Campus Life

On our campus

Campus Life develops and implements innovative programs for the Office of Student Affairs to foster an all-embracing environment. The dental school is a place where many different cultural and life experiences are valued and respected. We strive to encourage a humanistic culture of caring that values individuality and individual responsibility, while adhering to principles of equity and fairness.

On the national level

RSDM has worked with the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) to lead programs on guiding disadvantaged students nationwide to consider the profession of dentistry. For current students, ADEA seminars are held to encourage them to become leaders in the field of academic dentistry.

In addition, RSDM collaborated with other dental school academics to present “Out and Safe,” an (ADEA) webinar series that focused on supporting LGBTQ communities. The Dental Association for Equality at RSDM, one of the first dental school clubs for LGBTQ students and allies, was founded in 2012.

Housing

The Office of Housing & Residence Life provides on campus living environment that is safe, secure, well maintained, and which promotes personal growth, social development, the celebration of individual differences, and academic excellence. At 180 West Market Street, there are a range of apartment types available for students to choose from including private studio and one-bedroom apartments, as well as shared two- and three-bedroom apartments. All are within walking distance of RSDM. There are also several options for off-campus living in Newark that are popular with students.

Primary Contact

Assistant Dean of Campus Life
Herminio Perez
hlp21@sdm.rutgers.edu