Join the Eagleton Institute of Politics for a post-election discussion following New Jersey’s gubernatorial election with a panel of political experts. The panel will share thoughts and insights from key moments throughout the gubernatorial race, candidates’ campaign strategies, election night outcomes, and more. This event is presented as part of the Louis J. Gambaccini Civic Engagement Series.

Both U.S. Representatives Mikie Sherrill (NJ) and Abigail Spanberger (VA) could make history in their gubernatorial races this week. How common is it for women officeholders to serve in both the U.S. Congress and as governor? The Center for American Women and Politics’ (CAWP) latest post traces this career path.

“With days to go to Election Day, partisans can agree on one thing – Reese’s is No. 1,” said Ashley Koning, an assistant research professor and director of the Eagleton Center for Public Interest Polling. “Democrats, independents, and Republicans alike say Reese’s is their favorite Halloween candy.

New initiative within the Rutgers Democracy Lab at the Eagleton Institute of Politics will examine how social media, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies influence political behavior.

Applications are open for the RU Ready Internship, a paid internship for undergraduates interested in supporting the RU Ready program in area high schools and middle schools to foster civic engagement. Apply by Friday, November 7 at 5:00PM.

Applications are open for the Spring 2026 Digital Content Creator internship, a paid internship for current Rutgers students interested in creating eye-catching, viral-worthy social media content promoting political engagement. Apply by Wednesday, November 12, at 5:00PM.

Are you a Rutgers undergraduate student interested in exploring how social media shapes society and politics? The Technology and Democracy Research Hub is a paid internship program open to students from all majors, offering technical training and hands-on experience in social media research and the opportunity to co-author a report. Learn more and apply by Monday, December 1 at 11:59PM.

Next Friday, join the Eagleton Institute of Politics for the annual Alumni Get Together. Return to the Drawing Room after the election to engage in discussions with fellow Eagleton alums and current students to bridge differences and foster connections. RSVP by November 3.

Join the Rutgers Democracy Lab's Talking Across Difference (TAD) Team for an evening of community, conversation, and connection. This event will provide an opportunity to meet the TAD Fall 2025 Cohort of Student Leaders, learn about the program’s mission, and explore how TAD encourages constructive dialogue across different perspectives. Snacks will be provided.