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SUMMARY:Meck Memorial Lecture--Not the Master’s Tools: 5\,000 years of  Money\, Credit\, and Community Banking
DESCRIPTION:Presented by\nOscar Perry Abello\nSenior Economics Correspondent\, Next City \nWhile the laws\, regulations\, and structure of banking greatly influence land use\, urban planning and housing\, banking itself is poorly understood—even by many who work in banking. Looking around today\, it may seem like big banks have always lorded over the economy\, but in reality\, it was community banks that did the bulk of the work to finance the expansion of infrastructure\, homes\, small businesses and industries that built the cities and rural economies that make up our country today. Even less understood is how the pattern of local ownership and local control over the banking system that helped build this country is part of a pattern that has shown up in thriving cultures and societies going back 5\,000 years\, to the very earliest written records of human activity we have found so far. While it is true\, as Audre Lorde wrote\, that the master’s tools will never dismantle the master’s house\, banking and money and credit were never the master’s tools to begin with. It’s time for communities to take them back again. \nOscar Perry Abello is currently the senior economic justice correspondent for Next City\, an independent\, not-for-profit\, online publication covering cities from the lens of social\, racial\, and environmental justice. He is also the author of The Banks We Deserve: Reclaiming Community Banking for a Just Economy\, forthcoming in February 2025 from Island Press. Oscar’s writing has also appeared in Yes! Magazine\, City & State New York\, Impact Alpha\, Shelterforce\, and other outlets. Oscar is a child of immigrants descended from the former colonial subjects of the Spanish and U.S. imperial regimes in the Philippines. He was born in New York City\, and raised in the inner-ring suburbs of Philadelphia. He has a bachelor’s degree from Villanova University\, majoring in economics and minoring in peace and justice studies. He spent several years embedded in the international development industry before transitioning into journalism full-time in 2015. He currently lives in New York City with his domestic partner and the two most photogenic kitties in the world. \nWatch the Video
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/meck-memorial-lecture-not-the-masters-tools-5000-years-of-money-credit-and-community-banking/
LOCATION:Bloustein School\, Civic Square Building\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Public,Public Policy,Seminar,Urban Planning
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SUMMARY:Rutgers Then and Now! Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the launch of “Rutgers Then and Now\,” a compelling new book by Jim Hughes\, Richard Edwards\, and David Listoken which chronicles Rutgers University’s remarkable journey from a small colonial college to a leading public research institution. Through engaging narratives and vivid illustrations\, the authors trace the university’s transformation over the centuries\, highlighting key events\, milestones\, and individuals that have shaped its growth. The book provides a unique perspective by juxtaposing historical moments with current developments\, offering an insightful view of how Rutgers has evolved while staying true to its core values. Authors Jim Hughes\, Dick Edwards\, and David Listoken will be present at the event\, alongside faculty\, staff\, board members\, university leadership\, and retired faculty. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere will be a presentation and discussion with the authors\, followed by a reception and book signing event. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-then-and-now-book-launch/
LOCATION:Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering\, 500 Bartholomew Road\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Public,Social Gathering,Symposium/Workshop,Urban Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260908T094752
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241107T210621Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Bloustein Alumni Awards Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Since 1994\, the Bloustein School Alumni Association has aimed to present awards to accomplished alumni each year. Our goal is to pay tribute to alumni and friends to recognize their outstanding achievement and/or service to the Bloustein School\, their communities\, and/or their professions. Alumni are recognized by the Bloustein School Alumni Association in the following two categories: Career Achievement and Rising Star. In 2025\, we have also added a new award for retired faculty\, to honor extraordinary dedication and lasting contributions\, celebrating the distinguished careers of those who have shaped the minds of countless students\, made significant research contributions to their field\, and long-standing service to Bloustein and the Rutgers academic community at large. \n  \nPARKING REGISTRATION REQUIRED: All non-Rutgers guests must register to park on campus. Please use this link for special event parking permission in Lots 1\, 11 & 16. This parking is for the Bloustein Alumni Awards Celebration ONLY. A confirmation email will be sent to the email address provided on the form.
