Today we feature Brenden Finley from Glassboro, NJ (Gloucester County) who recently graduated with a degree in Biological Sciences. Here, Brenden shares his favorite Rowan memories and his plans for the future. Could you please tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? A favorite moment of mine happened […]
Month: June 2020
20 Classes at Rowan to Further Education on Race & Social Justice

As the Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion stated earlier this month, “Universities are not exempt from facing issues that plague our society and threaten our democracy.” It is extremely important to recognize these issues and take the necessary steps to educate ourselves and those around us on the dangers of racism, to start making […]
Cook with Me: Brioche French Toast

Welcome to our new series to give you a glimpse into Rowan University, our campus culture, and the lives of our students, while we’re practicing social distancing to protect society from the spread of COVID-19. Today’s video is from Bianca Torres, a senior Music Industry major isolating from her home in Long Valley, NJ (Morris County). […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Biological Sciences Major AnneMarie Dominique

Today we feature incoming freshman and Biological Sciences major AnneMarie Dominique. She is from Newport, NJ (Cumberland County) and will be commuting to campus in the fall. What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? I really look forward to learning at Rowan University and starting college! What is one activity, club, […]
Pride Month: Mariana [VIDEO]

Meet Mariana, who recently graduated Rowan University as a Psychology major with a Sociology minor and a certificate in undergraduate studies in Social Justice. She talks about the diverse and welcoming community she found at Rowan. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
Pride Month: Queer People of Color President Jahnaya [VIDEO]

Rowan University junior Public Relations and Advertising major Jahnaya, president of Queer People of Color, talks about the diverse and welcoming community they found at Rowan. Jahnaya tells us about their own personal journey and how they felt accepted by the Rowan community. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
Pride Month: Prism President Ella [VIDEO]

Rowan University junior Psychology major Ella Emmer, president of Prism, talks about the diverse and welcoming community she found at Rowan. She also tells us more about her personal story and the activism she is involved with on campus. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
Pride Month: Queer People of Color VP Reinaldo [VIDEO]

Rowan University junior Physics major Reinaldo, Queer People of Color vice president, tells us about the diverse and welcoming community he found at Rowan. He also tells us more about his own personal journey and how coming to Rowan University helped him express his true self. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
#PROFspective: Nutrition, Exercise Science Major and Aspiring Business Owner Tyler Weiss

Today we feature Tyler Weiss, a Nutrition major with a specialization in Exercise Science. Tyler, a junior from Winfield Park, NJ (Union County), lives on campus. Why did you choose Rowan? I chose Rowan because of its size. I felt the community wasn’t too small, so I’d have a lot of opportunities to meet new people, […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Writing Arts Major Makenzie Forrest

Meet Makenzie Forrest, a Writing Arts major from Collingswood, New Jersey (Camden County). She will be graduating with the Rowan class of 2023. What are a few things you are looking forward to next year at Rowan? I’m looking forward to having small classes (a big plus), living on campus, and going to events/being in […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Law and Justice Studies Major Brianna Carr

Today we feature Law and Justice Studies major Brianna Carr from Marlton, NJ (Burlington County). Brianna is a first-generation college student and will be living on Rowan’s campus this fall. What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? I can’t wait to meet new people at Rowan, and I’m excited to study […]
Aspiring Attorney Carl Watkins Shares His Experience in the 3+3 Program

Meet Carl Watkins, a junior Law and Justice major from Chicago, IL who transferred to Rowan University from DeVry University. Favorite faculty moment: I had a Public Speaking professor who had a different philosophy than every other teacher. He wanted to ensure students in college enjoyed their time and did not stress about everything. He […]
First Year Voices: English Language Program Student Steve Ngo

Today we speak to Steve Ngo, who recently completed his freshman year in the English Language Program. He lives in Egg Harbor Township (Atlantic County). Before the university closed due to COVID-19, Steve lived on campus at Holly Pointe Commons. Steve is a first-generation college student. What is one way you made friends this year? I […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Lindenwold’s Maiyah, Law and Justice Major, Ready to Explore College Life

Today we feature incoming freshman Maiyah from Lindenwold, NJ (Camden County). Maiyah will be entering Rowan University as a Law and Justice Studies major. What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? In high school, I played softball and I hope […]
Public Relations and Advertising Double Major Olivia Clinkscale Shares Her Perspective on the Black Lives Matter Movement

Today we feature Olivia Clinkscale, a Public Relations and Advertising double major with a minor in Sports Communication and Media from Galloway, NJ (Atlantic County). Olivia is an on-campus resident. What is the most amazing or interesting thing you’ve learned in your major this year? The most interesting thing I’ve learned in public relations and […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Computer Science Major, Musician Hunter Gareau

