Rutgers University is taking every precaution to curb the spread of COVID-19 to protect members of our community, including assessing upcoming events on and off campus. In response to growing concerns around large-scale public events and gatherings, and in accordance with CDC guidelines, Rutgers University–New Brunswick and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences have made the difficult decision to not hold Rutgers Day on Saturday, April 25.
Celebrating the best Rutgers New-Brunswick and RBHS has to offer is the core mission of Rutgers Day. It is where our community comes together to showcase the incredible work being done across our various schools, units and divisions and where New Jersey residents come to learn more about their state university. But these are unprecedented times. We hope that by not hosting Rutgers Day this year, we continue to do our part to lessen community anxiety and keep one another safe.
Many individuals and resources are dedicated to planning Rutgers Day and making a great event like this come together. We would like to thank everyone who has put their time, dedication and resources toward planning this day.
We encourage you to share your Rutgers pride on social media by posting a picture in Rutgers gear or sharing a favorite memory of Rutgers Day on April 25 using the hashtag #RutgersDay.
- Why is the university canceling Rutgers Day?
- In response to growing concerns around large-scale public events and gatherings due to the spread of COVID-19, and in accordance with CDC guidelines, Rutgers University–New Brunswick and RBHS have made the difficult decision to not hold this year’s Rutgers Day on Saturday, April 25.
We have an imperative to do what we can to slow the spread of this virus and protect members of our community. This is an unprecedented situation, and we recognize that individuals throughout our community are concerned for the health of themselves, their family, friends and neighbors.
- Will Rutgers Day be rescheduled?
- There are no plans to reschedule Rutgers Day at this time.
- Will we be hosting Rutgers Day next year?
- Rutgers Day is an annual event and we will communicate plans for upcoming events as we are able.
- How can I be involved in Rutgers Day even though it is not taking place on campus?
- We realize Rutgers Day is an opportunity to celebrate all that Rutgers–New Brunswick and Rutgers Biomedical Health and Sciences have to offer. We encourage you to celebrate your Rutgers pride by posting your favorite Rutgers Day memory, photos that illustrate your Rutgers Day pride or promoting your program on social media using the hashtag #rutgersday.
- How can I promote my program if Rutgers Day isn’t happening?
- We recognize that Rutgers Day is an opportunity for the university to showcase different programs and initiatives. We encourage you to promote your programs and initiatives on social media and use the hashtag #rutgersday. You can also promote your programs and events to the community in the Campus & Community newsletter.
- Is Rutgers closed to the public and/or students?
- For the latest information on the university’s operating status, please visit the Rutgers website for all COVID-19 related updates.