Today, we hear from three Mechanical Engineering majors on how their major is getting them ready for their professional goals. “I’d love for my career to improve the relationship between humanity and the planet, and have an impact on the way and efficiency with which we carry out our daily lives.” – Caroline Thistle, Senior, […]
North Jersey
First Year Voices: Chestnut Hall, Adjusting to College – Griffin Roughgarden
Today we feature freshman and Chestnut resident Griffin Roughgarden. Griffin is a Business Entrepreneurship major from West Caldwell, NJ (Essex County.) How do you like living in Chestnut?It’s really good, actually. It’s pretty quiet, it’s not really a loud place, there’s lots of amenities. It’s kind of the perfect location on campus. Have you thought about […]
11 Art Majors Share Artists Who Inspire Them
Some are famous; others, just under the radar. Today, 11 Art majors from Rowan’s Ric Edelman College of Communication and Creative Arts reveal artists whom they admire — perhaps they will inspire you! Marysa Naiduk is a senior, first-generation college student with a specialization in Graphic Design who transferred from Ocean County Community College. She appreciates […]
6 Economics Majors Share What They Wish They Knew About Their Major
Today, six Economics majors tell us what they wish they knew about their major! “I wish I would’ve known how much calculus was involved, but I do have to say it has improved my mathematical skills significantly.” – Sarah Prosser, senior, Economics major with a minor in Writing Arts, transfer student through Rowan Choice partnership […]
#PROFspective: Accounting and Finance Double Major, Debate President Allison Gould
Today we speak to sophomore Allison Gould, who double majors in Finance and Accounting. Allison is from Whippany, NJ (Morris County) and is a part of the Financial Management Association and the Law and Justice Debate team. What is your favorite thing about a typical day at Rowan? I actually like the food a lot […]
English Majors Share What They are Reading over Winter Break
Rowan students and English majors from the College of Humanities and Social Sciences suggest some good reads for Winter Break. Senior Superia Ryan from Pittsgrove, NJ (Salem County) recommends “Sonny’s Blues“ by James Baldwin. She thinks the book “shares a powerful story that I believe others should hear.” To read, Superia enjoys sitting and reading […]
Beyond The Classroom: Senior Liam Cutri-French On Engineering Opportunities
Today we feature Liam Cutri-French, a senior Civil and Environmental major with an Honors concentration. Liam is from Glen Gardner, NJ (Hunterdon County). He is the local project lead for Engineers Without Borders, a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and a member of the Engineering Honors Society. He also stays active on […]
5 Juniors Share Why They Changed Their Majors
These students recognized their majors weren’t the right fit and took the time and energy (which isn’t much) to make the switch. If you don’t absolutely love what you’re studying, it might be good idea to make a switch to improve your college experience! “I was exploring a couple different paths such as addiction counselor, […]
History Majors, Professors Suggest Historical Sights to Visit Over Winter Break
Today we feature History majors and their professors, who suggest historical sites to visit over winter break. Kaan Aktas, a senior education and history double major from Fairview, NJ (Bergen County), is a transfer student from Bergen County Community College and a first-generation college student. He recommends that Rowan students visit the Statue of Liberty, […]
3 Entrepreneurship Majors Share How They Became Interested In Their Major
Today, we speak to three Entrepreneurship majors from the Rohrer College of Business on what sparked their interest in their major. “During Economics class freshman year, I had an idea for a business which I decided was what I wanted to do with my life. I wanted to be able to solve real-world problems to […]
5 Women in Engineering Share Insights on Being Females in a Male-dominated Field
Today, we speak to five seniors from the College of Engineering about their experiences as women in a predominantly male field. “Being a female in a male-dominated field can feel intimidating at times. I want to be seen and treated as an equal but I am aware that people will never treat me like a […]
Why I Chose Not To Take a Gap Year During the Pandemic
Today we asked six sophomores why they chose not to take a gap year (or year off) during the pandemic. Most said that they did not want to pause their education with the pandemic because life goes on, no matter what. “For me, I know what I want to do beyond undergrad. I want to […]
Best Advertisements of 2020, According to Ad Majors
Today we feature senior advertising majors from Rowan. They tell us what they think the best advertisements of 2020 are. Melanie Gross Melanie, a senior advertising major with a strategic communications minor from Marlboro, NJ (Monmouth County), says that the best advertisement of 2020 is the Burger King-“Bullying Jr.” advertisement. She says, “In this Burger King […]
