As a student at J.P. Stevens High School in Edison, NJ, Marisa Shinal was interested in the biological sciences. She enrolled as a biology major at Rutgers School of Arts and Sciences, but midway through her studies, she found herself at a crossroads and recognized the need to change majors. Ultimately, she found her passion […]
2022 Graduate Research in Interdisciplinary Biosciences Conference: Annual Conference Expands Its Reach
Former Nutrition, Endocrinology, and Food Science (NEFS) Graduate Student Conference incorporates Kinesiology & Applied Physiology graduate program into annual event The Graduate Research in Interdisciplinary Biosciences (GRIB) Conference is an annual research conference planned and executed by a collaborative team of graduate students from multiple life science graduate programs centered on the Rutgers-New Brunswick Cook/Douglass […]
Senior Story: Nolan Fehon (SEBS’22), Leaving a Legacy of Climate Activism
Throughout his time as a student at Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences (SEBS), Nolan Fehon has made sustainability, climate change and environmental activism his passion and mission. Fehon has been a member of Students for Environmental Awareness (SEA) for four years, serving as secretary for one year and as president for the past […]
From Immigrant, First Generation Student to Wall Street: Alum Luis Gasca (SEBS ’21)
Catching Up, Moving Ahead, and Giving Back At the age of seven, when Luis Gasca immigrated with his mother and sister to the U.S. from Colombia, he only spoke Spanish. Gasca was enrolled in an English-speaking school in his new hometown of Trenton, NJ, to acclimate to the new language and catch up with his […]
In Memoriam: James D. Macmillan, Professor Emeritus of Microbiology
James (Jim) David Macmillan, 91, professor emeritus of Rutgers University died peacefully on April 5, 2022 at his home in Manchester, NJ. Macmillan served on the Rutgers faculty for over 30 years, leaving a lasting impact on the field of microbiology and on the students and faculty with whom he worked alongside. He was born […]
Rutgers Equine Science Center’s 2022 Horse Management Seminar Recordings Go Live
Rutgers University’s Equine Science Center is happy to announce the recordings of the 2022 Horse Management Seminar are now live! The series, which was held on February 8th, 15th, and 22nd was a large success due in part to it being held virtually for the second year in a row. “Being able to invite […]
Celebrate Lawn and Garden Month with Resources from Rutgers Cooperative Extension
National Lawn and Garden Month is celebrated each year in April. For many of us spring means lawn care and planting time, but the month also provides an opportunity to explore checklists, resources, and lawn and garden tips. Check out some of Rutgers Cooperative Extension (RCE) Home, Lawn, and Garden online resources, and a library of gardening fact […]
NJDEP Engages Rutgers in Updating the New Jersey Water Supply Plan
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection has contracted with Rutgers for assistance with updating the 2017-2022 New Jersey Water Supply Plan to reflect current conditions and water challenges. The principal investigator is Daniel Van Abs, professor of professional practice in the Department of Human Ecology. The plan will focus on ensuring that future […]
Doctoral Student Lara Brindisi Featured in ASHS Graduate Student Spotlight
The American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) promotes national and international interest in scientific research and education in all branches of horticulture. Comprised of thousands of members worldwide, ASHS represents a broad cross-section of the horticultural community – scientists, educators, students, landscape and turf managers, government, extension agents and industry professionals. Its members focus on […]
The Legacy of Campbell Soup’s Tomato Breeding Program
How the canned food company helped the Garden State become synonymous with luscious red tomatoes. Reprinted with permission from Modern Farmer. By Jeff Quattrone What comes to mind when you think of Campbell Soup? You might picture cans of tomato soup or perhaps an iconic Andy Warhol print of them. You probably don’t think much […]
