Did You Know?

Did you know that all incoming and continuing graduate students are invited to various welcome and community-building programs to kick off the Spring 2025 semester? Programs are designed to introduce you to essential resources, provide opportunities to connect with other graduate students, learn about graduate student organizations, and participate in campus-wide events. There are graduate student-exclusive programs as well as university events open for both undergraduate and graduate students. Learn more and see programming here.

Did you know that Rutgers is committed to reducing emissions by 45 percent by 2030 and becoming carbon neutral by 2040? Learn more about Rutgers' Climate Action Plan here.

Did you know that the School of Engineering was founded in 1864 and is among the oldest engineering schools in the nation? Learn more about the School of Engineering's long history here.

Did you know that Douglass Residential College has hosted a Yule Log Ceremony for over a century? This year's Yule Log Ceremony takes place at 4:45 p.m. on Sunday, December 8, inside Voorhees Chapel on the Douglass Campus. Learn more and RSVP here.

Did you know that the 22nd Annual Rutgers Big Chill 5K is on Saturday, December 14, at 10 a.m.? Starting at the College Avenue Gym, the event includes an in-person race and a virtual option. For just $25 and a toy donation (valued at $10 or more), you can help spread joy to children in our local community this holiday season. Learn more and register here.

Did you know that U.S. presidents, vice presidents, and hopefuls have visited Rutgers throughout its 250-year history? These indiviuduals include: Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Dwight Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy, Gerald Ford, Jesse Jackson, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders, and Barack Obama.

Did you know that the Learning Centers are holding their inaugural Write- A-Thon on Wednesday, November 13? All students who have recently and successfully completed a Rutgers course and who are willing to share and write about what helped you succeed are welcome to participate, and multiple entries are encouraged. Additionally, the Night Against Procrastination event is Wednesday, December 4. Learn more here.

Did you know that cannabis remains illegal under federal law and is therefore prohibited on Rutgers property? For Rutgers and other public universities, receipt of federal funds in the form of student loans, grants, and research support is conditioned on our compliance with federal drug laws. To ensure our community is aware of the university’s policies regarding cannabis possession and use on campus, FAQs and other related resources are available here.

Did you know that October is Disability Awareness Month? Disability Awareness Month at Rutgers is an opportunity for our community to recognize, bring awareness to, and learn about disabilities and the disability community. Learn how to support our community, cultivate awareness, and participate in programming here.

Did you know that the Office of Graduate Admissions is holding a Graduate School Exploration Fair on Friday, October 18, from noon to 3 p.m. at the President’s Tent on the College Avenue Campus? Students will have the opportunity to explore 200+ graduate (master’s, doctoral, and certificate) programs offered universitywide and engage with faculty and staff about the graduate admissions process, funding, research, and more. This fair is open to students from all Rutgers chancellor units. Light refreshments and free swag will be provided while supplies last. Learn more and register here.