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.