At Rutgers, pride begins with our people—the talented faculty, staff, students, and alumni who are positive forces in the community, the state, and the world. Their dedication and commitment to teaching, research, and public service have helped to make Rutgers one of the nation’s leading public research universities.

The achievements and profiles you see here showcase the excellence Rutgers offers as we continue to create new knowledge and generate new ideas that improve people’s daily lives.

Our Points of Pride

• Key Messages – An overview of Rutgers’ role as New Jersey’s only comprehensive public research university
• Quick Talking Points – If you can say only one thing about Rutgers
• Fast Facts – Important dates and current statistics
• National Standings – How Rutgers compares to its peers
• Current Research and Outreach – Current efforts to discover new knowledge and improve human life
• Recent Awards – Faculty, staff, and students recently recognized for significant accomplishments
• Prominent Alumni – Some alumni who are making major contributions to society today
• Rutgers Television Spot – Get additional information on the people and places in the newest spot

Additional Information
Other sources for current information include:

• Rutgers Home Page – For the latest news and information
• Highlights of 2007 – A snapshot of Rutgers’ achievements both in New Jersey and around the globe
• National Academies Members – A complete listing of Rutgers faculty who have been elected to the National Academies
• Rutgers Focus – The faculty and staff newspaper published electronically during the academic year
• Rutgers Magazine – The publication for alumni and friends published three times a year
• Rutgers in NJ Legislative Districts – Information on Rutgers' impact in every New Jersey legislative district