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Come and say hi to the class with a short video clip or an audio recording (no more than 2 min).

Share a fun fact about yourself :D

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Alternatively, upload a picture of yourself or something you like with a brief description!

Hi everyone! This is Dr. Jenny Yang. I will be teaching this course alongside Dr. David Goldman. I love traveling ✈️，reading 📖，and cake 🍰

Dr. Goldman and I are looking forward to meeting you all on Tuesday 1/21!

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Here are the 5 prompts for this week 2's required reading!

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Volunteer to be a "teacher" for in-class activity

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Volunteer to be a "teacher" for in-class activity

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We're looking for 10 students to volunteer to be "teachers" for an activity in next week's class. You'll have 5 minutes to teach something to a fellow student.

The 5 minutes should include your teaching and hands-on practice for your "student." The activity should be fairly small in scope, and can be safely carried out in the classroom. Possible examples are: teach someone to knit a stitch (not a sweater), teach someone to sift flour (not bake a cake), teaching someone to use a shortcut in Excel (not all the functions in Excel).

If you're interested, please respond to this post with your name. Don't tell us what you'll be teaching (it'll be a surprise!) 😄

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Hi everyone! I'm Dr. David Goldman. I have a Ph.D. in Philosophy and work in the SAS Office of Undergraduate Education. A fun fact about me: I just (at my teenager's urging) watched the entirety of Epic: the Musical on youtube. It was pretty good!

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Hi everyone! I am Madison Goodson and I am an accounting major.

My fun fact is that I am a coxswain for Rutgers Women's Rowing team! You can't fully tell but my picture is me in the bow of a boat coxswaining, hence the head gear. Nice meeting you all in class!

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Hello everybody. My name is Harjas Singh and I am currently studying Cell Biology and Neuroscience on the Pre-Med Track (not boring to me). A fun fact about me: I broke the school record by memorizing 918 digits of pi in my school's pi competition.

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Hi everyone:) My name is Gnana Varshita Chakka, and I am a computer science major planning to minor in statistics or business. A fun fact about me is that I visited Disney in Hong Kong when I was in 5th grade. I also love to do art and paint in my free time!

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Hi everyone! My name is Zamira Khodjaeva, and a boring fact about me is that I'm majoring in computer science. A fun fact about me is that I was born in Uzbekistan (Central Asia) and, therefore, can speak three languages! I also like to explore and learn about other cultures.

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Hi! My name is Mahek Patel and I am currently studying Urban Planning and Design with a minor in Public Administration and Management. A fun fact about me is that I love nail art and would like to travel Europe one day!

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Hi! My name is Ria Gray and I am double majoring in ITI (Cybersecurity) and Linguistics. I am also minoring in Chinese. I love skiing and playing card games. A fun fact about me is that I once read four novels and four novellas within a span of 48 hours while still eating three meals a day and getting 9 hours of sleep.

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Hi everyone! My name is Danna Rodriguez. I'm a finance major who plans to minor in economics or French. A fun fact about me is that I'm a lifeguard trained because I used to work at a swimming school. I also love playing tennis and collecting perfumes.

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Hello everyone. My name is Isaac Perez Arriaza and I am majoring in Biological Sciences. A fun fact about me is that I visited Peru twice even though I am not Peruvian. I love to travel and wish to travel more in the future. I also love to watch soccer and support Barcelona.

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Hi everyone! My name is James Buenaseda and I plan to major in either biological sciences or cell biology and neuroscience. A fun fact about me is that I am part of the Rutgers University Marching Band! I also love bears, Cinnamoroll (he's a Sanrio character), and playing cozy games.

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Hi! My name is Pyro Kuban and I am majoring in Technical Direction at Mason Gross. A fun fact about me is that I have a bearded dragon named Cynder. I also love to crochet in my little free time that I have.

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Hi evertone, my name is Yibei Lin you can also call me Bella. I'm majoring in communication. A fun fact about me is that I just adopted a cat last semester and this is her in the picture!

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Hello everyone, I'm Darjhana el, or Darjhou, or DJ. I'm Haitian American- 18 years old, an only child, and trilingual like Zamira. I used to travel a lot when I was young and lived in Haiti, and when I was 13, I moved here. I'm currently undecided right now about my major. I'm also very introverted, and that's why I have many hobbies that include reading, sleeping, embroidery, gaming, and coloring. I'm an exploratory person; I like to try new things, like new food, ect. A fun fact about me is that I’m best known for my enthusiasm, and I get told that I’m funny, which I don’t believe, but I get told that a lot.

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Hi everyone, I'm Carson Chen. I am a freshman planning to major in Supply Chain Management and Leadership and Management. I like to explore the campus to find the best spots to eat and study with my friends. A fun fact about me is that I put a 5k run nonstop in 30 minutes as a warmup for my trips to the gym whenever I have time on the treadmill.

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Hi! My name is Emily Guo, a current freshman with an undecided major but plan on leaning towards Information Science or Computer Science. I have fondness towards both English/Mandarin literature and love listening to stories. A fun fact about me is I managed to pass all 4 driving tests consecutively and secured my drivers license over the winter break in China.