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/2025-bloustein-alumni-awards-celebration/
LOCATION:Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University\, 71 Hamilton Street\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Public,Social Gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T183000
DTSTAMP:20260908T094752
CREATED:20250325T200844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T135744Z
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SUMMARY:Rutgers Spring Health Administration Alumni Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about careers in various healthcare sectors? Attend this virtual networking event to meet with\, ask questions\, and gain invaluable advice from Bloustein Alumni who graduated from the MHA\, undergraduate Health Administration and Public Health programs and are working in various healthcare industries.\n\nhttps://go.rutgers.edu/Spring2025HAAlumniNetworkingEvent
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-spring-health-administration-alumni-networking-event/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career Workshop Panel Roundtable,Health Administration,Public Health,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T193000
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SUMMARY:Philly Alumni Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Reconnect with Bloustein friends and colleagues at Wicked Wolf Philadelphia. Enjoy some apps and a free drink while you network with Bloustein Alumni from the area!! \nJoin us for an alumni mixer in Philadelphia on Thursday\, June 5th at Wicked Wolf Philadelphia. https://www.wickedwolfphiladelphia.com/ This mixer is hosted by Robert Nardi (LC ’75\, MCRP ’78) \nPlease RSVP to Madison Welch.
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/philly-alumni-mixer/
LOCATION:Wicked Wolf Philadelphia\, 1214-1216 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Social Gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T180506Z
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SUMMARY:Graduate Career Services Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Meet Career Management Specialists Andrea Garrido and Cheryl Egan for a two-part orientation. First\, learn about the resources\, tools\, and services to support you on your journey from grad student to professional\, including our calendar of professional development and career events\, job and internship support\, and alumni connections. Part II features a panel of Bloustein Alumni hiring managers who will share what they seek in candidates and will offer their advice as you prepare for your upcoming internship and job searches. \nRegister here.
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/graduate-career-services-orientation/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career Information Session,CAREERS,Graduate Information Session,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T180000
DTSTAMP:20260908T094752
CREATED:20250930T162154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T181129Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Healthcare Leadership – A C-Suite Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an engaging conversation with Tom Scott\, MHA\, FACHE\, FABC\, President and CEO of CentraState Healthcare System and Stella Visaggio\, CPA\, CFO of Overlook Medical Center as they share their career journeys and invaluable advice on becoming an impactful leader. Moderated by Jane Kaye\, Bloustein School Assistant Teaching Professor. \nOpen to Bloustein alumni\, graduate and undergraduate students. \nRSVP here.
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/navigating-healthcare-leadership-a-c-suite-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career Professional Development,CAREERS,Health Administration,Student Organization,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T193000
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CREATED:20250821T150207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T194303Z
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SUMMARY:New Brunswick Alumni Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Reconnect with Bloustein friends and colleagues at Harvest Moon Brewery & Cafe\, 392 George St\, New Brunswick\, NJ 08901 on Thursday\, October 16th\, 2025\, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Hosted by Robert Nardi (LC ’75\, MCRP ’78). \nRegister Today: go.rutgers.edu/fall25mixer
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/new-brunswick-alumni-mixer/
LOCATION:Harvest Moon Brewery\, 392 George Street\, New Brunswick\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Social Gathering
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T183000
DTSTAMP:20260908T094752
CREATED:20250925T135459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T180110Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Policy-Focused Career Pathways: Exploring Graduates' Policy-Focused Careers
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the New Jersey State Policy Lab to listen to and meet several of the many former students who have worked with NJSPL over the years. These alumni have gone on to pursue a variety of public policy-focused careers in areas including healthcare\, housing\, and economics. \nIn the four years since the NJSPL’s inception at Rutgers University\, it has employed more than 100 graduate and undergraduate students as part of specific research projects and/or in the annual summer internship program. Many of their former interns and research assistants have stepped into professional careers in assorted policy arenas at the local\, state\, and federal levels. \nThis event will feature former interns\, teaching assistants\, and research assistants who worked with the NJSPL. They will discuss their policy interests\, research\, and career paths\, followed by time for networking\, where current students will learn more about careers where they can make a difference in assorted policy arenas. This event will help current students envision and navigate the transition from theory to practice\, operationalizing their ideals in their career choices. \nLight refreshments will be provided. Register for our event today.
