Today we speak with Erik Kattermann, a senior theatre and marketing double major with concentrations in Acting and Honors from Montville, NJ (Morris County). Erik is a Resident Assistant and lives on-campus at 114 Victoria Street. He serves as the vice president of the Fishing Club. What inspired you to be passionate about your major? […]
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#PROFspective: Jazz Studies Major Luis Ozoria
Today we feature first-generation college student Luis Ozoria, a senior Jazz studies major from Galloway (Atlantic County). Luis has been a part of the jazz band, wind ensemble, some time in the orchestra, small jazz ensembles, Rowan brass band and the choir. Why did you choose your major? I always knew I wanted to go […]
7 Dance Majors Share How Their Degree Supports Their Dreams and Goals
Shoot for the stars. Seven Dance majors share how they’re dreaming big and how their degree is going to get them there. “Being in a B.A. dance program gives me the opportunity to expand and customize my dance major. While I am taking dance classes weekly, I also have the opportunity to grow in my […]
International Student, Violinist, Shares: Why Rowan [VIDEO]
Juan Yanez, an international junior from Venezuela, shares his experience as a violinist in the music performance program. He thanks his professor Jiannan Cheng for connecting him to the resources to guide him through the process of becoming a Rowan University student. Video by:Quintin Stinney, sophomore radio/TV/film major
(FRESH)man Voices: Music Industry Major Samuel Poku
Today we speak with freshman Music Industry major Samuel Poku, who goes by Poku and is from Old Bridge, NJ (Middlesex County). He is the creator and visionary for the freshman group PROFFAMILY. Why did you choose Rowan? I chose Rowan because it was a really good place for me. Considering my major and the […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jazz Bass And Classical Cello Major Raphael Alvarez From Tampa, FL
Today we speak with first generation college student, Raphael Alvarez, who is a transfer from Raritan Valley Community College. Raphael is a senior double major in Jazz Bass performance and Classical Cello. He is originally from Tampa, FL. Why did you transfer to Rowan? There were just a lot of opportunities and my brother went […]
Kudos To Professors Who Made An Impact
We recently spoke to students who each picked a professor they’ve had at Rowan who really made an impact on them. Here, the students explain how these professors affected them and what made them truly enjoy their classes. Tiara Gbeintor, junior Psychology major Professor Lisa Abrams, Psychology: “She was a very understanding teacher. She made […]
PA to NJ: Theatre Major, Education Minor Elliot Colahan
Today, we speak to PA native Elliot Colahan! Elliot is a sophomore Theatre major with concentrations in Acting, Musical Theatre and Theatre Education with a minor in Education from Malvern, PA. Elliot tells us more about why he chose to cross the bridge over to Jersey. What are some fun off-campus things to do within 20 […]