6 English Majors Share How Their Major Supports Their Professional Goals
Six students from Rowan’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences tell us how their English major will support them professionally. “I want to teach elementary school after college, and I feel like an English major covers so many important things that go alongside education. An English major explores racial issues, class issues, historical moments, gender, sexuality […]
Healthy New Year’s Suggestions from Health-Related Majors
As we finally kiss 2020 goodbye, enjoy this advice from our health-related majors on some New Year’s suggestions that can hopefully make 2021 a better year! Amanda Murphy, a senior Nutrition major specializing in Exercise Science from Tinton Falls, NJ (Monmouth County) shares a great New Year’s resolution to encourage healthy eating habits. She challenges […]
Brighter Days Ahead: What Rowan Students Are Looking Forward to with Longer Days
We ask Rowan students what they’re looking forward to after the Winter Solstice! “I’m looking forward to my bedroom having natural light longer into the day as I find myself more productive with my curtains open and having the sun illuminate my room.” – Tommy Bell, senior, Music Industry major, Brigantine, NJ (Atlantic County) “I […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Marketing Major and Rugby Player Chase Shebey
Today we feature junior Marketing major and rugby player Chase Shebey. Chase is an off-campus resident from Glen Gardner, NJ (Hunterdon County). Chase transferred to Rowan from New England College. How has a faculty or staff member here helped to connect you with the next step for your career? My advisor was very helpful in getting […]
Music To Listen To While Studying, According to 7 Music Majors
Need some study music recommendations? Let students from Rowan’s music majors give you some suggestions. I really enjoy listening to NCT and Day6 when I study. They have both nice songs for background music (ballads calm songs) and songs that are upbeat and fun to keep you awake and feel more energized. How It Was […]
#PROFspective: Studio Art Major Hannah Spronz
Today we feature Hannah Spronz, a senior Studio Art major from Belvidere, NJ (Warren County). Hannah is president of The Rowan Arts Collective and a part of Rowan After Hours (RAH). On your busiest day, what personal, academic, non-academic and social responsibilities are you juggling? When I’m super busy, I’m probably balancing classes with my […]
My First Apartment: Rachel Rumsby in Rowan Boulevard Apartments
Today we feature sophomore Communication Studies and Public Relations major Rachel Rumsby from River Edge, NJ (Bergen County). Rachel is an on-campus resident currently living in the Rowan Boulevard Apartments. Here, she shares with us her experience living in an apartment for the first time. Before I lived in an apartment at Rowan, I visited […]
First Year Voices: Chemistry Major Spencer Feldman
Today, we speak to freshman Chemistry major Spencer Feldman from Livingston, NJ (Essex County). Spencer is currently residing on campus in Holly Pointe Commons. He tells us a little more about why he chose Rowan and what he likes to do on campus. Why Rowan? I chose Rowan because of the location. Also, when I […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Inclusive Elementary Education Major Joseph Soto
Today we speak to Joseph Soto, a junior Inclusive Elementary Education major from Riverdale, NJ (Morris County). He transferred from Passaic County Community College and talks about his time and transition to Rowan. How has a faculty or staff member here helped to connect you with the next step for your career? An admissions counselor […]
First Year Voices: Biology Major Analiz Santana and Exercise Science Major Mia Guerra
Today, we speak with freshmen Analiz Santana and Mia Guerra. Analiz is a Biology major from Pennsauken, NJ (Camden County) who is currently residing in Mimosa and Mia is an Exercise Science major currently residing in Holly Pointe from Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (Bergen County). They tell us more about why they chose Rowan and how […]
5 Accounting and Finance Majors Tell Us Their WOW Moment in Their Majors
Today, five Accounting and Finance majors from the Rohrer College of Business reveal that magic moment they discovered their major was clearly the right fit. “My ‘WOW’ moment was when I was looking at job opportunities that I can try to get with my major/experience.” – Matt Cangemi, senior, Finance major and Economics minor from Hunterdon […]
#PROFspective: Music Education Major Austin Kurbansade
Today we feature Austin Kurbansade, a sophomore Vocal Music Education major from Roxbury Township, NJ (Morris County). He is an on-campus resident and is involved in the National Association of Music Education, American Choral Directors Association and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. He tells us today about his student experience and how connected he has felt at Rowan. […]
