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SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Master of City and Regional Planning
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join us at this virtual informational session for the Rutgers – Bloustein School’s Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP) program during the Spring 2026 semester. We are excited to share helpful information about the Bloustein School\, the MCRP program\, and answer any questions you may have regarding admissions\, applications\, career opportunities in the field and the curriculum. Program faculty and staff will be on hand to answer all your questions. Each session will last approximately 1 hour. \n\nSee the application page for more information on deadlines and requirements. \nAll sessions will be held virtually via Zoom. \n\n\nRSVP required at: https://rutgers.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NNnfXqwVTFuGzjR22RfOMA 
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-master-of-city-and-regional-planning-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
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CREATED:20251223T180126Z
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UID:10000981-1771925400-1771929000@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Graduate Program in Public Informatics
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join us at one of our upcoming virtual informational sessions for Rutgers-Bloustein School’s fall 2025 virtual information sessions for our Master of Public Informatics (MPI) degree and our Graduate Certificate in Urban and Public Informatics. Learn more about the curriculum for our master’s degree and graduate certificate\, how to apply\, career services support for students\, and scholarship opportunities. \nSee the application page for more information on deadlines and requirements.\n\n\nPlease note that all start times listed below are in EST / EDT / New Jersey local time.\n\nWe look forward to seeing you at one of our info sessions this semester.\n\nRSVP required at: https://rutgers.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hpnDVlzZT_CmyWOzhJxnmQ
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-graduate-program-in-public-informatics-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/virtual-info-MPI.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20260109T224856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T224856Z
UID:10000990-1771336800-1771340400@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Undergraduate Pre-major Advising Session
DESCRIPTION:Pre-major advising sessions give interested students an opportunity to learn about the undergraduate program offerings at the Bloustein School. There is an overview of each major\, minor\, and certificate program\, including the admissions criteria and application processes for current and prospective Rutgers students. Students are encouraged to bring questions. The host advisor(s) will answer them or refer the student to the appropriate department/office. \n\n\n\nThese sessions are open to current Rutgers University students who are interested in declaring a Bloustein School major. \nStudents should have the following: \n\n One or more completed semesters at Rutgers with a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA.\n A final grade of C or higher or AP credits for College Writing – 01:355:101 (or equivalent)\n\nAttendance at the session will be used to confirm your engagement with our Office of Student and Academic Services\, which is required to declare a Bloustein School major. Cameras must be on. \nUpdate the Zoom app in advance. There will be a 5-minute grace period to enter the meeting after the start time. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/undergraduate-pre-major-advising-session-6/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Student Services,Undergraduate Information Session
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PreMajorAdvisingSessions-calendar.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20260109T224814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T224814Z
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SUMMARY:Undergraduate Pre-major Advising Session
DESCRIPTION:Pre-major advising sessions give interested students an opportunity to learn about the undergraduate program offerings at the Bloustein School. There is an overview of each major\, minor\, and certificate program\, including the admissions criteria and application processes for current and prospective Rutgers students. Students are encouraged to bring questions. The host advisor(s) will answer them or refer the student to the appropriate department/office. \n\n\n\nThese sessions are open to current Rutgers University students who are interested in declaring a Bloustein School major. \nStudents should have the following: \n\n One or more completed semesters at Rutgers with a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA.\n A final grade of C or higher or AP credits for College Writing – 01:355:101 (or equivalent)\n\nAttendance at the session will be used to confirm your engagement with our Office of Student and Academic Services\, which is required to declare a Bloustein School major. Cameras must be on. \nUpdate the Zoom app in advance. There will be a 5-minute grace period to enter the meeting after the start time. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/undergraduate-pre-major-advising-session-5/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Student Services,Undergraduate Information Session
