NJIT was founded in 1881 in Newark, New Jersey with support from local industrialists and inventors. It began as the Newark Technical School and was renamed the Newark College of Engineering before becoming the New Jersey Institute of Technology. Over its history, NJIT has expanded its academic programs and campus facilities to become a public research university focused on science, technology, and engineering education.

1. John Arcagua
Mr. Patryk Zielonka
American Literature II
29 May 2015
NJIT RESEARCH PROJECT

2. MAP OF THE COLLEGE

3. Founded in 1881 with the help of Newark's 19th-century industrialists and inventors, especially with the support of Edward
Weston, a famous chemist. The New Jersey Institute of Technology we know today has a rich history with its beginnings
developing from the industrial age. Like many of the port cities around the world, the Newark of the late 19th century was a
thriving industrial center. Its factories churned out thread, metals, paints and leather goods. In Newark, Thomas Edison set the
stage at his Ward Street factory for his later astounding achievements, and Edison rival Edward Weston established the first
factory in the United States for commercial production of dynamo electric machines.
On March 24, 1880, the Essex County Assemblyman in the state legislature introduced “An Act to Provide for the
Establishment of Schools of Industrial Education.” The Newark Board of Trade sponsored the bill. The Act established three
schools of industrial education: one in Newark, one in Trenton, and one in Hoboken. The first Board of Trustees met on July
1, 1884. The Newark Technical School opened on Monday, February 9, 1885 with 88 students who attended despite a terrible
snowstorm.
The first class, mostly evening students, attended classes in a rented building at 21 West Park Street. Soon the facility bec ame
inadequate to house an expanding student body. To meet the needs of the growing school, a second fundraiser—the
institution’s first capital campaign—was launched to support the construction of a dedicated building for Newark Technical
School. In 1886, under the leadership of the school’s dynamic first director, Dr. Charles A. Colton, the cornerstone was laid at
the intersection of High Street and Summit Place for the three-story building later to be named Weston Hall in honor of the
institution’s early benefactor. A laboratory building, later to be called Colton Hall, was added to the campus in 1913. Danie l
Hodgdon served as the director of Newark Technical School from 1918 to 1920.
Under Dr. Allan R. Cullimore, who led the institution from 1920 to 1949, the modest Newark Technical School was
transformed into the robust Newark College of Engineering. Campbell Hall was erected in 1925. During the lean years of the
Depression and World War II, only the former Newark Orphan Asylum, now Eberhardt Hall, was purchased and renovated by
the college.
HISTORY OF THE COLLEGE

4. The post-war period was one of enormous activity during which President Cullimore—like today’s post-Cold War
university presidents— challenged the college to turn “war-time thinking into peace-time thinking.” In 1946, about 75
percent of the freshman class had served in the armed forces. Robert W. Van Houten was acting president of NJIT
from 1947 until 1950 when the board of trustees named him president. Cullimore Hall was built in 1958 and two years
later the old Weston Hall was razed and replaced with the current seven-story structure. Doctoral-level programs were
introduced and six years later, in 1966, an 18-acre, four-building expansion was completed. William Hazell succeeded
Dr. Van Houten as president of NJIT in 1970.
In 1973, with the addition of the New Jersey School of Architecture, the institution had evolved into a technological
university, emphasizing a broad range of graduate and undergraduate degrees and dedication to significant research
and public service. A stronger-than-ever Newark College of Engineering remained intact, but a new university name—
New Jersey Institute of Technology—signified the institution’s expanded mission.
A broadened mission called for the creation of a residential campus. The opening of NJIT's first dormitory, Redwood
Hall, in 1979 began a period of steady growth that continues today. Under the leadership of Saul K. Fenster, who
served as president of NJIT from 1978 to 2002, four new schools were established at the university: The College of
Science and Liberal Arts in 1982; the School of Management in 1988; Albert Dorman Honors College in 1994; and the
College of Computing Sciences in 2001. During the administration of Robert A. Altenkirch, New Jersey School of
Architecture was reconstituted as the College of Architecture and Design in 2008.
NJIT completed the first phase of the Gateway Project in 2013, including the creation of Warren Street Village, a
three-acre, mixed-use residential housing complex that added 600 beds to NJIT's existing inventory of residential
housing. The complex includes the Honors College Residence Hall and five duplex homes for NJIT’s Greek
organizations, as well as dining services, a convenience store and fitness center for the university community.
HISTORY OF THE
COLLEGE(CONT.)
Cited: http://www.njit.edu/about/history-mission.php

5. • In Newark, New Jersey, United States
• Public
• Research
• 497 Academic Staff
• Urban, 48 acres of land
• 19 Varsity Sports
• Established in 1881
• Formerly known as; Newark College of Engineering and Newark Technical School
DESCRIPTION OF COLLEGE

