Student Academic Success – Impact Report 2024-2025

Welcome

Greetings, Rutgers University-Camden Campus Community!

Thank you for being engaged with us, the Division of Student Academic Success, as we strive to enhance the student experience and positively impact student success. Several of you support RU-C students in achieving success, and we thank you for that as well.

At Rutgers University-Camden, the Student Academic Success Division defines impact as the tangible improvement in student achievement, persistence, and success outcomes that result from our evidence-based, student-first strategies.

Our impact is not merely measured in program and event participation rates, but in the stories and statistics that show how our interventions and investments help students stay enrolled, earn better grades, return after stopping out, and build a strong sense of academic and social belonging. We prioritize those who have been historically and traditionally underrepresented in and excluded from higher education and work to enact policies, initiatives, and partnerships that remove barriers and affirm their place in our higher education community.

Impact means more students staying enrolled and completing credentials. Impact also means more students feeling and knowing that they are seen, supported, and capable of success along the journey.

Check out page 9 of the May 2025 SSI to read more about the SAS Leadership’s commitment to student success.

Along the way in this report, you will notice the value and impact of our work in relation to the division and campus strategic plans. Also, look at Camden by the Numbers to better understand our campus community. RU-C has an MSI designation, serves a large percentage of first-generation college students, and remains an anchor institution for Camden City and southern New Jersey.

We are excited to deliver the AY 24-25 SAS Impact Report to you.

With Gratitude,

Dr. Marsha L. Lowery

Dr. Marsha L. Lowery Vice Chancellor for Student Academic Success

Division Overview

The Division of Student Academic Success is made up of four units and several departments, centers, and offices – all serving at the best interest of our students in support of their hopes and dreams. We care about students!

DIVISION WORK STRUCTURE

There are 34 dedicated professionals in the division who show up every day committed to making a positive impact on the lives of our students. Strategically aligned within the work structure, they create a network of care, guidance, and opportunity that surrounds students throughout their academic journey. Together, they empower students to overcome challenges, discover their potential, and achieve their goals – because student success is not just what we do; student success is who we are.

Division Highlights: Special Projects, Programs, and Initiatives

Global Citizens Project

In May 2025, SAS and the Educational Equity and Excellence Collaborative (E3C) sponsored students, many of whom were part of EOF and TRiO, to participate in the Global Citizens Project in Puerto Rico. The purpose of this trip was to provide students with an opportunity to learn and experience the history and culture of Puerto Rico firsthand, particularly the impacts of global warming/environmental justice and educational equities on the people of the island. While in Puerto Rico, students were able to give back to the community in various ways. This included presenting to 11th grade high school students at the LEAP Campuses in San Juan about their experiences in college with the aim to demonstrate the impact of higher education and increase students desire to pursue a college degree. Additionally, the group partnered with Gralp De Puerto Rico, a non-profit agency focused on uplifting the local community, to paint a school that had been damaged by natural disasters.

Students, many of whom are first-generation and may not have had the resources otherwise, were provided with an opportunity to participate in a learning abroad experience. This is critical as research has espoused the importance of high impact learning practices, such as experiential learning, on supporting student engagement in their college experience as well as degree completion.

Success in Science Program

During Summer 2024, the Center for Learning and Student Success offered the Success in Science program to incoming students majoring in science and nursing disciplines. Success in Science is an online, self-paced learning experience designed to strengthen students’ foundational knowledge in biology, chemistry, and math, and to prepare them for the rigor of Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) courses. The program introduces key concepts covered in Essentials of A&P and Basic A&P I while providing targeted learning resources to build confidence and academic readiness. This program demonstrates the effectiveness of early academic preparation in improving student outcomes and advancing degree progress in high-demand fields.

X 74 students participated, with 63 completing the program — an 85% completion rate, supporting student retention and persistence in STEM and health pathways

X 83.5% of completers earned a C or higher in A&P I

X 88.2% of students went on to earn a C or higher in Essentials of A&P II

The Success in Science initiative and those like it promote identity consciousness, sense of belonging, self-efficacy, and academic responsibility among incoming students and provides sophomores, juniors, and seniors with mentoring and coaching opportunities by way of tutoring.

Scarlet Scholars and Developing a Scholar Identity

The Scarlet Scholars Program began as a First-Year Interest Group (FIG) for pre-med students during the Fall of 2023. The Fall 2024 semester was reimagined to serve all academic responsibility through the lens of a scholar identity. college. Because of that, there is high importance in making sure these students are awareness of scholar awards and of the stories of our students, past and present, and to help develop a scholar identity in our students.

