September 3rd will be our first day of Fall 2024! We will welcome 2,900 new undergraduate students, 620 new MBA and specialty master’s students, and many new faculty and staff members to RBS. The RBS total enrollment has returned to our pre-COVID level as we welcome over 10,000 RBS undergraduate and graduate students back to our classrooms this Fall semester.
We have been facing many unprecedented challenges, and here is our reality check: AI is transforming business operations and penetrating industries where our students will be working; the public and employers are reassessing their trust in the value of traditional business degrees which include degrees from RBS and other universities throughout the country; more and more low-cost and skill-building alternatives are emerging and taking away students from traditional educational programs; and more and more issues related to ever-rising operational costs and an unsettling campus climate must be addressed. No business school is spared from facing these challenges, and neither is RBS.
Over the summer, many of our colleagues have successfully organized and hosted high-impact research conferences, many have launched new collaborative research projects, many have devoted their vacation time to successful summer camps for our students, many have served as key contributors to open houses, meet and greet events, career pathway workshops, new student interviews and orientations, and many have gone the extra mile and given their time on campus to get us ready for the new semester, including our largest ever welcome back BBQ event on 8/28/2024 at 1 Corporate Place with over 170 faculty and staff members. Whatever the season, RBS is never idle!
The RBS-AI Taskforce has been working during the entire summer to explore the best ways to introduce AI into our classrooms, and their suggestions will be reported at our 9/27/2024 RBS faculty/staff retreat. During the same retreat, we will also have a panel of C-suite Officers to share the use of AI technologies in their industries, including IBM, Google, LTX, Mondelez International, and KPMG. Starting with AY24/25, RBS will partner with Google to implement its innovative AI for Campus solution. Google AI presents a powerful suite of tools to redefine the learning experience. This new partnership will give RBS faculty, staff, and our 10,000+ students access to not one but a suite of large language models (LLMs) such as Gemini, Vertex, Claude, ChatGPT, and more through a single interface, along with the administrative and security controls necessary to deploy these solutions within an educational environment.
The awarded proposals to the Dean’s Research Seed Fund will be announced on 12/9/2024, which will lead to more collaborative research initiatives at RBS. Another call for proposals for developing innovative “build your own course (BYOC)” will be sent out during September. To achieve measurable results toward RBS equitable student success, we will further enhance our experiential learning and mentoring programs, and launch a new initiative called the On Time Graduation Project to help reduce student time spent at part-time jobs in order to focus on completing their degrees in a timely manner. In 2029, our RBS will be 100 years old. As we are developing our five-year Capital Campaign (2024-2029), we invite all of you to contribute fundraising ideas and to work together toward a new milestone in RBS history!
Know a dedicated alum who may wish to make a gift to RBS? Thinking about asking a company to support your program or initiative? The RBS Development team is here to help. Reach out via our email at rbsdevelopment@ business.rutgers.edu.
The new academic year AY24/25 will be another prosperous and inspiring year for RBS and for all of us.
Welcome back!
Academic Integrity and Honor Code Pledge
At Rutgers Business School, we must ensure that our students have a solid foundation grounded in integrity and respect for basic ethical principles. In conjunction with RBS, Rutgers University has established an Honor Code that includes this pledge: “I pledge, on my honor, that I have neither received nor given any unauthorized assistance on this examination / assignment.”
This Honor Pledge does not displace, modify or amend the standards and procedures outlined in the Rutgers University Code of Student Conduct. You are encouraged to add the Honor Pledge and related links to your syllabi and course websites. Here are a few related links:
• RBS website on academic integrity: http://myrbs.business.rutgers.edu/academic-integrity
• University Code of Student Conduct: Code of Student Conduct
• Academic Integrity at Rutgers: http://academicintegrity.rutgers.edu
• Disciplinary process: Flow Chart and Explanation of the Process
A revised policy and process adopted in 2020 encourages faculty to handle most cases of academic integrity violations directly with the student, filing an initial report at the beginning of an investigation and a final report once a decision has been made. See forms below:
• Initial Reporting Form: New Brunswick / Newark
• Final Reporting Form: New Brunswick / Newark
Cases that involve unusual violations or students who have previously violated the policy will be investigated by a trained Academic Integrity Facilitator (AIF). You may also contact Prof. Ted Szatrowski (szatrows@rci.rutgers.edu, RBS Director for Academic Integrity, for advice as you handle a case yourself. Additional faculty in each department have been trained as AIFs.
Thank you for enforcing a high level of integrity throughout all our academic programs.
Accomodation and Support Statement
Rutgers University Newark (RU-N) is committed to the creation of an inclusive and safe learning environment for all students and the University as a whole. RU-N has identified the following resources to further the mission of access and support:
For Individuals Experiencing Disability: The Office of Disability Services (ODS) works with students with medical, physical, and/or mental conditions who encounter disabling barriers in order to determine reasonable and appropriate accommodations for access. Students who have completed the process with ODS and have approved accommodations are provided a Letter of Accommodation (LOA) specific to each course. To initiate accommodations for their course students must both provide the LOA to and have a conversation with the course instructor about the accommodations. This should occur as early in the semester as possible. More information can be found at the RU-N ODS website (ods.newark.rutgers.edu). Contact ODS at (973) 353-5375 or via email at ods@newark.rutgers.edu
For Individuals who are Pregnant: The Office of Title IX and ADA Compliance is available to assist with any concerns or potential accommodations related to pregnancy. Students may contact the Office of Title IX and ADA Compliance at (973) 353-5063 or via email at TitleIX@newark.rutgers.edu
For Short-term Absence Verification: The Office of the Dean of Students can provide assistance for absences related to religious observance, emergency or unavoidable conflict (illness, personal or family emergency, etc.). Students should refer to University Policy 10.2.7 Students requesting a letter of verification should submit information using the following link: https://go.rutgers.edu/Verification
For Individuals with temporary conditions/injuries: The Office of the Dean of Students can assist students who are experiencing a temporary condition or injury (broken or sprained limbs, concussions, or recovery from surgery). Students experiencing a temporary condition or injury should submit a request using the following link: https://temporaryconditions.rutgers.edu.
For Gender or Sex-Based Discrimination or Harassment: The Office of Title IX and ADA Compliance can assist students who are experiencing any form of gender or sex-based discrimination or harassment, including sexual assault, sexual harassment, relationship violence, or stalking. Students can report an incident to the Office of Title IX and ADA Compliance by calling (973) 353-1906 or emailing TitleIX@newark.rutgers.edu Incidents may also be reported by using the following link: https://go.rutgers.edu/RUNReportingForm.
