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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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We are proud to share that Rutgers–New Brunswick is now ranked as a Top 15 public school in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
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In his upcoming book, Rutgers' @eliehonig , a former NJ and federal prosecutor, makes the case that Bill Barr turned the U.S. Department of Justice into a private law firm that shielded one client – the president of the United States.
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Today, April 9th, #Rutgers celebrates what would have been Paul Robeson's 121st birthday. This audio clip is from a stirring speech Robeson gave at the Marine Cooks & Stewards Union Convention in San Francisco on May 3, 1951. (🔉 Freedom Archives)
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Can you be-leaf it's the first day of fall already?! 🍂🎃🍁
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Rutgers–New Brunswick is again one of the #BestColleges in the U.S., according to @usnews . In addition to a #56 spot on the National Universities list, Rutgers ranks fourth among public #BigTen schools and 15th among public institutions in the AAU.| @bigten
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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The stats are in! #RutgersNB was ranked #19 among top public schools in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
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We are proud to call this state home. #NationalNewJerseyDay 🥯🍕❤️
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Rutgers senior & @RutgersMBB player, Myles Johnson, has used his newfound free time during the pandemic to create a non-profit organization that aims to provide scholarships, information & networking opportunities for Black students interested in STEM.
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Celebrating our Jersey roots today and every day. ❤️ #NationalNewJerseyDay
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Today, we remember the 37 Rutgers University alumni and thousands of others who lost their lives on #September11th . We will #NeverForget . ❤️ #RFamily
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We are excited to officially welcome Jonathan Holloway to the #Rutgers family as the university's 21st president!
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The Rutgers saliva test for COVID-19 has been approved by the FDA for home and personal use. The first of its kind, this test is a game changer in the fight against the pandemic.
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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View can never get tired of this. 😍 📸
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Middlesex County's coronavirus testing site in Edison will be the first testing site to put into practice the FDA-approved saliva collection method developed by Rutgers' RUCDR Infinite Biologics.
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
5 years
We have a pretty good guess after tonight's @Jeopardy College Bound clue, what about you? 🤔 #ScarletPride
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Today we take a moment to reflect and remember the 37 Rutgers Alumni and thousands of others who lost their lives on September 11th. We will #NeverForget .
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@MarchMadnessMBB
NCAA March Madness
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WHAT A FEELING 🙌 @RutgersMBB gets its first Tournament win since 1983! #MarchMadness
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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There’s nothing like a view from The Banks. 📸
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Missing our gorgeous campus!
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Campus Views (but vertical this time)
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“Never let the journey of the next person define your successes or your failures.” - @McCourtyTwins #RUCommencement
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Today’s sky may not be blue, but there’s still good news! You can now access #WiFi on #Rutgers buses by joining “RutgersBus”! @Rutgers_IPO
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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After the coronavirus canceled Rutgers’ chance at an NCAA Tournament appearance, Ron Harper Jr. found himself watching ESPN’s documentary on Michael Jordan & the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls with his father, Ron Harper, who started every game that championship.
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The people of Rutgers University are still showing up in ways that matter, bringing innovation, inspiration and hope to our community, and to the world. See more of how Rutgers is making a difference at . #weRUnited
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
5 years
On The Banks. 🌇
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Rutgers has opened a new facility to better serve adults with autism spectrum disorder, making it possible to expand existing programs to address a growing need in NJ. The center is the first of its kind at a higher education institution in the U.S.
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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150 years ago, one noisy college town erupted in cheers as #Rutgers emerged victorious in the first-ever #collegefootball game. Walk through @RFootball ’s history of the sport at a special exhibit in the Alexander Library. #CFB150
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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May the memory of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg be a blessing, and may we all be inspired by her brilliant life and legacy.
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Rutgers ranks in the Top 100 Best Universities in the World Today, according to @Best_Schools . Sounds about right. 💯
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Rutgers is ranked as a Top Public University as well as a Best Value Public College.
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
6 years
We would like to welcome @NaomiAKlein to the Banks! As the inaugural Gloria Steinem Endowed Chair in Media, Culture and Feminist Studies, Klein will teach, conduct research and immerse students in debate and scholarship on a range of issues. Read more:
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Congratulations, #Classof2019 ! Keep making us proud! 🎉
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Have a nice light. 🌃⠀ 📸⠀
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Let's all just appreciate this scene for a moment (or a few moments). 🌈 📸
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Rutgers scholar Brittney Cooper ( @ProfessorCrunk ) is featured as an expert commentator in a new documentary about the life and legacy of Pauli Murray, a civil rights activist, attorney and clergy member.
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Coming out of the last final today like... 📸 @RUAthletics / @RutgersMBB
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Let’s go #Rutgers ! Who knows the answer to this question from tonight’s @Jeopardy ? 🤔
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Did you know the musical group Looking Glass was formed at Rutgers University–New Brunswick in 1969? Their song “Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl)” was a number one hit single in 1972 and remained on the chart for 16 weeks. #VinylRecordDay
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Jason McCourty and Devin McCourty ( @McCourtyTwins ) returned to the #Rutgers Stadium as alumni to speak at Sunday's #commencement . Read how they inspired the #Classof2019 and a crowd of more than 47,000.
