May 14, 2008

Susie Campbell has a dream, and she’s not ashamed to share it. It’s a vision this vibrant redhead from Fairfield, Conn., has had since high school, and one she plans to keep. “I want to be the Secretary-General of the United Nations,” said Campbell, who began her journey on the right foot by participating in Rider’s Model United Nations delegation. More



Whether he’s planning the next event for Rider University’s Creative Arts Solutions Today (RU:CAST) or applying to an international conference, Jonathan Slawson, a junior Music Education major, grabs hold of the opportunity and adds his creative flair. More



Environmental sustainability may be an elemental part of his job, but don’t call Mike Reca “green.” Rider’s new associate vice president for Facilities and Auxiliary Services is no stranger to either the Lawrenceville or Princeton campuses, having learned both inside and out during his 18 years at the University. More




Dr. Aaron J. Moore, assistant professor of Communication and Journalism, had an article entitled “Roger Clemens and the dangers of misreading the media” published in the May 2008 issue of Public Relations Tactics. Moore also had the article “Rebuilding the New York Knicks - improving media relations should be the new GM’s first play” in the June 2008 issue of The Strategist. More

  • Rider University Celebrates 143rd Commencement Ceremonies
    Joyous celebration and proud smiles reflected the sense of festivity and accomplishment at Rider University’s 143rd Commencement ceremonies on Thursday, May 8, and Friday, May 9, on the Lawrenceville campus. To view the Commencement Photo Galleries, click here.


  • Spirit of 76 Lifted at Honors Banquet
    The President’s Awards, along with the emotional presentation of the inaugural Ann Giovanelli Awards, were among the 76 honors bestowed at the Rider University Awards Banquet on Sunday, April 27, in the Cavalla Room.


  • Design, Sell, Succeed
    Two undergraduate students recently captured half of the awards in the 2008 N.J. Student Entrepreneur of the Year competition, continuing a growing tradition of excellence in the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies.


  • ASM Puts Rider Student and Grad Under the Microscope
    Sometimes, even microscopic things can produce gigantic returns. That was the case for one Rider student, as well as a 2008 graduate, when they were recently recognized by the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), the oldest and largest scientific society of individuals interested in the microbiological sciences.

  • Symphony of a Thousand
    For the past year, music lovers have been anticipating the Philadelphia Orchestra’s performances of Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 8. Known as the “Symphony of a Thousand,” this monumental work is rarely performed because it calls for such large forces - orchestra, organ, four choruses and eight soloists. Students in the Westminster Symphonic Choir spent most of the spring semester preparing with conductor Joe Miller for their part in these historic performances.


  • Undergraduate Researchers and Scholars Earn Awards
    The Independent Scholarship and Creative Activity Presentations showcased the outstanding academic and creative work of more than 40 Rider University students on Wednesday, April 30. The fifth annual Undergraduate Research Scholars Awards were also presented to four rising seniors and one rising junior.


  • Weaving a Web of Experience
    By the end of May, two regional businesses will have new Web sites up and running. The businesses did not have to seek out and pay a small fortune to a Web design firm for the service. Instead, Rider University students in the Advanced Interactive Design class were given the chance to flaunt their Web-savvy abilities and develop relationships by designing the sites that now drive these businesses. For the class, the opportunity was priceless.
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