Saturday, June 06, 2026, 1:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. | Nicholas Music Center , Address 85 George Street New Brunswick, NJ 08901 United States
Advancing Academic Excellence at Rutgers
Two Pioneering Rutgers Researchers Elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Congratulations to Professors Deborah Gray White and Camilla Townsend on their election to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, recognizing their work advancing the study and teaching of history.
Faculty Year-End Excellence Awards
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2025–2026 Faculty Year-End Excellence Awards. Selected by their colleagues, these honorees are recognized for exceptional contributions to teaching, research, and public service.
Rutgers–Camden Professor Named Guggenheim Poet-in-Residence
Rutgers–Camden professor Patrick Rosal has been named the 2026 Poet-in-Residence at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. He will lead poetry and community-focused programs inspired by his project The Water Listeners.
Congratulations to the Eight Researchers Named Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Rutgers faculty are among nearly 500 AAAS fellows, representing 24 disciplines, from health and life sciences to engineering, stats, technology, and science communication. Their work advances research, treatment, and understanding of major health challenges, making a real impact and reinforcing Rutgers’ role as a leader in science.
Upcoming Events
Monday, June 22, 2026, 9:00 a.m.-Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 5:00 p.m.
University Academic Affairs Launches Digital Accessibility Badge Series
This four-course Digital Accessibility Badge Series builds practical skills in creating inclusive, accessible digital content. Faculty, staff, and students can earn a microcredential while learning to apply accessibility best practices using tools like Word, PDFs, Canvas, and Kaltura to support ADA Title II compliance.
Rutgers–Camden Unveils Transformative AI Campus Initiative
Rutgers University–Camden joins the National AI Campus network, launching interdisciplinary cohorts and AI Conversations to advance AI literacy, ethical innovation, and workforce development—positioning South Jersey as a leader in collaborative, real-world artificial intelligence education and research. The initiative connects students, faculty, and industry partners to explore emerging technologies, solve real-world challenges, and build an inclusive, future-ready AI ecosystem.
Congratulations to the 2026-27 Cheryl Wall Faculty Fellowship Recipients
We are proud to announce the recipients of the 2026–27 Cheryl Wall Faculty Fellowships. Awarded in the form of a course release, these fellowships recognize outstanding full-time faculty for excellence in curricular redesign, service, scholarship and research, and leadership in innovation.
The fellowship honors the legacy of Dr. Cheryl Wall, whose career was dedicated to strengthening Rutgers University and advancing its mission to serve the people of New Jersey.
Rutgers-New Brunswick Named Top Producer of Fulbright Recipients for 2025-2026
Eleven Rutgers students earned prestigious Fulbright grants this year, cementing the university’s status as a global leader in international educational exchange.
Academic Affairs by the Numbers
71,000+
Undergraduate and graduate students
29
Schools and colleges
300
Research centers and institutes statewide
Showcasing Excellence
Throughout New Jersey, Rutgers students and faculty make an impact every day.