We aim to meet students where they are, whether that is in the classroom, through targeted visits / presentations; by being visible on campus at campus-wide programming or supporting students events; by connecting with cohorts (like Veterans, EOF, TRiO, Tri-Alpha, student leadership spaces, and others); in partnership with our faculty and staff colleagues who share opportunities, news, events; or through social media platforms. We also aim to be accessible for individual student meetings, both virtually and in-person, to help make scholar application and interview experiences more approachable and pursued in a supportive way.

There is great importance in recognizing the identities of our students, including the many experiences they bring to and develop at Rutgers–Camden and to their national awards’ applications. That said, while our students have some commonalities, like first-generation status or Pellrecipient status, everyone is important and especially recognized for their unique experiences, challenges, and goals. We cannot assume to know what opportunity will be a best fit for any student, but instead, we commit to being a partner to them in exploring what is available and what is strategically right for them.

As members of the National Association of Fellowships Advisors (NAFA), we follow a set of values and code of ethics to ensure the developmental process of applying for national awards supports students’ development of or strengthening of their scholar identity. These values emphasize collaboration, learning, equity, inclusion, respect, and transparency. Also, through NAFA, we commit to supporting students to develop a sense of how they want to have an impact on the world, what their postgraduate goals are, and how to articulate those goals. The scholar development process, which is foundational to the Scarlet Scholars Program and other OSDFA initiatives, is a rigorous and

identity is developed and/or strengthened.

During the 2024-2025 academic year, 71 students applied for 89 awards and won 21 awards. We have seen the number of applicants and winners increase each year over the past three academic years, and we have high hopes for increased success in those areas.

Division Highlights: Programs and Initiatives by SAS Strategic Plan Pillars

In this section, we focus on some of our most impactful initiatives that align to our strategic pillars.

Data-Driven Decision Making Nursing Recruitment Fair

In the spring 2025 semester, the Career Center partnered with the RU-C School of Nursing to host a Nursing Recruitment Fair on-site at the School of Nursing. This strategic change in location significantly increased student engagement and employer participation. Employers such as Cooper University Health Care and Jefferson Health praised the professionalism and preparedness of RU-C’s graduating nurses and noted the strong turnout. Because of this partnership and strategic change:

X 100+ student nurses attended the fair, gaining direct access to recruiters and interviewing for open positions

X 13 healthcare institutions participated, offering insight into current workforce needs and opportunities

X Multiple students reported receiving job offers as a direct result of attending the event

Historically, the CSN Recruitment fair had been held in the Campus Center – MPR. Changing locations to host this fair in the Nursing building provided attendees with an increased sense of belonging and connection to their recognizable and familiar academic space. We expect participation at the Nursing Recruitment Fair to increase from students and employers as we explore opportunities with the School of Nursing.

Retention DFW Campaign

Throughout the 2024-2025 academic year, the Office of Retention executes the DFW Campaign. The students involved in this campaign received additional outreach, presemester and at several points in time during the semester, with resources, updates, and reminders about academic supports. We are grateful for our partnership with the faculty because faculty completing progress reports provided data for retention experts and academic advisors to offer more intentional and targeted solutions and interventions to students. Because of this partnership and strategic approach to student success:

X The number of first-year students with 2+ DFWs in their first term reduced from 30% to 24%

X This group of students typically retains at a rate of 30 points lower than their first-year peers who only have 0-1 DFW in their first term

This retention effort is important because students get to experience academic care and support from faculty and staff. Retention efforts and outreach communications provides information to students about academic support and reminds students about their academic responsibility. The DWF Campaign and other retention initiatives will continue to provide support for student success at RU-C.

