Thank-A-Grad | Graduate Student Life - Division of Student Affairs

Thank-A-Grad is an initiative organized by the Office of Graduate Student Life in the Division of Student Affairs during Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week. From April 1 to April 7, 2024, faculty, staff, and students from across Rutgers-New Brunswick submitted letters of gratitude to recognize the outstanding graduate and professional students in their lives. Thank you to all of our amazing graduate students for the vibrancy and excellence you bring to the Rutgers community!

Sumeet K.

Mathematics

I am truly grateful to have Sumeet as a friend and housemate. His diligence, focus, and unwavering dedication to his research are not only inspiring but have also positively influenced my own academic journey. His willingness to help others, combined with his hard work, makes him a true inspiration.

Archit Bansal
Computer Science

Archit B.

Computer Science

Thank you for all the help and happiness you bring to my life.

Eric C.

Thank you for the leadership and advocacy you have provided for the graduate student community. Your insights have helped me learn more about the needs of graduate students and ways we can better serve them.

Chris Carey
Office of the Vice Chancellor, Division of Student Affairs

Eric C.

GSA President

Thank you Eric for your spirit of partnership and colloboration with the Office of Graduate Student Life. It has been such a pleasure to work in tandem with you this past year in our efforts to ensure a thriving graduate student community!

Ghada Endick
Graduate Student Life

Archit B.

Computer Science

Always went above and beyond to help me and my other friends as a TA to help us in the course data101. It was a rough class and we were struggling but Archit spent hours teaching us and I learnt from my mistakes. He’s a great tutor and is very patient and kind.

Diya Shah
ITI

Archit B.

Computer Science

Archit was my Data101 TA in Fall semester 2023. He made himself available the entire semester and made time for extra questions. He guided me through the class and was very knowledgeable about the topics. He inspired me to pursue Computer Science as a major and continues to help and support me.

Vagish Murali
Computer Science

Sergio T.

Master of Health Administration Program at Bloustein

I like to thank Sergio for assisting in our events at the Bloustein School. Sergio has shown exemplary leadership working with the GSHL and has been involved in events revolving recruitment of new students. His personal experiences at Bloustein has impacted students' decision to attend Bloustein.

Gregorio Marrero
BSPPP - Dean's Office

Beauty O.

Dual MPP/MPI Program at Bloustein

I like to thank Beauty for all her hard work at the Bloustein School. She has never hesitated to be involved with organization events and help Student Services with our events. She exudes leadership and confidence in all aspects of her life. We are glad she added a dual degree so she can stay longer.

Gregorio Marrero
BSPPP - Dean's Office

Kelly C.

Office of Student Involvement and Leadership

Kelly, on behalf of SABO team, we thank you for your efforts in helping student org Treasurers submit all their check requests with proper documentation and following up on anything that needs attention. You are student-focused and we appreciate your kindness, positive demeanor and collaboration!

Charisse Gutierrez
Student Activities Business Office

Gustavo R.

Biochemistry and Microbiology

Hi Gustavo! I just want to say thank you for all your support from the beginning until now. It was difficult for me to adjust to the lab work and understand what we were doing, but you patiently guided me, and I am very grateful for that. I hope you have a very smooth PhD journey!

Nupur T.

Biochemistry and Microbiology

Hi Nupur! Thank you very much for your help and support. You selflessly helped me when I was dealing with challenging class lectures, and I could not have been more grateful. I am extremely lucky to have a friend like you. I wish you all the best with your PhD journey!

Hannah B.

Biochemistry and Microbiology

Hi Hannah! I appreciate all your help and assistance with the experiments. You patiently guided me whenever I felt lost, and I am forever grateful for that. Our brief conversations in the lab always made my day. I hope you get the results that you wanted and have a smooth PhD journey!

Franklin R.

Biochemistry and Microbiology

Hi Franklin! I am very very grateful for all of your assistance with my lab work. You're a rockstar, and I'm lucky to have you as my guide through this lab adventure!

Meaghan W.

Student Orientation and Transition Programs

I'm so glad to have you by my side throughout this first journey into the professional world! You're so open and kind and make such easy connections with people. I can't wait to see all the wonderful things you do!

Jillian Lynch
Student Orientation and Transition Programs

Jay J.

Department of Pharmacology

Transitioning to a new country comes with its unique challenges. During this crucial phase of my life, Jay empathically understood my issues and provided invaluable support. I am profoundly thankful for Jay's ongoing support and guidance. His role in my journey extends beyond that of a mentor.

