As Rutgers University–Newark celebrates its 80th anniversary, the university is reflecting on eight decades of academic achievement, community impact, and cultural leadership in the heart of Newark. One of the institution’s most celebrated treasures is the Institute of Jazz Studies, home to the world’s largest public jazz archive and a hub for live performances, scholarship, and community engagement. Joining us now is Dr. Tonya Smith-Jackson to discuss the university’s milestone celebration, the importance of jazz and the arts in Newark’s history, and the future vision for Rutgers–Newark.