Meet Dr. Mahbubur Meenar, Assistant Professor of Planning in the Department of Geography, Planning, and Sustainability & the Director of Community Planning and Visualization Lab at Rowan University. Dr. Meenar has a multi-disciplinary background in architecture (B.Arch.), urban planning (MUP), and geography (PhD). What is your area of expertise? My academic training comes from multiple […]
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#PROFspective: International Student Prasheetha Radhakrishnan
Today, we speak with Prasheetha Radhakrishnan, a freshman computer science major from Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India who lives on campus in Holly Pointe Commons. Prasheetha will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University international student and how she gets the most out of her college experience as a […]
Roommates Reflect: Enzo Ronchi & Adam Goskowsky [VIDEO]
Meet roommates Enzo Ronchi, junior public relations major from Ventnor, NJ (Atlantic County) and Adam Goskowsky, sophomore advertising major from Brick, NJ (Ocean County.) Get a look into the Rowan Boulevard Apartments … Video by: Bianca Torres, sophomore music industry major & Edris Forde, junior radio, TV, film major Music by: Bianca Torres, sophomore music […]
Prof Style: Michael Buck
“One time a friend said my style is ‘athleisure’ (athletic leisure). I am ready to go to a movement class at any time.” Michael Buck, sophomore theatre major (acting/directing & musical theatre track), from Red Bank (Monmouth County), NJ. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Story and photography by:Vanessa Vause, senior public […]
Inside Look: Rowan Boulevard Apartments [VIDEO]
Take a tour of the Rowan Boulevard Apartments, one of Rowan University’s upperclassmen housing facilities, and get a glimpse into student life. Like what you see? LEARN MORE Related posts: What I Love About Rowan Boulevard! Five Reasons the Rowan Boulevard Apartments are Great Avoiding Those Pesky Fire Alarms While Using Your Rowan Boulevard Kitchen
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Austin Gilliss
Meet Austin Gilliss, a junior health and physical education major from Merchantville, NJ (Camden County) who is a Blackwood Eagle Scout & Alpha Phi Delta fraternity brother who transferred from Camden County College. “Transferring from a community college to a university can be challenging. You’re trying to figure out where you fit in and how […]
Home Away From Home: Michael Onu [VIDEO]
Meet Michael Uno, a sophomore human performance in clinical settings student from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County). Video by: Alexander Belli, senior public relations and advertising majorMeech Tobar, junior radio/TV/film major Music by: Don Dewitt, junior music industry major Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS
Exploratory Studies Student: Allison Cespedes
Meet Allison Cespedes, who started off her Rowan experience as an exploratory studies major and discovered her interest in pre-med. “Hello! I’m Allison Cespedes, a first-generation college student who is a senior psychology major on a pre-med track with an honors concentration. I am from Bridgewater, NJ (Somerset County) and have lived on campus all […]
Roommates Reflect: Margot, Maddie & Kira in Whitney Center [VIDEO]
Roommates Margot Clarke, Maddie Brock and Kira Rose talk about living together in the Whitney Center Apartments. Check out their room and hear what it’s like living with your best friends. Kira is a civil engineering major from Princeton Junction, NJ (Mercer County), Maddie is a psychology major from Delran, NJ, (Burlington County) and Margot […]
Roommates Reflect: Seth, Kerry & Nicole in 230 Victoria [VIDEO]
Classmates, roommates and now best friends … Get a glimpse of what it’s like living in 230 Victoria St. with Seth Jackson, Kerry Jules and Nicole Cummings. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Video by: Vanessa Vause, senior public relations and advertising major &Dean Powers, freshmen radio/TV/film majorMusic by: Joseph Murphy, junior […]
Inside Look: The Whitney Center [VIDEO]
Take a tour of The Whitney Center, one of Rowan University’s upperclassmen housing facilities and the home of the Honors program, and get a glimpse into student life. Like what you see? LEARN MORE Related posts: Prof on the Run: Upperclassmen Housing [VIDEO] Snowy Day On Campus [VIDEO] #PROFspective: Perks of Living On Campus with […]
Prof on the Run: Holly Pointe Commons
Get a glimpse of Rowan’s newest residence hall, Holly Pointe, from our Prof on the run … Like what you see? Come visit us!VISIT CAMPUS Video by: Dean Powers, freshman radio, TV, film major & Vanessa Vause, senior public relations and theatre double majorMusic by: Joseph Murphy, junior music industry major
What Profs Are Listening To: Liz Cicali
“The 4333 shows are always really fun! There’s a lot of people there and everyone’s always having a great time. Transfer Post is a fairly new band and they’re performing in shows all around Rowan. I love listening to them,” Liz Cicali, sophomore music education major from Galloway, NJ (Atlantic County) Band photos taken at […]