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/navigating-policy-focused-career-pathways-exploring-graduates-policy-focused-careers/
LOCATION:Bloustein School\, Civic Square Building\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career Workshop Panel Roundtable,CAREERS,Public,Public Health,Public Policy,Seminar,Urban Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T180000
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CREATED:20260420T142756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T142756Z
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SUMMARY:Rutgers Spring Health Administration Alumni Panel & Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for virtual networking and an opportunity to meet with\, ask questions\, and gain invaluable advice from Bloustein alumni about various healthcare settings and careers including:\n\nAdministrative Fellowships\nEducation\nHospital / Healthcare Systems\nPharmaceuticals / MedTech\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/rutgers-spring-health-administration-alumni-panel-networking-event/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career Workshop Panel Roundtable,Health Administration,Public Health,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T160000
DTSTAMP:20260908T094752
CREATED:20260609T192744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T193851Z
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SUMMARY:We Mean Something to Each Other: Life in Memorial Homes Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for “We Mean Something to Each Other: Life in Memorial Homes\,” a public exhibition celebrating the history and legacy of Memorial Homes\, a New Brunswick public housing development that was the heart of a vibrant\, close-knit community. \nNearly 25 years after its demolition\, this exhibition brings Memorial Homes back into view through the eyes of the people who lived there. Developed in dialogue with former residents\, it is the culmination of two linked courses offered in spring 2026 at the Mason Gross School of the Arts and the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University. \nThe exhibition features: \n\nPlanning research by Bloustein graduate students\nOriginal artworks by Mason Gross graduate art students\nArtifacts and oral histories from community members\nPhotography by Ben Gest and Phil Buehler\n\n🗓 Opening Reception: Saturday\, July 11 | 1–4 PM\nFood and refreshments will be served. \n📅 On View: July 11–29\, 2026 \n🕐 Gallery Hours: \n\nMon–Wed & Sat: 10:30 AM–6 PM\nThurs–Fri: 10:30 AM–7 PM\n\nFree and open to the public. Wheelchair accessible.
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/we-mean-something-to-each-other-life-in-memorial-homes-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Mason Gross Galleries\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Public,Urban Planning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T190000
DTSTAMP:20260908T094752
CREATED:20260617T143000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T143000Z
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SUMMARY:Bloustein Alumni Mixer NYC
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a fun reunion with friends at our NYC Bloustein Alumni Mixer\, hosted by Eric Enderlin (BA ’88) and Robert Nardi (LC ’75\, MCRP ’78). Take this opportunity to expand your professional network\, create new friendships\, and meet Dean Shapiro. \nRSVP REQUIRED HERE. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, email alumni@ejb.rutgers.edu. \nDue to the FIFA tournament at MetLife Stadium on the original date of this event (June 25th)\, the mixer has been rescheduled to September 17th.
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/bloustein-alumni-mixer-nyc/
LOCATION:Tailor Public House\, 505 8th Ave\, New York\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T151728Z
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SUMMARY:Professional Planner (PP) Exam Prep
DESCRIPTION:Are you preparing to take the Professional Planner (PP) Exam in New Jersey? \nThe American Planning Association New Jersey Chapter is hosting a PP Exam Prep on Saturday\, October 24 via Zoom. This comprehensive prep course is designed to help you succeed by covering key topics you’ll encounter on the exam including the State Plan\, County Planning Act\, environmental regulations\, affordable housing\, Planning Board and Board of Adjustment activities\, MLUL\, regional planning entities\, and other relevant material. \nREGISTER HERE \nRecommended Resources: \n\nThe Complete Guide to Planning in New Jersey (2018) – This valuable resource is strongly recommended and can be purchased at the time of registration.\nA digital copy of the MLUL will be included with your course materials. A bound copy is also recommended and can be purchased directly from the New Jersey Planning Officials website.\n\nQuestions? Contact APA New Jersey’s Professional Development Officer for Exam Prep\, John Barree.
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/professional-planner-pp-exam-prep/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career Professional Development,External,Symposium/Workshop,Urban Planning,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260908T094752
CREATED:20260904T185840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T190028Z
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SUMMARY:2027 Bloustein School Alumni Awards Celebration
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE! The Bloustein School Alumni Awards Celebration will be held Wednesday\, February 3\, 2027\, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Zimmerli Art Museum.  \nNominations for the 2027 Bloustein School Alumni Achievement Awards are now open. The Alumni Achievement Awards recognize Bloustein School alumni who have made exemplary contributions to their professions and communities\, while demonstrating support of the Bloustein School. Please take some time to nominate alumni for the following categories: \n\nCareer Achievement: For this award\, nominate a Bloustein School Alum with 15 or more years of experience in their field\, whose personal and professional accomplishments have demonstrated the highest standard of the public service ethic and whose commitment to civic improvement has brought credit to themselves\, their communities\, and the Bloustein School.\nRising Star: For this award\, nominate a Bloustein School Alum with fewer than 15 years of experience in their field\, whose personal and professional accomplishments have been of the highest caliber and have brought credit to the school.\n\nPlease submit your nominations using the Microsoft Form linked below. The deadline for nominations is Thursday\, October 8th\, COB. \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to alumni@ejb.rutgers.edu. \nLink: Bloustein School Alumni Awards Nomination Form – Fill out form
URL:https://bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/2027-bloustein-school-alumni-awards-celebration/
LOCATION:Zimmerli Art Museum at Rutgers University\, 71 Hamilton Street\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Public,Social Gathering
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