6. Admission Criteria
High school academic record: We consider your entire record—especially your grades in math, science, and English.
We'll also take into account trends in your performance—for example, if your grades improved between freshman and
senior year.
Standardized test scores: We'll consider SAT scores (from the old or new version) or ACT scores, using the "math +
critical reading" composite. We'll use the highest scores provided, even if they aren't from your most recent testing.
Your scores on the Writing Section, including its essay portion, of the SAT Reasoning TestTM will be factored into the
placement decision for your first-year English course though they are not used for admissions purposes.
The average composite SAT score for our enrolling freshmen is 1190. If your score is below 1100, we recommend that you
retake the test to try to raise it.
Class rank: We look for students in the top 30 percent of their class. For schools that don't use a ranking system, we
consider a B average to be equivalent.
Portfolio: Applicants to the Architecture, Digital Design, Industrial Design and Interior Design majors are required to
submit a portfolio of creative work. Detailed information about the portfolio requirement for these majors can be found on
the College of Architecture and Design website.
Application Checklist
Completed application
$70 application fee (or a College Board waiver)
Official high school transcript
Official SAT (use code 2513) or ACT (use code 2580)
Letter of Recommendation
Photocopy of visa or permanent resident cards (for noncitizens living in the United States)
APPLICATION MATERIALS

7. College Degree s Offered Program Department
CSLA B.S. Applied Physics Physics
CoAD B.Arch andB.S. Architecture College of Architecture & Design
CSLA B.S. Biochemistry Chemistry & Environmental Science
CCS B.S. Bioinformatics Computer Science
ACADEMICS

8. MY ACADEMICS
College Degrees Offered Program Department
NCE B.S
Mechanical
Engineering
Engineering Technology

9. Scholarships are based on academic achievements, athletic prowess, SAT
scores, financial need, state of residency, and more. Based on records and
FAFSA, it automatically considers everyone for every award for which they
are eligible.
The scholarship appeal deadline are as follows:
2012-2013 Aid Year : August 15, 2012
2013-2014 Aid Year: August 15, 2013
FINANCIAL AID AND
SCHOLARSHIPS

10. Students in gaining a clear understanding of their career options and workplace requirements, in obtaining
experiential learning opportunities in the private and public sectors, in developing job search and
interviewing skills, and obtaining employment upon graduation;
Alumni in refining their job search and interviewing skills, career objectives, gaining a clear understanding of
their career options and workplace requirements, and obtaining meaningful employment in a specialty
consistent with their education, experience, and personal goals;
Faculty/staff in understanding the needs of employers and of the academic preparation and associated skills
necessary for graduates, and thus influencing curricula content and academic advisement;
Employers in staffing their organizations with qualified students, graduates, and alumni capable of filling their
workforce needs, and in developing closer and more effective relationships with university staff;
The community in linking students, alumni, faculty, and staff directly to service and civic engagement
activities with organizations committed to improving the quality of life for New Jersey residents.
New Jersey's economic and workforce development efforts through ready access to a highly skilled workforce,
thereby reducing company expenses for new employee recruitment, staffing, and training; facilitating the
transfer of technological knowledge to the workplace; and through stimulating the creation of new jobs.
Cited:http://catalog.njit.edu/graduate/campus-life-student-services/career-services/
CAREER SERVICES

11. Security, Identification, and Parking Systems Department
This site lists the parking rules and regulations, information about NJIT photo identification cards, and the visitor parking system. Plus, this website lets your register
for parking online.
Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (C-CAPS)
This site has information about the Counseling Center at NJIT, which provides services including peer counseling, academic counseling, workshops and testing.
Dean of Student Services Office
This site has information about the Dean of Student Services Office which is responsible for overseeing the activities of the Student Services Division including the
Hazell Center, Greek Life, the Counseling Center, Health Services, and Residence Life. The office also acts as the liaison for Food Services, The Pub, and the
University Bookstore.
Campus Center/Student Activities
This site contains information about the Campus Center and the activities that are going on around campus. There are many resources on this site, including
information about clubs and organizations and Greek Life.
Telecommunications and Networking Department
This site will allow you to set up your computer for using the campus network. It also contains other information regarding N JIT's phone and computer network.
The NJIT Registrar Home Page
This site will give you information about classes, course information and registration. There is also a link to the online Re gistration System (that also allows bill
payment online).
Public Transportation
This site gives a listing of public transportation in the NJIT area. It gives links to local train, bus, and airplane schedul es.
NJIT& Rutgers (Newark) Theater Arts
Directions to Newport Mall (PDF Document)
Restaurant Guide - Restaurants near NJIT (PDF Document)
SURROUNDING AREA ACTIVITIES