Accomodation and Support Statement
For support related to Interpersonal Violence: The Office for Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance (VPVA) can provide any student with confidential support. The office does not have a reporting obligation to Title IX. Students can contact the office by calling (973) 353-1918 or emailing run.vpva@rutgers.edu. There is also a confidential text-based helpline available to students; students can text (973) 339-0734 for support. Students do not need to be a victim/survivor of violence; any student can receive services, information and support.
For Crisis and Concerns: The Campus Awareness Response and Education (CARE) Team works with students in crisis to develop a plan of support plan and address personal situations that might impact their academic performance. Connect with the CARE Team by using the following link: https://go.rutgers.edu/RUNReportingForm or emailing careteam@newark.rutgers.edu
For Psychological Support (Stress, Mood, Family Issues, Substance Use concerns and other personal challenges): The Rutgers University-Newark Counseling Center provides individual therapy and support groups for students dealing with psychological issues. To schedule an appointment, email counseling@newark.rutgers.edu or call (973) 353-5805. Additional support is available through Uwill services:
• Uhelp: Crisis support at 833-646-1526 (available 24/7/365).
• Urise: Wellness-based video collection with a free account.
• Umatch: Teletherapy with flexible scheduling, starting with a free account.
Access Uwill@RUN at https://my.rutgers.edu using your netid. Services are confidential and free.
For emergencies, call 911 or Rutgers University Police Department at (973) 353-5111.
Class/Classroom Schedules
Please note that the Fall 2024 class schedules for all RBS programs are online at the following link: http://soc.ess.rutgers.edu/soc. Classes will begin on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.
Please confirm your course information to ensure that there have been no last-minute changes.
If you need help any technology, please contact the Office of Technology and Instructional Services to attend one of their pre-scheduled training sessions or schedule and individual session. Email them at helpdesk@business.rutgers.edu with a suggested time, so that a training session can be arranged.
If you experience any facilities problem with your classroom, you may again contact the helpdesk (helpdesk@business.rutgers.edu), or call at 848-445-0430 (New Brunswick) or 973-353-1821 (Newark).
The schedule of courses is arranged by the academic departments and Lisa Ahn, who can be contacted at yoonsun@business.rutgers.edu. Instructors may not switch time of their class or class modality on their own.
Early Dismissal/ Cancellation of Classes
For a regular semester, where all/most instruction is face-to-face (F2F), there are established contact hours that each course must meet per semester. Student class preparation hours are not counted towards these F2F contact hours. Articles read or videos watched in advance of a flipped F2F class would not either. The idea would be to cover more cases or examples (time permitting) to enrich the learning experience of our students in the extra time earned.
Similarly, for courses taught remotely, the hours of each class (time spent in class each week; and number of weeks) need to be commensurate with the number of course credits. Therefore, it is critical that all classes keep the students engaged for the entire class period with an appropriate mixture of activities even in the case of classes that meet for a long duration (though appropriate intervening breaks or video recordings, and group assignments may be given). Please discuss these expectations with your course captains (if applicable), online teaching expert faculty (we have at least several in each department), and Chairs. Each department has also outlined an internal process to review and approve online/remote courses. Instructors do not have the prerogative to dismiss classes early (not even on the first/last class of the term). Also, instructors are not permitted to cancel any classes.
Official University and/or Campus closings are listed on the Rutgers University website at https://www.rutgers.edu/status. You could also call 732-445-4636 for the New Brunswick campus and 973-353-1766 for the Newark campus.
If you must cancel any classes for any reason, you must notify students. For F2F classes, a note on the classroom door is not sufficient, particularly in cases where your students may be risking their own safety to get to class in inclement weather. Hence, please arrange with your students early in the semester for them to check your Canvas/Blackboard site for the course at least twice a week for important messages, and just before leaving for class in case of last-minute cancellations or changes, or to call your office (or home, if you are willing to give out your home number) at a specific time to hear an up-to-date message on whether class will be held in case of inclement weather. (Be sure you are able to modify your Canvas site and/or change the message on your school voicemail account from home!) It would be a good idea to use the e-mail address list available on your electronic roster to notify students of cancellations. If so, please alert the students that you will be sending out an email in the event of inclement weather.
Please be sure to also notify your Department Chair or Vice Chair and the relevant program, such as MBA Student Services (973-353-5275), Undergraduate-Newark Student Services (973-353-5169), or Undergraduate-New Brunswick Student Services (848-445-3600). However, the onus is on the instructor to notify students. Students should also be informed that they can check on official University and/or Campus closings as described above.
All cancelled classes must be made up at a time convenient to you and your students. Please contact Student Services at the above extensions to schedule a makeup room (if necessary) and inform them of such changes.
REMINDERS TO ALL FACULTY
a) Your students must have a phone number where they can reach and/or leave messages for you throughout the semester. The Student Services staff in Newark and New Brunswick cannot act in this capacity.
b) Please be sure to notify your students of your (virtual) office hours (at least one hour per week per section). Office hours by appointment only is not sufficient. You must list office hours on your syllabus.
Thank you for your hard work for our students.
Email Addresses, Roster and Grades
Electronic rosters for classes are available at https://sims.rutgers.edu/rosters/. Click on Rosters & Electronic Grading Information System (REGIS), then log in and type in your course number. If you do not have access to this semester’s courses, please contact your chair, who should grant you access.
These rosters enable you to create e-mail address lists; however, they are based on the Scarletmail account that students receive when they enroll. Therefore, on the first day of class:
1) Inform students that they are expected to check their e-mail; if they do not have a Scarletmail account, they should visit the website at https://netid.rutgers.edu/
2) Remind students to arrange for all Scarletmail to be forwarded to the appropriate address if necessary. Instructions are at https://netid.rutgers.edu/.
The email addresses will be loaded to your Canvas account. This will eliminate the need to collect e-mail addresses from students.
Please refrain from assigning Incomplete (IN) grades unless the student has a documented excuse for missing part of the course (such as: medical issue/emergency preventing student from taking the final exam or submitting the course project). For cases where students are missing a significant portion of their course grade without a verified/documented excuse, please assign the actual grade that the student receives, even though that grade might be a D or an F. If such students provide documentation and are allowed to complete their coursework later, their grades can be modified via the course grade change system (https://sims.rutgers.edu/rosters/). If you have any questions or need further clarification, please reach out to the department chair, program directors, or VD Yeniyurt.
Instructors are also to submit a warning grade to students who are in jeopardy of failing the course. This can be done on the REGIS website mentioned above. This would hopefully encourage such students to get back on track and have a positive effect on retention and graduation rates.
