College Administrator Helps First-Gen Hispanic Students Overcome ‘Imposter Syndrome’

Entering the collegiate world can be an overwhelming experience for many, particularly Hispanic and first-generation students. They can feel lost, confused, or simply out of place. Iris Torres, director, TRIO/Student Support Services (SSS) at Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ), has made it a priority to create a safe space for those individuals. Torres, who

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Grilled Veggies

Burgers and hotdogs may take center stage on the grill in summertime, but make sure to save room for the veggies! Eggplant, zucchini, peppers—all have a place at the table and when grilled they become especially appetizing. Served with pita bread, grilled vegetables are a great vegetarian sandwich and are even better when drizzled with

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Snack on Squash Rounds

Looking for a snack that’s nutritious, delicious, and super easy to make? Baked Yellow Squash Parmesan Rounds are the answer! With only two ingredients and 20 minutes, these will have even the pickiest eaters coming back for more. This recipe makes two to four servings. Baked Yellow Squash Parmesan Rounds 2 medium-sized yellow summer squash

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AROUND TOWN: Garden Party Makes History, Honors Vineland Naturalist Mary Treat (1830–1923)

A crowd of gardeners braved the heat and humidity on Sunday, June 23, to attend a garden party at the Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society (VHAS). The event was a tribute to Mary Treat, a 19th century Vineland resident, who was esteemed for her scientific studies of the natural world. Three gardens presently exist on

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USDA, Inspira Health Announce $1M Grant for Medical Center in South Jersey

USDA Rural Development Under Secretary Dr. Basil Gooden and New Jersey State Director Jane Asselta joined Inspira Health President and CEO Amy Mansue on June 24 to formally announce a $1 million health care grant for state-of-the-art medical equipment at Inspira Medical Center Mannington. “Now more than ever, people in rural and Tribal communities across

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Vineland’s Powell is Contender in 2025 NFL Draft

Former Vineland High Class of 2020 multi-position football star Tyreem Powell is a strong early contender in the 2025 NFL draft. Like Vineland native Isaiah Pacheco of the Kansas City Chiefs before him, Powell is excelling on the football field for the Rutgers University Scarlet Knights, as an outside linebacker. He recently earned preseason recognition

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Fortescue and Gandy’s Beach Sewer Project to Start This Month

After more than a decade of planning, financing for the Downe Township Sewer Project (through the New Jersey Infrastructure Trust) was recently completed. Total project cost is $35.8 million. Construction will commence this month with completion expected by the summer of 2026. Downe Township was severely impacted by Superstorm Sandy on October 29, 2012, and

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