The rise of the body positivity movement in the 2010s created greater acceptance of the idea that a healthy body can come in a variety of weights, shapes, and sizes. Now, in the era of GLP-1s, the conversation may be changing yet again.
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The holiday season has arrived, and many Americans are finding that the usual mix of celebration and stress feels heavier this year. Gift lists, travel plans, and family expectations now collide with headlines about layoffs, slowed hiring, and an economy that seems to shift week by week. For many, the season’s joy is tempered by a quiet undercurrent of anxiety.
Graduating this coming January, Rutgers–Camden senior Melissa Vilain has built both a portfolio and a path forward through her vulnerable, visual storytelling. The BFA in graphic design student’s visually arresting work, infused with lived experience, was recently recognized by the area’s design community.
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By the Numbers
From our purposefully small class sizes to our vast financial aid opportunities, we are committed to making life-changing higher education accessible to as many people as possible.
15:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
91
%
Graduates Are Employed or in a Graduate Program Within 6 Months
88.9
%
Students Receive Financial Aid
Academics
With 38 undergraduate majors and 29 graduate programs, Rutgers–Camden offers a personalized path to a rewarding career, while renowned faculty help lead the way. As a student, you’ll collaborate across disciplines to form meaningful connections, amplify your strengths and engage in learning that’s informed by real-world challenges.
Research
As a leading R2 research institution, our students have an unprecedented opportunity for hands-on research. Because we are a small, engaged community, students are participating in cutting-edge faculty research from as early as their sophomore year.
Admissions & Aid
Pursuing a degree is one of the best investments you can make for yourself and your future. We keep our high-quality education within reach through low tuition and generous assistance. Roughly 86 percent of our students receive some amount of financial aid.
Student Experience
Our campus is the most intimate of all the Rutgers’ campuses, and that creates a feeling of family that is echoed by every student who walks through our quad. Here, students gain not only applicable skills to advance their careers, but also lasting friendships and a supportive network.
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