We’re so close to the beginning of the new semester, let’s kick it off with a college bucket list by sharing some students’ ambitions. “I’m looking forward to everyone moving in and meeting more new people since my freshman year got cut short. One of my must do’s when I get back on campus this […]
Month: August 2021
Out-of-State Students’ Returning to Rowan Bucket List
Many out-of-state students are coming to campus for the first time since COVID, while some were able to come to campus last year. Here are some things that out-of-state students are looking forward to when campus opens up a bit more this semester. Magdelyn Kelly is a senior Musical Theatre and Theatre Education major from […]
What is Rowan Boulevard?
Grab a bite or go somewhere fun with friends at Rowan Boulevard, Glassboro’s downtown area at the edge of Rowan University’s campus. Rowan Boulevard is a one-third mile strip built to reinvent downtown for students and area residents. In 2000, visions for Rowan Boulevard began, but it wasn’t until 2008 that construction really launched. We’d […]
A Look Inside the Rowan Men’s Club Lacrosse Team
Today we feature three members of the Men’s Club Lacrosse team as they share their experiences and touch upon why Rowan Men’s Club Lacrosse is a great extracurricular to participate in. Participating in sports at the high school level is important to students as it fuels their competitive edge, allows individuals to make new friends, […]
Rowan RAs Share Tips for Creating a Positive Environment while Living with a Roommate
For most people, college is the first time students live with a roommate. Resident Assistants (RAs), who are trained with mediation tactics, share some tips on how students can create and maintain a positive environment in their spaces. Senior RA in Townhouse Apartments Alyssa Putiri thinks the key to a positive roommate relationship is “all […]
National Dog Day: August 26 Is a Day For The Dogs
Rowan Blog contributor, Public Relations major and student athlete Natalie DePersia captures Rowan’s beloved Prof Pets. As tribute to National Dog Day, we would like to highlight some of the pets of our Rowan students and alumni. National Dog Day is more than just a day to have a bigger incentive to post a cute […]
Melody Wozunk Named Student CEO of Saxbys New Campus Cafe
Today we feature Melody Wozunk, a senior Management major from Vineland, NJ (Cumberland County). Melody is the inaugural Student Cafe Executive Officer for the new student-run Saxbys cafe at Rowan’s Rohrer College of Business. Saxbys is a Certified B Corporation and coffee company in over 10 different locations. Saxbys’ mission statement is “Make Life Better.” With their […]
Rowan Abroad: Recent Graduate, Chloe Senatore, Talks Acceptance into Trinity College in Dublin
English major and Rowan Blog contributor Bianca Gray sat down with fellow English major and recent graduate, Chloe Senatore, to talk about her acceptance into Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. Chloe not only discusses the journey that led her to Trinity College but how the English Department at Rowan helped her along the way. Can […]
Ten Ways to Avoid Getting Lost on Campus
Are you new to campus? Is it your first time taking in-person classes on-campus? As any new place is, Rowan’s campus may be confusing at first. To help you out, here are 10 ways to avoid getting lost! 1. Visit the information desk The Information Desk at the Chamberlain Student Center provides directions and other useful […]
Inside Look: 230 Victoria Apartments [VIDEO]
Take a tour of 230 Victoria Apartments, a Nexus Properties student housing option for sophomores, juniors and seniors, and get a glimpse into student life. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
3 Rowan RAs Share Their Favorite Programs
Resident Assistants, or RAs, are tasked with creating programs to connect residents with each other and the greater Rowan community. Each program is designed specifically and intentionally by the RA of the floor to promote a sense of belonging in the residence hall. Here are some programs that RAs loved to host for their residents. […]
Behind the Camera with Recent Radio/TV/Film Grad Adam Clark
Today we feature December 2020 graduate Adam Clark. Adam graduated with a degree in Radio/Television/Film. He also commuted from Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County). He tells us about his work since graduation and his upcoming plans. What have you been up to? Before I graduated I started working on this film that continued long after I […]
Sneak Peak into the Theatre – Design/Technical Program and its Stagecraft Class