Proactive Approaches to Cohort Engagement and Transition Programs

EOF Summer Institute and Building Bridges

During the summer 2024 term, EOF welcomed 37 incoming students to participate in a 4-week Summer Institute program. The program is designed to support first-year students’ transition into college by giving those students the opportunity to take a college course, participate in resource acquisition and skill-building workshops, and engage with campus faculty, staff, and other campus community members. As a part of the Summer Institute, EOF students also participated in a new project, Building Bridges: Connecting with Camden. This program provided an opportunity for students to learn from and engage with Camden City’s community. Students were divided into groups and paired with different organizations throughout the city (i.e. Center for Environmental Transformation, where the students conducted research and engaged with community leaders with the intent to understand the transformative work happening in Camden. At the culmination of the Summer Institute, students delivered presentations to fellow

peers, family, and the RU-C community. Because of this community-partnered, strategic, and proactive approach:

X 97% of students passed their summer course, helping them to get a head start on earning their degree

X Through the Building Bridges project, students gained a better understanding of, and connection to, the Camden community, including the city’s history, challenges, and the resilience of its members

X The Building Bridges project also helped to establish relationships between the EOF program and Camden-based organizations (Center for Environmental Transformation (CFET), Cathedral Kitchen, Mighty Writers Camden, and Camden County Youth Development (CCYD), providing opportunities for future engagement and collaboration opportunities with our students

The EOF Summer Institute and The Building Bridges Project serve as important cohort engagement and transition initiatives for our students. These initiatives were informed by a combination of student success research-based literature, institutional priorities, and programmatic assessments indicating a need to strengthen students’ sense of belonging, engagement, and connection to both the campus and surrounding community. By connecting students with local Camden-based nonprofit organizations, the student participants gained opportunities for applied learning, reflection, and meaningful engagement beyond the classroom, all of which are associated with increased persistence and student success.

National Student Worker Week Celebration

During the spring 2025 semester, we celebrated National Student Worker Week. During the week’s long recognition, the division’s staff hosted programs to increase students’ employability, marketability, and workplace acumen and to celebrate their contributions to the RU-C community. The recognition events compromised of a series of engaging activities, including a Kick-Off Celebration, a Financial Fitness Workshop, a Professional Skills Panel Discussion, and a Pop-Up Career Resources Fair. This was an inaugural event for the Rutgers–Camden campus. Because of this strategic proactive approach to cohort (student workers) engagement:

X More than 130 student workers, representing SAS and 10 additional university departments, along with six employer partners, participated in a series of engaging activities

X Students’ employment contributions were recognized, and they experienced professional and financial development. Through workshops and employer engagement, students strengthened their workplace competencies and career readiness while building connections with university staff and industry partners

X The Career Center saw an immediate increase in students’ scheduling appointments and attending workshops in the weeks following the event

Recognizing student workers is important to student workers’ sense of belonging and identity consciousness. National Student Worker Week and other student worker recognition and celebration opportunities will continue to be part of what strengthens the connection between the RU-C community and the RU-C student workers.

Centering Students in Operational Procedures

Student Success Insider

The Student Success Insider, also known as the SSI, is the division’s tri-annual e-newsletter. Several student, faculty, and staff initiatives and accomplishments are highlighted and detailed along the way in each issue. The goal of the SSI is to increase sense of belonging all RU-C campus community members and increase the connection between students and the campus community. In the SSI, students can readily see themselves as part of the campus community through their participation in programs such as EOF, TRiO, and OSDFA. Faculty and staff are highlighted for their ongoing contributions to student success, inside and outside of the classroom. Because of this strategic initiative, that centers students:

STUDENT SUCCESS

Student Workers

X Students can use the SSI in their academic and professional portfolios – students gain tangible recognition and published content that showcase their communication, teamwork, and other skills

X Student workers in the division (approximately 40) and their many contributions to the campus community are recognized and celebrated

The SSI promotes, among students and the larger campus community, a sense of belonging, identity consciousness, and academic responsibility. We take pride in highlighting and displaying the good student success work and outcomes and being able to provide that information to the campus community.

Financial Hold Texting Campaign

In the spring 2025 semester, the Office of Retention began a new approach in texting students about financial holds. Prior to this semester, outreach related to financial holds was typically one-way and instructed students to visit the One-Stop, without additional support information and details. Instead, this new outreach started a conversation with a student, which either continued over text or prompted a meeting for an additional chat. The Financial Hold Texting Campaign approach was a strategic operational shift which put students at the center of the process. Because of this student success initiative:

X Students received a call to action; instead of needing to figure out their financial situation on their own, students were invited to talk about their questions and circumstances to prepare for their visit with the One-Stop

X Students were better prepared for understanding how to interact with the One-Stop office on campus, increasing their self-efficacy and sense of belonging This initiative demonstrates our commitment to student success supports and puts the students at the center of their academic responsibility and self-efficacy.

