Experiential Connections and Engaged Learning Lab

For Rosahirene “Rosy” Andrade Cordova, gardening began very simply as a hobby in her yard. But as she watched plants grow and discovered the satisfaction of caring for them, she began to recognize something deeper.  Today, that early connection has grown into an academic interest and professional career trajectory. Rosy is gaining practical skills and applied knowledge through an experiential learning opportunity at Healthy Harvest, the SEBS food access and urban agriculture hub.

For Rutgers senior Ariadna Sosa, a passion for wildlife that began in childhood has grown into a commitment to understanding ecosystems and protecting the natural world. Through an experiential learning project at the Rutgers Ecological Preserve, Sosa is exploring the relationships between native wildflowers and the insects that pollinate them, gaining practical research skills while helping others appreciate the importance of insect conservation.