Faculty Directory
Please review and ensure your faculty profile page on the RBS Website is up-to-date. Our Communications & Marketing team relies on your collaboration and robust faculty profile pages to help showcase the preeminence of RBS to prospective students, journalists, and other constituents.
To find your profile page, please visit our Faculty Directory
To submit changes or to request a new profile page, please email our web support address at support@rbs.freshdesk.com. For new profile pages, please include:
1. Your full name
2. Short biography (1-4 paragraphs)
3. Teaching title
4. Name of your academic department
5. High-resolution photo (as a file attachment)
6. CV in PDF format (as a file attachment)
For reference, here are four examples of profile pages that include all of the elements listed above:
• Kristina Durante
• John Longo
• Stacy Schwartz
• Mason Ameri
For general information on RBS websites, please visit our Website Support page.
Bonus: The University also provides a self-service platform that allows faculty to create personal websites. If you are interested in this option, please visit our Sites@Rutgers help page.
Syllabi and Teaching Evaluations
Syllabi Template
Course Number: Course Title
Term and Year
Class Building & Room Number [& Campus]
Class Meeting Times
Title & Name of Instructor
Office Building & Room Number
Office Phone Number
Email Address
Office Hours
[In addition to email, your students must have a phone number where they can reach and/or leave messages for you throughout the semester. The staff cannot act in this capacity.
Please be sure to notify your students of your (virtual) office hours (at least one hour per week per section). Office hours “by appointment only” is not sufficient. You must list office hours on your syllabus. Our students are eager to interact with our world-class faculty. Please remain accessible to our students in these difficult times.
Please also consider incorporating social/networking hours: You can start class early/end it late or schedule other time for students in your class to gather and hang out; you can invite guest speakers and/or facilitate your students to organize such sessions. This extends the Lunch’n’Learn and Coffee’n’Learn faculty-student interaction programs that we had implemented in previous semesters. We highly recommend using the Gatheround (rebranded from Icebreaker) tool which is available to all our faculty for at least the first few weeks of class. (You can learn more at https://gatheround.com/ and contact Matthew Peyrek at mpeyrek@business. rutgers.edu if you have any questions). It is easy to set up and a great way for your students to connect with you and one another and build RBS spirit. Your students will thank you!.
Recommended section for remote/hybrid courses:
Live sessions: (PLEASE SPECIFY)
e.g., (for SR courses) As all students are expected to be vaccinated and boosted, our course will revert to f2f as soon as the university deems it safe to do so. You will then be expected to attend classes in person accordingly. I hope not, however I may still need to temporarily adapt the class mode again during the semester based on university guidance and evolution of pandemic.
e.g., (for AR courses) Any live, scheduled events for the course are optional.
e.g., (for SR courses) The course also has flipped components where you are asked to watch material in advance and come to class with questions/to apply the material learned.
e.g., My expectation is that you keep your webcams on and I encourage you to use virtual backgrounds when doing so (see https://rutgers.app.box.com/v/rbs-zoom-info for RBS virtual backgrounds). Rutgers offers financial and technical assistance to students in need (please refer to instructions for students section).
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Feedback and response expectations: (optional)
• Email Response Times: I will do my best to return your emails in… please remind me if you do not hear back from me within ….
• Graded Materials Return Times: I will strive to grade your assignments exams within…
• Discussion Board Response Times: I aim to review and grade your posts within…
Sample Student Expectations (may vary based on level of course):
In this course you will be expected to complete a number of tasks including:
• downloading and uploading documents to the LMS
• accessing documents online
• viewing online videos
• participating in online discussion groups
• completing quizzes/proctored tests online
• uploading documents to Box
• participating in synchronous online discussions
• using Grammarly prior to submissions
Please add text to your syllabi that clearly states whether AI tools are banned or permitted, such as these below:
• “Use of AI such as ChatGPT is not permitted in any stages of the writing process on any assignment.”
• “Use of AI such as ChatGPT is only permitted to help you brainstorm ideas and see examples. All material you submit must be your own.”
• “Use of AI such as ChatGPT is fully permitted, but you must cite the tool and be able to explain any work that you submit.”
COURSE DESCRIPTION
[In narrative format:
- Explain why the course exists. Sell its importance.
- Provide a general sense of how the course is structured
- Describe the teaching style and methods that will be used.
- In general, provide a sales pitch for why students would want to take this course.]
Course Delivery Mode:
In-person, asynchronous remote (AR); synchronous remote (SR); hybrid (please detail). If AR, are there optional activities/times that the class will be meeting in person? (engaging students through optional interactive sessions and activities is encouraged even for AR classes).
Learning Management System: Canvas
Hardware and software requirements: Is a webcam and proctoring software needed for exams? Regular classes/assignments? Any other software requirements?
Students should be able to download most needed software from RU software portal: https://it.rutgers.edu/ software-portal/
If you will be using Zoom, make sure to state in your syllabus that students should use their RU Zoom accounts when logging in to your classes. Below are the instructions to be shared with students who have not activated/used their RU Zoom account in the past.
https://it.rutgers.edu/zoom/knowledgebase/how-do-i-log-into-my-zoom-account/ (If students already have a Zoom account and have trouble removing it before signing up for an RU Zoom account they can reach out to OTIS for assistance).
Below are the minimum hardware requirements recommended by OTIS. These specs should allow student systems to capably support a full Windows10 Professional environment with Office365, RBS course-specific applications and virtual computing environments).
· I5 Processor
· Windows 10 Professional
· 8gb of RAM
· 256gb hard drive
· 720p webcam
· Internal mic
If you are planning to use Webex, OIT has the following WebEx quick start guide for faculty, staff and students.
Some classes may not require a laptop/webcam, and in other cases students may also be able to access course materials effectively using mobile devices. Please try to be lenient and do not specify hardware/software unless you know they are needed. Please keep student constraints in mind and accommodate their needs to the extent possible. If your class is only offered online (and does not have an in-person section), you may still encourage students to use webcams (those with privacy concerns should use virtual backgrounds) but do not penalize them for not doing so.
If your assessment methods require the use of online proctoring tools, below is the link for student instructions regarding Respondus Lockdown Browser and Monitor:
For individual students with legitimate issues regarding the use of webcams during exams, again, be flexible, and offer alternative modes and make-up exams as needed. Fortunately, the vast majority of our students are able to use remote learning technologies. Please be flexible with students with temporary connectivity issues or challenges to the extent possible. You may offer make-up exams with 1-1 live/TA proctoring if needed.