20 Minute Radius: Williamstown Farmer’s Market
Are you a South Jersey foodie? Then you absolutely have to check out the Farmer’s Market in Williamstown less than ten minutes away from campus! From endless amounts of fresh baked pastries and pies to the savory bbq section, crepe station, smoothie cart and hand-dipped, stuffed gourmet donut stand, I guarantee the true foodie in […]
Prof Style: Gwyneth Sanchez
“My style changes and I always go for trendy stuff. I describe my style as modern streetwear in a way, it’s always different but, I usually go towards neutral tones and you never see me in bright colors.” Transfer student Gwyneth Sanchez, junior, advertising major, from Pleasantville (Atlantic County), New Jersey Like what you see? […]
Tatiyana’s Home Away From Home: Science Hall [VIDEO]
First-generation college student Tatiyana Stubbs, a sophomore Bioinformatics and Community Health double major who commutes from Millville, NJ (Cumberland County) feels most home at Science Hall studying or working on assignments in a lab. Video by: Edris Forde, junior radio, TV & film major and Vanessa Vause, senior public relations and theatre double major Music […]
#PROFspective: Radio/TV/Film Major Brandon Ward
Today, we speak with Brandon Ward, a junior radio, TV & film major from Oaklyn, NJ (Camden County), who lives on campus in Townhouses. Brandon will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan […]
Faculty PROFile: Joseph Higgins [VIDEO]
Meet Professor Joseph Higgins, a professor and musician who strives to inspire curiosity, creativity, and understanding through art. In 2015, Professor Higgins joined Rowan’s faculty with the College of Performing Arts. He conducts the student wind ensembles, teaches courses in conducting and trains students who hope to be future music teachers. “For the young musicians […]
First Year Voices: Isabel Newell
” I came to some shows at Rowan before and I immediately knew that I wanted to do theatre here because it looked like the actors were having so much fun together. What motivates me to get up and through the day is the thought of seeing my friends and having rehearsal for the show […]
#PROFspective: Marketing and Management Major Michael Viola
Today, we speak with Michael Viola, a senior marketing and management double major who lives on campus in 220 Rowan Boulevard. Michael will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Michael Viola […]
How #Rowan17 Winner Sha Vlimpse Used His Prize
Back in 2017, Rowan Alumni Association awarded Sha Vlimpse the #ROWAN17 graduation prize package, which included a hotels.com gift card and a $500 airline voucher. “I plan on using it when the right time presents itself,” Sha had always said. Sha is a rising performer who performs his original music and rap at university venues. […]
First Year Voices: Niambi Fetlow
“I love the Theatre and Dance Department here because everyone makes me feel at home no matter how many times I fall down. I know I have a huge group of people here supporting me and helping me in any way that they can. The people here are just a reminder of a quote from […]
Where Are They Now? Alumni John Rondi & Stunited App
“Since graduation, I had to make a tough decision of either getting a ‘real, career job’ or committing to Stunited. I had an offer from Merrill Lynch, but turned it down. Honestly, this was a pivotal moment in my life. I knew that if I didn’t accept this offer, I had to devote everything I […]
20 Minute Radius: 2019 Philadelphia Flower Show
Well Profs, we’re about halfway through the spring semester! Time is flying and our schedules are getting busier and busier. I think it’s time to slow down, take a step back and smell the roses… literally! The Philadelphia Flower Show is coming to town March 2-10 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center on 12th and Arch […]
First Year Voices: Cassidy Anderson
“A major perk of living on campus as a freshman is always being close to my new friends. Rowan excites me about my major by giving me amazing professors who support me tremendously and provide me with great advice and by giving me many different opportunities to perform,” Cassidy Anderson, theatre (musical theatre concentration) & […]
20 Minute Radius: Philly Dinner & A Show
Just a hop, skip and a jump away lives Philadelphia; home of countless fun things for Rowan students to do! This past weekend, my friends and I took the quick trip to Philly see the musical The Bridges of Madison County through the Philadelphia Theatre Company at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre. For a cheap $10 […]
Hannah’s Home Away From Home: Rowan Track [VIDEO]
We are so #RowanPROUD to share that senior Hannah Vendetta was named NJAC’s Outstanding Track Athlete of the Year. Congratulations, Hannah! Student athlete Hannah Vendetta (senior public relations & advertising double major from Pitman, NJ) feels most at home when she’s running on the track at Rowan University. Like what you see? Come visit us! […]
First Year Voices: Salma Elwy
