Academic Success

Choosing the right school and program for your undergraduate education can be challenging. Third-year undergraduate student Joshua Grebler chose NJIT for his Industrial Design education, and here’s why. He speaks about the unique aspects of NJIT's Industrial Design program, how it has prepared him for his career goals, and his experiences with the Industrial Design community at NJIT.  

Earning a Ph.D. in chemistry and environmental science can put you on the fast-track for many career opportunities as well as boost your personal growth. A Ph.D. in chemistry can provide the education and training necessary for to substantiate your expertise and develop the skills necessary to become an independent professional.

Are you an undergraduate student struggling to manage your time effectively? If so, you're not alone. Many students have a hard time juggling their academic and social lives while still maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Fortunately, there are a few key time management tips that can help college undergraduates get the most out of their busy days. 

Have you ever been in a situation where you’re studying for an exam and just can’t seem to focus? Well, there is one solution that may be able to help you regain your concentration while also boosting your mood — music! Believe it or not, music can actually help you concentrate while studying or working. In fact, listening to music offers many benefits including lowering levels of anxiety, raising levels of energy, and enhancing motivation. So get ready to open your books and turn up the tunes. 

Choosing a STEM university can be a daunting decision, but it can also be one of the best decisions you'll ever make. By selecting a STEM university, you are setting yourself up to have access to the best tools and resources available in the field of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Keep reading to explore why selecting a STEM university is the best decision you can make for your future.

Earning a Ph.D. from the Ying Wu College of Computing (YWCC) can put you on the fast-track for many career opportunities as well as boost your personal growth. A Ph.D. in either Computer Science and Information Systems provide the theoretical foundations and application areas in computing that are in the forefront of the computing domain.

Earning a Ph.D. in the mathematical sciences field can put you on the fast-track for many career opportunities as well as boost your personal growth. A Ph.D. in mathematical sciences provides students with the vital knowledge in mathematics and statistics needed to teach at college-level, conduct strong independent research in their areas of expertise or succeed in a range of diverse careers within government and private sector environments.

Earning a Ph.D. in an engineering field can open the doors to many career opportunities as well as boost your personal growth. A Ph.D. in engineering can give you:

• Enhanced critical thinking skills and the ability to identify worthy technical challenges

Applying to college can be an intimidating process. You’ll likely see many new terms that you’re unfamiliar with, and this can cause some confusion and frustration. Read on to familiarize yourself with some common phrases used in academia, and alleviate some of the stress that comes along with applying to universities.  

By Steven Kuerble, Communication and Media ‘22