Beyond The Dream 2025
Beyond The Dream 2025: Honoring the Life, Legacy and Leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
MLK Day of Service
Saturday, January 18, 9 am–2:30 pm
Rutgers–Camden community partners with the city of Camden and the Office of the Mayor to support the “Keep the Village Warm” Coat Drive at Malandra Hall Community Center in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service 2025. Volunteers assist with coat, hat and glove distribution to families in Camden. Click here to register
Empowering Leaders for Today: Civility Through “No Blame” Problem Solving
Wednesday, January 22, 11:20 am–12:20 pm (Free Period)
Armitage 105
The Citizens Campaign is a community of students, faith leaders, and civic leaders tackling pressing challenges with evidence-based solutions. Learn how to lead without running for office, earn a certificate in leadership and no-blame problem solving, and discover ways to get involved through DICE. Click here to register
The Art of Racial Healing
Thursday, January 23, 5–7 pm
Campus Center Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for a transformative celebration of creativity and connection as we honor Racial Healing Day through the power of art and expression. “The Art of Healing” brings together artists, performers, and creatives to explore themes of racial healing, unity, and resilience. Inspired by the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this event invites participants to experience storytelling, music, visual arts, and spoken word that illuminate the journey toward collective healing and hope. Reception to follow. Click here to register
From Emotions to Action: Impact Through Organizing
Thursday, January 30, 12:45 pm–1:45 pm (free period)
Campus Center – West C
Rutgers–Camden alumni and experienced community organizers will share their paths to community organizing and explore ways to engage in solutions-driven, community-focused initiatives. Led by the Industrial Areas Foundation (IAF), a national network dedicated to citizen-led action. Join us to discover how you can drive meaningful change in your community. Click here to register
The Camden Project 2012
Thursday, January 30, 5–7pm
JPEG Studio at 303 Market Street
Join us as we share the Camden 2012 Project, an initiative of the Rutgers–Camden Bonner Civic Scholars focused on gathering and sharing powerful stories of Camden stakeholders as they navigated one of the most challenging times in Camden’s history. Through conversations and visual exploration, the evening will highlight where Camden has been and the perseverance of Camden residents and stakeholders. Click here to register