Today we share moments from our conversation with College of Performing Arts students Michael Landolfi and Jenna Hope during a session of their Stagecraft Fundamentals class. We asked them about their favorite parts of their majors and the course itself. Michael Landolfi is a sophomore Theatre major with a concentration in Theatre – Design/Technical. Why did you […]
5 RAs Share the Benefits of Living on Campus
Living on campus can open a door of opportunities for Rowan students. Resident Assistants, or RAs, are an integral part of the on-campus community. They are trained to guide and support students in their transition to Rowan residence halls. Here, five Rowan RAs reveal the perks of on-campus living. “Especially in a time where […]
Must Haves For Your On-Campus Apartment
Today we hear from Rachel Rumsby, a junior Communication Studies and Public Relations double major from Bergen County, NJ. She has lived on-campus in Mimosa Hall and the Rowan Boulevard Apartments. In this story, Rachel shares her must haves for upperclassmen apartment living. Hi! My name is Rachel Rumsby, and I have lived in an […]
7 Must Haves For Your First Year Room
Today we hear from Rachel Rumsby, a junior Communication Studies and Public Relations double major from Bergen County, NJ. She has lived on-campus in Mimosa Hall and the Rowan Boulevard Apartments. In this story, Rachel shares her must haves for first year residence hall living. During my first year at Rowan, I lived on campus […]
#PROFspective: Brian Seay, Double Major and Rowan Admissions Twitch Streamer
Today we feature Brian Seay, a double major in Radio/Television/Film and Sports Communication and Media from Cumberland County. Brian also has a certificate in undergrad study (CUGS) in Esports. We interview Brian as he touches upon his involvement with the Rowan Admissions Twitch streaming account through his job as a Digital Content Contributor for Rowan’s Marketing […]
Senior Reflects: RTF Major Riel Dioquino on Finding True Friends
Today we speak with Riel Marc Dioquino (he/him) who recently graduated with a degree in Radio/Television/Film (RTF) and a concentration in Production. Riel hails from Burlington Township and is a first-generation college student. He also participated in Cinema Workshop and earned recognition for this short documentary, Beyond His Closet, in the Edelman College of Communications & […]
What Is Bunce Green?
Bunce Green is an iconic spot on campus and the setting for quite a few Rowan activities. Read more about what happens at Bunce Green and why it is a popular Rowan destination. What is Bunce Green? In order to answer this question, we must first define what a green is. According to the Merriam-Webster […]
#PROFspective: A Chat with Public Relations Major Nene Diallo
Today we feature senior Nene Diallo, a Public Relations student with a minor in International Relations who is originally from Guinea, West Africa but currently resides in Sicklerville, New Jersey (Camden County). Nene discusses with us the perks of her major and plans for her future after graduating. Why did you choose your major? I […]
Lauren Kirk: A Mother, Career Woman and MBA Student
Lauren Kirk is a Rowan Global student earning her Master of Business Administration. She also serves on the Rohrer Graduate Student and Alumni Advisory Board (RGSAAB), which aims to enhance the student and alumni experience through networking, seminars and industry nights. Here, Lauren shares her story about being a career woman, a mother and a student all […]
My Favorite Class: American Material Culture
Today we speak with recent graduate Anthony Raisley. He earned a degree in History with a concentration in U.S. History and multiple minors in Entrepreneurship, New Media, International Studies as well as a CUGS (Certificate of Undergraduate Studies) in Italian! Anthony comes from Middletown, NJ in Monmouth County and lived on campus all four years of […]
How College Classes are Different than High School Classes
Rowan Blog contributor Bianca Gray is a senior English major with a concentration in Shakespeare Studies who transferred to Rowan from a private college. She shares her advice on what first-year students can expect when taking college classes. The transition from high school to college can be nerve-racking in more ways than one. Traditional first […]
My Interesting Student Worker Job as the Rowan University Mascot
Today we feature Sean Scott, a Rowan alumnus who studied Finance and graduated in May 2020. Sean touches upon his experience as being the university mascot, Whoo RU. How did you end up being the mascot for Rowan? Did someone reach out to you or did you seek the opportunity yourself? To start off, I […]
