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Rutgers offers events and amenities for commuter students. Each Student Center has lounges and microwaves. In the Busch and Douglass Centers, there are designated commuter lounges to relax in and meet other students, while enjoying amenities including a refrigerator (Busch) and kitchen (Douglass). Commuter lockers can be found at the College Avenue Student Center, Douglass Student Center, and Livingston Student Center. Students are able to store items for a few hours or for the entire day based on their schedules and needs. Lockers are free of charge and come in various sizes for ease and convenience.

Commuter students are invited to attend welcome events and other opportunities throughout the year to connect with other students. In addition, the Rutgers Commuter Student Association (RCSA) is an inclusive student organization whose primary role is to serve commuter students’ needs and interests while building a community on campus. RCSA promotes engagement through programming and advocacy. Email: information.rcsa@gmail.com

Learn more about computer options for Rutgers, including which systems meet the requirements needed for coursework and other university resources. Check with your school for any discipline-specific technology requirements, as some equipment may be provided to you. Recommended devices can also be purchased at the Rutgers Kite+Key Tech Store if needed.

Are you looking for a Mac or PC to work on an assignment? A spot to print a research paper? The OIT computer labs are here to help. You’ll also have access to a variety of software, including Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office, programming languages, and more.

The Office of Student Affairs Compliance & Title IX strives to provide a safe campus environment free from all forms of sex discrimination. We accomplish our mission through a collaborative approach that primarily focuses on addressing reported misconduct and providing education to the Rutgers community. We are committed to facilitating equitable response and resolution to all reported incidents of sexual harassment, sexual violence, relationship violence, stalking, and related misconduct among students. We are also proud to provide awareness of Title IX by offering trainings, education, and other outreach efforts to the Rutgers community. Any student who experiences sexual harassment, sexual violence, stalking, or relationship violence is encouraged to report incidents to the Title IX Office and to seek support from the confidential resources available on our campus and in the local community.

Rutgers CAPS offers mental health services for students, such as individual and group counseling/therapy, crisis services, a wide variety of workshops (e.g., Coping with Anxiety, Mindful Meditation, etc.), and Let's Talk (informal support from a counselor). We also assist students with substance use concerns, and our psychiatrists offer medication management. With the exception of psychiatry (medication management), we do not bill students for services beyond their standard Student Health Fee. For students who prefer an off-campus resource, we can assist with referrals to providers in the community who take the student's insurance. Call 848-932-7884.

Course reserves (required or recommended readings or recordings) are available in the Reading List in your online course space (Canvas), or you can search by course name, code, or instructor directly within the reading list tool. Still can't find it? Ask a librarian for help.

The RUES Training Bureau provides CPR and First Aid training for the general public and health care professionals. As an American Heart Association (AHA) Training Center*, courses adhere to the strictest standards and provide participants with the instruction and skill practice required by the latest AHA guidelines. The courses listed on the website above are open to everyone with an interest in them and can be offered at alternate locations upon request. If you would like to schedule a group course, please email training@ipo.rutgers.edu or call 848-932-4875.

The Cultural Centers at Rutgers support the needs of Rutgers’ campus communities by creating a welcoming and holistic learning environment for all members of the community, inclusive of all identities and allies. Through cultural, social, and educational programs, students have the opportunity to learn and explore their identities and those of others. Additionally, cultural centers partner with departments throughout the University to provide access to services that support student success. The cultural centers, known in a group as the Cultural Center Collaborative, include: the Asian American Cultural Center, Center for Latino Arts and Culture, Center for Social Justice and LGBTQ Communities, and Paul Robeson Cultural Center.

The Darien Civic Engagement Project is offered during the fall and spring semesters at the Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers University. During the fall semester, DCEP students support the RU Voting program's in-person voter registration and mobilization events. Students enrolled in the spring course support the RU Ready program, a civic education initiative providing high school and middle school students with the motivation and the civic, political, and expressive tools they need to address public problems in their community.

Enrolled students earn 1.5 credits for their enrollment in the program.