12. Abbreviation Organization E-mail
Contact
Person
Advisor
Actuarial Society AS njitact@gmail.com
Jennifer
Milord
Karen Rappaport
Alpha Sigma Phi Fraternity ΑΣΦ (ASP) mattn@alphasignjit.com
Matthew
Nicosia
Humberto Baquerizo
African Student
Association
AFSA njitafsa@gmail.com
Adeoye
Olowu
Robert Igbomovia
Alpha Phi Omega (Service
Fraternity)
ΑΦΩ (APO) njitapo@gmail.com
David
Thibodeaux
Humberto Baquerizo
Alpha Rho Chi
(Architecture Fraternity)
ΑΡΧ (APX) apxnjit@gmail.com
Janelle
Payumo
Humberto Baquerizo
Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority ΑΣΤ (AST) nc88@njit.edu
Nicolle
Cortorreal
Bob Moran
American Concrete
Institute
ACI njitaci@gmail.com Brian Neves
American Institute of
Chemical Engineers
AICHE aiche.njit2012@gmail.com
Anthony
Wippolito
Reginald Tomkins
American Society of
Mechanical Engineering
ASME asme.njit@gmail.com
Dennis
O'Rourke
Kountaras
SOCIALACTIVITIES

13. More and more, NJIT students are choosing to live on campus, Almost 1,600 students live on campus at NJIT in one of our four
residence halls – the brand new Dorman Residential Honors Residence opening this fall 2013, Cypress, Laurel, or Oak Halls.
Each hall has a unique setup; visit the Residence Life website to learn more. Each room is air-conditioned, fully-furnished and has high-
speed internet and cable TV including HBO. Additionally, each hall has lounges, study lounges, recreational space, laundry room, and
vending machines.
These residence halls offer the obvious advantages of on-campus living - proximity to classrooms, dining halls, the gym, the library, your
friends. Living on campus offers a host of other opportunities for students: easy access to NYC (20 min), NJPAC, The Newark M useum,
Rutgers University-Newark, UMDNJ and the chance for you to be independent, learning to live on your own and make key decisions. .
Redwood Hall will be closed for the 2013-14 academic year for major renovations to the community bathrooms. Redwood will reopen
for summer 2014. Approximately 200 first-year and upper-class students in single and double rooms. Two community bathrooms are
located on each floor.
Cypress Hall Approximately 450 first-year and upper-class students in suite style rooms with single and double rooms. Suites are
comprised of two bedrooms and a shared bathroom and foyer.
Oak Hall houses approximately 170 upper-class students in both suite-style rooms and apartments. Suite-style rooms are double
occupancy with a kitchenette and shared bathroom. Each apartment has a kitchen, living room, and bathroom. Apartment choices
include a single bedroom with a double bedroom or two double bedrooms.
Laurel Hall houses approximately 570 upper-class students in single and double rooms. Each suite has a shared bathroom and foyer.
NJIT students use electronic cards for access to residence halls. Desk attendants are on duty 24 hours a day and provide secu rity for the
residence halls by monitoring hall entrances and swiping resident IDs. All guests must have a valid photo ID and must be sign ed into the
residence hall by a resident host. Guests must be accompanied by their hosts at all times. Residence Life has staff on-duty in each hall
during non-business hours. In addition, NJIT’s Public Safety Officers patrol the campus 24 hours a day. Patrols are conducted on foot, in
cars, and on bicycles. Rooftop surveillance cameras are mounted throughout campus and monitored around the clock.
Cited:http://www.njit.edu/studentlife/housinganddining/oncampushousing.php
ON CAMPUS LIVING

14. For Ala Carte Dining:
Freshly made Milk Shakes and Smoothies will now be available in the
Convenience Store
The Spice Café will have an expanded menu with significantly reduced pricing,
as well as combos with a choice of new beverages
You will now be able to use any major Credit Cards for purchases at the
Convenience Store or any of the Ala Carte venues
MEAL PLANS

15. Mechanical Engineering is the only thing I will major
MY ACADEMICS

16. 1. What makes NJIT worth it?
2. How does NJIT provide students with education?
3. How is their teaching method different from other colleges?
4. What makes NJIT a reasonable college to go to for Mechanical Engineering?
5. How are students treated individually in terms of class?
6. Do all the things say on the site still remain or did the policy changed
throughout the years?
7.Do they plan to reduce their tuition for those student loaners?
8. If the requirements are not fulfilled to enroll, is it possible to do some
underhanded method to enroll?
9. How is the field of Mechanical Engineering different from other colleges?
10. How are divisions separated?
QUESTIONS

17. ARTICLES