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PreMajorAdvisingSessions-calendar.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20251022T160254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T160254Z
UID:10000944-1767798000-1767801600@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Undergraduate Pre-major Advising Session
DESCRIPTION:Pre-major advising sessions give interested students an opportunity to learn about the undergraduate program offerings at the Bloustein School. There is an overview of each major\, minor\, and certificate program\, including the admissions criteria and application processes for current and prospective Rutgers students. Students are encouraged to bring questions. The host advisor(s) will answer them or refer the student to the appropriate department/office. \n\n\n\nThese sessions are open to current Rutgers University students who are interested in declaring a Bloustein School major. \nStudents should have the following: \n\n One or more completed semesters at Rutgers with a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA.\n A final grade of C or higher or AP credits for College Writing – 01:355:101 (or equivalent)\n\nAttendance at the session will be used to confirm your engagement with our Office of Student and Academic Services\, which is required to declare a Bloustein School major. Cameras must be on. \nUpdate the Zoom app in advance. There will be a 5-minute grace period to enter the meeting after the start time. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/undergraduate-pre-major-advising-session-4/2026-01-07/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Student Services,Undergraduate Information Session
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PreMajorAdvisingSessions-calendar.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20251022T160214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T160214Z
UID:10000943-1765447200-1765450800@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Undergraduate Pre-major Advising Session
DESCRIPTION:Pre-major advising sessions give interested students an opportunity to learn about the undergraduate program offerings at the Bloustein School. There is an overview of each major\, minor\, and certificate program\, including the admissions criteria and application processes for current and prospective Rutgers students. Students are encouraged to bring questions. The host advisor(s) will answer them or refer the student to the appropriate department/office. \n\n\n\nThese sessions are open to current Rutgers University students who are interested in declaring a Bloustein School major. \nStudents should have the following: \n\n One or more completed semesters at Rutgers with a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA.\n A final grade of C or higher or AP credits for College Writing – 01:355:101 (or equivalent)\n\nAttendance at the session will be used to confirm your engagement with our Office of Student and Academic Services\, which is required to declare a Bloustein School major. Cameras must be on. \nUpdate the Zoom app in advance. There will be a 5-minute grace period to enter the meeting after the start time. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/undergraduate-pre-major-advising-session-3/2025-12-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Student Services,Undergraduate Information Session
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PreMajorAdvisingSessions-calendar.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T173000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20251110T171738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T172956Z
UID:10000962-1763568900-1763573400@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Dean's Listening Session Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:Come with your questions and hear from the Dean!  RSVP here \n 
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/deans-listening-session-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Bloustein School CSB\, Room 369A\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250905T212221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T212221Z
UID:10000877-1763488800-1763492400@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Doctor of Health Administration
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us at one our upcoming virtual informational sessions to learn more about the new Doctor of Health Administration (MHA) degree offered by the Bloustein School at Rutgers University. We are excited to share helpful information about the DHA curriculum and answer any questions you may have regarding admissions\, applications\, career opportunities in the field\, curriculum\, etc. Program executive director Soumitra Bhuyan will be on hand to answer all your questions. \n\nApplications to the DHA program do NOT require the GREs/GMATs. The application deadline for fall admission is July 1st for domestic applicants. \nAll sessions will be held virtually via Zoom and will last approximately 1 hour. The event Zoom link will be sent via email\, closer to the event\, to those who RSVP. \n\nPlease note that all times listed are EST / New Jersey local time. If you plan to join this session from a different time zone or a different country\, we ask that you please make sure to note the CORRECT local time at YOUR location for this information session.\n\nRSVP required at https://go.rutgers.edu/ejbdhainfo