Today we feature Computer Science major Hunter Gareau. Hunter, from Shamong, NJ (Burlington County), is the first of his siblings to attend college. What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? I’m looking forward to the college experience: staying in a dormitory, making new friends, and participating in different activities. What is […]
#PROFspective: Double Major Gloria Sanckon, President of the African Student Association

Today we feature Gloria Sanckon, a junior Psychology and Sociology double major from Burlington Township, NJ (Burlington County). She transferred to Rowan from Burlington County College and is a first-generation college student. This year, Gloria lived on campus at the 114 Victoria Street apartments. Tell us about one club, organization or group of friends that […]
20 Minute Radius: 10 Local Ice Cream Places

School is out and summer vacation is in! What sweet treat goes hand-in-hand with the summer time? Ice cream! Hanging out in the Glassboro area? Check out these ice cream shops that are within 20 miles from campus! 1. Alaura Kitchen, Pitman, NJ Whether you’re looking for a meal or just a sweet treat, Alaura’s […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Computing and Informatics Major Saad Khalid

Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Saad Khalid, a computing and informatics major. He commutes from his home in Gloucester County. He transferred to Rowan from the Rowan College of South Jersey, Gloucester Campus. What is one moment that made you feel inspired or confident that you’re in the right field for you? Honestly, it would have […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Union County’s Chelsea Joseph Has Pre-Med Aspirations

Today we feature Biological Sciences major Chelsea Joseph. Chelsea was born in Brooklyn, NY but moved to and will be commuting to Rowan from Union, NJ (Union County). What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? Some things I look forward to next year at Rowan are learning many different and complex […]
Julia’s Corner: How Athletic Involvement Helped Me

Recent grad Julia McAleavey shares guidance through this advice column for incoming students. A student with well-rounded experience, Julia earned a bachelor’s in advertising this spring. She transferred to Rowan her sophomore year, after another school wasn’t a great fit. While at Rowan she started as an exploratory studies major, unsure of what to major […]
How the Volunteer Club Impacts My Rowan Experience

Today’s story is from Devon Graf, a recent communications studies graduate self-distancing from her house in Camden County, NJ. Devon joined the Rowan Blog team to wrap up her remaining internship hours, after her internship with Enchanted Celebrations was cut short prematurely due to COVID-19 affecting business. Volunteering at Rowan University has been such a wonderful and […]
Study with Me: Sound Design [VIDEO]

Watch Adam Clark, a senior Radio/TV/Film major, as he takes you through the final project in his Sound for Film & Video class. For this project, he created a sound design for a Playstation game. See Adam rebuild the game trailer’s audio “from scratch.” Like what you see? LEARN MORE Story and video by:Adam Clark, […]
#Rowan2020 Instagram Contest Winner Jodi Heady

Meet #Rowan2020 Instagram Contest winner and recent graduate, Jodi Heady! Jodi graduated in Literacy Studies under Subject-matter Education with two minors in Education and Psychology. Jodi commuted to Rowan during her last semester from her home in Mantua, NJ (Gloucester County). She’s a first-generation college student who transferred to Rowan University from Rowan College of South […]
Behind the Scenes with #Rowan2020 Contest Winner Edgar Aquino Huerta, Creator of the Viral Graduation Video

Meet recent graduate and #Rowan2020 Social Media contest winner, Edgar Aquino Huerta! Edgar, from Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County), earned a bachelor’s degree in Radio/TV/Film. His virtual commencement video became a viral sensation and caught the attention of national media outlets. Read more about Edgar and his plans after Rowan. Edgar Aquino Huerta wants to be famous for […]
#Rowan2020 Instagram Contest Winner Megan Miller

Today we feature #Rowan2020 Instagram contest winner Megan Miller. Megan is a recent graduate with a bachelor of fine arts in Biomedical Art and Visualization from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County). Megan lived on campus during her freshman and sophomore years and lived off-campus during her junior and senior years. Please tell us about your favorite […]
#Rowan2020 Instagram Contest Winner Gianna Floria

Today we feature #Rowan2020 Instagram contest winner Gianna Floria. Gianna is a recent graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lakewood, NJ (Ocean County). Gianna lived on campus during her time at Rowan. Please tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes. […]
#Rowan2020 Instagram Contest Winner Enzo Ronchi

Meet recent graduate and #Rowan2020 Instagram Contest winner, Enzo Ronchi! Enzo graduated with a degree in Public Relations and is originally from Ventnor, NJ (Atlantic County). He transferred from Atlantic Cape Community College and has spent the past two years at Rowan University. He reflects on the past two years of his Rowan University journey! […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Exploratory Studies Major Amanda McNally Furthers Her Athletic Career at Rowan

