There are so many days when I love living in Camden, when I’m genuinely touched to be invited over for a “chat and chew,” or catch the Christmas Parade, or watching a basketball game at Camden High. Election Day is not one of those days. I used to love election day. I have fond memories … Continue reading Election Day: A Devil’s Choice in Camden…
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Living, Learning and Researching in an Urban City, by Rasheda Weaver
It’s a pleasure to have PhD Candidate and Camden resident Rasheda Weaver back. Each week, she’ll be writing about her life as a student and resident of the city. Here’s her latest: Share it!
What does Equilibrium look like for the Metro Police?
Sam Wood and Michael Boren’s latest article on Camden’s Metro Police highlights that the new police department is hemorrhaging officers, and even filing suit to recover training costs for policemen who are leaving to join forces in neighboring towns. The story is important, and the Camden County NAACP who has been gathering information on this … Continue reading What does Equilibrium look like for the Metro Police?…
Living in Camden: Perception v. Reality
It’s a pleasure to have PhD Candidate and Camden resident Rasheda Weaver back. Each week, she’ll be writing about her life as a student and new resident of the city. Here’s her latest: Share it!
#FoodieFriday and Parallel Universes
I think I need a new name for these Friday posts. In some ways, I think the foodie scene in Camden is a gateway to so many other cultural and social aspects of the city. I’ve certainly found it so. In that spirit, let’s start with food, and spread to culture. Last night was October’s … Continue reading #FoodieFriday and Parallel Universes…
Student Voice: Diversity and Surprise
It’s a pleasure to have Ph.D. Candidate and Camden resident Rasheda Weaver back. Each Monday, she’ll be writing about her life as a student and new resident of the city. Here’s her latest: Share it!