Increasing Partnerships; Developing Deeper Collaborations

Spring 2025 Camden City LEGACY Day

Camden City LEGACY Day is a partnered initiative with RU-C DICE and Enrollment Management divisions to increase Camden City student enrollment (LEGACY event) –particularly through the EOF pipeline. The purpose of this event was to engage Camden City seniors with Rutgers–Camden to help drive interest and yield attendance for Fall 2025. Students who were part of this event had applied to Rutgers–Camden and were admitted but had yet to make a commitment to Rutgers–Camden. The event was curated to engage students with the Rutgers–Camden community, primarily upperclassmen student leaders as well as SAS/DICE staff, with the hope that this connection would increase their interest in attending. The event was held on the Friday before Admitted Student Day, so that students had a weekend full of events that were meant to show them why Rutgers–Camden should be their top choice. Because of this strategic cross-division and Camden community collaboration:

X The relationship between Camden City Schools and the RU-C campus community is strengthened and better connected (6 schools)

X 21 students from the Camden City Schools were able to attend

X 10 students from the Camden City Schools accepted their admissions offer after attending

This initiative aligns with the campus strategic plan, specifically Pillars 3 and 4 which focuses on enhancing recruitment processes and driving enrollment for Camden City residents and driving potential first-year student engagement in campus culture. This initiative also promotes and strengthens a sense of belonging and identity consciousness among the students and the campus community. Our Beloved Camden Community is and will always be included in our partnership and collaboration efforts.

Employer Sponsorships

The Career Center partners with employers and alumni to connect students with real-time career trends across all RU-C majors. Employers such as Enterprise Mobility collaborate with the Center to deliver informative workshops on topics including LinkedIn best practices, elevator pitches, and professional branding. Recognizing that many students face barriers as they prepare for their careers, Enterprise Mobility and other employer partners have also sponsored key services that enhance the student experience and promote equitable access to career readiness resources. Because of this strategic employer partnership and collaborative venture:

X 200+ students utilized the LinkedIn Photo Booth sponsored by Enterprise Mobility to obtain a free professional headshot — an essential tool for building a strong online presence

X Subaru and RU-C Alumni contributions to the Camden Career Closet provided 100+ pieces of professional attire, ensuring students are equipped for interviews and professional events

We are grateful for our connections with our employer partners. These partners work with us to provide students with the most valuable employee development and advancement tools and opportunities. The partnership with Enterprise Mobility specifically helps to promote identity consciousness and academic responsibility among our RU-C students.

Intentional and Differentiated Supports for Diverse Populations

Spring 2025 First-Gen Week

In honor of First-Gen College Celebration Day, SAS hosted a week-long celebration comprised of 10 events, a mixture of tabling and formal programs. This included our FirstGen faculty, students, staff, and alumni mixer, our signature kickoff event that brings together the first-gen community. NJ Assemblyman William Spearman a representative of the Fifth District, a Rutgers–Camden alum, and a first-generation college student was the keynote of the event, offering words of advice and encouragement for our students, emphasizing the importance of pushing forward in the face of obstacles to meet your goals. The E3C (Educational Equity and Excellence Collaborative) also supported our first-gen week events. This included having representatives attend our mixer, as well as helping sponsor the Sneaker Ball event held during that week and hosted by B1GS (our first-generation college student organization). This intentional and unique initiative for students:

X Provides a necessary and warranted opportunity to bring awareness to and highlight the experiences of our first-gen students on the campus, which comprises over 50% of our undergraduates

X Offers purposeful space for first-gen students to come together in community to share their stories and celebrate their resilience and perseverance in pursuit of their goals in achieving a college degree

The RU-C faculty and staff partner together to support the success of all students, with specific focuses on first-gen students. First-Gen Week and other like initiatives support student success in the areas of identity consciousness and sense of belonging.

Career Support Services

During the fall 2024 semester, the Career Center (now known as the Career Advancement Center) hosted an exclusive networking event where selected juniors and seniors from the Rutgers School of Business–Camden connected with 12 leading Accounting and CPA firms. The event provided students with direct access to employers actively seeking talent and helped them gain valuable insights into industry expectations. Through this intentional partnership:

X 25 students were selected from the applicants to participate in the event

X Several firms identified students for follow-up interviews and internship opportunities, underscoring the event’s effectiveness in bridging classroom learning with professional readiness

In preparation, students participated in targeted resume reviews and workshops focused on networking strategies and elevator pitch development, enabling them to confidently showcase their skills and experiences. This initiative and several other Career Advancement Center initiatives assist students with affirming their identity consciousness, sense of belonging, and academic responsibility.