If you do specify hardware/software requirements, please also inform the students in need of financial assistance to reach out to RU NB Dean of Students or RU-N CARE Team for help with getting needed hardware.
RBS New Brunswick Students in need of financial assistance can send an email to: deanofstudents@echo.rutgers.edu
RBS Newark Students in need of financial assistance may submit their request via a form:https://myrun.newark.rutgers.edu/care-team
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Students can also benefit from reviewing: https://myrbs.business.rutgers.edu/students/learning-remotely
In general, if students have any technology issues, please let them know OTIS is available to help with its extensive coverage schedule 8 am – 8 pm Mon-Fri: helpdesk@business.rutgers.edu https://myrbs.business. rutgers.edu/otis
COURSE MATERIALS
- Textbook(s): [Required/Optional]. Full title, edition, author(s), and ISBN # [If any copies placed on reserve at Library, note this]
- [Clickers or other technology, if applicable. List full description]
- Check Canvas (Blackboard) (https://canvas.rutgers.edu/) and your official Rutgers email account regularly.
- [Other materials, if applicable]
LEARNING GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
- This course is designed to help students develop skills and knowledge in the following area(s):
[Each degree program has a formal set of learning goals (https://www.business.rutgers.edu/sites/default/files/ documents/program-learning-goals-objectives.pdf ). You may have additional learning goals, but per RU policy and Middle States accreditation standards, each course must tie into one or more of the formal learning goals. List the exact formal learning goal(s) that this course ties into. Do NOT guess. If you don’t know the goals, see your Department Chair, Program Director, or Vice Dean for Academic Programs.]
- Students who complete this course will demonstrate the following:
[Each formal learning goal is tied to a set of objectives. For each goal listed above, list one or more objectives from the formal set of objectives. Again, do NOT guess; seek assistance if you do not know.]
- Students develop these skills and knowledge through the following course activities and assignments:
[Tie your claims to course content. List a course activity or assignment and then explain briefly but convincingly how it helps students to develop the skills necessary to demonstrate one or more of the objectives listed above. Any given activity/assignment can help with multiple objectives; but have at least one relevant activity or assignment for every listed objective.]
PREREQUISITES
[List formal prerequisites and explain how this course builds on specific knowledge gained in those prerequisites. If no formal prerequisites, state so, but explain what other skill sets or attitudes students are required to have from the start.]
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
I do NOT tolerate cheating. Students are responsible for understanding the RU Academic Integrity Policy (http://academicintegrity.rutgers.edu/). I will strongly enforce this Policy and pursue all violations. On all examinations and assignments, students must sign the RU Honor Pledge, which states, “On my honor, I have neither received nor given any unauthorized assistance on this examination or assignment.” [I will screen all written assignments through SafeAssign or Turnitin, plagiarism detection services that compare the work against a large database of past work.] Don’t let cheating or plagiarism destroy your hard-earned opportunity to learn and advance. See business.rutgers.edu/ai for more details.
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ATTENDANCE AND PREPARATION POLICY
- Expect me to attend all class sessions. I expect the same of you. If I am to be absent, my department chair or I will send you notice via email and Canvas as far in advance as possible. If you are to be absent, report your absence in advance at https://sims.rutgers.edu/ssra/. If your absence is due to religious observance, a Rutgers-approved activity, illness, or family emergency/death and you seek makeup work, also send [me/TA] an email with full details and supporting documentation [within X days of your first absence]. [Explain other aspects of your absence policy in detail; it will save you trouble later.]
- Expect me to arrive on time for each class session. I expect the same of you. [If you are going to be tardy, then . . .]
- Expect me to remain for the entirety of each class session. I expect the same of you. [If you are going to leave early, then . . .]
- Expect me to prepare properly for each class session. I expect the same of you. Complete all background reading and assignments. You cannot learn if you are not prepared. The minimum expectation is that for each [X]-hour class session, you have prepared by studying for at least twice as many hours.
- Expect me to participate fully in each class session. I expect the same of you. Stay focused and involved. You cannot learn if you are not paying attention.
CLASSROOM CONDUCT
[List rules for how students should behave in class, along with what happens if they violate these rules. Items to cover include: cold calling, hand-raising, cell phones, laptops, bathroom breaks, food & drink, side conversations, sleeping, name cards, seating arrangements, etc. Be as clear and specific as possible. If you use clickers, inform students of the penalties for not bringing a clicker, and notify them that operating a clicker for another student is a violation of academic integrity and will not be tolerated.]
EXAM DATES AND POLICIES
There are X exams in this course:
[Midterm] Exam: Date. [Any details of exam, such as essay, closed book, etc.]
[Final] Exam: Date, Time, Location. [Details such as whether or not comprehensive].
During exams, the following rules apply:
[List all relevant rules and procedures. Suggestions include:
- If you have a disability that influences testing procedures, provide me an official letter from the Office of Disability Services at the start of the semester.
- No cell phones are allowed in the testing area.
- You must show a valid Rutgers photo ID to take and turn in the exam.
- Use the bathroom prior to the exam start.
- Your exam will not be accepted unless you sign the Honor Pledge.]
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The following policy applies only to School 29 and School 33 courses. Graduate courses (School 26 and School 22) are exempt from this policy. For all undergraduate courses, the following instructions (which constitute University Policy) must be followed regarding final examinations scheduling: http://nbregistrar.rutgers.edu/facstaff/examrules.htm
• During the 13th and 14th weeks of the semester, tests of more than 30 minutes duration may not be given except where a course gives more than one hour test and a final. If there is no final examination in a course, the last hour test must be given earlier than the 13th week or at the hour scheduled for the final examination.
The above language, though a bit confusing, is simply saying that final exams should be held as scheduled by the University, and not held while classes are still going on. The following language on the same website provides further clarification:
• All final exams must be scheduled during the official Final Examination period as stated in the academic calendar except those approved by the Dean of Instruction of the academic unit.
• Final exam schedule for undergraduate courses in New Brunswick can be seen here
• Final exam schedule for undergraduate courses in Newark can be seen here
Please note that RBS does not permit any exceptions to this final-exam policy. Thank you for your cooperation.
GRADING POLICY
Course grades are determined as follows:
[Nothing will give you more headaches than grading. Be thorough, precise, and consistent, else you will be overrun. List all items to be graded, how they will be graded, and how final grades are determined. Also include:
- Clarify types of assignments: independent assignment, team assignment, collaboration optional, collaboration required…
- Extra credit: If none, state so. If any, state the exact conditions for earning it.
- Grade distribution: If you have an intended grade distribution, explain it in detail.