First Year Voices: Physical Education Major Jalen Baptiste
Today, we speak to Jalen Baptiste, a freshman Physical Education major currently residing on-campus in Chestnut Hall from Hackettstown, NJ (Warren County). Jalen tells us about living on campus and more about his first year so far. How do you like on-campus housing? I’m living in Chestnut. Chestnut’s not bad, though, because I live by myself […]
Physically Distant but Socially Strong: Luis and Nick
Assistant resident director Luis Acevedo and resident assistant Nick Petrole share how they continue to social distance during the pandemic. Luis a senior, first-generation college student from Camden, NJ (Camden County), majors in Biological Sciences with a minor in Psychology. Nick is also a senior and a first-generation college student from Flemington, NJ (Hunterdon County), […]
9 Biomedical Art & Visualization Majors Tell Us Why Their Major Excites Them
From new mediums to emerging technologies, 9 Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts students in the Biomedical Art & Visualization program share why they are passionate about their major. “Learning new techniques and nuances of drawing and illustration that I was entirely unaware of prior. That and the steady and consistent addition of new […]
Advice from the Joes of Rowan
Ten Joes of different majors and eight counties share their advice for incoming and current Rowan students. “Study more than you sleep, sleep more than you have fun, and have as much fun as possible.” – Joe Gummere, senior Mechanical Engineering major from Vernon, NJ (Sussex County, pictured above) “You’re going to fall down. College […]
Junior Major Moments: Studying Abroad and More with International Studies Major Alexander Rossen
Today, we speak to Alex Rossen, an International Studies major with Jewish Studies and Sociology minors from Westfield, NJ (Union County). Now a senior, Alex is also an on-campus resident who lives in the Townhouses. He tells us more about his junior year and his favorite Rowan moments. Could you share your favorite moment with a faculty […]
Sophomore Reflects: Navya Kunigal Shares Tips and Her Top 5 Reasons She Chose Rowan
Today we feature Navya Kunigal, a rising sophomore Community Health major from Hillsborough, New Jersey (Somerset County). Here, Navya writes about her on-campus, first-year experience and gives future Profs her best Rowan tips. As a freshman, I lived in Chestnut Hall, and I loved it! It is a wonderful dorm with so many wonderful people. […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Musical Theatre Major Lexie Miller
Meet Musical Theatre major Lexie Miller from Hampton, NJ (Hunterdon County). Lexie is looking forward to meeting new people and living on campus this fall! What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? I’m looking forward to living on campus and getting to meet new people! There are so many exciting things to […]
Sophomore Reflects: Monica Torres Shares Her Freshman Experience and Advice
Today we feature rising sophomore Monica A. Torres. Monica is a Computer Science major with a concentration in Software Engineering from Jersey City, NJ (Hudson County). Monica is an on-campus resident. She lived in Evergreen Hall during her freshman year, and now will be living in the Edgewood Park Apartments for her sophomore year. Monica […]
Junior Major Moments: Construction Management Major Kemet Rose
Today we feature online student Kemet Rose, a Construction Management major from Ridgefield Park, NJ (Bergen County). Kemet is a second-generation college student who transferred from Eastern Gateway Community College and William Paterson University. Could you share your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? I don’t […]
Senior Reflects: Sociology Major Peterson Dossous Strives to “Never Stop Thinking and Learning” in His Field
Today we feature Peterson Dossous, a recent Rowan graduate who studied Sociology from Jersey City, NJ (Hudson County). Peterson reflects on his experience as a Prof and how he made the most out of his college experience. Did you have an on-campus job? I worked for the Office of Career Advancement, which consisted of filing documents, […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Musical Theatre Major Anthony Finke
Meet Musical Theatre major Anthony Finke. Anthony, from Wood-Ridge, NJ (Bergen County), is excited to live on campus this fall! What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? I am looking forward to meeting so many new people and getting to perform in the shows at Rowan!!! I’m also looking forward to […]
Junior Major Moments: Modern Languages and Linguistics Major Charisse N. Watts
Today we feature Modern Languages and Linguistics major Charisse N. Watts from Plainfield, NJ (Union County). Charisse is a transfer student and lived on-campus in 220 Rowan Blvd. before COVID-19 shut down campus. Could you share your favorite moment with a faculty member of a favorite experience in one of your classes? One of my […]
#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, […]