“I’m very lucky to be studying acting at Rowan because the sense of community here is so strong. In just one semester, I’ve made friends who I already feel so comfortable around and professors who are so willing to help me grow in my field. The small class sizes make it easy to learn and […]
From Rowan RTF to CBS
Brandon Ward, Radio/TV/Film major, landed the internship of a lifetime with a company he admires dearly. From traveling around the city of Philadelphia and seeking #trends online to watching breaking news happen live, Brandon got a dose of the action-packed new station career. Last summer, Brandon, from Oaklyn, NJ (Camden County) conducted a news internship […]
Kerry’s Home Away From Home: Blackbox Theater [VIDEO]
Meet Kerry Jules, senior theatre major and advertising minor from Union, NJ (Union County), directing an original musical conceived by Matthew Vesely, senior theatre and writing arts major from Williamstown, NJ (Gloucester County). Lights went up for the world premier of “Trigger Warning: A Melancholy Musical” on March 7 & 8 at 7:30 pm, and […]
Faculty PROFile: Associate Education Professor & Counselor Dr. Kara Ieva
Meet Kara Ieva, PhD, NCC, NCSC, associate professor in Counseling in Educational Settings, within the Department of Educational Services and Leadership within the College of Education. Dr. Ieva also serves as the Director of Academic and Student Services for STEAM Academy. What is your area of expertise? I would say my passions are channeled through […]
Gatha’s Home Away From Home: Holly Pointe, Engineering Learning Community [VIDEO]
Gatha Adhikari feels most at home in the engineering learning community in Holly Pointe, where she is a resident assistant (RA) who tutors fellow students. The sophomore biomedical engineering major is an international student from Nepal. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Video by: Vanessa Vause, senior public relations, advertising and theatre […]
Marcus’s Home Away From Home: Education Praxis Lab [VIDEO]
Marcus King feels most at home around his friends and classmates in the Rowan Praxis Lab in James Hall. Get a sneak peak into the area that’s important to this junior health and physical education major from Willingboro, NJ (Burlington County.) Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Video by: Vanessa Vause, senior […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Hannah Marcellina
Meet transfer student Hannah Marcellina, a junior radio/TV/film and theatre major who commutes from Williamstown, New Jersey (Gloucester County). What wakes you up in the morning? There is a great sense of community and support at Rowan. It is such a good feeling knowing that not only do I have friends here that genuinely want me to succeed, […]
#PROFspective: Nutrition and Dance Major Haley Migeot
Today, we speak with Haley Migeot, a senior nutrition and dance double major who lives on campus in 220 Rowan Boulevard. Haley will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Haley Migeot […]
Prof on the Run: Rowan Boulevard Edition [VIDEO]
Peep our Prof’s view of the daytime Rowan Boulevard. Like what you see? Register for a tour or open house. VISIT CAMPUS Recorded by: Alexander Belli, senior public relations and advertising major Edited by: Vanessa Vause, senior public relations, advertising and theatre major Music by: Dan Ledden, senior public relations major
Capturing the Moment in Photojournalism Class
Your photography skills before the class vs. after? I had very little photography knowledge at the beginning of the course but was eager to learn more. I wanted to be criticized and really come out of the class with a new found perspective on how to approach photography. I quickly learned photography has a lot […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jessica Samson
Meet Jessica Samson, a junior radio/TV/film major from Beachwood, New Jersey (Ocean County) who is a first generation college student. Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I chose Rowan for a few different reasons. I already knew that Rowan had a good film program, and during my time at Ocean County College, I was […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Marah Jadalla
Meet Marah Jadalla, a senior business major from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County). Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “Since I was at RCBC (Rowan College at Burlington County), after graduating there I compared different schools who had the best business program and which school be better for how many classes I needed […]
#PROFspective: Electrical & Computer Engineering Major DJ Stahlberger
Today, we speak with DJ Stahlberger, a junior electrical and computer engineer major from Pittsgrove, NJ (Salem County) who commutes. DJ will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: DJ StahlbergerMajor: Electrical and […]
#PROFspective: Clinical Mental Health Counseling Graduate Student Dave Berg
