Rutgers University addresses ongoing bed bug infestation in dormitory
Rutgers University is addressing a bed bug infestation at Jameson Hall, a dormitory on its Douglass Campus. The issue has persisted since March, prompting a petition with over 530 signatures from concerned students and families. University officials have stated that staff are working with residents to manage the infestation. Treatments include chemical applications and bed bug encasements, but residents are calling for more thorough inspections and fumigation. Complaints have increased, with students reporting bites and health issues. Some residents have chosen to commute rather than stay in the affected dorm, despite paying for on-campus housing.