Rutgers University Student Life in Newark

Trendy Newark: Visit The Division of Global Affairs at Rutgers University-Newark

Rutgers University student life is an important component of a well rounded educational experience. Being within twenty minutes of New York City and two hours from Washington D.C. by train the Division of Global Affairs at Rutgers University-Newark puts scholars within easy reach of and facilitates access to the world's foremost international organizations, financial institutions, non-governmental organizations, and think tanks. Additionally, Newark is itself a global city with an exciting build up of cafes and public spaces. Whether you're visiting the Division of Global Affairs as a prospective student, to engage in our seminar series, or as a current student you'll want to follow the links below to find some of Newark's trendy places near the Rutgers University-Newark campus.

Military Park, Newark, NJ

History and Culture

Familiarize yourself with Newark by watching the award winning Rutgers-Newark Documentary, The Once and Future Newark, which follows a tour guided by Dr. Clement Price
Visit Historic Conklin Hall which houses The Division of Global Affairs
Enjoy fitness and entertainment programs or take a stroll through Military Park
Visit Newark Museum

Cafes and Great Eats

The Coffee Cave offers excellent espresso drinks, famed homemade soups, and specialty teas
Catch up with friends and colleagues over drinks and a meal at 27 Mix
For Middle Eastern Cuisine stop in at the Green Chicpea
Excellent Cambodian Cuisine at Newark's favorite food truck run by popular chef Jerry Ley (catch daily location on twitter)
Stop in for a pint at a student favorite McGovern's Tavern