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-doctor-of-health-administration-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/virtual-info-DHA.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20251110T150619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T150937Z
UID:10000961-1763481600-1763488800@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:2025 Service to Service Virtual School Recruitment Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Bloustein School is pleased to announce its participation in Service to Service\, a national initiative led by the Volcker Alliance and We the Veterans and Military Families. The program connects veterans and military families with public service education pathways\, helping them transition into impactful careers in public leadership. \nMembers of the military community curious about careers in state and local government\, considering a career change\, or seeking to transition to civilian life are encouraged to attend and explore the numerous degree options offered by participating schools. \nThe Bloustein School offers four interdisciplinary programs designed to prepare leaders for the complexities of modern public service and administration. \n\nIn public policy\, the two-year Master of Public Policy (MPP) and one-year\, mid-career focused Master of Public Affairs and Politics (MPAP) programs\n\n\nIn urban planning\, the STEM-designated Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP) is a two-year\, full-time program ranked #3 nationally by Planetizen.\n\n\nThe Master of Public Informatics (MPI) can be completed in three full-time semesters and focuses on data science\, data analytics\, AI\, visualization\, spatial analysis\, statistics\, and programming\, as well as the integration of these skills.\nThe Master of Health Administration (MHA) is a two-year\, full-time program\, CAHME-accredited\, and ranked #28 nationally by U.S. News and World Report.\nAll four programs also offer part-time enrollment and online course options.\n\nInterested veterans and military-connected students may register here. \nUnder the Service to Service agreement\, admitted military and veteran applicants who accept admission to any Rutgers Bloustein School’s master’s program via Service to Service are eligible for scholarship funding consideration. \n 
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/2025-service-to-service-virtual-school-recruitment-fair/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Military / Veterans,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20251104T214310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T214737Z
UID:10000960-1763406000-1763411400@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Open House: All NYC Area Planning Schools
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bloustein School at the virtual open house for all NYC area planning schools on Monday\, November 17\, 2025\, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm.\n\n\n \n\n\nRSVP at https://go.rutgers.edu/nycplanning\n\n\n \n\n\nAre you passionate about making cities more livable\, equitable\, and sustainable? Do you want to create healthy spaces for people of all generations and backgrounds? Do you want to help decarbonize cities and help them adapt to a changing climate? Are you concerned about congestion\, gentrification\, displacement\, and the lack of affordable housing?\n\n\n \n\n\nConsider a field that starts with people and unites policy\, design\, economics\, environment\, and society:  UrbanPlanning! Planning students learn how and why cities function\, strategies to transform cities\, and skills like design software\, economic modeling\, and facilitation. Develop your career in government\, the private sector\, or with non-government agencies helping communities in the U.S. or abroad.\n\n\n \n\n\nHear from alumni and practitioners about why they chose planning\, and from faculty and staff of the eight planning and #urbandesign programs in the New York region about what makes their programs unique.\n\n\n \n\n\nPARTICIPATING SCHOOLS: City College of New York; Columbia Graduate School of Architecture\, Planning and Preservation; Cornell City and Regional Planning; Hunter College; NYU Wagner; The New School; Pratt Institute; Rutgers University Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy \n\n\n 
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-open-house-all-nyc-area-planning-schools-2025/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20251112T161608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T161750Z
UID:10000963-1763398800-1763409600@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:FHA Rutgers Recruiting and Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for FHA Rutgers Recruiting and Networking event and learn about various organizations and opportunities that may be available for internships\, volunteer roles or entry level positions. \nRegister here- https://go.rutgers.edu/8du6xyv1 \nPlease wear business casual or professional attire to the event. You may also bring copies of your resume- please check with the representatives if they will have the capacity to collect resumes. \nThere will be Pizza too 🙂 \nOrganizations attending (Confirmed so far)-\n1. Hackensack Meridian Health\n2. Tal Healthcare\n3. Markie’s Place\n4. Leading in Love\n5. Oceans Family Success Center \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to  FHA Rutgers or Prof. Deoli at aakanksha.deoli@rutgers.edu.
