Category Archives: Rutgers management

Student groups launch ‘Where RU Barchi’ club

Posted on October 14, 2014 by RU1

By Katie Park Rutgers President Robert L. Barchi has become the motivating force behind the creation of “Where RU Barchi.” The club aims to improve interaction between Barchi and Rutgers students. Luma Hasan said after the Condoleezza Rice protests last … Continue reading →

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Big Ten: Why is Rutgers behind in the fundraising game?

Posted on September 11, 2014 by RU1

By Kelly Heyboer and Ted Sherman NEW BRUNSWICK — In the quest to raise money for Rutgers University, senior Keith Culbreth has been on the front lines. During the spring semester, the student manned cubicle No. 27 in the Rutgers … Continue reading →

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As New Board Chairman Takes Over at Rutgers, Coalition of Unions and Students Call Out Administration

Posted on June 26, 2014 by RU1

Rutgers One Coalition Addresses Corruption, Grievances, and Rising Tuition at “Rally For Respect” By David Bedford, Rutgers Univ. NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ–Over 200 Rutgers faculty, students, and staff gathered outside of the Board of Governors (BOG) meeting last Thursday at a … Continue reading →

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Sweeney gives Rutgers ultimatum to reform its governance

Posted on June 20, 2014 by RU1

By Patricia Alex, Staff Writer, The Record. In the latest salvo in his bid to flex his political muscle at Rutgers, state Senate President Stephen Sweeney issued an ultimatum Thursday, giving the university 90 days to “reform” its governance. “The … Continue reading →

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Explainer: How New Master Plans Are Shaping NJ’s Flagship State University

Posted on June 10, 2014 by RU1

By Chase Brush Can ambitious plans transform Rutgers into ‘one of the nation’s great universities?’ Student protests, commencement speaker cancellations, and the return of a Senate president-led political power grab — despite its best efforts, Rutgers University has had a … Continue reading →

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Rutgers boards talk legal options to fight Senate bill

Posted on June 10, 2014 by RU1

By Keith Sargeant NEW BRUNSWICK – Members of Rutgers University’s two boards convened for two hours Monday night in an emergency meeting to discuss the legal implications of a state legislative proposal that would alter the school’s governing structure. Shortly … Continue reading →

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Bill to add political appointees to Rutgers board approved by Senate committee

Posted on June 2, 2014 by RU1

By Kelly Heyboer/ The Star-Ledger TRENTON — A controversial bill to add more political appointees to Rutgers University’s board of governors advanced in the state Senate today over the strong objections of university officials and the threat of a lawsuit. … Continue reading →

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Sweeney and Rutgers trustee face off over ‘hidden’ report on university governance

Posted on June 2, 2014 by RU1

By Kelly Heyboer/ The Star-Ledger TRENTON — State Senate President Stephen Sweeney grilled the chairwoman of the Rutgers University board of trustees today over the school’s failure to release an internal university report with proposals to overhaul the school’s governance … Continue reading →

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Take action: Union organizer gets degree from Rutgers but loses job there

Posted on May 20, 2014 by RU1

By Hannan Adely, Staff Writer, The Record Take Action: Sign Petition urging Rutgers to restore Christine’s job. Christine O’Connell, a mother of five who left college 27 years ago to get married and raise a family, was elated to graduate on Monday from … Continue reading →

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Student Debt Grows Faster at Universities With Highest-Paid Leaders, Study Finds

Posted on May 19, 2014 by RU1

Note: Rutgers ranks 17 of Top 25 Public Universities with the Highest Executive Pay, FY 2006 – FY 2012 in IPS study By Tamar Lewin At the 25 public universities with the highest-paid presidents, both student debt and the use … Continue reading →

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