Honors College - Rutgers University, New Brunswick

Honors College - Rutgers University, New Brunswick Rutgers–NB Honors College
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The Honors College at Rutgers-New Brunswick, established in 2015, is built on a legacy of honors education at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. As we celebrate Rutgers’ 250th anniversary, the Honors College redefines interdisciplinary education by inviting students from across the liberal arts and professional schools to live and work together to tackle global issues. Attracting the hig

hest achievers from New Jersey, across the country and around the world, the Honors College is a community where intellectual curiosity, hands-on knowledge, diversity, collaboration, and giving back are central to its philosophy.

Honors College Class of 2030! Meet Eina Dizon ('29, SAS/HC), a Community Mentor and another member of your Welcome Team!...
06/15/2026

Honors College Class of 2030! Meet Eina Dizon ('29, SAS/HC), a Community Mentor and another member of your Welcome Team! Eina is majoring in economics and data science with a concentration in statistics, and she is excited to highlight the importance of learning from diverse perspectives. Besides being a Community Mentor, she is involved in the Rutgers Campus Programs department, Southeast Asians of Rutgers, Master of Business and Science externship program, Douglass Residential Community, and more! Eina notes that she finds that life gains more meaning when experiencing new things, be it food, horror movies, or people.

You can talk with Eina during Welcome Week about how you can explore your own interests on campus!

Happy Monday, Honors College Class of 2030! Today, we're introducing two more members of your Welcome Team who will be o...
06/15/2026

Happy Monday, Honors College Class of 2030! Today, we're introducing two more members of your Welcome Team who will be on campus when you arrive for Welcome Week!

First up is Rachel Clerk ('29, SAS/HC), an Honors College Community Mentor who is majoring in biological sciences and public health. She aspires to pursue a career in medicine while advocating for public health measures. Besides working as an Honors Community Mentor, Rachel does research on the human microbiome at the Center for Advanced Biotechnology and Medicine at Rutgers, volunteers at her local hospital, and takes classes to become a certified EMT. In her free time, Rachel enjoys exercising, cooking new dishes, spending time with friends and family, and watching TV shows.

When you arrive on campus, be sure to introduce yourself to Rachel, and ask her about how she found her research and volunteer opportunities!

Today, we're also introducing Honors Community Mentor Jaden Booth ('28, RBS/HC)! Jaden is an Honors College dual-degree ...
06/08/2026

Today, we're also introducing Honors Community Mentor Jaden Booth ('28, RBS/HC)! Jaden is an Honors College dual-degree student majoring in leadership & management and sport management, with aspirations of pursuing a career in the front office of a professional sports organization. Besides serving as an Honors Community Mentor at the Honors College, Jaden is the Vice President of the Sport Management Club, volunteers as a Kinesiology & Health Ambassador, and is a member of Future Business Leaders of America. In his free time, Jaden enjoys watching sports, spending time with friends and family, listening to music, and cooking.

As a member of your Welcome Team, Jaden will be on campus to greet you when you arrive! You can say hello, and ask him about pursuing your interests on campus!

Honors College Class of 2030, it's time to meet more members of your Welcome Team! Today, we're introducing Honors Commu...
06/08/2026

Honors College Class of 2030, it's time to meet more members of your Welcome Team! Today, we're introducing Honors Community Mentor Tania Alvarado Che ('28, SAS/HC). Tania is an Honors College student majoring in public health and minoring in developmental psychology and political science, with aspirations of pursuing an MD/MPP. In addition to serving as an Honors Community Mentor at the Honors College, Tania holds leadership roles across various organizations, including the First Generation Student Union (FGSU), LMSA Pre-Health Latino Undergraduate Society (LMSA PLUS), and Celebrating Latinx Arts & Works (CLAW). In her free time, Tania enjoys volunteering, gardening,
photography, and coding!

Say hi to Tania when you arrive on campus this August, and ask her about getting involved and her leadership roles!

