April 2016
The following events took place during Rutgers' 250th Anniversary commemoration held November 10, 2015, through November 10, 2016. Watch the documentary that chronicles the yearlong celebration at 250.rutgers.edu/250documentary.
Reimagining the Child: Next Steps in the Study of Childhood(s)
Join the Rutgers University–Camden Childhood Studies Graduate Student Organization for a two-day conference that will bring together graduate students and scholars whose work represents a contribution to expanding academic understandings of and lessons to children and childhood. The keynote panel speakers include Madeline Fox, assistant professor of children and youth studies at Brooklyn College, and Jens Peter de Pedro, creative director and game designer of children's media. | Location: Camden Campus Center, 326 Penn Street, Camden, NJ.
Learn more and RSVPElmwood Cemetery Walking Tour
Discover the rich history of Rutgers and join us for a one-hour walking tour through the beautiful grounds of Elmwood Cemetery. Explore the histories and contributions of notable members, such as David Murray, George H. Cook, and William H. Campbell, who helped shape Rutgers. | Location: Elmwood Cemetery, 350 Commercial Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ. This event is open to the public, but reservation and an admission fee are required.
Learn more and RSVPRutgers–Newark Community Engagement Day
Calling all volunteers for a day of community service throughout the city of Newark. The Rutgers Community Engagement Day, hosted by Rutgers University–Newark Office of Student Life, is a celebration of our continued partnership with local agencies who do dynamic work in the surrounding Newark community. Join us and work side by side with community members at several locations, including the Newark Public Library, Branch Brook Park, Court Street Urban Farm, and many more. | For more details and locations, contact msramos@rutgers.edu.
144th Annual Rutgers Glee Club Concert
The Rutgers University Glee Club traces its roots back to 1872 and has been among the nation’s premier collegiate choirs. Enjoy an evening of tradition at the 144th Annual Glee Club Concert. | Location: Nicholas Music Center, 85 George Street, New Brunswick, NJ.
Learn moreCelebration of Graduate Research and Creative Activities
Join us for the first annual Celebration of Graduate Research and Creative Activities as part of the new Rutgers University–Camden Faculty of Arts and Sciences Research Week. Graduate students across all disciplines will present their independent research and creative pursuits. This event is free and open to the public. | Location: Camden Campus Center, 326 Penn Street, Camden, NJ.
Learn more9th Annual LIBOR Finance Summit
Join the Little Investment Bankers of Rutgers (LIBOR) and the Rutgers Finance Alumni Network (FAN) at the 9th Annual LIBOR Finance Summit as we honor keynote speaker Ben Sopranzetti, associate professor of finance and economics at Rutgers Business School, for his 10 years of service as an advisor to LIBOR. Rutgers alumnus Gary Chropuvka, managing director at Goldman Sachs, will moderate a panel discussion on "Technology and the Future of Wall Street." Our Rutgers alumni panelists include:
- Edward Brandman, chief information officer at Kohlber Kravis Roberts & Co.
- Brian Fagan, managing director at Deutche Bank Securities
- Peter Zangari, managing director and head of analytics at MSCI
Location: Citi Global Headquarters, 388 Greenwich Street, New York, NY. Event is free for students, but space is limited. For more details, contact rulibor@gmail.com.
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Celebration of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity
Join the celebration of undergraduate research and creative activity that will spotlight the accomplishments of students in the Rutgers University–Camden College of Arts and Sciences and University College. Hosted by the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, this event is free and open to the public. | Location: Camden Campus Center, 326 Penn Street, Camden, NJ.
Learn moreMaramorosch Lecture to Feature USDA Official Sonny Ramaswamy
Sonny Ramaswamy, director of the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, will present the Maramorosch Lecture, sponsored by the Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences. | Location: Marine Sciences Building, Alampi Room, 71 Dudley Road, G.H. Cook Campus, New Brunswick, NJ.
World's Fair for Cultural and Ethnic Diversity
Join us for the premier spring season event, the annual World's Fair, hosted by Rutgers University–Newark Office of Student Life. Organized by student organizations and departments, the university community is invited to enjoy free educational and social activities designed to increase awareness and appreciation for cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity from around the world. | Location: Norman Samuels Plaza, Newark, NJ. For questions, please contact msramos@rutgers.edu.
Learn moreWhose City Is It? A Newark Forum on Historic Preservation
Join us for a daylong exploration of historic and neighborhood preservation. Panelists include local and national experts in historic preservation who will discuss how Newark’s social life and history is manifest in its built environment.
Sponsors: Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Rutgers University–Newark; Department of Arts, Culture, and Media; Clement A. Price Institute on Ethnicity, Culture, and the Modern Experience; New Jersey Council for the Humanities; Joseph C. Cornwall Center for Metropolitan Studies; New Jersey Institute of Technology. Event is free and open to the public. Lunch will be provided. | Location: 15 Washington Street, Newark, NJ.
