Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship
Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship
About the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship
The Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship (RIPPAC) is dedicated to informing, engaging, and training Rowan students, faculty, and the public in politics, policy, and citizen engagement. To accomplish this, the Institute hosts programs and guest speakers; supports students through academic and career development, internships and scholarships; and connects faculty and students from across the University with public entities to facilitate public policy research and discussion.
For more information and to support RIPPAC’s efforts and student intern scholarships, contact Dr. Ben Dworkin at dworkin@rowan.edu or 856-256-5832.
Have questions about RIPPAC? Contact Liz Dircks at RIPPAC@rowan.edu or 856-256-4500 ext. 5-3567.
Upcoming Events
RIPPAC's Annual April Fools' Debate
The Eagle vs. The Turkey: Which is More American?
Monday, April 6, 2026
Chamberlain Student Center Room 221
6:00 p.m. light reception | 7:00 p.m. main program
RSVP here!
Politics & Pizza with Matt Rooney
Friday, April 10, 2026 | 2:00 p.m.
Chamberlain Student Center Room 127
RSVP on ProfLink or to RIPPAC@rowan.edu!
"Make the Most Out of Your Summer Internship" Training Session
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.
Chamberlain Student Center Room 127
RSVP on ProfLink or to RIPPAC@rowan.edu!
Spring 2026 Event Calendar
Monday, April 6: Annual Mock Debate - The Eagle vs. The Turkey: Which is More American? (Public Event)
Chamberlain Student Center Room 221 | 6:00 p.m. light reception | 7:00 p.m. program
Celebrate April Fools' Day (a few days late) with RIPPAC!
Are you #TeamEagle or #TeamTurkey? Hear two teams of one student and one faculty member each give presentations arguing for their chosen bird at our annual humorous academic debate. Open to the public!
Friday, April 10: Politics & Pizza Networking Lunch with Matt Rooney, Esq. (Student-Only Event)
Chamberlain Student Center Room 127 | 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Chat with Matt Rooney Esq., founder of SaveJersey.com and president of the Camden County Bar Association, as he discusses his experience in conservative politics, law, and media. Free pizza!
Wednesday, April 15: "Make the Most of Your Summer Internship" Workshop (Student-Only Event)
Chamberlain Student Center Room 127 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thinking about your summer plans? Join RIPPAC at our annual info session to learn about making the most out of your summer internship experience – even if you aren’t sure where you’re interning yet!