Honors College - Rutgers University, New Brunswick

Honors College - Rutgers University, New Brunswick Rutgers–NB Honors College
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The Honors College at Rutgers-New Brunswick, established in 2015, is built on a legacy of honors education at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. As we celebrate Rutgers’ 250th anniversary, the Honors College redefines interdisciplinary education by inviting students from across the liberal arts and professional schools to live and work together to tackle global issues. Attracting the hig

hest achievers from New Jersey, across the country and around the world, the Honors College is a community where intellectual curiosity, hands-on knowledge, diversity, collaboration, and giving back are central to its philosophy.

Attention Honors College enrolling students! Complete or update your housing application and select "Rutgers Honors Hous...
06/02/2026

Attention Honors College enrolling students! Complete or update your housing application and select "Rutgers Honors Housing" by June 5.

To live in a residence hall with fellow Honors College students, you must select "Rutgers Honors Housing" on your housing application and submit it by this Friday, June 5. Placement is not automatic.

The Rutgers Housing Application, including updates to an already submitted application, is due June 5. If you've already selected "Rutgers Honors Housing" on your application, no additional action is needed.

See our First-Year Housing Application webpage with instructions for choosing "Rutgers Honors Housing:" go.rutgers.edu/gytrxx3z

Next, we're introducing Lead Honors Community Mentor Maya Zarcone ('27, SAS/HC), an Honors College student double majori...
06/01/2026

Next, we're introducing Lead Honors Community Mentor Maya Zarcone ('27, SAS/HC), an Honors College student double majoring in computer science and classics. In the future, she hopes to pursue a graduate degree in computer science and work as a software engineer. On campus, Maya is involved with the Aresty Research Center as a Peer Instructor, as well as the Learning Assistant Program, Society of Women Engineers, and Rutgers Art History Student Association. In her free time, Maya enjoys drawing, reading, and traveling.

During Welcome Week, say hi to Maya, and ask her about getting involved!

Honors College Class of 2030! It's Mentor Monday again, and today we're introducing two amazing Community Mentors who ar...
06/01/2026

Honors College Class of 2030! It's Mentor Monday again, and today we're introducing two amazing Community Mentors who are part of your Welcome Team!

First up is Dylan Adamo (’28, SAS/HC), an Honors College student majoring in applied physics and music performance, studying with Professor Nye, a bassoonist for the New York Philharmonic. Outside of music performance, he has volunteered to teach music in his community’s summer programs and has experience teaching one-on-one. In his free time, Dylan enjoys playing video games, hiking, cooking, traveling, and connecting with others.

Be sure to introduce yourself to Dylan during Welcome Week in late August, and ask him about his interdisciplinary studies!

05/28/2026

Congratulations to HC Senior Anjo and all who presented their research!

Today, we're also introducing Lakim Williams ('27, RBS/HC), another member of your Welcome Team and a Lead Honors Colleg...
05/25/2026

Today, we're also introducing Lakim Williams ('27, RBS/HC), another member of your Welcome Team and a Lead Honors College Community Mentor. Lakim is majoring in supply chain management, driven by a deep belief that the way you build something is just as important as what you build. Lakim works across operations and strategy, from interning with BMW Group to running his own fashion brand where he manages everything from vendor sourcing to the final product drop. He also serves as a Peer Mentor with THRIVE, walking alongside continuing students as they navigate their path. When he's not in work mode, Lakim is designing streetwear, hooping, or finding new ways to turn creative ideas into something real.

Be sure to talk with Lakim during Welcome Week about how he pursued opportunities on campus.

Happy Mentor Monday, HC Class of 2030! Today, we're introducing Alejandra Afanador ('27, SAS/HC), a Lead Honors Communit...
05/25/2026

Happy Mentor Monday, HC Class of 2030! Today, we're introducing Alejandra Afanador ('27, SAS/HC), a Lead Honors Community Mentor and another member of your Welcome Team!

Alejandra is an Honors College student majoring in political science with a double minor in psychology and philosophy, politics, and economics, aspiring to pursue a career in law. In addition to serving as a Lead Honors Community Mentor at the Honors College, Alejandra is the Founding President of BridgeRutgers alongside dedicated leadership of the Latin American Student Organization (LASO) and Latino Student Council (LSC). She also has a history of involvement in student government. Passionate about civic engagement, Alejandra is a strong advocate for student leadership, community building, and professional development. In her free time, she enjoys reading, writing, and connecting with others.

During Welcome Week, ask Alejandra about her experiences as a student leader and how she got involved. See you soon for another Welcome Team introduction.

As part of your Welcome Team, Honors College Class of 2030, we're also introducing today Jerry DeBlois ('27, SAS/HC), a ...
05/18/2026

As part of your Welcome Team, Honors College Class of 2030, we're also introducing today Jerry DeBlois ('27, SAS/HC), a Lead Honors Community Mentor who is majoring in biological sciences, seeking to become a physician with a focus on public healthcare education. Jerry also works with Digital Classroom Services as a Digital Support Specialist, assists in oncological research, and is the president of Perfect Pair Rutgers. When he has free time, Jerry loves to play soccer, explore nature, DJ, and hang with his friends!

Be sure to say hi to Jerry during Welcome Week, and ask him about ways to get involved here on campus! Stay tuned for more HC Welcome Team member introductions next week!

Honors College Class of 2030! We'll be introducing members of your Welcome Team each Monday over the summer, so check ba...
05/18/2026

Honors College Class of 2030! We'll be introducing members of your Welcome Team each Monday over the summer, so check back often to meet some of our amazing student leaders who are here for you as part of your network of support in the Honors College community!

First up today is Nkosazana Burke-Douglas ('28, SAS/HC), a Lead Honors College Community Mentor who is majoring in clinical psychology and Korean, with aspirations of becoming a physician-scientist specializing in psychiatry. Beyond her studies and serving as an Honors Community Mentor, Nkosazana conducts research as a McNair Scholar and is a College Advising Fellow for Matriculate where she advises high school students with their college applications. She recently was the recipient of the Critical Language Scholarship, a fully funded scholarship from the United States Department of State to study Korean this summer!

Look for Nkosazana during Welcome Week when you arrive on campus later this summer, and watch for more Welcome Team introductions!

Honors College Class of 2030! Join the Honors Peer Mentor Program by THIS COMING MONDAY, MAY 18 — go.rutgers.edu/dbbef1m...
05/15/2026

Honors College Class of 2030! Join the Honors Peer Mentor Program by THIS COMING MONDAY, MAY 18 — go.rutgers.edu/dbbef1ma

You'll be matched this summer with your own Honors Peer Mentor, an upper-grade Honors College student, who will have similar academic, career, and/or extracurricular interests and can help you in your transition to college!

Meet Nistha Sheth ('26, SAS/HC) who is majoring in astrophysics, with hopes of pursuing her Ph.D in theoretical astrophysics. In addition to being one of our amazing Honors Peer Mentors, Nistha is the Secretary of the Society of Physics Students, does astrophotography with the Astronomical Society, and conducts research in astrochemistry in the Chemistry Department! Outside of academics, Nistha loves to dance and do origami, as well as spend time with family and friends.

Watch our Spring Roving Reporter to hear what Honors Peer Mentors say about supporting their first-year Mentees — go.rutgers.edu/w0paeyvn

05/14/2026

So proud of you, HC! ♥️

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