Junior Wins Udall Scholarship, Rutgers’ First Recipient Since 2004

Photo of Julianne Chan by Luca Mostello | Rutgers University
Julianne Chan ('25, SOE/HC) has much to celebrate this spring having also just been recognized as a Goldwater Scholar this year. Her studies and related research in environmental engineering, and specifically plastic pollution, have earned her the Udall Undergraduate Scholarship, which recognizes future leaders in the environmental, tribal public policy, or Native American health care fields.

Honors College Juniors Elisa Bu Sha and Julianne Chan Among Four Rutgers Students to Earn Prestigious Goldwater Scholarships

2024 Goldwater Scholars - Photo by Nick Romanenko
Elisa Bu Sha (C-L–'25, SEBS/HC) and Julianne Chan (C-R–'25, SOE/HC) have been selected as Goldwater Scholars, a prestigious national honor for undergraduates who plan to pursue research careers in the natural sciences, mathematics, and engineering. Bu Sha, an HC Changemaking Mentor, is conducting research in neurobiology, and Chan in environmental contaminants in water.

After Developing Brooklyn Nets Fan Site, a Senior Sees His Future in AI

Photo of Tej Shah by Jeff Arban/Rutgers University
Since arriving at Rutgers, Tej Shah ('24, RBS/HC) has worked diligently to become the kind of talent he said the tech world needs. Although his Nets fan site was archived years ago, his dedication to becoming a “great technical talent” remains very much alive. “My long-term goal after Rutgers is to commercialize AI and to help solve really important problems,” said Shah, adding that health care, clean energy and fighting disinformation are among the areas that captivate him.

Admitted Student Drop In Tours

Admitted students are welcome to visit the Honors College for a drop-in day of tours and information sessions.  The Honors College will be open at 5 Seminary Place on the College Avenue Campus.

HC Serves: Find Your Service Leadership Style

Join the HC Serves team and Karen Arrdizone, an Associate Director for Student Involvement at Rutgers University for a conversation on how you can get involved with service in the New Brunswick community! Students will receive 1 HC Serves hour for attending.

HC Serves: RWJ Blood Drive Information Session

 Mr. Michael Leviton from RWJ will speak about the importance of donating blood and clear up common misconceptions that deter students from attending blood drives. Students will gain 1 HC Serves hour for attending.

Isaac F. Davis – Navesink Speaker

Isaac F. Davis, Writer, Director, and President of Iacon Pictures | Talk– "Independent Filmmaking and Its Intersectional Pursuits: Artistry, Innovation, Society, and Capital"