Today we feature Exploratory Studies major Amanda McNally from Tabernacle, NJ (Burlington County). Amanda is excited to be living on campus this fall and competing on two of Rowan’s athletic teams. What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? I’m looking forward to being on campus and all of the student events. […]
Meet Rowan #2024: Commuter Yasmien Farhat Looks Forward to Club Involvement

Today we feature incoming freshman Yasmien Farhat, an elementary education major from South Jersey. What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? Throughout my high school career, I fell in love with volleyball. Being on the court with my teammates and […]
#PROFspective: Pre-Med Junior Andrea Owens on the Biological Sciences Major, Making Change in Healthcare

Today we feature Andrea Owens, a junior Biological Sciences major with a Chemistry minor and concentration in pre-medicine. Andrea is a transfer and a first-generation college student. She commuted from home before COVID-19 shut down campus. Andrea will share with us her #PROFspective on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Civil and Environmental Engineering Major Bridget McDevitt

Today we feature Civil and Environmental Engineering major Bridget McDevitt. She is from Logan Township, NJ (Gloucester County) and will be commuting to Rowan in the fall. What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? Something that I’m looking forward to next year at Rowan is finally beginning to trek forward […]
#PROFspective: Sophomore Health Promotion & Wellness Management Major Hajah Carpenter

Today we feature sophomore Health Promotion & Wellness Management major Hajah Carpenter. She is a first-generation college student from Somerdale, NJ (Camden County). Before campus closed due to COVID-19, Hajah lived in the Rowan Boulevard Apartments. How are you getting the most out of your college experience? I’m getting the most out of my experience […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Computer Science Major Joe Talucci

Today we feature Joe Talucci, a Computer Science major from Haddon Township, NJ (Camden County). Joe will be commuting to Rowan this fall as an incoming freshman. What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? I am looking forward to meeting my classmates and the faculty. What is one activity, club, sport or hobby […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Early Childhood Education Major Jordyn Briner

Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Jordyn Briner, a transfer from Rowan College at Burlington County. Jordyn is a junior early childhood education major who commutes to campus from her home in Burlington Township, NJ (Burlington County). One moment that made you feel inspired or confident that you’re in the right field for you? In high school, […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Law and Justice Major Haley Flores “Super Excited to Start New Beginnings”

Today we feature Law and Justice major Haley Flores from Sussex, NJ (Sussex County). What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? A couple activities I would like to continue at Rowan are joining the softball and volleyball clubs. How or […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Inclusive Education Major Lexi Davis

Today we feature Inclusive Education major Lexi Davis from Riverside, NJ (Burlington County). What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? Going to Rowan, I’m looking the most forward to being able to gain knowledge on things I actually find interest in. I’m also looking forward to meeting new people outside of […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Exploratory Studies Major DJ Hickman

Today we feature Exploratory Studies major DJ Hickman from Northfield, NJ (Atlantic County). What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? I’m very much looking forward to meeting the people who will soon become my friends for my lifetime. What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high […]
Julia’s Corner: Finding Friends

Recent grad Julia McAleavey shares guidance through this advice column for incoming students. A student with well-rounded experience, Julia earned a bachelor’s in advertising. She transferred to Rowan her sophomore year, after another school wasn’t a great fit. While at Rowan she started as an exploratory studies major, unsure of what to major in. She’s […]
Senior Reflects: From Military to Music Industry, Travis Keiser Thanks Faculty, Family, Friends

Today we feature Travis Keiser, a Music Industry: Technology major from Washington, NJ (Warren County). He transferred and was commuting to Rowan before COVID-19 shut down campus. Could you please tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? One of my favorite moments was when my […]
#PROFspective: Javelin Thrower Daniel McAleavey

Meet Daniel McAleavey, a junior community and environmental major from Howell, NJ (Monmouth County) who lived in Rowan Boulevard Apartments this past school year. Daniel throws javelin for men’s track and field. Take us to one typical day at Rowan for you: A typical Rowan day consists of me waking up in the morning to […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Mechanical Engineering Major Emma Redmond

Today we feature Mechanical Engineering major Emma Redmond. She is from Mantua, NJ (Gloucester County) and will commute to Rowan in the fall. What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? I am looking forward to meeting all of the new people at Rowan, and making some new friends! What is one […]
My Experience of Making Friends as a Commuter

