A Mayor’s Focus on Community Growth
Dunellen, New Jersey, has been led by Mayor Jason F. Cilento since January 1, 2020, but his journey into public service began long before. A Rutgers-Camden Public Administration (EMPA) alumnus, Cilento made history at just 20 years old by joining the Borough Council. Today, his leadership is focused on driving economic development, addressing infrastructure needs, and fostering… continue reading
Dr. Gabrielle Rossi receives a Chancellor’s Award for Community Engagement
Dr. Rossi was awarded this year’s Chancellor’s Award for Academic Civic Engagement for her work strengthening connections between the urban studies department and the greater Camden community through integrated engaged civic learning. Her students have spent the year learning from the city’s changemakers, engaging in externships, and writing grants to elevate the work of nonprofit organizations.
Building Bridges of Support
What drives someone to create programs that uplift entire communities and inspire lasting change? The Rutgers-Camden Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) program equips leaders with the skills to make an enduring impact, blending strategic thinking with a deep commitment to public service. Mi Kyung Jasmine Je, President and Executive Director of the Asian Women’s Christian Association… continue reading
Empowering Families, Educating Youth, Building Partnerships
Two decades ago, Jigna Rao arrived in New Jersey as a newlywed, leaving behind her lifelong home in South India. Today, her journey stands as a testament to resilience, vision, and impact. Now the CEO of Millhill Child and Family Development, Rao has dedicated her life to empowering communities and transforming lives. Read on to… continue reading
Ph.D. Alum Prentiss Dantzler has been awarded the Jane Addams Best Article Award
Rutgers–Camden Public Affairs Alum Prentiss Dantzler, Ph.D. (now a Sociology Professor at the University of Toronto) has been awarded the 2023 Jane Addams Best Article Award by the Community and Urban Sociology section of the American Sociological Association. His award-winning article is titled “The Urban Process Under Racial Capitalism: Race, Anti-Blackness, and Capital Accumulation” published… continue reading