Today, we speak with Dave Berg, clinical mental health counseling graduate student from Wenonah, NJ (Gloucester County). Dave will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University graduate student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Dave Berg Major: Clinical Mental Health […]
Engineer Furthers Her College Experience
Like a proton, Kelly Yorke has a positive charge, driving her to go above and beyond in her field. The New York state resident, a chemical engineering major, became president of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) at Rowan as a sophomore, a remarkable feat, and continued on through her junior year. Heavily involved with […]
#PROFspective: English & Writing Arts Major Rachel Barton
Today, we speak with Rachel Barton, a senior English and Writing Arts double major from Camden County who lives off campus in a house with friends. Rachel will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as […]
#PROFspective: Classical Performance Major Luke Altman
Today, we speak with Luke Altman, a sophomore classical performance major from Westfield, N.J. (Union County) who lives on campus in 230 Victoria Street. Luke will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he gets the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. […]
#PROFspective: Supply Chain Management and Logistics Major Rachel Breuninger
Today, we speak with Rachel Breuninger, a senior supply chain management and logistics major who lives off campus in a rented house. Rachel will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she got the most out of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Rachel Breuninger Major: Supply […]
#PROFspective: Strategic Communications & Public Relations Master’s Student MST Aysha Siddika
Today, we speak with Aysha Siddika, a graduate student in strategic communications and public relations from Bangladesh who lives off campus. Aysha will share her#PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: MST Aysha Siddika […]
Emily’s Home Away From Home: Costume Shop [VIDEO]
Get a glimpse into the home away from home at Rowan University for Emily Stansbury of Marlton, NJ (Burlington County) … the Department of Theatre and Dance Costume Shop! Like what you see, come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time […]
First Year Voices: Joshua Masucci
“Rowan has been very accepting, the people here are very open. It’s like a big campus, but feels small and everything is close together,” Joshua Masucci, environmental studies major, Nutley, NJ (Essex County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Pascale Molina
Meet Pascale Molina, a senior theatre major from Santiago, Dominican Republic whose home is now in Bradenton, Florida. Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I choose Rowan because not only does the theatre program expose all of its students to many schools of acting and performance, but it provides out-of-state students with great […]
Nate’s Home Away From Home: Rowan TV Studio [VIDEO]
Get a sneak peek into the Rowan TV Studio where Nate Aquino of Turnersville, NJ (Gloucester County) feels most at home! Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus tour … we […]
#PROFspective: Mathematics and Education Major Lawrance Stephenson
Today, we speak with Lawrance Stephenson-Mosley, a freshmen Mathematics and Education major from Bridgeton, NJ, who lives on campus in Holly Pointe Commons. Lawrance will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he got the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. […]
#PROFspective: Marketing & Management Major Kylie Kieffer
Today, we speak with Kylie Kieffer, a senior marketing and management major from Hamilton, NJ (Mercer County) who lives off campus in a house with Rowan athletes. Kylie will share her#PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she got the most out of her college experience as a […]
Surviving Holidays, College Style: Thanksgiving Edition
It’s the busiest time of the fall semester … final projects begin, tests get tough, and our work load gets heavy as our focus begins to fade off. We get caught up in already planning next semester that we forget to be thankful for the moment we’re in right here, right now. Balancing classes, work, […]
First Year Voices: Nicole Carrera
“I really like working at the Rec because it gets me out of my room and I get to meet new people! ” Nicole Carrera, elementary education and English major, East Brunswick, NJ (Middlesex County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog […]
Riccardo’s Home Away From Home: Skatepark [VIDEO]
Take a look at Riccardo Savarese’s (Pittsgrove, NJ – Salem County) home away from home at the skatepark. VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus tour … we may just email you that we’re going to surprise you […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Chloe Smith
Meet Chloe Smith, a junior public relations and advertising major from Sparta, N.J. (Sussex County). Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I knew they [Rowan] a had great communications program and Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), I wanted to become in involved. Also, Rowan is a good distance from home and my […]