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 […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Early Childhood Education Major Casey Tettemer
Today, we talk to incoming freshman Casey Tettemer, an Early Childhood Education major from Hunterdon County, NJ. She will be an on-campus resident and is looking forward to starting her college experience at Rowan University and spending time on campus. What are a few things you are looking forward to next year at Rowan?“I am […]
Rob’s Three Ways Vernon, NJ is Different Than Glassboro, NJ
Today we speak to Rob Nelson, a junior Accounting major with a Certificate of Undergraduate Studies (CUGS) in German. He is from Vernon, NJ (Sussex County). Before campus closed due to COVID-19, he was living on campus in 230 Victoria St. What are three ways that Glassboro, NJ is different than Vernon, NJ? Glassboro is […]
Senior Reflects: Professional Skills Through Greek Life
Today’s story is from Melanie Sbaraglio, a senior public relations and advertising double major social-distancing from her house in Nutley, NJ (Essex County). Melanie joined the Rowan Blog team to wrap up her remaining internship hours, after her internship with Ace Screen Printing in Glassboro was cut short due to COVID-19 affecting business. Many people […]
Senior Reflects: First-Generation Law & Justice Major Ashley Bermudez-Villacis
Today we feature first-generation senior Ashley Bermudez-Villacis, a Law & Justice major from Lyndhurst, NJ (Bergen County). Before leaving campus due to COVID-19, Ashley lived in the 220 Rowan Blvd Apartments. Could you tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? My favorite moment […]
Senior Reflects: Biological Sciences Major, Future Veterinarian Kimberly Zullo
Today we feature senior Kimberly Zullo, a biological sciences major from Rockaway, NJ (Morris County) with an honors concentration. Please tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? Working in Admissions, I’ve had the opportunity to get to know a lot of the professional […]
Senior Reflects: Chemistry Major Mia Meola
Today we feature senior Mia Meola, a chemistry major from Hackettstown, New Jersey (Warren County) who lived on campus in Whitney Center. She plans to further her education at Rowan next spring. Please tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? The faculty at Rowan […]
Coping with Grief as a College Student
This article is part of a running series with Rowan University’s Wellness Center. This collaboration aims to educate students about personal well-being options. For further updates, follow @RowanUWellness on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. Meet Allison Niemiec, a first year graduate student in the Higher Education Administrative Track program, from Cedar Grove, NJ (Essex County). She shares, “I wanted to write […]
The Perks of Completing Multiple Internships
Starting your first internship can be stressful. I was so nervous on the first day of my first internship! But after long summers and semesters at various companies, I learned to embrace the once-in-a-lifetime role of being an intern and make the most of every experience I was lucky to have. Here are some of […]
Pandemic Profs: Working at a Pizza Place in Bergen County During COVID-19
Welcome to our series to give you a glimpse into Rowan University, our campus culture, and the lives of our students, while practicing social distancing to protect society from the spread of COVID-19. Today’s story is from Jess Squilanti, a sophomore advertising major who is spending the rest of her semester at home in Riverdale, […]
Pandemic Profs: Pizza from Scratch!
Welcome to our 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 story is from Rachel Rumsby, a freshman holed up in her house in Bergen County, NJ, for the rest of the […]
Pandemic Profs: Podcasts I’ve Been Listening To
Welcome to our 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 story is from Alyssa Bauer, a senior public relations major isolating in her house in Bergen County, NJ. While spending […]
Interning Remotely as a Business Management Major
Welcome to our 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 story is from senior Alyssa Marroccoli, who transferred to Rowan after beginning her college career at the University of Rhode […]
Alumni Success: Psychology Major Natalie Torres
Today, we speak to Natalie Torres, from Morris County, NJ, who is a Rowan alumna. She graduated with a Psychology undergraduate degree in May 2016 and then earned her master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in August 2018. We speak to Natalie about why she originally chose Rowan and how Rowan has prepared her […]
Pandemic Profs: Maintaining Normalcy
Welcome to our 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 story is from 4+1 biological sciences education major Mia Fondaro, a junior who also has minors in environmental science and […]
#PROFspective: Dietetics Major Hannah Holzhauer