Attention Honors College enrolling students! Complete or update your housing application and select "Rutgers Honors Hous...
06/02/2026

Attention Honors College enrolling students! Complete or update your housing application and select "Rutgers Honors Housing" by June 5.

To live in a residence hall with fellow Honors College students, you must select "Rutgers Honors Housing" on your housing application and submit it by this Friday, June 5. Placement is not automatic.

The Rutgers Housing Application, including updates to an already submitted application, is due June 5. If you've already selected "Rutgers Honors Housing" on your application, no additional action is needed.

See our First-Year Housing Application webpage with instructions for choosing "Rutgers Honors Housing:" go.rutgers.edu/gytrxx3z

Next, we're introducing Lead Honors Community Mentor Maya Zarcone ('27, SAS/HC), an Honors College student double majori...
06/01/2026

Next, we're introducing Lead Honors Community Mentor Maya Zarcone ('27, SAS/HC), an Honors College student double majoring in computer science and classics. In the future, she hopes to pursue a graduate degree in computer science and work as a software engineer. On campus, Maya is involved with the Aresty Research Center as a Peer Instructor, as well as the Learning Assistant Program, Society of Women Engineers, and Rutgers Art History Student Association. In her free time, Maya enjoys drawing, reading, and traveling.

During Welcome Week, say hi to Maya, and ask her about getting involved!

Honors College Class of 2030! It's Mentor Monday again, and today we're introducing two amazing Community Mentors who ar...
06/01/2026

Honors College Class of 2030! It's Mentor Monday again, and today we're introducing two amazing Community Mentors who are part of your Welcome Team!

First up is Dylan Adamo (’28, SAS/HC), an Honors College student majoring in applied physics and music performance, studying with Professor Nye, a bassoonist for the New York Philharmonic. Outside of music performance, he has volunteered to teach music in his community’s summer programs and has experience teaching one-on-one. In his free time, Dylan enjoys playing video games, hiking, cooking, traveling, and connecting with others.

Be sure to introduce yourself to Dylan during Welcome Week in late August, and ask him about his interdisciplinary studies!

05/28/2026

Congratulations to HC Senior Anjo and all who presented their research!

Today, we're also introducing Lakim Williams ('27, RBS/HC), another member of your Welcome Team and a Lead Honors Colleg...
05/25/2026

Today, we're also introducing Lakim Williams ('27, RBS/HC), another member of your Welcome Team and a Lead Honors College Community Mentor. Lakim is majoring in supply chain management, driven by a deep belief that the way you build something is just as important as what you build. Lakim works across operations and strategy, from interning with BMW Group to running his own fashion brand where he manages everything from vendor sourcing to the final product drop. He also serves as a Peer Mentor with THRIVE, walking alongside continuing students as they navigate their path. When he's not in work mode, Lakim is designing streetwear, hooping, or finding new ways to turn creative ideas into something real.

Be sure to talk with Lakim during Welcome Week about how he pursued opportunities on campus.

Happy Mentor Monday, HC Class of 2030! Today, we're introducing Alejandra Afanador ('27, SAS/HC), a Lead Honors Communit...
05/25/2026

Happy Mentor Monday, HC Class of 2030! Today, we're introducing Alejandra Afanador ('27, SAS/HC), a Lead Honors Community Mentor and another member of your Welcome Team!

Alejandra is an Honors College student majoring in political science with a double minor in psychology and philosophy, politics, and economics, aspiring to pursue a career in law. In addition to serving as a Lead Honors Community Mentor at the Honors College, Alejandra is the Founding President of BridgeRutgers alongside dedicated leadership of the Latin American Student Organization (LASO) and Latino Student Council (LSC). She also has a history of involvement in student government. Passionate about civic engagement, Alejandra is a strong advocate for student leadership, community building, and professional development. In her free time, she enjoys reading, writing, and connecting with others.

During Welcome Week, ask Alejandra about her experiences as a student leader and how she got involved. See you soon for another Welcome Team introduction.

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