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Rutgers Democracy Lab Showcase

We invite you to join us on April 23, 2026, from 12:00–4:00 PM at the Cook Student Center for the Rutgers Democracy Lab Showcase, an afternoon highlighting the work, ideas, and collaborations shaping democracy-focused research and engagement across Rutgers University. Click here to register!

Thursday April 23, 2026 • 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM • Cook Student Center, New Brunswick

An open showcase highlighting the work of the Rutgers Democracy Lab during its inaugural year. You'll hear remarks from RDL's inaugural director, Dr. Nick Longo, followed by fast-paced lightning talks from RDL faculty and staff, as well as a parallel session of student poster presentations featuring hands-on democratic engagement and research in action. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet RDL students and faculty fellows, explore ongoing projects, and engage with RDL staff and partners.

Registration

Please register by Monday, April 13 to confirm your attendance. Registration is required.

(Note: This showcase is open to all Rutgers University faculty, staff, students, and the public.)

Event Overview

Location: Cook Student Center, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ

12:00–12:30 PM - Lunch and networking

12:30–1:00 PM - Welcome and introductions from RDL Leadership

1:00–3:00 PM - Simultaneous Lightning Talks & Poster Presentations (explore more below)

3:00–4:00 PM - Coffee and networking/Recruitment and tabling from key RDL programs and affiliates

  • 1:00–1:10 PM
    Inspiring Democratic Engagement through Digital Media Production Coursework
    Professor Alyse Shorland

    1:12–1:22 PM
    Amplify Democracy: A Student-Led Podcast and Digital Toolkit on Civic Engagement through the Arts
    Dr. Cleopatra Charles

    1:24–1:34 PM
    Democracy and Critical Thinking in Business Ethics: A Course Module
    Dr. Joanne Ciulla

    1:36–1:46 PM:
    Does Informing Potential Voters Make for an Informed Vote? 
    Dr. Richard Lau and Dr. Katherine McCabe

    1:48–1:58 PM
    The Rutgers Health Policy and Advocacy Corps. 
    Jack Hemphill

    2:00–2:10 PM
    Dr. Debra Borie-Holtz

    2:12–2:22 PM
    Policy Collaboratory
    Dr. Elizabeth Cooner & Dr. Kevin Majewski

    2:24–2:34 PM
    Conflict to Connection Trainings with Rutgers Student Leaders
    Dr. Amy Miele

    2:36–2:46 PM
    Rutgers Scarlet Service

    2:48–2:58 PM
    RDL Civics Bootcamps and Experiential Learning Experiences through Eagleton Education Programs
    Professor Ginger Gold Schnitzer

    • RDL Think and Do Tank Student Projects
      • RDL Civic Engagement Hub
      • Rutgers University Police Department–Student Safety Committee
      • The MENO Cause: Menstrual Equity for New
      • Basic Needs Student Steering Committee
      • Transit Access for Career Equity Initiative
      • Civic Accessibility Initiative
    • RDL Talking Across Difference Student Leaders Program
    • Third Spaces at Rutgers-New Brunswick
    • Paideia: A K–8 Civics Learning Platform powered by the RDL Student Fellows Program and the Innovation, Design, and Entrepreneurship Academy (IDEA) at Rutgers University
    • Effects of Apolitical Influencers on Political Behavior powered by the RDL Technology and Democracy Research Hub

Please email democracy@eagleton.rutgers.edu with any questions. We look forward to seeing you at the showcase!