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/fha-rutgers-recruiting-and-networking-event/
LOCATION:Bloustein School CSB\, First Floor Lobby\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Fair,Student Services,Undergraduate Information Session
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/FHA-recruiter-event-fall-2025.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250905T212334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T212334Z
UID:10000871-1762884000-1762887600@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Master of City and Regional Planning
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join us at this virtual informational session for the Rutgers – Bloustein School’s Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP) program during the Fall 2025 semester. We are excited to share helpful information about the Bloustein School\, the MCRP program\, and answer any questions you may have regarding admissions\, applications\, career opportunities in the field and the curriculum. Program faculty and staff will be on hand to answer all your questions. Each session will last approximately 1 hour. \n\nThe GRE has been WAIVED for all applications. Work experience is not required of applicants. The application deadline for spring 2025 admission is November 1st. The application deadline for fall 2026 admission WITH consideration for academic scholarship and fellowship funding is January 15th.  \nAll sessions will be held virtually via Zoom. \n\n\nRSVP required at:  https://go.rutgers.edu/ejbmcrpinfo
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-master-of-city-and-regional-planning-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/virtual-info-MCRP.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250905T212401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T212401Z
UID:10000867-1762452000-1762455600@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Graduate Program in Public Informatics
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join us at one of our upcoming virtual informational sessions for Rutgers-Bloustein School’s fall 2025 virtual information sessions for our Master of Public Informatics (MPI) degree and our Graduate Certificate in Urban and Public Informatics. Learn more about the curriculum for our master’s degree and graduate certificate\, how to apply\, career services support for students\, and scholarship opportunities. \nThe GRE is WAIVED for all applications. This program also offers Spring term (mid-year) admission\, with a November 1 application deadline for all applicants. Limited\, merit-based funding may be available for spring applicants. The final application deadline for fall 2026 admission for international students is May 1st and for domestic students is July 1st.\n\n\nRSVP is required. The Zoom link for the info sessions will be emailed out to those who have RSVP’d closer to the event.\n\nPlease note that all start times listed below are in EST / EDT / New Jersey local time.\n\nWe look forward to seeing you at one of our info sessions this semester.\n\n\n\n\nRSVP required at https://go.rutgers.edu/ejbmpiinfo
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-graduate-program-in-public-informatics-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/virtual-info-MPI.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250905T212147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T212147Z
UID:10000879-1762365600-1762369200@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Graduate Program in Public Policy
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join us at one of our virtual information sessions for our Master of Public Policy (MPP) degree and Master of Public Affairs and Politics (MPAP) executive master’s degree for mid-career professionals as well as our Graduate Certificate in Public Policy. Learn more about the academic curricula of these programs\, how to apply\, career services support for students\, merit-based funding awards\, etc. The GRE is NOT required for all applications.  We are now accepting applications for fall. The application deadline for international students is May 1st and August 1st for domestic applicants. This program also offers Spring term (mid-year) admission\, with a November 1 application deadline for all applicants. Limited\, merit-based funding may be available for spring applicants. \n\nThe Zoom link for the info sessions will be emailed out to those who have RSVP’d closer to the event.  Please note that all start times listed below are in EST / New Jersey local time. If you plan to join this session from a different time zone or a different country\, we ask that you please make sure to note the CORRECT local time at YOUR location for this information session.\n\n We look forward to seeing you at one of our info sessions this semester.\n\n.\n\nRSVP required at https://go.rutgers.edu/ejbpolicyinfo
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-graduate-program-in-public-policy-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/virtual-info-MPP.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250929T202542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T184435Z
UID:10000926-1761671700-1761674400@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:MHA Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:The MHA program will be holding an in-person listening session to discuss the MHA program from the student experience and meet with Professor Bhuyan.\n\nRSVP required. We will be serving refreshments!\n\nIf you have an online class at 6\, there will be open rooms available in the building where you can attend your class virtually.
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/mha-listening-session/
LOCATION:Bloustein School\, Civic Square Building\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Administration,Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20251001T160115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T160141Z
UID:10000942-1761235200-1761238800@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Undergraduate Pre-major Advising Session
DESCRIPTION:Pre-major advising sessions give interested students an opportunity to learn about the undergraduate program offerings at the Bloustein School. There is an overview of each major\, minor\, and certificate program\, including the admissions criteria and application processes for current and prospective Rutgers students. Students are encouraged to bring questions. The host advisor(s) will answer them or refer the student to the appropriate department/office. \n\n\n\nThese sessions are open to current Rutgers University students who are interested in declaring a Bloustein School major. \nStudents should have the following: \n\n One or more completed semesters at Rutgers with a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA.\n A final grade of C or higher or AP credits for College Writing – 01:355:101 (or equivalent)\n\nAttendance at the session will be used to confirm your engagement with our Office of Student and Academic Services\, which is required to declare a Bloustein School major. Cameras must be on. \nUpdate the Zoom app in advance. There will be a 5-minute grace period to enter the meeting after the start time. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/undergraduate-pre-major-advising-session-2/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Student Services,Undergraduate Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250905T212242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T212242Z