Prof Style: Seth Jackson
“A comfortable, colorful farmer riding his tractor,” says Seth Jackson, a senior theatre arts major (Baltimore, MD), who is a first generation college student, describing his fashion style. VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus tour … we […]
First Year Voices: Edythe Nepomuseno
“I really enjoy the campus. I enjoy the class sizes. I can have one-on-one with my professors and it makes it really easy being able to transition from high school to college. Being able to have that same relationship with your professors as you did in high school is reassuring,” Edythe Nepomuseno. Biomedical engineering major, Blackwood, […]
Dominique’s Home Away From Home: Playa Bowls [VIDEO]
Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus tour … we may just email you that we’re going to surprise you while you’re visiting! Created by: Vanessa Vause, senior public relations and […]
First Year Voices: Erik Dunn
“I’ve really enjoyed starting my new classes and meeting cool, unique people. Holly Pointe’s air conditioning is great and so is the Walmart shuttle that’s offered,” Erik Dunn, chemical engineering major, Waldwick, NJ (Bergen County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog […]
Daniel’s Home Away From Home: Business Hall [VIDEO]
Take a look at Dan Ryan’s home away from home at the Rohrer College of Business at Rowan University. Dan commutes from home in Williamstown, NJ (Gloucester County) and is a junior transfer who is a first generation college student. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win […]
Freshmen, Don’t Freak! It’s Easy to Eat
Stop the presses! Check out our updated 2022-23 Freshmen, Don’t Freak! It’s Easy to Eat New students, you’re going to want to bookmark this post. While hanging around Holly Pointe after moving my freshman brother into his dorm, I received the same question from multiple people in regards to food. “Can you explain this meal […]
First Year Voices: Jewel Barnett
“Rowan Choice is a smart decision to go through if you’re like me, a first time college student transferring, and you’re not fully sure what you want to do. It’s a good fit to get you started. I get a taste of a four year university experience at a lower community college level price, ” […]
7 Tips To Avoiding the Infamous Freshman 15
Being alone in a new environment isn’t the scariest part of college – it’s the infamous freshman 15. An all-access meal plan is all fun and games until walking up two flights of stairs leaves you completely winded. I, along with just about every other Rowan student, have ordered Domino’s one too many times, but […]
(Weekly) Daily Dish: Chicken Avocado
Chef Alyssa gives you the scoop on what’s cookin’ in her apartment… To the majority of college students who have never attempted to “cook” anything more complicated than toast, I am living proof that you can survive a semester without a meal plan. This series isn’t an excuse for your parents to deprive you of […]
First Year Voices: Maya Norton
“Hey Rowan people! If someone wants to start a ska band (horns and punk music) hit me up,” Maya Norton. Music Industry major, Medford, NJ (Burlington County). VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus tour … we may […]
(Weekly) Daily Dish: Taco Tuesday
Chef Alyssa gives you the scoop on what’s cookin’ in her apartment… Who needs to go out for Taco Tuesday when you can host one instead? No need to feel intimated or overwhelmed when cooking with your friends because if the end result is bad, you’re all to blame! Ingredients: • 4-6 chicken cutlets • […]
Seth Jackson: Previous #PROFspective’s Vision Comes to Life
Featured in 2017 on Rowan’s #PROFspective, Seth Jackson, a first generation college student junior from Baltimore, MD, spoke of proposing his original show, The Blurred Perspectives, to Lab Theatre, a student-run organization producing and performing many varieties of art. You can even find a picture of his original script in his #PROFspective! Fast forward to September […]
First Year Voices: Jehu Ananoria
“Rooted is the best place in the cafe! Holly Pointe air conditioning is on point,” Jehu Ananoria. Computer Science major, Andover, NJ (Sussex County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus […]
First Year Voices: Jeannie Corcione
“First week of school was great, I really like it here. There is SO much to do!” Jeannie Corcione, a psychological sciences major from Eatontown, NJ (Monmouth County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time […]
First Year Voices: Ethan Mersing
“It’s liberating being able to walk around and do what you want to do on your own at your own pace. I like the classes, it’s the perfect time length. Teachers are great so far too,” Ethan Mersing. Secondary Education and History major, Montville Township, NJ (Morris County). Like what you see, come visit us! […]
Senior Artist Creates Original Work in Both Writing and Performing Arts