Meet Hannah Holzhauer, a sophomore dietetics major from Sussex County, NJ who lives on-campus in the Rowan Boulevard Apartments. Hannah is on track for a 5 year master’s program to support her future career in nutrition. Name: Hannah HolzhauerYear: SophomoreMajor: Dietetics major (5 year master’s program)Hometown: Green Township, NJ (Sussex County)On campus resident or commuter: On-Campus resident in Rowan […]
Three Things I Love About My Major
Hi! My name is Bianca Torres. I’m from Morris County, NJ (North Jersey). I am a junior Music Industry major with a minor in Marketing here at Rowan University and I love my major! Back in high school, I had no idea what I wanted to do in the future or where I wanted to […]
Rowan at Home: Glimpse into Biomedical Arts & Visualization with Emily Higgins [VIDEO]
Welcome to Rowan at Home, 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 story features Emily Higgins, a junior isolating in her house in Morris County, NJ. Emily is […]
Pandemic Profs: Making Masks, Woodburning & More
Welcome to our 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 story is from Brittney Nickel, a junior mechanical engineering major self-distancing from her house in Pompton Plains, Morris County, NJ. […]
History Major Finds Her Passion for Archiving During Internship
Before COVID-19 social distancing, through her internship with the Historical Society of Pennsylvania this semester Julianne Tarrant was able to figure out what career path she wants to take after graduating in May. The history major from Nutley, NJ (Essex County) also minors in political science and international studies. Julianne has always liked history, more […]
Pandemic Profs: Geocaching
Welcome to our 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 story is from Eddie O’Melia, a sophomore relocated to his house in Warren County, NJ, for the rest of the […]
Pandemic Profs: How I Maintain Structure in My “School Day”
Welcome to our 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 story is from Nicole Cier, a senior isolating in her house in Middlesex County, NJ. Nicole is a writing arts […]
Pandemic Profs: Writing Arts Club Suggested Reading List
Welcome to our 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 story is from Paige Stressman, a sophomore writing arts major holed up in her house in Mount Ephraim, NJ (Camden […]
Pandemic Profs: Bonding with My Dog
Welcome to our 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 story is from Jason Russack, a sophomore isolating in his house in Warren County, NJ. Jason is a civil and […]
Pandemic Profs: a Social Distancing Spring Break
Welcome to our 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 story is from Alyssa Bauer, a senior holed up in her house in Bergen County, NJ, during spring break. Alyssa […]
Pandemic Profs: Baking Depression Cake During Social Distancing
Welcome to our 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 story is from Rachel Rumsby, a freshman holed up in her house in Bergen County, NJ, during spring break. Rachel […]
#PROFspective: Women’s Ice Hockey Vice President Emily Render
Name: Emily RenderYear: JuniorMajor: Radio/Television/Film within the Ric Edeleman College of Communication and Creative Arts Hometown and county: Nutley, Essex County On campus resident or commuter: I live in 114 Victoria, on campus. Academic or social clubs: Women’s Ice Hockey Club Team Why did you choose Rowan? I met one of the Women’s Ice Hockey coaches […]
Jehu’s Home Away From Home: Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship [VIDEO]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1IHUltuWrI Sophomore computer science major Jehu Ananoria feels most at home at Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship. As a resident of Sussex County, NJ, Jehu moved nearly three hours away from home to come to Rowan. Like what you see? Come visit us!LEARN MORE Video by: Peter Planamente & Iridian Gonzalez, senior journalism majors
4 Juniors Who Are Reppin’ North Jersey
We spoke with juniors Shirley Celi-Landeo, Jackie Charlton, Julia Majerscak and Liz Kenlan about making the change from living in North to South Jersey. Their answers varied slightly except for one collective opinion: it’s different here in Gloucester County! Like what you see? LEARN MORE Story by:Luke Garcia, junior music industry major Photos by: Stephanie […]
Marketing and Supply Chain & Logistics Major Erin DeBiasse Shares Her Passionate Work Ethic
Erin DeBiasse, a sophomore Marketing and Supply Chain & Logistics major and Spanish minor from Denville, NJ (Morris County), is highly passionate about her field. When she was growing up, she always went to work with her dad at Snap-on Tools, which saw her traveling a lot, inspiring her to develop a hard work ethic. […]
First Year Voices: Exploratory Studies Major Erin O’Grady
Today we talk to Erin O’Grady, a freshman Exploratory Studies major from New Milford, NJ (Bergen County). What has been the best part of your freshman year so far? Definitely making new South Jersey friends and joining the Rowan Softball team! Joining the team was one of my main goals, so it was super exciting […]
#PROFspective: Biology Major Sarah Sosa