Student Testimonials

Check out our student reflections about us and their experiences at RU-C!

CAREER ADVANCEMENT CENTER

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I’ve had the privilege of working closely with the Career Center over the past three years, particularly with Jaime Flagg, to refine my resume, job applications, and interview skills. That guidance helped me secure incredible internship experiences and ultimately led to my full-time job acceptance with Sanofi in their four-year Marketing & Sales Leadership Development Program. I owe a lot to the Career Center, especially Jaime, and I’ve even used what I’ve learned to help four of my friends secure internships and job offers in the past few weeks.

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Figueroa

Senior, Marketing

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Syed

Sophomore, History

Tiffany is a very generous, patient, thoughtful, understanding, and helpful tutor! I look forward to future sessions with her.

Renuka Kumar Senior, Biology

Rozina was really sweet, and she even took her time out to help me out with problems and make sure I understood everything!

Rachelle White Senior, Finance

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Lucas is fantastic, kind, and patient. I am blown by how fast his mind calculates. I am struggling, and he cheers when I get an answer correct. He’s a pleasure to work with.

EOF

The Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) has provided me with countless opportunities and meaningful experiences— from last summer through the beginning and end of my freshman year — that have helped me understand who I am and why I’m at Rutgers.

When I first joined the EOF Summer Institute, I was nervous and a little shy. I had never lived away from my parents before, and moving into the dorms felt completely new. But over time, I adjusted, made friends both inside and outside the residence halls, and began to realize that I truly belonged here. The Summer Institute offered fun activities and informative events that taught me what to expect in college, introduced me to the many resources available at Rutgers, and showed me how to use those resources wisely.

Batuhan Ozdemir Junior, Health Sciences

Throughout my freshman year, EOF continued to support me. I always made sure to read the emails they sent because they kept me informed about workshops, deadlines, and events happening within the program. The monthly workshops helped me build motivation, strengthen my academic skills, and think critically about my goals as a student.

The most valuable part of my experience, though, has been my monthly meetings with my counselor. Each time we met, we discussed my progress, grades, and plans for the future — including my goal of becoming a dentist. My counselor helped me stay on track, reflect on what I learned from the workshops, and think ahead to the next steps in my academic and career journey.

By the end of my freshman year, I realized how much I had grown because of EOF. The program didn’t just help me transition to college — it gave me a community, guidance, and the confidence to pursue my goals. EOF has truly shaped my first year at Rutgers and set the foundation for my future success.

Student Testimonials (continued)

TRiO helped me a lot my first year on campus. They helped me feel more connected to the campus and helped develop me. I now take on leadership roles and feel prepared because of the development provided to me in TRiO.

Albert Rivera Sophomore, Nursing

My TRiO counselor is always giving me new study habits and general advice and that has really helped me out. I feel more open to be vulnerable when I can talk to someone one-onone. I’m able to say what I really want to say and what’s on my mind and having TRiO is having people who care.

The office had helped me a lot as a first-gen student. They had all the resources and the help from everyone there throughout the school year from work to class and more made a difference for me.

The staff of OSDFA are so helpful between their expertise, their flexibility, and their dedication to you and your application.

Amaya Solar Sophomore, Political Science & Urban Studies

Sophia Westfall Senior, English Cindy Do Senior, Biology

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Through the application process, I learned that I’m more capable and deserving of these opportunities than I first thought. Once I truly committed to the process, it stopped feeling like a scary chore and became more of a prideful narrative I was eager to perfect. I also gained perspective on how competitive and prestigious these awards can be, which at times sparked moments of self doubt and comparison. Still, that challenge pushed me to recognize my uniqueness that make my journey worth sharing.

During the application process, I was able to solidify and truly think about what I want to do in the future, and helped me form my future career trajectory. I learned what I was truly passionate about and what my drive is. Completing the application was one of the best choices I have made.

As an applicant, I learned the importance of deeply reflecting on my personal story and its connection to the scholarship’s mission. The process of applying allowed me to explore my family’s immigration journey and their sacrifices, which gave me a renewed sense of gratitude and purpose. I also gained valuable insight into effectively communicating my story and aligning it with the goals of the fellowship.

