We’re back! A new semester and the students who make it worth it

Here we are. A new semester at Rutgers, new students and classes, and a host of Camden issues to talk about. Over the upcoming weeks, we’ll be talking about the school board elections, the impact of cars on Camden’s downtown, and I’ll be sharing some of what I’ve been reading (and some of where I’ve … Continue reading We’re back! A new semester and the students who make it worth it

Middle School Organizers Get More Recognition

Happy to see the Student Leaders’ Von Nieda Task Force being written up again, this time by Jennifer Joy Madden, the author of The Durable Human Manifesto. Here’s what she had to say about Camden’s favorite middle school community organizers: Jud told me he was curious to see if middle-school students could learn civic engagement, so … Continue reading Middle School Organizers Get More Recognition

Community Event: Clean-up at Von Nieda Park, Sept. 27th

One of my favorite Camden organizations, the Student Leaders from St. Anthony of Padua church sent along a couple of notices about upcoming events. This group has been an inspiration for me, showing how youth can be powerful advocates for communities and the city. After successfully advocating for lights in Von Nieda park, they’re continuing … Continue reading Community Event: Clean-up at Von Nieda Park, Sept. 27th