Rutgers Magazine

The Ideal of a Woman

Vermeer’s famous painting The Milkmaid comes to the Metropolitan Museum of Art for a rare appearance—thanks to Rutgers alumnus and curator Walter Liedtke.

The Opportunity of a Lifetime

The Rutgers Future Scholars program, a novel mentorship initiative in keeping with Rutgers’ mission to serve the state, identifies promising, at-risk seventh graders in Rutgers’ host communities and prepares them for the possibility of a tuition-free education at the university.

Instant Replay

Throughout the NFL season—Brian Leonard, the former star fullback for Rutgers who now plays for the Cincinnati Bengals—is providing weekly accounts of what it’s like to play with the big boys. Week Eight: Nov. 1—the Bye Week and a Chance to Give Back

ON THE BANKS: Show Her the Money

As the chair of the Congressional Oversight Panel and an advocate for regulation of predatory financial products, Elizabeth Warren keeps an eye out for consumers.

You Can Go Home Again

Douglas Greenberg RC’69 is the first executive dean of the new School of Arts and Sciences in New Brunswick. Returning to Rutgers after an illustrious career as a historian, academician, and top executive for leading nonprofit organizations, Greenberg intends to oversee an ambitious curriculum that prepares students for life in the 21st century.

THE ARTS: It’s Only Rock ’n’ Roll, but He Likes It

Matt Pinfield, a former deejay at WRSU, has had an illustrious radio career, most recently at WRXP, where his passion for music remains undiminished.

SCARLET SPORTS: A Man with a Plan

Tim Pernetti, Rutgers’ new athletic director, intends to use technology to disseminate sports among the university’s far-flung fan base while coupling scholarship with athletic excellence.

Immersed in Art

Alex Masket, son of Elaine Masket DC’75, has autism “and also a talent for art, which has given his life fulfillment, joy, and professional recognition” the sorts of aspirations that often elude other people. Plus: Rutgers presents a fall itinerary of events that delves into the notion of “neurodiversity.”

THE ARTS: The Heart of Darkness

An alumni husband and wife team to write a new history of the Bataan Death March.

INSIGHTS: The Bionic Ear

A Rutgers professor’s research is aimed at severe hearing impairment.

THE ARTS: The Drama of the Written Word

Well-known and emerging literary talents come to Rutgers to present readings of their art.

ON THE BANKS: Relieving Hunger Pangs

With the onset of the economic crisis last fall, Rutgers created Rutgers Against Hunger to provide food and assistance for state residents at risk.

THE ARTS: Atmospheric Conditions

Jim Bulger never imagined that his love for history would come to find vivid expression in two of his own establishments.

INSIGHTS: Baby Talk

Professor Janet Golden researches the history of babies in America.

ON THE BANKS: Red Hot for PINK

Victoria’s Secret’s new collegiate clothing line comes to Rutgers.

ON THE BANKS: HOW IT FEELS TO BE ... President Barack Obama

No one plays the role of President Barack Obama like Randall West.

INSIGHTS: Child Prodigy

Professor Ted Goertzel examines childhoods of famous people.

THE ARTS: Rutgers Idol

Who will be the next big star to come out of Rutgers? Only time will tell, but the incoming acting class at Mason Gross School of the Arts, reputed as one of the nation’s best, has already made it past stiff competition.

SCARLET SPORTS: The Fame Game

Scarlet Knights women’s basketball coach C. Vivian Stringer’s path of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

ON THE BANKS: Rutgers Wants You!

Thanks to a new GI Bill and the university’s outreach efforts, veterans can reap the benefits of higher education.