Name: Sarah Sosa Major: Biology Minors or concentration: Environmental Studies and Environmental and Sustainability Studies Year: Junior Hometown and County: Elizabeth, NJ (Union County) Resident: Rowan Boulevard Apartments Academic Clubs: Pre-Vet Club, REAL Club Tell us about your travel home up to North Jersey and how you get there using public transportation: The first time […]
#PROFspective: Public Relations Major Serina Gonzalez
Today, we speak with Serina Gonzalez, a senior Public Relations major and Strategic Communication minor from Little Ferry, NJ (Bergen County) who lives on-campus. Serina 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: Serina Gonzalez […]
“First Class” Graduate Howard Beder
Meet Howard Beder, a 1988 Rowan alumnus from the College of Communication and Creative Arts and past president (1986) of the Alpha Phi Delta fraternity. Today, he shares how his experience as a Communication major helped him achieve his goals. Howard chose Rowan University (then Glassboro State College) because it was merely two hours away […]
PROF Pets: Billie
Meet Billie! Name: Billie (after Billie Holiday) Breed: Rescue (unknown) Age: 1 year old Owner: Jayce Williams, senior Music Industry major from Newton, NJ (Sussex County) Likes: walks, toys and cheese Dislikes: loud noises “I love walking her on campus! It’s a great way to get her to socialize with people and sometimes other dogs.” […]
First Year Voices: Computer Science Major Monica Torres
Meet Monica Torres, a Jersey City (Hudson County) native and Computer Science major who attended the Pre-College Institute (PCI) this summer. What are one or two takeaways you got from the PCI program? “I think I’ve learned a lot more about time management. I’m usually a morning person. I’ve learned to juggle my free time […]
Alumni Success: William Moylan, Special Education Teacher
William Moylan graduated with his bachelor’s degree in Subject Matter Education/Math (2013) and master’s in Special Education (2015). From Park Ridge, NJ (Bergen County), William chose Rowan because he liked the small school feel and the respected education program. The distance was also perfect for him — Rowan was close enough for it to be […]
PROF Pets: Egg, Frankie and Gandalf
Meet Egg, Frankie and Gandalf! Names: Egg, Frankie (after Frank Ocean) and Gandalf (from Lord of the Rings) Breed: Dumbo rats, hairless Age: approximately six months old Likes: fruit and climbing Dislikes: baths “I’m grateful that I found an off-campus house so I can have my rats with me at school! They’re actually such sweet […]
Alumni Success Story: Lauren O’Donnell from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Today we are speaking with Lauren O’Donnell, a Psychology alumna from the 2000 class. Originally from Chatham (Morris County), O’Donnell now lives in South Jersey and works as a Reward and Recognition Program Lead for the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. “What really caught me when I first visited Rowan was how beautiful and comfortable the […]
First Year Voices: Esteban Nieto
“I’m really looking forward to growing as a person and excited to succeed!” —Esteban Nieto, Biology major, Mine Hill, NJ (Morris County). Like what you see? Come visit us!VISIT CAMPUS Story and photography by: Justin Borelli, senior advertising major
Passing the Torch: Studio Art Grad Gives Advice
“The best way I made friends was through my photography course,” says Kelsey Ross, a studio art major within the College of Communication & Creative Arts. Kelsey came to Rowan as a freshman, from Hillsborough, NJ (Somerset County.) “Advice I would give my high school senior self would be to do your work, and do […]
Jasmin Brown’s Home Away From Home: Rowan’s Rec Center [VIDEO]
Jasmin Brown, a senior radio, television, and film major feels most at home on campus at her student worker job with Rowan’s Rec Center. The Roselle Park, NJ (Union County) native rents an apartment just off campus, making her school and work “commute” an easy one. Jasmin assists Rec Center patrons by making sure everyone’s […]
Inspiring Change Through Biology and Africana Studies
“My heart has been in medicine for as long as I can remember,” Jessenia Roldan, a senior biology major from Clifton, NJ (Passaic County) recalls. She has spent summers in research labs as part of the Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP), interning at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) in Camden as part of […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Sam Brodhecker
Meet transfer student Sam Brodhecker, a junior psychology major from Roxbury, NJ (Morris County) who lives in 220 Rowan Boulevard. How has a faculty or staff member here helped to connect you with the next step for your career? “When I first came to Rowan, I thought that I would experience difficulty in my educational […]
Sean’s Home Away From Home: Kappa Delta Pi
Sean Lowry, a senior elementary education major with a dual major in geography from Caldwell, NJ (Essex County), feels most at home within the education honor society at Rowan, Kappa Delta Pi. A transfer student from the County College of Morris, this year Sean is president of Kappa Delta Pi and lives on campus in […]