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Happy first day of classes! While physical distance may separate us for the time being, remember that there is an entire New Brunswick campus community here to support you. We wish all our Scarlet Knights health and success in the semester ahead!
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Welcome back to campus, #ScarletKnights ! Today marks the start of the Spring semester.
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Since joining @GovMurphy 's communications team in 2019, alumna @megancoyne23 has played an instrumental role in growing @NJGov 's social media to national attention. In an interview with @RAANewBrunswick , she talks about how her time at Rutgers led her to where she is today.
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“It’s an honor to be here during the 100th anniversary of #PaulRobeson , someone who was not celebrated the way he should have been during the times he was living due to the way things were.” - Devin McCourty & Jason McCourty ( @McCourtyTwins ) #Robeson100
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Status Update: Due to anticipated escalation of protest activities and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of our students, exams and other academic activities scheduled to take place before noon today on the College Avenue campus have been postponed.
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On November 6, 1869, #Rutgers and #Princeton made history in the first official college football game. Now, to honor the 150th anniversary of #TheBirthplace , @RFootball is planning to reenact the victory. 🏈
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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In 2018, only a year after graduating from @RutgersCommInfo , Julie Tsirkin ( @JulieNBCNews ) became the youngest full-time producer at NBC. Today, she is a reporter and producer for NBC's Capitol Hill Unit. #WomensHistoryMonth
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Today, we take a moment to reflect and remember the 37 Rutgers Alumni and thousands of others who lost their lives on September 11th. We will #NeverForget .
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
5 years
A special appearance by @RUScarletKnight to congratulate Brian and Samantha on their special day! 💍💒⚔
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Snow-motion ☃️
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
6 years
Today’s the day! See you at University Commencement in just a few hours! #RU2018
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Plaza at Livingston
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Congratulations Class of 2018!! “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” -Eleanor Roosevelt
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Rutgers’ RUCDR Infinite Biologics has received emergency approval from the FDA for an at-home coronavirus test that will allow people to collect their own saliva and send it to a lab for results—all from the comfort of their own home.
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
6 years
A beautiful sunset last night - thank you for sharing your return to campus, @HarryCicma ! #ShowYourR
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Today, we take a moment to reflect and remember the 37 Rutgers Alumni and thousands of others who lost their lives on September 11th. We will #NeverForget .
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Take a look at the new 307,000-square-foot facility that @RUAthletics Director @PatHobbsRU says is going to be a "game-changer for our student-athletes in clinical care."
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Happy #FourthofJuly ! Here is a bit of #patriotic trivia for you: Did you know that in 1778, Piscataway’s first #IndependenceDay parade was led by General #GeorgeWashington himself? This plaque sits somewhere on Busch Campus, where do you think it is? 🇺🇸
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
4 years
In celebration of #WomensEqualityDay and the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, the Douglass Student Center joined a nationwide initiative to illuminate the night with purple and gold lights—a symbol of the suffrage movement. 💜💛
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Studies show that the Rutgers COVID-19 saliva test is more consistent and accurate over a longer period of time than the swab tests and yields fewer false negatives, reports @nytimes .
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
6 years
November is here! We’re red-y to see some more fall foliage on campus - orange you? Tag us from your favorite spots! 🍁⠀ 📸 ⠀
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
6 years
The success of our alumni, the affordability of our school, and the quality of a Rutgers–New Brunswick education were just a few of the points considered to put us in the top 9% of colleges in America. Read the full report:
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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We are pleased to introduce the new Digital Learning Commons, located in Alexander Library on the College Avenue campus! The facility, now open to students, features diverse and flexible spaces with state-of-the-art research library resources and technology tools.
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Even the Big City shows off its scarlet from time to time. 🏙🛡⚔️ 📸 @Apply2Rutgers | #NewYorkCity #EmpireStateBuilding | #NYC
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Did you know that the largest interior #livingwall in #NewJersey is right here on Cook? Learn all about it through #HiddenRutgers - our new series highlighting those lesser-known gems throughout campus. 🌿
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
6 years
Did you know that #OnThisDay in 1825, the Queen’s College Board of Trustees approved changing the college’s name to #Rutgers College in honor of #RevolutionaryWar hero Colonel Henry Rutgers? Later, Rutgers would donate the bell that sits atop Old Queens and a $5,000 bond.
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Through the @BigTenAcademic Online Course Sharing Program, our undergraduate students can take one online course per semester this year from another participating Big Ten school—with all tuition and fees waived. Read the message from Chancellor Molloy:
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Congratulations to @RutgersWBB who are back in this year's #NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2015! #GoRU 🏀
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Happy #FirstDayofSpring ! Where's your favorite place to be when the trees start to bloom? 📸 @rutgersalumni
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It’s been one year since the first COVID case in NJ was reported. We now know that we can take on the toughest of challenges. Together, we support, care for and serve our local and global communities. Together, #WeRUnited .
