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 […]
Education
#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 […]
Senior Reflects: Future Elementary School Teacher Kimberly Hanson
Today we feature Elementary Education and History dual major and recent graduate Kimberly Hanson. Before campus closed due to COVID-19, she commuted from her home in Williamstown, NJ (Gloucester County). Kimberly transferred to Rowan from Camden County College. What is your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? […]
Senior Reflects: Early Childhood Education Major Already Making a Difference
Meet Candice Gavin, a first-generation college student, transfer student, commuter and Early Childhood Education and Literacy Studies major from Mount Ephraim, NJ (Camden County). She reflects on her time at Rowan and tells us some of her favorite experiences and where she’s headed to next! Tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite […]
Senior Reflects: Changing Majors to Find Passion
Meet Genna Gaskill, a first-generation college student and Elementary Education and Liberal Studies Dual Major with sequences in Writing Arts and English. She is from Egg Harbor Township, NJ (Atlantic County). In her time at Rowan she spent half of her time living on campus and the other half in a house off-campus. She reflects on […]
Senior Reflects: Health & Physical Education Medallion Winner Angela Lakatos
Today we speak to Health and Physical Education major Angela Lakatos, a new alumna from Pennsville, NJ (Salem County)! Angela is a transfer from Georgian Court University who lived off campus. Angela is a first-generation college graduate. What was your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? […]
Senior Reflects: Aspiring Elementary Ed Teacher Shares Her Story
Meet Casey Urion, a graduating senior from Pilesgrove, NJ (Salem County) who double majored in elementary education and literacy studies. Casey looks forward to a career as a second grade teacher and thanks her mentors and friends for years of support. Favorite moment with a faculty member: I can’t think of a favorite moment or experience […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Elementary Education/Literacy Studies Major Samantha Shralow
Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Samantha Shralow, a junior transfer from Camden County College. Samantha is an elementary education and literacy studies major who commutes to campus from her home in Marlton, NJ (Burlington County). Could you share with us one moment that made you feel inspired or confident that you’re in the right field for […]