Senior writing arts and theatre double major Matthew Vesely of Williamstown (Gloucester County) uses his creative juices in any outlet he can get his hands on. From conceptualizing and writing his own original musical, to coming up with blog stories and social media posts for his internship, you’ll find Matt taking what he’s learning from his […]
First Year Voices: Brady Moore
“You meet a lot of really cool people here in the dorm. The food is pretty awesome, I just like eating a lot and there’s a lot to eat. It’s amazing,” Brady Moore. Biomedical Engineering major, Tabernacle, NJ (Burlington County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a […]
#PROFspective: Biological Sciences Graduate Arash GhasemiNejad
Today, we speak with Arash GhasemiNejad, a recent graduate with a biological sciences bachelor’s degree from Washington Township, NJ (Gloucester County) who now lives in Voorhees, NJ. Arash will share his #PROFspective with us on what it was like to be a Rowan University student and how he got the most out of his college […]
First Year Voices: Aidan Williams
“I love the campus a lot … it’s very green. I’m big on landscaping for some reason, and it’s real nice. I just really love how it feels like home but only an hour and thirty minutes away,” Aidan Williams. Music Composition Major, Felton, DE (Kent County). Like what you see, come visit us! VISIT […]
First Year Voices: Joey D’Intino
“I work at the Rec Center… and it’s an awesome job! I’ve made tons of new friends,” Joey D’Intino. Chemical Engineer major, Medford, NJ (Burlington County). Like what you see, come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your […]
First Year Voices: Jacob Martin
“I’ve really enjoyed meeting new people and making new friends,” Jacob Martin. Chemical Engineer major, Ringwood, NJ (Passaic County). Like what you see, come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus tour … we may just […]
20 Minute Radius: Holy Tomato
Have you heard of Holy Tomato? If not, then you have got to get in the loop with the best places to eat in South Jersey. This incredibly cute, aesthetically-pleasing pizzeria 20 minutes from campus makes the best flatbread pizza pies, fresh salads and homemade desserts like key lime pie and sopapilla cheesecake with butter […]
First Year Voices: Timothy Stathokostas
“I like my private single Chestnut dorm a lot and exploring the Student Center with my friends is fun and always gives us something to do,” Timothy Stathokostas. Jazz Studies and Music Education major, Woodstown, NJ (Salem County). Like what you see, come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan […]
Mia’s Day at Rowan University
Stroll through Rowan University’s campus with Mia. VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus tour … we may just email you that we’re going to surprise you while you’re visiting! Video created by : Justin Knecht, senior Molly […]
Freshmen Dorm Survival Kit
Updated story for 2021 – check it out! Your first year will be a breeze when you’ve got these items in your dorm… Quarters! When the card slot isn’t working for laundry, that 25 cents will save your life, trust me. Shower Caddy. Keeping your shampoo, conditioner and soap all together when traveling from the […]
20 Minute Radius: Philly Fringe Festival 2018
Lover of the arts? It’s the time of year again to take the 20 minute drive to Philly to binge watch some of the most unique and captivating theatrical experiences around. During the month of September, hundreds and hundreds of performances will be put on throughout Philadelphia, bringing thrilling and never-before-seen shows to students like […]
20 Minute Radius: Sunflower Picking at Hill Creek Farms
We always associate North Jersey with blooming sunflower fields, but to my surprise, we’ve got the most beautiful farm right in our backyard here at Rowan, flourishing with pretty flowers, tasty food and many photo opps. The 10 minute drive from Rowan to Hill Creek Farms in Mullica Hill provided us with hours of fun […]
Living in Willow Hall
Meet the freshmen of the Willow lounge and see how they spend their time living on campus! Video featuring: Jordan Simhony, nursing major, Cherry Hill, N.J. (Camden County) Melanie Quido, exploratory studies major, Hasbrouck Heights, N.J. (Bergen County) Mike Rodolico, computer science major, Cinnaminson, N.J. (Burlington County) Maycon Pinto, international studies major, Delran, N.J. (Burlington […]
Mechanical Engineer Bunks In As Glassboro Firefighter
“I love science, but I always felt like I wasn’t that traditional student. I love what I’m doing in engineering, but I don’t want to be sitting in a cubicle working all day long for my life. I want to do something more than that, especially while I’m young. Being a firefighter is a supplement […]
Junior Accounting Major Interns With Big 4
Danielle Sakowki of Freehold, Monmouth County, wasn’t kidding when she said she takes her learning beyond the classroom… she was talking 75 hours a week! Through a supervised internship course taken January through March, Danielle received 3 credits for a paid internship with KPMG, one of the Big 4 Firms in accounting. KPMG is one […]
College Senior Gives Advice to High School Seniors
