In June 2024, rising junior and Journalism and Media Studies major Gabriela Rubin traveled to Israel, and she said her experiences meeting with and speaking to Israeli leaders, soldiers, and citizens confirmed her passions for journalism, media, and politics, and left her even more committed to pursuing her dream of working in media post-graduation.

Rutgers University, at the time of my admission, held the prestigious position of being ranked 6th among library science schools, a testament to its rigorous academic standards and esteemed standing in the field.