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"While we may be separated from Minnesota geographically, this incident of violence touches us all and underscores the fundamental importance of the Rutgers’ vision for a world where we are all treated fairly and justly." Read the Chancellor's message:
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Extra, extra, read all about it! 📷📢: Rutgers was commended for its focus on affordability and accessibility by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and has been reaccredited for another nine years.
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Who is @RutgersSAS ? This question would have earned you $1,600 on tonight's @Jeopardy !
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Ready to say goodknight to the decade. 🎉 📹 @RUScarletKnight #NewYearsEve
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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ICYMI: @RFootball defeated Temple 61-14 at SHI Stadium in their season opener Saturday, a decisive victory that not only showcased the team’s growth but reunited the Rutgers community at a public event on campus for the first time in 18 months. #weRback
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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"We are excited to announce the establishment of the Center for COVID-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness to address SARS CoV-2, the causative pathogen of COVID-19, and other emerging pathogen threats." Read the announcement from Chancellor Molloy:
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Amid the unprecedented challenges of 2020, we want to give a heartfelt THANKS to Rutgers students, faculty, and staff for staying strong and coming together to make a difference and support our community in big ways and small.
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As we kick off Access Week, Chancellor-Provost Conway introduces the Scarlet Guarantee, an exciting new program that significantly expands financial support for qualified limited-income students—including free tuition for some.
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Rutgers–New Brunswick has announced it will be delivering remote education for the fall semester, with limited and select on-campus courses. Visit for FAQs, resources, and more information about the upcoming fall semester.
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In such uncertain times, staying in-state for college is a particularly smart option because it provides easier access to the safety and security of home and family. Luckily for NJ residents, our state has always been a great place for higher education.
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In case you missed it, the Paul Robeson Plaza Groundbreaking took place today on College Ave! Dig into details about Robeson’s life and the 100th anniversary of his graduation:
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The hard work and dedication of our Rutgers community have never been more profound or inspiring. While this semester was nothing like we could have imagined, we applaud you—our students, faculty, and staff—for your resilience and spirit.
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On Tuesday at 7:30 PM in the Busch Student Center, join #Rutgers as we kick off the Paul #Robeson100 celebration. The keynote address will be delivered by @opalayo - social activist and co-creator of the viral hashtag and movement, #BlackLivesMatter .
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The @McCourtyTwins are taking over! The former Rutgers athletes and current Super Bowl champs were guests at the 2019 #GRAMMYS where they rubbed elbows with former first lady Michelle Obama and Jada Pinkett Smith. #RutgersPride
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Was def star struck!
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RevolUtionary for 252 years - happy birthday, #Rutgers ! ❤️🎉🎂🛡⚔️
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In an interview with @rutgersalumni , Chisa Egbelu '16 shares stories about his time as a Rutgers student and how those experiences helped him create his own company, PeduL—a scholarship marketplace for growing diversity in underrepresented fields.
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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January marks 90 years of @SeeingEyeInc . Get to know our very own #Rutgers University #SeeingEye Puppy Raising Club, responsible for some of the hardest working, cutest, and most well-behaved #puppies around campus! Learn more:
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Goodknight. 🚃
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On Monday night, the university joined together in a vigil led by @RutgersHillel to honor and remember the victims of the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh.
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Today, #Rutgers and the City of New Brunswick honored the legacy of #PaulRobeson through the dedication of Paul Robeson Boulevard (formerly Commercial Avenue). Learn more about Robeson’s life and the #Robeson100 as it commemorates an incredible man:
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In a new @womenspowergap report, @RutgersU was identified as a national leader among higher education institutions for the representation of women in leadership roles, ranking 13th out of 130 universities.
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Upstream, Red Team! Red Team, upstream! 📸 @RutgersWRowing
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Today, we take a moment to reflect and remember the 37 Rutgers Alumni and thousands of others who lost their lives on September 11th. We will #NeverForget .
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Robert Walton, a chemist and #Rutgers graduate, never felt that he “served” his country. However, today he was honored for the work he and others did in 1942 to expand supplies of #penicillin , saving millions of lives. #PurpleHeartDay
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We're blessing your feed with some Rutgers pups for #NationalDogDay . 🐶💕
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Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of one of Rutgers’ beloved faculty members, Dr. Cheryl Wall, who brought her profound teaching excellence, mentorship, and guidance to Rutgers for nearly half a century. Read the message from Chancellor Molloy:
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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Scholar, athlete, actor, singer and global activist - these are the faces of #PaulRobeson . Six portraits, painted to celebrate Robeson's legacy during the #Robeson100 , will be on display at the @zimmerlimuseum until April 14th. Learn more:
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Congratulations to @ericaadunbar , Charles and Mary Beard Professor of History at Rutgers, for being one of two scholars to earn the prestigious 2018 Frederick Douglass Book Prize! #MondayMotivation
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Rutgers University–New Brunswick
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We’re out here at the Ribbon Cutting for the @NewBrunswickPAC , the new home of @georgestreet , @Crossroads1978 , @arballet and @MasonGross ! Visit our Instagram for more coverage and learn about the building here:
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