Unsure what kind of work might appeal to you? Expand your network and strike up conversations.
“Use social media tools to see what’s out there and what has changed,” said Maria Heidkamp, director of program development at the Heldrich Center for Workforce Development at Rutgers University. “If you’re interested in a certain industry, follow people posting articles [in that field] and comment on them. Join industry groups and meetups.”
Roadway flood inundation can impede travel to work, the distribution of goods, public access to essential services, and emergency response operations. Knowing where and when roads may flood is essential for emergency planning as well as the implementation of the...
In an interview with New Jersey Family last fall, we asked Leigh Ann Von Hagen, executive director of the Alan M. Voorhees Transportation Center at Rutgers University, what teens should do to stay as safe as possible when riding an e-bike. “Safety isn’t just about...
The Rutgers Board of Governors inducted Christiana “Chris” Foglio as the newest trustee member effective July 1. Foglio, founder and chief executive officer of Community Investment Strategies, Inc., which specializes in the management and construction of affordable...
'What is a 'Stroad?' Why Route 1 is a perfect example Transportation experts say roads like Route 1 are designed to move traffic quickly while also serving businesses and neighborhoods — a combination that can create safety challenges for drivers and pedestrians....
By Hannah Younes, Leigh Ann Von Hagen, Greg Woltman, Analise Draghi The New Jersey Target Zero Action Plan, adopted in December 2025, identified a need for more immediate responses to fatal crashes. Action G.9. calls on the state to “explore a model Target Zero Rapid...