UID:10000874-1761134400-1761138000@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Doctor of Health Administration
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us at one our upcoming virtual informational sessions to learn more about the new Doctor of Health Administration (MHA) degree offered by the Bloustein School at Rutgers University. We are excited to share helpful information about the DHA curriculum and answer any questions you may have regarding admissions\, applications\, career opportunities in the field\, curriculum\, etc. Program executive director Soumitra Bhuyan will be on hand to answer all your questions. \n\nApplications to the DHA program do NOT require the GREs/GMATs. The application deadline for fall admission is July 1st for domestic applicants. \nAll sessions will be held virtually via Zoom and will last approximately 1 hour. The event Zoom link will be sent via email\, closer to the event\, to those who RSVP. \n\nPlease note that all times listed are EST / New Jersey local time. If you plan to join this session from a different time zone or a different country\, we ask that you please make sure to note the CORRECT local time at YOUR location for this information session.\n\nRSVP required at https://go.rutgers.edu/ejbdhainfo
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-doctor-of-health-administration-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250905T212301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T184553Z
UID:10000873-1761069600-1761073200@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Master of Health Administration
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us at one our upcoming virtual informational sessions to learn more about the Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree offered by the Bloustein School at Rutgers University. We are excited to share helpful information about the MHA curriculum and answer any questions you may have regarding admissions\, applications\, scholarships\, career opportunities in the field\, curriculum\, etc. Program faculty and staff will be on hand to answer all your questions. \n\nApplications to the MHA program do NOT require the GREs. The application deadline for fall admission is July 1st for domestic applicants and April 1st for international applicants. The application for spring admission is November 1st. \nAll sessions will be held virtually via Zoom and will last approximately 1 hour. The event Zoom link will be sent via email\, closer to the event\, to those who RSVP. \n\n\nPlease note that all times listed are EST / New Jersey local time. If you plan to join this session from a different time zone or a different country\, we ask that you please make sure to note the CORRECT local time at YOUR location for this information session.\n\nRSVP required at https://go.rutgers.edu/ejbmhainfo 
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-master-of-health-administration-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20251001T160032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T160059Z
UID:10000941-1760443200-1760443200@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Undergraduate Pre-major Advising Session
DESCRIPTION:Pre-major advising sessions give interested students an opportunity to learn about the undergraduate program offerings at the Bloustein School. There is an overview of each major\, minor\, and certificate program\, including the admissions criteria and application processes for current and prospective Rutgers students. Students are encouraged to bring questions. The host advisor(s) will answer them or refer the student to the appropriate department/office. \n\n\n\nThese sessions are open to current Rutgers University students who are interested in declaring a Bloustein School major. \nStudents should have the following: \n\n One or more completed semesters at Rutgers with a minimum 2.00 cumulative GPA.\n A final grade of C or higher or AP credits for College Writing – 01:355:101 (or equivalent)\n\nAttendance at the session will be used to confirm your engagement with our Office of Student and Academic Services\, which is required to declare a Bloustein School major. Cameras must be on. \nUpdate the Zoom app in advance. There will be a 5-minute grace period to enter the meeting after the start time. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/undergraduate-pre-major-advising-session/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Student Services,Undergraduate Information Session
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PreMajorAdvisingSessions-calendar.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T190000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250905T212209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T145137Z
UID:10000878-1760032800-1760036400@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Graduate Program in Public Policy
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join us at one of our virtual information sessions for our Master of Public Policy (MPP) degree and Master of Public Affairs and Politics (MPAP) executive master’s degree for mid-career professionals as well as our Graduate Certificate in Public Policy. Learn more about the academic curricula of these programs\, how to apply\, career services support for students\, merit-based funding awards\, etc. The GRE is NOT required for all applications.  We are now accepting applications for fall. The application deadline for international students is May 1st and August 1st for domestic applicants. This program also offers Spring term (mid-year) admission\, with a November 1 application deadline for all applicants. Limited\, merit-based funding may be available for spring applicants. \n\nThe Zoom link for the info sessions will be emailed out to those who have RSVP’d closer to the event.  Please note that all start times listed below are in EST / New Jersey local time. If you plan to join this session from a different time zone or a different country\, we ask that you please make sure to note the CORRECT local time at YOUR location for this information session.\n\n We look forward to seeing you at one of our info sessions this semester.\n\n.\n\nRSVP required at https://go.rutgers.edu/ejbpolicyinfo