- Grade posting: Where will you post the grades and when?
- Return of graded items: How quickly will you return grades/graded items, and how?
- Warning grade roster: You are strongly encouraged to issue warning grades; clarify if you do.
- Pregrading & regrading: How do you handle requests to review assignments before final submission (pregrading)? How do you handle requests to regrade assignments & exams?
- Grade grubbing: Consider a note along these lines: “Your final grade is not subject to negotiation. If you feel I have made an error, submit your written argument to me within one week of receiving your final grade. Clarify the precise error I made and provide all due supporting documentation. If I have made an error, I will gladly correct it. But I will adjust grades only if I have made an error. I cannot and will not adjust grades based on consequences, such as hurt pride, lost scholarships, lost tuition reimbursement, lost job opportunities, or dismissals. Do not ask me to do so. It is dishonest to attempt to influence faculty in an effort to obtain a grade that you did not earn, and it will not work.]
COURSE SCHEDULE
Date Topic Items Due
[Be sure to denote holiday and breaks during which no class will be held]
Learning Management System
The use of a Learning Management System (LMS) is required for all courses taught at the Business School. Rutgers Business School has transitioned from Blackboard LMS to Canvas as of Spring 2021.
Instructors must be entered into REGIS and the Course Scheduling System (CSS) to have access to their Canvas course site. If your courses do not appear in Canvas, please contact your department administrator to be added to REGIS and the (CSS). You are also encouraged to contact the Canvas Help Desk directly at help@canvas.rutgers.edu for any Canvas inquiries.
For more information, visit the Canvas Instructor Resource webpage. On this webpage, you will find answers to the following frequently asked questions and more.
1. I am a new instructor, how do I set-up my Canvas account?
You need a NetID. If you do not have one, please ask your department administrator to contact us at helpdesk@business.rutgers.edu for guidance. This process takes 3 to 5 business days. If you have your NETID you can log into Canvas by going to https://canvas.rutgers.edu/
2. How do I acquire access to my Canvas course?
Faculty have access to courses in Canvas for which they have REGIS access. If you have been as signed a course late or do not have access to your course, please contact the Canvas Help Desk to be manually added to the course.
How do I add users to my Canvas course? Please select the appropriate role for TAs or departmental administrators.
3. How do I cross list or merge multiple sections into a single course?
You can combine your courses by using the Cross-list Courses tool
4. How do I copy my course materials from one section or previous semester to another?
You may only copy content from a course you can currently access. This page provides instructions for importing content.
5. How do I make the course available to my students?
Before you publish your Canvas course, review the Course Readiness Checklist. Course dates determine when students can view and/or participate inside of a live site. This page will explain how to provide students early access to the course and which notifications students will receive.
“Publish” or make your Canvas course available
Learning Management System
6. How do I get started adding content?
You may utilize a course template developed by TLT by importing from Canvas Commons. Addition ally, you may review the Canvas Guides on adding content:
• How do I add course content as module items?
• How do I add an announcement in a course?
• How do I create an assignment?
• How do I create a discussion as an instructor?
• How do I upload a file to a course?
• How do I create a new page in a course?
• How do I create a quiz with individual questions?
7. What do I tell students that cannot access Canvas even after I have published the course?
A student can contact the Canvas Help Desk directly at help@canvas.rutgers.edu or by phone at (877) 361-1134
8. How do I submit final grades through Canvas?
You may use REGIS GradeSync available in Faculty Tools in your course navigation. Please review the REGIS GradeSync Instructor Guide.
9. Where can I get further training/advice on my use of Canvas?
Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT) regularly offers training on the use of Canvas and can register for any of their offerings. In addition, individual or departmental training can be customized to meet your needs. You may schedule an individual appointment with an instructional designer or contact the Office of Instructional Design within TLT to arrange a departmental training. Lastly, TLT has a library of videos that may be useful.
Please contact the Canvas Help Desk directly at help@canvas.rutgers.edu for any Canvas if you have any questions. Thank you and have a great new semester.
OTIS Updates
As we gear up for the Fall semester, we’re thrilled to share some exciting updates and tools to help you prepare for your classes on Canvas.
To ensure a smooth start, please verify that your department has listed you as the instructor in the online Scheduling of Classes (SOC). If not, contact your department administrator. If you haven’t yet received access to your Canvas site, you can request access by reaching out to the appropriate support team or help desk
Below are a few Canvas essential tools to get you started:
2. Qwickly Attendance Tool: Another convenient option for managing attendance efficiently.
3. EchoPoll: Free in-class polling solution used to increase student engagement
4. Merging and Cross-listing Course Sections: Merge and Cross-list course sections
5. Copy course content from one course to another
6. AdduUsers to your course
7. View all of your courses
Navigating Rutgers tech resources
With all the tech resources available to you at Rutgers, it can be confusing to know where to start. That’s where the Rutgers Tech Guides come in. From free software to computer labs, email services, internet access, and a lot more, you can easily learn about Rutgers tech.
How to connect your tech to ResNet
Set yourself up this semester by making sure you stay connected. Learn how to connect your smart devices, gaming consoles, streaming devices, wired desktops, and any other devices you need to stay connected on campus through this knowledge base article
Sign up for essential tech services at Rutgers
Rutgers IT makes it easy for you to stay connected with applications like Zoom, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, and more. As a Rutgers student, you have free access (yes, free!) to a myriad of useful software and services that are all here to support your technology needs all semester long through the software portal. Set yourself up for success and learn how to sign up for email, web conferencing, and more essential tech services at Rutgers.
Fast and efficient tech support with the Rutgers IT Help portal
Your tech should work with you, not against you. The Rutgers IT Help portal is here to provide answers to your tech questions and help keep your devices running smoothly all semester long. Learn more about the IT Help portal in this video
For more details on other tools available at RBS, please visit our Learning Technologies Page. We’re here to support you, contact us with any questions at helpdesk@business.rutgers.edu.
S.E.A.L.
Office of Student Support, Engagement, and Leadership
MENTORING PROGRAMS
leadership experiences for all students at Rutgers Business School
SEAL offers valuable mentoring relationships for RBS students looking to gain academic, social, and professional guidance. Our program portfolio connects students with peers, alumni, and business professionals working in industry
LEADERSHIP & ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
A big part of the college experience revolves around getting involved in student life. SEAL programming supports and facilitates a variety of programming for students to connect and lead at RBS.
STUDENT SUPPORT & RESOURCES
SEAL serves as a connection point for students looking for resources and guidance at RBS and across the larger University. Our team works collaboratively with a variety of Rutgers and RBS offices, programs, and faculty/staff to ensure all students have access to necessary supports.