First-Year Student Amanda Drayton Performs in String Ensemble Concert [VIDEO]
Amanda, a first-year Dance major, rehearsed on Zoom with Associate Professor Paule Turner for weeks leading up to her first live performance during COVID-19. She steps out onto the stage for the first time and shares her experience as a performing arts student this past year. Like what you see? LEARN MORE Video by:Christianna Arango, […]
Senior Reflects: Recent Writing Arts Graduate Kassidy Tirelli Heads to Law School
Today we speak to Kassidy Tirelli, a recent Writing Arts graduate with concentrations in Creative Writing and Publishing and Writing for the Public. Kassidy is a first-generation student from Pittsgrove, NJ (Salem County). Could you share your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? My favorite experience […]
#PROFspective: English Major Bianca Gray Shares Her Rowan Experience
Today we feature senior Bianca Gray, an English major with a concentration in Shakespeare Studies. Bianca is a commuter student from Sicklerville, NJ (Camden County). Bianca shares her experience at Rowan after transferring from a private college in Spring 2019. Do you commute or live on campus? “I used to live on campus, but because […]
Why Psychology Major Leah Boyle Chose to Study Close to Home
Today we speak with Leah Boyle, who recently graduated with a degree in Psychology. Leah comes from Haddonfield, NJ in Camden County and is a first-generation college student. She had been an on-campus resident all four years and worked as an RA (Resident Assistant) for the LGBTQIA+ Learning Community in Holly Pointe for the last […]
My Favorite Class: Collegium Musicum
Today we feature Liva Savaiinaea, a senior Music Performance major from Paulsboro, NJ (Gloucester County). Liva’s favorite class was Collegium Musicum within Music Department taught by Dr. Lourin Plant. Liva was also a transfer from Rowan College of South Jersey. Tell us a little about what the class is. It is an ensemble open to […]
Alumni Success: Sena Pottackal Launches PR Career, Seeks to “Improve Inclusion Within the Consumer Experience”
Today we feature Sena Pottackal, a 2015 Rowan graduate who has persevered through personal adversity. Sena majored in Public Relations and minored in Advertising and Communications Studies while at Rowan. She participated in activities such as PRSSA and PRaction and was a member of several societies, including Lambda Pi Eta and Delta Alpha Pi. Do you […]
Inside Look: 57 North Main Apartments [VIDEO]
Take a tour of 57 North Main Apartments, a Nexus Properties student housing option for sophomores, juniors and seniors, and get a glimpse into student life. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
Inside Look: 223 West High Apartments [VIDEO]
Take a tour of 223 West High Apartments, a Nexus Properties student housing option for sophomores, juniors and seniors, and get a glimpse into student life. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
Inside Look: 220 Rowan Boulevard Apartments
Take a tour of 220 Rowan Boulevard Apartments, a Nexus Properties student housing option for juniors and seniors, and get a glimpse into student life. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
Inside Look: 114 Victoria Apartments [VIDEO]
Take a tour of 114 Victoria Apartments, a Nexus Properties student housing option for sophomores, juniors and seniors, and get a glimpse into student life. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
Inside Look: Holly Pointe Commons [VIDEO]
Take a tour of Holly Pointe Commons, one of Rowan University’s first year housing facilities, and check out a glimpse into student life. Like what you see? LEARN MORE Related posts: Living at Holly Pointe Commons: A Sophomore Perspective Pros and Cons of Living in Holly Pointe Roommates Reflect | Anthony and Nasir | Holly […]
5 Interesting On-Campus Jobs
Finding the right on-campus job can change your whole college experience, leading you to important connections, helping you discover your career goals or letting you find the right school/work/life balance. Five students share their experiences in some of the most interesting, beneficial and well-paid jobs on campus! Summer Conference Assistant – Chase Campbell Advertising major […]
Roommates Reflect | Anthony and Nasir | Holly Pointe Commons [VIDEO]
Roommates Reflect is a series highlighting campus living, how new students bond together and the stories they share. “The reason I like it here is because it’s very close to home,” says sophomore Civil Engineering major Nasir Brown. “It’s good to get the experience of living on your own and having the real college experience […]