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-graduate-program-in-public-policy-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T100000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250905T212418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T212418Z
UID:10000866-1759827600-1759831200@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Graduate Program in Public Informatics
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join us at one of our upcoming virtual informational sessions for Rutgers-Bloustein School’s fall 2025 virtual information sessions for our Master of Public Informatics (MPI) degree and our Graduate Certificate in Urban and Public Informatics. Learn more about the curriculum for our master’s degree and graduate certificate\, how to apply\, career services support for students\, and scholarship opportunities. \nThe GRE is WAIVED for all applications. This program also offers Spring term (mid-year) admission\, with a November 1 application deadline for all applicants. Limited\, merit-based funding may be available for spring applicants. The final application deadline for fall 2026 admission for international students is May 1st and for domestic students is July 1st.\n\n\nRSVP is required. The Zoom link for the info sessions will be emailed out to those who have RSVP’d closer to the event.\n\nPlease note that all start times listed below are in EST / EDT / New Jersey local time.\n\nWe look forward to seeing you at one of our info sessions this semester.\n\n\n\n\nRSVP required at https://go.rutgers.edu/ejbmpiinfo
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-graduate-program-in-public-informatics-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250909T203852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T203852Z
UID:10000888-1759572000-1759582800@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Bloustein School Undergraduate Open House 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Undergraduate Open House is a great opportunity for prospective students to learn about the Bloustein School\, our undergraduate academic programs\, admissions criteria\, and the Rutgers-Bloustein School student experience. A tour of the building is included. Lunch will be provided. Join us if you aspire to be a changemaker!\n\n\nRSVP at go.rutgers.edu/ejbuoh25
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/bloustein-school-undergraduate-open-house-2025/
LOCATION:Bloustein School\, Civic Square Building\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Undergraduate Open House
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T100000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250905T212346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T153809Z
UID:10000869-1758618000-1758621600@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Master of City and Regional Planning
DESCRIPTION:You are cordially invited to join us at this virtual informational session for the Rutgers – Bloustein School’s Master of City and Regional Planning (MCRP) program during the Fall 2025 semester. We are excited to share helpful information about the Bloustein School\, the MCRP program\, and answer any questions you may have regarding admissions\, applications\, career opportunities in the field and the curriculum. Program faculty and staff will be on hand to answer all your questions. Each session will last approximately 1 hour. \n\nThe GRE has been WAIVED for all applications. Work experience is not required of applicants. The application deadline for spring 2026 admission is November 1st. The application deadline for fall 2026 admission WITH consideration for academic scholarship and fellowship funding is January 15th.  \nAll sessions will be held virtually via Zoom. \n\n\nRSVP required at:  https://go.rutgers.edu/ejbmcrpinfo
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-master-of-city-and-regional-planning-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T100000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250905T212313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T212313Z
UID:10000872-1758099600-1758103200@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Virtual Information Session: Master of Health Administration
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us at one our upcoming virtual informational sessions to learn more about the Master of Health Administration (MHA) degree offered by the Bloustein School at Rutgers University. We are excited to share helpful information about the MHA curriculum and answer any questions you may have regarding admissions\, applications\, scholarships\, career opportunities in the field\, curriculum\, etc. Program faculty and staff will be on hand to answer all your questions. \n\nApplications to the MHA program do NOT require the GREs. The application deadline for fall admission is July 1st for domestic applicants and April 1st for international applicants. The application for spring admission is November 1st. \nAll sessions will be held virtually via Zoom and will last approximately 1 hour. The event Zoom link will be sent via email\, closer to the event\, to those who RSVP. \n\n\nPlease note that all times listed are EST / New Jersey local time. If you plan to join this session from a different time zone or a different country\, we ask that you please make sure to note the CORRECT local time at YOUR location for this information session.\n\nRSVP required at https://go.rutgers.edu/ejbmhainfo 
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/virtual-information-session-master-of-health-administration-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Graduate Information Session,Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T133000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250815T184056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T184056Z
UID:10000845-1757503800-1757511000@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Bloustein School Welcome Back Picnic
DESCRIPTION:All Bloustein School students\, PhD candidates\, faculty\, staff\, and instructors are invited to attend the 2025 Welcome Back picnic on Wednesday\, September 10\, 2025.\n\nAll food is served on a first come\, first served basis. Food service will begin at APPROXIMATELY 11:30 a.m. and will continue until it’s all gone.\n\nFood choices include: Hamburgers\, hot dogs\, veggie burgers\, buttermilk fried chicken\, “boardwalk style” sausage & pepper hoagies\, corn on the cob\, baked beans\, potato salad\, cole slaw\, pasta salad\, tossed salad with assorted dressings. Watermelon\, cookies\, and ice cream novelties for dessert.\n\nNO RSVP NEEDED. This event is rain or shine. In the event of rain\, food will be moved to the building’s main lobby.