Rowan Rec Offers Career Opportunities
Laura Bartoli, junior marketing major from Vernon, NJ, works more efficiently with a busier schedule. Laura started working at Rowan’s Rec Center her freshman year in the main office and as job positions opened, so did Laura’s career opportunities. She started personal training and eventually, marketing for the Rec Center. Her job’s at the Rec […]
PR Student Follows Passion with Two Start-Ups on Campus
As a PR and Advertising double major with minors in Mandarin and Strategic Communications, junior Brittany Eng of West Orange, NJ (Essex County) always knew that writing would play a huge role in her future endeavors. She enjoyed creative writing throughout high school and into college, and writing has always been her strongest skill. How […]
Prof Style: Jenny Hovell
“I would describe my style as dumpster grunge chic. Things on sale, things my mom or sister or grandma are getting rid of. I love layering, dark tones and anything high waisted. Definitely since I’ve come to college I’ve started wearing whatever makes me happy. And I look good!” Jenny Hovell, a junior Art and […]
Joshua’s Home Away From Home: Wilson Practice Rooms [VIDEO]
An environmental studies freshman from Nutley, NJ (Essex County), Joshua Masucci has continued with his love for playing music and has found a welcoming home away from home within the College of Performing Arts’ Wilson Hall’s practice rooms. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Produced by: Alexander Belli, senior public relations and advertising […]
#PROFspective: Environmental Studies Major Joshua Masucci
Today, we speak with Joshua Masucci, a freshman aspiring geographic information science major who lives on campus in Evergreen Hall. Joshua 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: Joshua MasucciMajor: Currently […]
#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 […]
Amber’s Study Abroad in Spain
Africana Studies senior and transfer student Amber Brown-Kelly of Newark, NJ (Essex County) shares her experience: This study abroad experience in Valencia, Spain was round two for me. My first round took place in the United Kingdom for six months full of studying and traveling with friends and classmates who mostly spoke English. Two months full […]
Why “Rushing” Admissions was my Best Decision at Rowan
By the beginning of second semester of my freshman year, I was coming to the reality that I needed a job for the next school year. As any college student will tell you, college life is expensive. My bank accounts were draining quickly; so, I started looking on ProfLink for on-campus jobs that were hiring for […]
First Year Voices: Kallie Hanley
“I love the people I’ve met and feel confident I chose the right major (even if its been challenging). Living in Holly Pointe conveniently allows me to see my friends and quickly go to the caf.” Kallie Hanley, finance major, Edgewater, NJ (Bergen County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jean Han
Meet Jean Han, a junior chemical engineering major from Fort Lee, NJ (Bergen County.) Why did you choose to come to Rowan? I chose Rowan because I read about how its undergraduate engineering program is highly ranked. What is one piece of advice you have for future transfer students? I definitely encourage future transfers to […]
#PROFspective: Marketing Major Eric Banovic
Today, we speak with Eric Banovic, a junior marketing major from Montvale, NJ (Bergen County) who lives on campus at 220 Rowan Boulevard. Eric 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. […]
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 […]
First Year Voices: Michael Wright
“I like how I’ve met new genuine people, I’m able to call close friends. The Rowan community has been really welcoming,” Michael Wright, law and justice major, Leonia, NJ (Bergen 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 […]
Students Unify Rowan through Unified Sports
Co-presidents of Unified Sports, seniors Kaitlee Francisco, an elementary education and mathematics major from Washington Township (Gloucester County) and Joseph Egan, a mechanical engineering major from Fairfield (Essex County) contribute to the Rowan and South Jersey communities in ways that go far beyond the classroom. On Nov. 3, Kaitlee and Joseph were elated to see […]
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 […]
Pokémon Go Community Days Create New Friends On Campus
If you’re ever walking through campus and see a huge crowd gathered, have no fear — it’s not an angry mob or a protest, it’s a Pokémon Go hotspot! Though it’s been a while since anyone has mentioned the once-popular game, recent updates and additions have spiked its popularity again, sending Profs out and about […]
What Profs are Listening To: Holden Scott
Holden Scott, a junior geography major from Hackettstown, N.J. (Warren County), listens to “Disease” by Beartooth when he skates. 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 […]