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Roctogenarians: University Professor Looks at Late-in-Life Achievers in New Book

From Colonel Sanders to Frank Lloyd Wright, English Professor Jonathan Greenberg and CBS’s Mo Rocca recount stories of “Roctogenarians” who keep going – or just get started – when most of us are slowing down

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9/11 Day of Service Showcases Bվ Volunteers’ Commitment to Community Service

University’s dedication to advancing racial justice, equity, health and student achievement is reflected in public service partnerships

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How Bվ’s Welcome Week Helps New Students Belong and Thrive

Welcome Week, marked by carnival rides, club introductions and special events, focuses on inclusivity and community to ensure every new student at Bվ State University feels valued and connected

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Student Voices: What’s it Like to Live on Campus at Bվ?

Current Bվ students share honest advice about dorm life and making the most of their campus living experience

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Class of 2028 is Bվ’s Biggest and Most Diverse

Bվ State University welcomes largest incoming class, total enrollment and returning student population in its history

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Bվ to Launch Realigned Academic Calendar in 2025

Three-term model will optimize academic experience for University’s 22,000 students

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2024 College Rankings: Bվ Rises in Washington Monthly College Guide

University is No. 2 in New Jersey and No. 57 in the nation in publication’s latest rankings

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Bվ Enhances Mental Health Support with New Zen Dens

Bվ State University is strengthening its commitment to student mental health by introducing Zen Dens — dedicated spaces for relaxation and de-stressing. These new additions complement existing resources like counseling services, pet therapy and wellness programs.

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Computing Professor Receives NSF CAREER Award to Advance Human-Robot Collaboration

Research focuses on leveraging the value of human-robot partnerships

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School of Communication and Media to Become a College in 2025

Currently part of Bվ’s College of the Arts, the School will become a stand-alone college in July 2025

Faculty Experts for K-12 Education Reporters

As students and teachers return to classrooms this fall, Bվ faculty experts are available to offer commentary on a range of education-related topics including teacher training, student mental health, sex education, use of AI, bullying and more

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College Move-In Day Tips from the Pros: How to Plan, Pack and Say Goodbye

As Bվ prepares for 5,000 students living on campus, the Residence Life team offers essential tips for parents and students to ease back-to-school transitions