, along with Robeson Librarians Bart Everts and John Powell. This exhibit showcases the evolution of the project, from Instagram to art shows, games, and books.

Mark your calendar for a Jersey Collective-themed game night and author talk by Sullivan this fall!

🔗 Read the full story: https://buff.ly/3YcZraM

Rutgers-Camden in the News: From the Philadelphia Inquirer - Nearly 500 souls were removed from Philly’s old First Baptist Church burial ground seven years ago. When will they be reburied?

Kimberlee Sue Moran, professor in the Forensic Science program, whose team has been analyzing the remains since 2017, says the 18th-century church cemetery may prove to be one of the first to be truly integrated.

Read the full story in The Philadelphia Inquirer: https://buff.ly/4daF82a

Learn more about the Forensic Science Program: https://buff.ly/45ULXT6

Getting ready to dive into another exciting semester in the classroom, the lab, and beyond! 🧪📚 Preparing to explore, learn, and achieve great things. Let's make this semester unforgettable!

Apply to Work with Growing Great Writers! The Writers House is hiring part-time Club Facilitators for the fall semester to lead creative writing sessions for 3rd-8th graders. 🌟

Apply by July 31, 2024: https://buff.ly/3Wdl87U
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📢 Just Released: The Summer 2024 Edition of Rutgers University–Camden Magazine! Produced by the Rutgers-Camden Communications Team. Explore now: https://buff.ly/4bRKwpA

📣 Important Message from the Office of Scholar Development and Fellowship Advising (OSDFA)!

Attention continuing grad students and recent master’s graduates! This is your last call to fill out OSDFA's 'Intent to Apply to Fulbright' form!

This form shows your interest in the Fulbright US Student Program for 2025-2026. Submitting it gives you access to OSDFA's Guide to Fellowships Canvas course with resources and connects you with other Rutgers-Camden applicants. Don't miss out – submit today!

: Reflecting on the impactful research and insights of Dr. Dan Semenza, then an associate professor of criminal justice at Rutgers University–Camden. His dedication to understanding and addressing gun violence has made him a crucial voice in the conversation.

Read more about his work in the Spring 2023 edition of Rutgers-Camden Magazine: https://buff.ly/3W7VMs9

Discover the Criminal Justice MA program: https://buff.ly/3WtHyn5

Today, Assistant Deans Erick Watt-Udogu and Danielle Askew, along with Public Administration (EMPA) alumna Siatta Davis and our colleague from Newark, engaged with the NJ Department of Labor to discuss our graduate programs. This marks the third year we have attended this event, and it is always a summer highlight. 🌟 -Camden

Rutgers-Camden in the News: Camden’s Real Estate is Surging

Stephen Danley, director of Rutgers-Camden’s Center for Urban Research and Education (CURE) and former Graduate Program Director of the Public Affairs program, shared insights on Camden’s housing market in a recent NJ.com article. As housing prices rise, Danley emphasizes the critical need for affordable housing policies to support long-time residents.

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📅 Is it September yet? The first day of classes is Tuesday, September 3. Get ready for an exciting semester ahead.

Rutgers-Camden Research: Celebrating Innovation!

Congratulations to Dr. David Salas-de la Cruz, Graduate Program Director for the Chemistry & Molecular Technology (M.S.) program, on achieving his first patent with Rutgers-Camden!

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We can't wait until orientation to welcome you! Here are the links to get started:

🔗 New Employees: https://buff.ly/4cDRI9F
🔗 New Student: https://buff.ly/4cIo0AF

Rutgers-Camden Research: Breakthrough in Forensic DNA Analysis!

Rutgers-Camden Forensic Science and Computer Science join forces to develop a novel solution unifying the evaluation of and cell-free DNA, demonstrating the power of single-cell analysis to address even the most complex of casework scenarios. Desmond S. Lun, Chair of the Computer Science Department, and Catherine M. Grgicak, Graduate Program Director for the Forensic Science Graduate Program, led this innovative research.

Learn More:

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💻 Computer Science MS Program https://buff.ly/4bmIcqE
🧬 Forensic Science MS Program https://buff.ly/45ULXT6

This collaboration showcases Rutgers-Camden's innovation and scientific excellence.

📣 Flashback Friday: Dr. Nathaniel Wright's Insights in the Spring 2023 Digital Magazine!

Dr. Nathaniel Wright, an associate professor in our Public Administration MPA and US News Ranked Public Affairs PhD and MS programs, was featured in the Spring 2023 Digital Magazine of Rutgers-Camden. In the article, Dr. Wright discussed the significant shift in corporate social responsibility (CSR), exemplified by Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard's decision to donate all future profits to fight climate change.

“Corporations have done a lot of self-reflection in terms of how they should be addressing social issues. They understand that this is what their consumer is looking for,” said Dr. Wright.

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Public Affairs PhD and MS: https://buff.ly/3zk59NQ

Classes start in less than two months. We can't wait!
Rutgers Smart. Camden Strong.