Today we feature junior communication studies major and journalism minor Christian A. Browne, who commutes to Rowan from Sicklerville, NJ (Camden County) and is originally from Philadelphia. Christian transferred to Rowan from Camden County College. Making friends, in general, can be hard at times. Especially as a commuter, you don’t have the benefits of being […]
Meet Rowan #2024: Theatre Major Looks Forward to Acting and Dancing on Campus

Today we feature Shayla Moon, an incoming theatre major with a concentration in acting and a minor in communication studies, from Pennington, NJ (Mercer County). What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? “I did dance, and I would love to […]
5 Benefits of Going to College Close to Home

Today’s story is from Devon Graf, a graduating senior communications studies major self-distancing from her house in Camden County, NJ. Devon joined the Rowan Blog team to wrap up her remaining internship hours, after her internship with Enchanted Celebrations was cut short prematurely due to COVID-19 affecting business. As an on-campus student for all four […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Africana Studies Major Makyia J. Green

Today we feature Makyia J. Green, an Africana Studies major. Makyia is a future freshman from Camden, NJ (Camden County). What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? I would like to continue with music, cheerleading, and dance while attending Rowan. […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Future Math and STEM Educator Rachel Bonhomme

Meet Rachel Bonhomme, a future Math and STEM Education major from Brick, NJ (Ocean County). She is excited to be an on-campus resident and part of the Rowan community. She tells us more about why she chose Rowan University! What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like […]
Quarantine at Home Workouts

Today we feature sophomore Lynzie Morgan, a Public Relations major with a minor in Marketing. She is from Hamilton, NJ (Mercer County) and lived in 230 Victoria before COVID-19 shut down campus. Welcome to Rowan at Home workouts! This is a great opportunity to get your heartbeat pumping and inherit a new great beginning in […]
Graduating College at 19

Earning a college degree at 19, and earning an associate degree while still in high school, is not something we hear about very often. I asked Tom Copsetta, a 2020 graduate of the radio/TV/film program at Rowan, and previously ambassador for the High School Option Program (HSOP), a few questions about his experience. Tom earned […]
Meet #Rowan 2024: Computer Science Major Dean Julien Joins Freshmen Class From Haiti

Today we feature Dean Julien, a Computer Science major from Montrouis Le Maire, Haiti and a first-generation college student. What are a few things you are looking forward to next year at Rowan? I am looking forward to meeting a lot of people, seeing old friends, and being the proudest basketball player on the Rowan […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Biochemistry Major from Nigeria, Damilola Bukola Babalola

Today we feature Damilola Bukola Babalola, a Biochemistry major from Nigeria, Africa. What are a few things you are looking forward to next year at Rowan? I look forward to greatness, more knowledge, achieving my goals, socializing, and much more. How or why did you choose your major? I chose my major because my goal […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Psychology Major, Maryland Native Bri Broadwater Headed to Glassboro

Today we feature future freshman Bri Broadwater from Bel Air, Maryland. Bri is a Psychology major and the first in her family to attend college. What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? In high school I was involved in a […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Human Resources Management Major Vanessa Finnan

Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Vanessa Finnan, a junior Human Resources Management major and transfer from Rowan College at Burlington County. Vanessa is from Cinnaminson, NJ (Burlington County), and lived on-campus in Townhouses prior to campus closure due to COVID-19. Could you share with us one moment that made you feel inspired or confident that you’re […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Future Student-Athlete, Engineering Major Matt Gandy

Today we meet incoming freshman Electrical and Computer Engineering major Matt Gandy from Stratford, NJ (Camden County). Matt will be living on campus in the fall. What are a few things you’re looking forward to at Rowan next year? I am looking forward to all the new people I will meet in my first year […]
Meet Rowan #2024: Student Prepares to Thrive in Double Major for Music

Today we feature Antonietta DiDonato, an incoming Music Education major who plans on adding a Music Performance major to her studies. Antonietta is from New Egypt, NJ (Ocean County), and although neither of her parents went to college, she is “excited to follow in [her] older sister’s footsteps.” What is one activity, club, sport or […]
Meet Rowan #2024: Alex Micharski Prepares for a Strong Start at Rowan

Today we feature incoming freshman Alex Micharski, a Computer Science major with a Math minor from Hamilton, NJ (Mercer County). What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? Or something new you’d like to try? I spent a lot of my […]
First Year Voices: Abigail Riehman Reflects on Normal Days at Rowan

Today’s (FRESH)man Voices features Abigail Riehman, a psychology major from Norristown, PA who lived in Mimosa Hall until COVID-19 shut down the campus. What did you most enjoy your freshman year at Rowan? I enjoyed meeting new people and making new friends. Also experiencing living on my own for the first time and doing it […]