SEAL TEAM
Office of Disabilities Support
Rutgers University is committed to providing equal educational access for individuals with disabilities in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1998, and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments (ADAA) of 2008.
An individual with a disability who is qualified for admission will have the same access to programs, services, and activities as all other students. Rutgers University will make reasonable modifications to its policies, practices, and procedures unless doing so would fundamentally alter the nature of the service, program, or activity, or pose an undue administrative or financial burden. The university will provide services in a manner that promotes independence and inclusion in all aspects of university life. Please refer to the Office of Disability Services for Students for answers to your questions: https://ods.rutgers.edu/ods-offices
Please note new procedure for Newark and New Brunswick.
Office of Disability Services—New Brunswick
Lucy Stone Hall, Suite A145
Livingston Campus
54 Joyce Kilmer Ave.
Piscataway, NJ 08854-8045
Phone: 848 445-6800
Fax: 732 445-3388
E-mail: dsoffice@echo.rutgers.edu
Office of Disability Services-Newark
Robeson Campus Center, Suite 219
350 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
Newark, NJ 07102
Phone: 973 353-5375
Fax: 973 353-5666
E-mail: ODS@newark.rutgers.edu
Documents supporting requests for accommodations, the document review process, and the approval of accommodations must be handled by the Office of Disability Services. When students request their Letter of Accommodation for a particular class, ODS will send the letter directly to BOTH the faculty and the student.
A faculty portal has been created where faculty can log in and see all the Letters of Accommodation that have requested for their class. The first time ODS sends you a Letter of Accommodation, you will receive a separate email with a link to access this portal. You will need your NetID to log in.
The Office of Disability Services are still encouraging faculty and students to have a conversation about the accommodations to ensure an understanding about how they will be implemented in your course.
This is particularly important for testing accommodations. Please remember to encourage students to complete an exam request form with our office at least 5 business days prior to the date of the exam so the student can be accommodated appropriately.
Physical facilities on the campuses, many of which conform to outdated building codes, have made it exceedingly difficult for our disabled students to participate fully in classroom activities. In most cases of physical and learning disabilities, the student is the best judge of what would help him/her most, so please be sensitive to any special needs, particularly during examinations.
If you would like additional information about the accommodation process, common accommodations, or other information related to ODS please visit the faculty support page.
Should you have any questions, please let Jenny Roberts (Graduate Programs), Robert Kurland (Undergraduate-New Brunswick) or Luke Greeley (Undergraduate-Newark) know. They can direct you to appropriate campus or university coordinators for further information if necessary
Reminders for Instructors
Welcome back to the Rutgers Business School for Fall 2024!
We hope you had a restful and rejuvenating break. As we prepare to embark on a new academic semester, we want to provide you with some important information and reminders to ensure a smooth start.
Important Reminders:
1. NetID: If you have not already done so, you will need to activate your NetID, since it is required for accessing university systems and resources. You can do so by visiting https://netid.rutgers.edu/index.htm. Please allow up to 48 hours for activation.
2. MyRutgers Portal: You can access your personal and payroll information through the PeopleSoft Managemnt System - Employee Self Service once your NetID is active. Access the portal at MyRutgers Portal.
3. Payroll: Paychecks are issued bi-weekly on alternating Fridays by the Department of Time and Labor. The first pay cycle for fall 2024 is September 13, 2024.
4. Parking Permits: If you will be commuting to campus using a personal vehicle, you need to purchase a parking permit. You can do this through the Department of Parking and Transportation via the link below: (https:// rudots.nupark.com/v2/Portal/Login?ReturnUrl=%2Fv2%2Fportal%3FreturnUrl%3D%2Fportal%2F) or online beginning with your first paycheck. For assistance with the system, contact DOTSHelp.rutgers.edu. If needed, you may request a grace period permit via https://rudots.nupark.com/v2/portal/eventregister/dce1c37f-8d98-4248-92df-e14fd72665f5#/events/ registration/
5. Regis: Use Regis, the university’s electronic student grading system, to submit grades. Access Regis at Regis with your NetID. For a quick reference guide, visit https://sims.rutgers.edu/rosters/regis_quick_reference.html If you have trouble accessing your course, please contact your department representative.
6. RU Wireless: Connect to the university’s wireless network, RU Wireless Secure, using your NetID. Instructions can be found at https://it.rutgers.edu/ruwireless/.
7. Classroom Technology: For any issues or questions about classroom technology, reach out to the RBS Helpdesk:
Email: helpdesk@business.rutgers.edu
New Brunswick Help Desk: 848.445.0430 Newark Help Desk: 973.353.1821 Canvas Support: instructionalservices@business.rutgers.edu
8. Faculty Lounge/Touchdown Space: The Faculty/Staff Lounge in 100 Rockafeller Road (Piscataway Campus) has been moved to the 3rd floor, Room 3018. This new area has been thoughtfully designed to provide a vibrant environment where you find a quiet spot to focus, a comfortable place to meet with colleagues, or just a space to touchdown before your class.
9. RBS Reservation Portal: The RBS community members are welcome to reserve space at RBS for any academically associated events (e.g., meetings, conferences, seminars, dissertation proposals, etc.). To view and submit a request for available space, you may submit your requests via https://reserve.newark.rutgers.edu/ EmsWebApp/ .
Reminders for Instructors
10. RUConnection Card: This card is your official University Photo ID and provides access to various campus facilities. If you haven’t obtained your card yet, visit any RUConnection Office with a valid photo ID - https://ipo. rutgers.edu/publicsafety/iam/staff-faculty-guest-id.
11. University Schedule of Classes: Verify course details and room assignments by checking the Schedule of Classes before the semester starts - https://classes.rutgers.edu/soc/#home
12. Rutgers Ethics Program: All university employees are expected to adhere to the Rutgers University Code of Ethics and review the Plain Language Guide to Fundamental Ethics and Conflicts Rules. Visit https://uec.rutgers.edu/ for more information and complete the Outside Activities Questionnaire online.
13. RBS Scheduling Office: Any questions or concerns regarding your classroom space or final exam schedule, please direct them to our RBS Scheduling Officer: Lisa Ahn (yoonsun@business.rutgers.edu).
We’re thrilled to have you back and can’t wait to dive into the exciting opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. Your presence and contributions are what make our community thrive, and we’re eager to continue this journey together. Here’s to a fantastic beginning and academically rewarding semester!