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Hey everybody! My name is Owen Wasik, and I'm a mechanical engineering major who's currently planning on pursuing minors in math and labor studies.

I love hiking and the outdoors in general, and have been getting into photography lately. I also like playing games and trying new foods.

I got the chance to visit California with one of my best friends this past summer, and want to head out west again this summer to see lots of national parks.

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Hi, my name is Mugdha Sarvasiddhi, I'm a Biology major on the premed track. A fun fact about me is that I can never go to New York without visiting Sephora :(

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Hi im Aditya Sinha and im planning to major in Computer Science. A fun fact about me is that I am taller than most of my family, matching the height of one of my cousins.

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Hi my name is Ben Johnsen and I am majoring in finance. I plan to minor in computer science or data science and a fun fact about me is that I used to ski race.

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Hey I'm Aiden, and I'm a Computer Science major with an Education minor.

In my free time I play a lot of board games and video games.

Something cool about me is that I volunteer to help run crossword puzzle tournaments, and have been to 3 National Crossword Puzzle Tournaments!

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Hi I'm Sindhu and I am planning to major in computer science 🙂‍↕️. My fun fact is I have a bunny who despises my existence❣️

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Would you be interested in trying out a Pomodoro study session (60 min)? Please respond to this post with your name. Thank you!

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HELLO! I'm Serena Lee and I'm currently undecided. I love cats (though I'm allergic) and spending time with my hobbies. Some of my hobbies are piano, electric guitar, volleyball, drawing, journaling, and watching movies! I also enjoy listening to music especially jazz, rock, and music from the 80s. 😛

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The Learning Centers offer free academic support services, resources for faculty and staff, and leadership opportunities for college students.

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Office of Advising and Academic Services | Rutgers University, School of Arts and Sciences

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The SAS Office of Advising and Academic Services assists students with all of their academic needs, from the moment they decide to attend Rutgers all the way th

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Study abroad is not just for some students: it's for all students, no matter your background, your major, your hobbies, or your preferences. Rutgers offers more than study abroad and service-learning programs for students in every world region. Reach out to us! ru_abroad@global.rutgers.edu
Application Deadlines Some programs have limited spots, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please contact your Study Abroad Advisor for more details.
Which program is right for me? Questions to ask yourself...

1. What are my academic, professional, and personal goals?

2. How long and when should I go abroad?

3. Do I prefer a more structured experience or do I prefer a full immersion experience?

4. What courses should I take abroad? Am I looking to receive elective or major/minor credit?

5. Do I understand the program costs and financial aid available?

6. Have I read about the Access the World Initiative which offers 30+ study abroad programs at or below Rutgers cost?

Let's get started!

Explore our available programs on our website. Search by term, subject, or location. Pay attention to possible GPA or language requirements (common for programs in Spain or Japan) and possible prerequisites (sometimes necessary for short-term programs).

Attend a drop-in virtual study abroad advising session Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays | 1:00 P.M to 4:00 P.M EST, Wednesdays | 11:00 A.M to 2:00 P.M. EST for general information. Reach out to a former study abroad participant to hear about their experiences and insights. Study Abroad Global Ambassadors

Sign-up for a program-specific information session (all events are listed at the bottom of the Advising & Events webpage.)

Thinking about an international internship? Be sure to check out GoinGlobal, an online resource that assists students who are pursuing global opportunities.

Talk to your Academic Advisor about your plans and potential courses abroad. Check out the Course Equivalency Database to see what courses have been pre-approved. If you want to take courses that have not been pre-approved, seek approval through the proper department/faculty.

Attend a virtual study abroad finance session and look through our Scholarship Database for other funding sources.

Create and submit your study abroad application by the deadline. (Please check out the Program Information page to see the exact deadline.)

Step 6: Program Deposit

Pay the required post-acceptance program deposit. This is due within 2 weeks after the application deadline.

Short-Term: $350.

Semester/AY: $500

Other Resources

Earn Credits. Make Memories. Gain an Edge. Study Abroad.

Semester and Academic Year Programs +

These programs are total immersion experiences that allow you to enroll in a local university or provider study center for a semester or the full academic year.

Take a full course load (minimum of 15 Rutgers credits) of classes that may fulfill major, minor, and/or elective requirements.

For most programs, you are able to take courses in English. Some programs (mainly in Spain and Japan), require foreign language abilities.

Utilize full financial aid and/or Rutgers scholarships.

Summer Programs +

Summer programs are short-term experiences that run during the summer terms. They consist of:

1. Structured programs created and led by Rutgers faculty or through a program provider.

Set courses that fulfill major, minor, and/or elective requirements.

Usually include organized site visits and trips to experience as a group.

2. Programs that allow you to enroll directly in a local university.
Pick courses from the university's summer course catalog that may fulfill major, minor and/or elective requirements.

For both options, you will have the chance to expand your network and experience local cultures with fellow students. You may also be able to utilize financial aid.

Winter Programs +

Winter programs are short-term structured programs that run over winter break. They are created and led by Rutgers faculty or through a program provider. These programs have set courses that may fulfill major, minor, and/or elective requirements. They also allow you to experience local cultures with fellow students.