Student Testimonials (continued)

TRANSFER STUDENT SERVICES

As a 35 year-old transfer student, navigating the demands of being a full-time student and a mom has been a significant challenge. Ms. Boswer has been an invaluable guide and source of support. During times when I felt completely overwhelmed by schoolwork, parenting, and life, she helped me find a sense of mental stability and clarity. Whenever I needed help, she was consistently there to connect me with essential resources. Ms. Bowser has gently pushed me to excel and to embrace opportunities I never dreamed were possible, consistently encouraging me to step outside of my comfort zone. Her belief in my potential has truly been a transformative force in my academic journey.

CAMDEN FELLOWS

Before joining the Camden Fellows Program, I often felt unsure about how I would manage my housing, finances, and overall stability while focusing on school. Being part of this program completely changed that. The Fellows provided me with the security of campus housing during breaks and helped me access financial resources I didn’t even know were available from emergency funds to support with textbooks and living expenses. Also, this program has given me the biggest peace of mind through the security and support system I’ve been welcomed into.

Senior, Social Work

Beyond the practical help, the biggest impact has been the sense of community. I’ve met people who truly understand my experiences and challenges, and that has made me feel seen, supported, and encouraged. The staff and other Fellows have become like a family because they are always checking in, offering guidance, and celebrating every small win with me. Because of Camden Fellows, I’ve been able to stay focused on my education without the constant fear of instability. The program has helped me build confidence, financial independence, and a network of people who genuinely want to see me succeed. I feel like it’s more than a program but it’s a community that gives me hope for my future.

Diamani Waugh Sophomore, Psychology

CAMDEN FELLOWS

Camden Fellows has supported me in ways I didn’t even realize I needed. They provided me with stable housing every semester, which eased a fear I had when I first enrolled here. As someone who has consistently been a 24/7 student, housing insecurity and access to meals were huge concerns that have been put to rest thanks to the Camden Fellows crew.

I remember when I was in the hospital alone and didn’t know who to turn to — Railyn pulled through and stayed with me the whole time. Please believe me, I HATE hospitals, especially when I’m by myself, and she stayed with me throughout. That’s going above and beyond!

They have reminded me every day that I am worthy of being loved, that I am worthy of being here, and on the days when I feel like giving up or that little germ of imposter syndrome sneaks up, they remind me that I am worthy of this space and that I will graduate. Best believe I will be walking across that stage come May!

In all seriousness, I am forever grateful for Camden Fellows and their amazing team who has supported me in every way, loved me through my hardest moments, and truly inspired me to continue to love myself and love my community — and for that, I will carry them in my heart long after I walk across that stage.

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Student Testimonials (continued)

MOUNTAINVIEW / NJ STEP

As a computer science undergraduate who never imagined pursuing a technical academic path, I can say with absolute confidence that the Mountainview Community program has been instrumental in shaping both my academic and professional journey. This program truly works — it transforms lives. Mountainview Community provides justice-impacted, nontraditional students with more than just resources; it offers a sense of belonging, advocacy, and hope. Through its dedicated network of support, Mountainview Community makes it possible for students like me to not only navigate but thrive within a prestigious academic institution like Rutgers University.

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Darius Murphy Junior, Social Work

Wali Palmer Senior, Computer Science

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The Mountainview Community has helped launch my college journey. I was often uncommunicative with unfamiliar individuals, but the support and belief helped me open doors that I never imagined possible. Both the staff and my fellow cohorts have played a significant role in my academic and professional development as a scholar and author.

CAMDEN FELLOWS

The New Jersey STEP Program, now known as the Mountainview Community Program, completely changed the direction of my life. Before joining, I didn’t believe in myself or see any real future ahead of me. This program helped me rebuild my confidence and showed me that education could open doors I never thought possible. The staff and professors encouraged me to keep going, even when I doubted myself. They reminded me that I had value and that my past did not define who I was or who I could become.

Harold Thompson Junior, Social Work

Through their support, I earned my associate degree and continued my education toward a bachelor’s in social work at Rutgers University–Camden. Each step forward has given me a stronger sense of purpose and hope. The program taught me to believe not only in myself but also in people who truly want to see others succeed. Today, my future is bright, and I have goals I once thought were out of reach. I will always be grateful to the Mountainview Community Program for helping me find a new beginning.

Conclusion

We hope you enjoyed this Impact Report. Please be on the lookout for our Impact Report for AY 25-26! To learn more about the Division of here.

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