Finance & Administration Office Updates
Decanal
Research-Active Faculty Decanal Research Fund (DRF)
The Dean’s Office will grant each “research-active” full-time faculty member an annual Decanal Research account on a continuous basis, provided they meet the criteria. The criteria for “research-active”, together with the categories of reimbursable expenses, are defined in the policy.
Faculty Decanal Development Fund (DDF)
The Dean’s Office will grant to each full-time NTT or TT faculty member who does not meet the “research-active” criteria, Decanal Development Funds, renewable upon the Department Chair’s recommendation. The DDF fund provides support to full-time faculty in fulfilling the AACSB-mandated requirements for continuing professional or academic qualification. Please contact your Departmental Administrator with any decanal account questions.
Grants
In support of research and sponsored activities at the Rutgers Business School Newark & New Brunswick and the Rutgers The State University of New Jersey, the handbook, known also as the RBS Grants Management Handbook for Research & Other Sponsored Activity, was designed to assist new and established investigators in the conduct of research both pre- and post-award.
The handbook seeks to support the University’s research effort by identifying available resources, providing guidance regarding the development and administration of sponsored projects; inform investigators of their roles and responsibilities in research administration and compliance, and to indicate the roles of staff in supporting the research effort.
Contact RBSFINANCETEAMGROUP@teams.rutgers.edu
Travel
We are excited to introduce you to Concur Expense, our new expense management system for Rutgers! Many of you may already be familiar with booking your flights through the Rutgers online book tool which is powered by Concur. You will also report your expenses, using a single Concur Travel and Expense platform that replaces Oracle Expense.
View training videos, job aids, and frequently asked questions To access the new system, please log in to your myRutgers Portal and search for Concur Travel & Expense app.
Finance & Administration Office Updates
Concur Travel & Expense combines the existing Rutgers Online Travel Booking Tool with a new expense management system designed to improve expenses incurred using university travel and purchasing cards while also simplifying the reimbursement process for university-related purchases made using personal funds.
Concur Travel and Expense is a fully automated, end-to-end, customer-focused travel and expense solution that:
‣ Facilitates the completion of travel-related expense reimbursements
‣ Allows on-the-go capabilities through user-friendly mobile applications
‣ Provides pre-populated expense reports
‣ Enables travel and expense policy compliance, and Improves the university travel card program
For travel reservations rutravel@finance.rutgers.edu
For expense inquiries expense_management@finance.rutgers.edu
Please review the RBS Concur Travel & expense Management Guide prior to making reservations.
Travelers and delegates will need the following before completing a reservation:
Travel Profile – each user must save their travel profile before making a travel reservation.
Charge allocation – users must know where charges for their trip are being allocated.
A 6-digit Project ID and 3-digit Task is needed for trips being charged to a project account, for example, a grant or research fund.
Travelers should reach out to their business office to obtain this information if needed.
Credit Card – a credit card is required to guarantee, book and pay for hotel reservations.
Direct Travel can be reached at 1-888-818-1067* or RutgersTravel@dt.com 8:00am-6:00pm ET, MondayFriday (excluding holidays)
For questions or technical support related to Concur Travel, please email RUTravel@finance.rutgers.edu.
Finance & Administration Office Updates
The training schedule for the financial management system has now been published. Please take a moment to review and enroll in the following classes which are available throughout the month of September 2024. To enroll in the financial management system virtual training, navigate to the Cornerstone registration website.
In addition, online training presentations, web-based tutorials and job aids are available on the Canvas website under the Financial Management Course Pathway. To arrange a training session specific to your department’s needs or if you have questions, please contact the Financial Management Help Desk at finance_helpcenter@finance.rutgers.edu.
Just a reminder that Payroll Services offers Commitment Accounting and Time Entry online courses. Online instruction material, videos and other job aids can be viewed through the Canvas website under the Human Resources and Payroll Course Pathway. Please login with your NetID and password. For questions pertaining to the Commitment Accounting course, please send an email to commitacctg@payroll.rutgers.edu. For any Time Entry course inquiries, email us at timelabor@payroll.rutgers.edu
Financial Training Programs
HR Updates
The Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA) Pilot program will be extended to August 31, 2025. Please remember that it is up to your supervisor to determine if a flexible schedule suits your role and department. Departments participating in the FWA Program must follow the steps below to reapply for the program. Staff members, please read the steps below, as they have been updated since the last application period. ALL staff members participating in the FWA program must complete a new FWA application no later than October 31st to remain in the program through August 2025.
Action Required by DEPARTMENT Head/Unit Supervisor. Review and update Department Needs Assessment and Team Agreement. The agreement should include the following:
Set the context of the agreement with the team:
• Who will be working from where (in a regular week)?
• What do you want to do in real-time, and what can be done asynchronously?
• How and when do you want to collaborate and communicate (i.e., recurring team meetings)?
• What equipment is necessary and available to complete tasks?
• How can you hold each other accountable?
• Consider the working patterns across the team. For example:
Availbility: Are there specific hours of the day that the team needs to be available, either in person or virtually (e.g., establish core hours and communication protocols, agree to response times for emails and questions, ensure coverage to address service population needs, etc.)?
Attendance: which key events do team members need to attend, either in person or virtually (e.g., weekly team meetings, etc.)?
In-person expectations: be clear when the team is expected to be together in person to achieve business results (e.g., weekly meetings, project kick-off, etc.)
Performance expectations: consider IT security protocols, security of records, confidentiality, accessibility during work hours, participation in meetings, deadlines, ensuring customers/colleague’s needs are met, reporting hours or OT if applicable, etc.)
Team habits: what are the daily practices the team wants to adopt to ensure effective work in a hybrid environment (e.g., 50-minute meetings to ensure natural breaks are built into the day, sharing and respecting communication preferences (emails, calls, chat, etc.)?
• Ensure an equitable application across the team by periodically reviewing the agreed-upon terms of this team agreement.
• Upload Needs Assessment to link using the following naming conventions “ORG #_Department Name” (i.e., “10045_RBS”)
• Supervisors must confirm their direct reports are compliant (e.g., expectations, onsite attendance, office hours, availability, etc.) with the program protocols and hold employee(s) accountable when necessary.
• NO FWA: If you do not have an approved flexible work arrangement in the FlexWork@RU Application System by October 31, 2024, you are expected to be on campus five days per week.
HR Updates
Action Required by EMPLOYEE
→ • Review and Update Rutgers Ethics Armor Program Annual Outside Activity Questionnaire
→ • Review your Home and Work Addresses and Contact Information by navigating to myRutgers Portal=>My Flexible Work=>Request/Change FWA=>click on address or telephone # to update as needed:
→ • Submit a new application in the myRutgers Portal. The flexible work arrangement option is located in PeopleSoft under Self Service. A System User Guide is available to help employees and department heads navigate through the application process.