Embedded Fall/Spring Programs +

These programs are 3-credit Spring/Fall courses that include an international, 1-credit travel component that happens during term breaks or right after terms. Some embedded opportunities only consist of the 1-credit international travel experience and do not require students to be enrolled in a Spring/Fall class.

They are created and led by Rutgers faculty.

Real World Experiences

Rutgers students study abroad all over the world each year. They return with exciting stories of their travels, from learning a new language to exploring their own identity in a new culture. Study abroad can be one of the most transformative experiences of your life. But don't just take it from us-read and watch these Rutgers student stories and see for yourself.
Read stories >

Study abroad students are people with thoughts, feelings, experiences, and expressions. In this Facebook series, study abroad students "tell all" about their time abroad. #RUHoSA

Study abroad students often return with a desire to tell their fellow students about their experiences. Our Global Ambassadors are returned study abroad students who can answer your questions and concerns about study abroad.
Find Out More >

Studying Abroad at Rutgers

This tutorial video explains information regarding advising, academic planning, finances, and the application process for Rutgers Global-Study Abroad programs.

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Students who study abroad will discover that each country, each city, and each university has its own special character-and where students choose to study abroad will ultimately become a place where you'll make lifelong friends and lasting memories.

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Go Beyond the Ordinary

Distinguished Fellowships take your college experiences beyond the ordinary. These competitive, merit-based awards provide a wide range of opportunities to teach or study abroad, conduct research, fund graduate studies or pursue professional development. Embark on a journey of self-discovery, find yourself in new places, and make otherwise impossible connections that will benefit you for a lifetime.

Knight Hennessy Information Session (Zoom) - March 13 @ 8PM ET

Overview

In this session, an admission officer provides an overview of Knight-Hennessy Scholars, the admission process, and the application via Zoom. The session includes a presentation, and a Knight-Hennessy scholar(s) may join to share their experience.

Eligibility

You are eligible to apply to the 2026 cohort of Knight-Hennessy Scholars if you earned (or will earn) your bachelor's degree in 2019 or later. For military (active or veteran) applicants, you are eligible if you earned your bachelor's degree in 2017 or later. Additionally, current Stanford PhD students in the first year of enrollment may apply if starting at KHS in the second year of PhD enrollment.

Deadline

The Knight-Hennessy Scholars (KHS) application to join the 2025 cohort is now closed. The KHS application to join the 2026 cohort will open on June 1, 2025.

About Knight-Hennessy Scholars

Knight-Hennessy Scholars at Stanford University is a multidisciplinary, multicultural graduate scholarship program. Each Knight-Hennessy scholar receives up to three years of financial support to pursue graduate studies at Stanford while participating in engaging experiences that prepare scholars to be visionary, courageous, and collaborative leaders who address complex challenges facing the world.

If you would like to learn more about Knight-Hennessy Scholars but cannot attend this session, please stay in touch.

Register: https://apply.knight-hennessy.stanford.edu/register/?id=ed284076-05cf-4c58-bfa4-7404eab9badd&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=February_2025&utm_content=prospective_scholars_applicants

Fulbright U.S. Student Program 2026-2027 application Kick-off in March

Stay tuned for more information

Explore your options and identify your goals to start your application process.

Search our database for all of the available educational opportunities.

Explore fellowships, schedule a discovery session to find awards, and receive guidance on your application.

For over a decade, I've been advising students for success with national and international fellowships. I'm committed to building awareness of exceptional fellowships opportunities, increasing access, and emphasizing the benefits of the entire fellowships advising process. Originally from a small town in central Kansas, I got my bachelor's at the University of Kansas and my master's and PhD in German and Scandinavian Studies from the University of Minnesota. I'm excited about living in Central Jersey with my husband, son, and two tabby cats.

I join the office with experience in mentorship, academic and fellowship advising, language education, and qualitative research. Before joining the team, I held a variety of roles in higher education and previously served as a fellowship advisor and communication and outreach assistant at GradFund at Rutgers. I'm dedicated to empowering students with the tools and resources needed to navigate fellowship applications. Beyond my professional pursuits, you can find me exploring new hiking trails, coffee shops, and baking new recipes.

I have served as a fellowship advisor since 2015 helping Rutgers undergraduate students navigate the process of applying for nationally competitive awards. Prior to working for the Office of Distinguished Fellowships, I managed the Plangere Writing Center and tutoring program where I helped Rutgers students improve their writing skills. Before earning my bachelor's in English Literature, I spent six years working in the fashion and beauty industry as a makeup artist and stylist in Los Angeles, California.

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The Office of Distinguished Fellowships offers assistance to students-from first-years to seniors-and recent graduates in all stages of the application process for major national fellowships.

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1. For Rutgers Global, Is there a limit on how much I could study abroad?

2. Regarding Fellowships, what would be a good response to convince a person who may be on the fence between joining or not due to not being required and needing extra effort?(I am already in the First Year Fellowship about leadership)

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1. What is the process of becoming a tutor at a learning center?

2. Can I take courses for my major or minor or only SAS core while studying abroad?

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What is the process of becoming a tutor at a learning center?

Can I take courses for my major or minor or only SAS cores while studying abroad?