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/bloustein-school-welcome-back-picnic-2/
LOCATION:Bloustein School\, Civic Square Building\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faculty Bloustein,Social Gathering,Staff Bloustein,Student Organization,Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250813T144249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T191048Z
UID:10000843-1757005200-1757008800@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Grad Students Information Technology Orientation Session Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:For new Bloustein graduate students only. This is an overview of the technology systems at the school\, including labs\, computers\, accounts\, virtual options\, printing\, and more.
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/bloustein-information-technology-orientation-session-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Gov. James J. Florio Special Events Forum\, CSB\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250813T145351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T145708Z
UID:10000844-1756990800-1756994400@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Clubs\, Organizations\, Centers & Institutes Fair Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:For new Bloustein graduate students only. Bring your resume! We will be in the lobby and room 112 on the first floor.
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/clubs-organizations-centers-institutes-fair-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Bloustein School\, Civic Square Building\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250813T143804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T151911Z
UID:10000842-1756900800-1756904400@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Bloustein Library Orientation Session Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join Rutgers Librarian Ryan Womack as he walks our new students through the important University Library tools and resources.
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/bloustein-library-orientation-session-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Gov. James J. Florio Special Events Forum\, CSB\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Student Services
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250805T145135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T145148Z
UID:10000839-1756386000-1756396800@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:International Student Resources Information Session and Panel
DESCRIPTION:Meet your Bloustein Graduate student and academic services support staff – Andrea Garrido\, Cheryl Egan\, Greg Marrero\, and Courtney Culler – as well as our partner from RU Global – Audrey Nguyen\, Bloustein Liaison and International Student Advisor – to learn about the career and internship resources and services available at Bloustein and Rutgers University to support our international students.. \nThis event is mandatory for international students at Bloustein. \nRegister Here
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/international-student-resources-information-session-and-panel-2025/
LOCATION:Gov. James J. Florio Special Events Forum\, CSB\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Career Information Session,Graduate Information Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T012902
CREATED:20250820T142823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T143211Z
UID:10000847-1756371600-1756382400@dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu
SUMMARY:Basic Quantitative Methods Placement Exam
DESCRIPTION:To register: Email Shiyu Ma at sm2758 [at] scarletmail.rutgers.edu by 5pm on August 21\, 2025. \nThis closed-book exam is similar to the final exam for the Basic Quantitative Methods course. The exam will cover all chapters of the book listed below. You will need a non-graphing calculator and pen or pencil. \nTo prepare: Joseph F. Healey. Statistics: A Tool for Social Research. Wadsworth Cengage Learning 10th edition (or subsequent editions) . Please be advised that you need an active Rutgers Box Account to view the above link. \nExam format: \n\nmultiple choice and short answer questions that test your understanding of concepts\, and\ncomputational problems and interpretation of statistical output from STATA. Familiarity with any statistical software package should be sufficient to interpret the output.\n\nAt exam time\, you will receive statistical tables (appendices A\, B\, C\, and D from the 10th edition of the textbook) as well as a formula sheet with the formulas from the inside front cover of the textbook.
URL:https://dev.bloustein.rutgers.edu/event/basic-quantititive-methods-placement-exam-2025/
LOCATION:Bloustein School\, Civic Square Building\, 33 Livingston Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Informatics,Public Policy,Student Services,Urban Planning
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