Rahul Saxena
Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Katelyn V.

Katelyn did a great job during her rotation in my lab. She learned all the techniques through single exposure, set up a new assay and generated a ton of high-quality data that provided insight into the formation of a-synuclein inclusions. She was also a great lab citizen.

Eleanna Kara
Neurology

Caitlyn C.

Masters in Health Administration

Caitlyn has always been a dedicated student to the MHA. She is the first one to offer to help faculty, peers and prospective students. Most recently she has devoted many hours to help guide the Rutgers Case Competition team which we are very grateful for. She is an exemplary student overall.

Samantha A.

United Nations and Global Policy Studies MA Program

Sam has been very important to the success of the UNMA program. From my first day at Rutgers Sam helped me get acclimated. She's gone above and beyond for our graduate program and for the entire Political Science department. Thank you Sam, I know you will do well in all of your future endeavors!

Arnav P.

Student and Academic Services - The Bloustein School

Arnav has been a terrific assistant and ambassador for Bloustein. He has an incredibly positive, 'can-do' attitude and is always willing to help and go the extra mile. He will be missed, but I am confident that he will be paying it forward to future students as an alumni in career mentor roles.

Andrea Garrido
Student and Academic Services - The Bloustein School

Aidan S.

Linguistics

Thank you for being so patient and efficient.

Akinbiyi Akinlabi
Linguistics

Indira D.

Linguistics

Indira is such a kind soul, a dedicated lab coordinator, and a conscientious researcher. Her calm presence, willingness to move outside of her comfort zone to support our lab's research, and her careful approach to our team's needs make her a fantastic asset to my lab.

Kristen Syrett
Linguistics

Konrad W.

Plant Biology

Thanks for always being communicative and available to bounce ideas off each other, and talk through our projects together. It always helps to have a fellow student to share ideas with.

Steven J.

Italian

Thank you Steven for projecting the films for my class! You are a life saver! I look forward to working with you again next semester!

Albert Nigrin
Cinema Studies

Leela B.

Genetics

Leela thinks deeply about her science and has enthusiasm to continuing learning. She has changed the way we aim to communicate our science.

Karen Schindler
Genetics

Mayra R.

Genetics

Mayra is deeply dedicated to her work and reproductive biology. She has taken our work in reproductive longevity to the next level.

Karen Schindler
Genetics

Marlena D.

Genetics

Marlena demonstrates intense grit, in coming back to graduate school to advance her career as an IVF lab director. She challenges us to think about the clinical applications of our research.

Karen Schindler
Genetics

Anika S.

Graduate Student Life

Thank you for all your efforts as we build the Office of Graduate Student Life. I really value your dedication, tech skills and adapting to all the twists and turns along the way!

Ghada Endick
Graduate Student Life

Anika S.

Graduate Student Life

I just want to acknowledge the amazing work that Nikki does for the GSL and Ghada Endick. She has helped improve communication with the weekly newsletter, strategizing new initiatives and helped make the office a supportive environment and space for graduate students - thank you!!

Laura Randolph
Student Orientation and Transition Programs

Ezio I.

Office of the Registrar

Thank you, Ezio, for the work you do for our office while balancing the responsibilities of academic work. Your loyalty, care, and reliability are strong characteristics you tap into daily to complete your academic and professional needs. Finish up strong my friend!!!

Ezio I.

Office of the Registrar

The Office of the Registrar is fortunate to have Ezio on our staff. Ezio is dependable, dedicated, and thoughtful all while working full-time and being a graduate student. I am grateful to have him as a colleague. I want to thank him for his diligence and kindness especially when under pressure.

Catherine Oliver
Office of the Registrar

Ezio I.

Registrar

Ezio, I am so grateful that you joined our department. You are always very polite, kind, and helpful and work very hard not only at your job, but at Graduate school as well. You put your all into everything you do. Please know you are appreciated and 'thank you' for being you!

Rose Samsel
Registrar

Ezio I.

Registrar

Congratulations - you're a better person than me. It takes a lot of work to get to this point and you did it. Just remember me when you get to the top!

Sherry Lynn Landis
Registrar

Maria Alejandra G.

REV extends our sincere gratitude for your contributions to our research and to the success of the Center. We appreciate your dedication to your work at the Center as you balance so many personal, educational, and professional commitments. What you achieve each semester is no small feat!