Graduating senior Scott Timko, a long-time resident assistant (RA) in freshman dorm Mullica Hall gives advice to incoming freshmen. Listen to what this Hillsborough, NJ (Somerset County) native has to say about how to get the most out of your Rowan student experience. Like what you see? Register for a tour or open house. VISIT […]
Sophomore Biomedical Engineering Major Jeremy Decker
“We’re creating microfluidic devices to take analytical measurement of biologically significant molecules. Now, I know that sounds confusing…” When I first met with Jeremy, he spoke a language I probably could only follow about 80 percent of the time … but after listening to him explain and talk about his work, I walked away with […]
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Where Is He Now? Rowan Alumnus One Year Later …
We check back in with Sha Vlimpse, Rowan College of Education alumnus and #ROWAN17 graduation winner with his original rap music video “I Used to Be a Rapper.” What’s he up to now? Take a look at our behind the scenes video. Recorded and edited by: Vanessa Vause, senior double major, public relations and advertising Featuring: […]
Education Major in Rowan Preschool
Coming from a big family, Darius Brown had the teaching bug in him naturally, and didn’t even know it. “I never thought I’d be a teacher growing up, but I guess it’s just a part of me,” says the junior elementary education and history major from Willingboro (Burlington County.) “I’m practically bilingual. When I transferred […]
Rowan Playa Bowls & Stunited: Student Businesses Create and Collaborate
On a spring day just before final exams, one of the newest student-managed businesses added to the Rowan Boulevard, Playa Bowls, and student-developed business Stunited joined together for a day of creation, collaboration and promotion. “I’m a huge fan of Playa Bowls and when I heard they were coming to Rowan, I thought this would be […]
Sophomore Finance Major Davon Dickson
Full time student taking on five to six classes a semester. Employee with H&R Block. Secretary of fraternity Alpha Phi Delta. Bowling coach and student tutor. How does sophomore finance major Davon Dickson, of Logan Township (Gloucester County) balance it all? “It’s a lot of work, but I know it will pay off. My experiences are […]
#PROFspective: Civil Engineering Major Sidney McLeod-Whitener
Today, we speak with Sidney McLeod-Whitener, a freshman civil engineering major from Philadelphia (Philadelphia County), PA, who lives on campus in Holly Pointe. Sidney will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: […]
#PROFspective: Writing Arts Major Nicole Cier
Today, we speak with Nicole Cier, a sophomore writing arts major from East Brunswick (Middlesex County), NJ, who lives on campus in Rowan Boulevard. Nicole will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as a Rowan […]
#PROFspective: Psychological Science Major Mark A. Ziegler-Thayer
Today, we speak with Mark A. Ziegler-Thayer, a junior psychological science major from Stratford (Camden County), New Jersey, who lives on campus, in the Rowan Boulevard Apartments. Mark will share their #PROFpective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how they’re getting the most out of their university experience […]
Elementary Education & Liberal Studies #PROFspective: Jen Fagan (Student Teaching Edition)
Today we speak with Jennifer Fagan, a senior elementary education and liberal studies major from Kenilworth (Union County), New Jersey, who rents a townhouse off campus. Jennifer will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student who is completing her student teaching this semester. Name: Jennifer Fagan Major: […]
#PROFspective: English and Biological Sciences Major Kasey DiSessa
Today, we speak with Kasey DiSessa, a junior English and Biological Sciences major from Hackettstown (Warren County), NJ, who lives on campus in the Whitney Center. Kasey will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as […]
Open Doors to Prospective Students
Rowan University recently hosted Open Doors Day, a banquet for students accepted into the College of Communication & Creative Arts. Prospective students and family members began their day with breakfast in the new High Street Art Gallery, followed by campus tours. Writing Arts, Communication Studies, Public Relations & Advertising, Journalism, Art and Radio, TV & Film […]
Student-Produced Show Comments On Social Injustices In Our Own Backyard
Come see Lab Theatre’s original production of It’s Happening at Home, opening tonight at 8 PM in Bunce 159 and on Saturday at 2 PM and 8 PM. General admission $10, Rowan students FREE with valid ID. All profits go towards Sandy Hook Promise. It’s Happening at Home, a devised theatrical work by Rowan students, shines […]
#PROFspective: Early Childhood Education & Literacy Studies Major Melissa Martinique
Today, we speak with Melissa Martinique, a junior early childhood education and literacy studies major from West Milford Township (Passaic County), NJ, who lives on campus in townhouses. Melissa will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college […]