| Written by Grace M. | Hello! We’re a little more than halfway through the summer. If you’re looking for something to do, you could grab a good book, sit outside, and get reading. Also, reading is a way to wind down during the semester. I’ve provided a list below of some “must-read” books if […]
My Journey to Rutgers–Camden!
| Written by Manush K. | Everybody has a different story to tell when it comes to why and how they chose Rutgers–Camden as the school to commit to. My story is different than a lot of students. I’m an international student, originally from Ahmedabad, India. To add a little context to my story, it […]
Maintaining Your Mental Health in College
| Written by Shannon M. | College, for anyone, is a big adjustment in life. It a big and new experience, and one of the most important times in your life. With that being said, the levels of advancement and demanding requirements can really take a toll on the people, and lack of time causes […]
Alumni Stories: Watu Moja
| Written by Rutgers–Camden Alumni Reet Taylor and Ayinde Merril and Editor in Chief Breanna R. | When you hear the word “unity,” what comes to mind? For a group of local graduates—two of which are Rutgers–Camden alumni—unity is a vision that extends across the globe. Reet Taylor (Rutgers–Camden, 2018), Ayinde Merril (Rutgers–Camden, 2018) Camile […]
Getting Involved and Joining On-Campus Clubs
| Written by Manush K. | https://admissions.camden.rutgers.edu/campus-life/activities If there’s one thing a lot of students on this campus will readily agree to, it’s that it’s very easy to get involved in clubs and organizations on campus. All it takes is the simple effort of showing up to a general body meeting of a club you […]
Before You Spend a Fortune on Textbooks, Try This!
| Written by Manush K. | Going to college is not cheap in the first place and the financial burden of buying books for classes just adds fuel to the fire. Books and supplies for classes can range from being very inexpensive to being very expensive for people of different majors and of different levels. […]
10 College Snack Must-Haves
| Written by Arianna F. | Whether you live on campus or commute, here are ten of my favorite easy, grab-and-go snacks! 1. Chex Mix 2. Rice Krispies Treats 3. GoGo Squeez 4. Variety Chip Pack 5. Pop Tarts 6. Pringles 7. Hot Pockets/Bagel Bites 8. Easy Mac 9. Cheez It 10. Belvita
Why You Should Become a Raptor Ambassador
Shy, little freshman-me was terrified to be at college. Despite being scared, I knew I wanted to push myself to come out of my shell and gain new skills and experiences. After all, isn’t that what college is for? As a part of this, I decided to sign up for the Raptor Ambassador Program. After […]
Surviving the Lows to Really Enjoy the Highs
| Written by Alexis K. | Up until the spring semester of my junior year, I considered my life perfect. My family was supportive, I had an amazing circle of friends, a great relationship, and I was maintaining my grades and managing my classes with ease. My very first week back to school after winter […]