→ • When completing your FWA, please ENTER the following approvers:
1. ENTER the Full Name of your Supervisor.
2. Enter MELISSA RIVERA as Department head
→ o ENTER Jeffrey Robinson as Chancellor approver, if applicable
→ • When updating the FWA information in PeopleSoft, please keep the following items in mind:
→ Add the in-person days along with your weekly schedule.
→ If you are a Non-Exempt (NE) employee requesting a change in hours, please email Kronos@business. rutgers.edu with your new schedule. Please ensure your supervisor has approved your new schedule. Any changes in start and stop times will be updated in Kronos.
→ Only flexible work arrangements lasting 4 consecutive weeks or more should be entered into the FlexWork@RU System. Flexible work arrangements lasting fewer than 4 consecutive weeks should not be submitted. Arrangements lasting less than four weeks must be discussed and approved in advance by your supervisor.
→ If your request for a change in flexible work is based on health reasons, please request a leave consultation through OneSource to consider all of your options.
→ • Staff granted permission for such arrangements are expected to work on campus at least three days per week. Employees must uphold their in-person agreement and report to campus when expected to be in the office.
→ • All applications must be submitted no later than October 31st.
→ • NO FWA: If you do not have an approved flexible work arrangement in the FlexWork@RU Application System by October 31, 2024, you are expected to be on campus five days per week.
→ • Instructions for those currently out on leave or going on leave prior to 10/31 must submit their requests in the system before their leave; for employees currently on leave, please meet with your supervisor upon your return to discuss your options. Policy: University Policy 60.3.22 Alternative Work Arrangements for Regularly Appointed Staff For more information, including a robust list of FAQs, visit the university’s Future of Work website.
HR Support
RBS HR is here to support you throughout the academic year. Here are some of the resources you may need to help you reach your goals:
RBS HR is your first line of defense for all HR-related matters. Please contact RBS-HR@business.rutgers.edu We can guide you in what you need based on your particular issue, but we also offer General Open Sessions you can join for any questions you may have and HR monthly meetings for updates and information needed at that specific time of the year.
HR offers the following services throughout the year:
→ Learning & Development – we will be rolling out new options for this academic year based on your feedback.
→ Manager training on performance for both aligned and non-aligned staff, timekeeping tips and tools, and guidance on manager soft skills.
→ Guidance on hiring Student Workers (August 29th and September 9th)
→ FERPA training for all faculty, staff or student workers who work with student data.
→ End-of-year guidance on Absence reporting.
→ Guidance throughout the year on position requests and hiring processes.
Now is a great time to update any information you have changes since last year through the Employee SelfService Portal:
Navigate to the Self-Service from the Main Menu and update personal information, view time off, FWA, Pay information, and Benefits:
Make sure your contact information and emergency contact are updated. myRutgers Portal
Don’t forget all the resources available through this site. Go to https://my.rutgers.edu use your NetID and Password to login. (Visit: https://eas.rutgers.edu/?ht_kb=myrutgers-portal-tutorial-videos for tutorial videos).
HR Support
Here are some of the widgets and apps available on this site: FWA
You can request your updated FWA:
Contact OneSource and track your cases. Click on Request Services to open a ticket:myRutgers Portal
HR Support
You can view your pay details, time off balances, and benefit plans.
RBS Office of Technology & Instructional Services (OTIS) is your first line of defense for any IT-related questions you may have (Crrl+click to follow link):
HR Support
Rutgers IT Help and Tech Guide:
You can customize what apps you use the most with My Favorites. Just click on the Apps view on the left side of the portal and put a heart on your favorites and they will show up in your home page under My Favorites
HR Support
You can also Search for People, Sites, and places on the top right-hand side of the home page:
Another way to search people is through the Teams App. This will give you the persons, name, title, department and contact information. Even if you only know a part of the name, it will show you possible options:
RBS Welcome Back Special Edition Fall 2024
Facilities & Planning Support
We hope you’ve all enjoyed a refreshing break and are ready for a fantastic season ahead!
The RBS-Facilities team is thrilled to welcome you back to another academic year and is dedicated to ensuring that everything is in top shape for your return.
To help you navigate the upcoming semester, we are providing you with a few items to reference.
RBS Reservation Portal: The RBS community members are welcome to reserve space at RBS for any academically associated events (e.g., meetings, conferences, seminars, dissertation proposals, etc.). To view and submit a request for available space, you may submit your requests via https://reserve.newark.rutgers. edu/EmsWebApp/.
Steps for Events
Submit a request for an Event and Activities Certification (applicable for events for 25 or more people) Submit an RBS Event’s Qualtrics Form. Place a hold on your space using the RBS Reservation Portal.
RUID - This card is your official University Photo ID and provides access to various campus facilities. If you haven’t obtained your card yet, visit any RUConnection Office with a valid photo ID - https://ipo.rutgers.edu/ publicsafety/iam/staff-faculty-guest-id.
Identification Checks: For smoother entry, be prepared to show your Rutgers University ID (RUID) at all times. Our Security Officers and CSOs will be checking IDs to ensure a secure and efficient entry process.
Guest Protocols: Guests will need to present a state or federal ID upon entry and check in at the Front Desk. Departments, please coordinate ensure your guests are aware of these new procedures.
Faculty Lounge/Touchdown Space: The Faculty/Staff Lounge at 100 Rockafeller Road (Piscataway Campus) has been moved to the 3rd floor, Room 3018. This new area has been thoughtfully designed to provide a vibrant environment where you find a quiet spot to focus, a comfortable place to meet with colleagues, or just a space to touchdown before your class.
The Staff lounge at 1 Washington Park is located on the 1st floor, room 103. The faculty lounge is located on the 6th floor, room 639.
New Location! Our newest location at 1 Corporate Place South includes a lounge for our RBS Community, room 112A.
Building Hours
Monday – Thursday 7:30am to 9:00pm 8:00am to 10:30pm 8:30am to 9:00pm
Friday 7:30am to 9:00pm 8:00am to 5:30pm 8:30am to 4:30pm
Saturday 8:00am to 6:00pm 9:00am to 12:00pm CLOSED
Sunday 8:00am to 6:00pm 10:30am to 2:00pm CLOSED
As always, our goal is to provide a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable environment for everyone. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out (rbs-facilities@business.rutgers.edu). We’re here to help and make sure your experience is the best it can be.
Welcome back! Here’s to a great start and a successful academic year!
