Today we feature Daniel Marquez, an incoming freshman and first-generation English Education major from Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County). He tells us more about what he’s looking forward to at Rowan University and why he chose Rowan! What are a few things you are looking forward to next year at Rowan? “I am looking forward to […]
Future First Year
Meet #Rowan2024: Commuter, Business Major Paige Bathurst
Today we feature future freshman Paige Bathurst. Paige is from Mantua, NJ (Gloucester County) and will commute to Rowan in the fall as a Supply Chain and Logistics major. Paige was recently awarded the John Green Memorial Service Award for 2020 for incoming students. Why Rowan?Why Rowan? There are so many reasons. I have grown […]
Meet Rowan #2024: Diandra Panasis Looks Forward to Her First Year at Rowan
Today we feature Diandra Panasis, an incoming freshman and Psychology major from Freehold Township, NJ (Monmouth County). She will be living on campus this fall. What are a few things you are looking forward to next year at Rowan? I’m looking forward to taking the next big step in my life at Rowan. I’m looking forward […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Computing and Informatics Major Fahima Kashem
Today we speak to Fahima Kashem, an incoming freshman from Camden County. Fahima will major in Computing and Informatics and plans to commute. Fahima is a first generation college student. Why did you choose a university that was close to home? I choose Rowan because I started to visit Rowan and attend Rowan events way […]
First Year Voices: Juleigh VanDyke Reflects & Looks Forward to Sophomore Year
Today’s (FRESH)man Voices features Juliegh VanDyke, a Theatre Arts major from Williamstown, NJ (Gloucester County), who commutes from home. What did you most enjoy your freshman year at Rowan? I think the one thing I enjoyed most about my freshman year was getting to know the people I have become close with and finding my […]
Meet #Rowan 2024: Future Music Educator Anthony Demateis
Today, we speak to incoming freshman Anthony Demateis, a Music Education major from Jackson, NJ (Ocean County). He will be an on-campus resident and is looking forward to starting his college experience at Rowan University and spending time on campus. What are a few things you are looking forward to next year at Rowan? “Next […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Wisconsin’s Emerson Harman Majors in Biomedical Art & Visualization
Today we feature incoming freshman Emerson Harman from Dodgeville, Wisconsin. Emerson is a Biomedical Art and Visualization major with minors in Biology and Technical/Professional Writing. What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? I am really looking forward to joining Rowan’s […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Music Industry Major Ryan Whitworth
Today, we speak to incoming Freshman Ryan Whitworth, a Music Industry major from Clifton, NJ (Passaic County). He will be an on-campus resident and is looking forward to starting his college experience at Rowan University and spending time on campus. What is something you’re looking forward to at Rowan? “I can’t wait to live on […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Biological Sciences Major Serena Amuzu on the Pre-Med Track, Staying Close to Home
Today we feature Serena Amuzu, an incoming Biological Sciences major who will commute from Wenonah, NJ (Gloucester County) when she begins at Rowan this fall. What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan?In high school I participated in various clubs and activities. […]
Meet #Rowan2024: From VA to NJ, Musical Theatre Major Benjamin Helbert
Today we feature incoming freshman and Musical Theatre major Benjamin Helbert from Williamsburg, Virginia, who will live on campus. What is one activity, club, sport, or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? While in high school I participated in our theatre productions as well as being […]
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 […]
Meet Rowan #2024: Athletic Training Major, Firefighter Chooses Rowan To Be Close to Hometown
Today we feature Logan Robenolt, an incoming Athletic Training major from Barrington, NJ (Camden County). He tells us more about what he’s looking forward to at Rowan University and why he chose Rowan. What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? I did […]
First Year Voices: Shahir Mollah Talks Cars & Mechanical Engineering
Today’s (FRESH)man Voices features Shahir Mollah, a mechanical engineering from Galloway, NJ (Atlantic County) who lived in Mullica Hall until COVID-19 shut down the campus. What inspired you to choose your major? I’ve always been a big car guy. Junior year of high school I wanted to build a car, which inspired my decision to […]
First Year Voices: Casey Hofacker Reflects On Her Year
Today we feature freshman (soon-to-be sophomore) Casey Hofacker, a psychology major from Lindenwold, NJ (Camden County), who lived in Holly Pointe Commons until COVID-19 shut down the campus. What did you most enjoy your freshman year at Rowan? What I enjoyed most about my freshman year was meeting my awesome friends and exploring my major. How […]
First Year Voices: Bella Hargesheimer Reflects on Freshman Year
Today we speak to Bella Hargesheimer, a freshman Spanish major from Philadelphia, PA wrapping up her first year. She lived on campus in Holly Pointe this school year. What is one moment you’ve had with a club or a group of friends that made you feel like Rowan is “home”? Second semester I applied to […]
Q&A: Nebraska Freshman Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Management Major
Today we feature Blaire, Nebraska resident Troy Becker, a Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (DPEM) major with a Certificate of Undergraduate Study (CUGS) in Counterterrorism and Emergency Response Operations. Until COVID-19 closed campus, Troy lived in Mimosa Hall. How did you hear about Rowan, and what made you want to come here? I searched online for schools […]
First Year Voices: Hannah Catherine Kittrell Reflects
Today’s (FRESH)man Voices features Hannah Catherine Kittrell, a theatre arts major from Williamsburg, VA, who lived in Holly Pointe Commons until COVID-19 shut down the campus. What did you most enjoy your freshman year at Rowan? My first semester was challenging, and I often doubted my talent and strength, but this semester I can already see some growth in […]
First Year Voices: Biomedical Art & Visualization Major Doug Jones
Today’s we feature Doug Jones, a Biomedical Art & Visualization major who commuted from home in Monroeville, NJ (Gloucester County) until COVID-19 shut down the campus. How do you create the “away at school” feeling if your home is close to Rowan?I create the “away at school” feeling through planning my day around my schoolwork. […]
First Year Voices: Biochemistry Major Malique Prescott
Freshman Malique Prescott, a Biochemistry major from Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County) who lived in Evergreen Hall until campus closed due to COVID-19, reflects on his first year as a Rowan student. What was one way you met friends this year? One way I met my college family was through the ASCEND program (PCI) and my peers […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Full Ride to Rowan
Today we feature Analiz Santana, an incoming freshman from Pennsauken, NJ (Camden County) who will live on campus. Analiz will be a biological sciences major, with a pre-med track. Why Rowan?I chose Rowan because I was offered a full ride because of my academic achievements. It is also close to home and my sister is […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Film Major Ambbar Marrero
Today we feature Ambbar Marrero, an incoming freshman from Cumberland County, NJ, who will live on campus. Ambbar will major in Radio/TV/Film (RTF.) Why Rowan?Why not Rowan. I did research and I applied to a handful of universities but this one in particular has an amazing Radio/TV/Film program, to add to that a beautiful campus, […]
Meet #Rowan2024: PA Resident To Jersey Guy
Today we feature Connor Shields, an incoming freshman from Holland, Pennsylvania, who will live on campus. Connor will major in theatre, with a concentration in music theatre, and he will add the pre-teaching concentration once the school year starts. Why Rowan?Well, it was tied with West Chester for my number one spot, so I decided […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Aspiring Athletic Trainer
Today we feature Bridget Richards, an athletic training major from Brick, NJ (Ocean County) who attended St. Rose High School in Belmar, NJ. Bridget will live on campus. How or why did you choose your major?I’m an athletic training major and I was inspired by my cousin who is an athletic trainer in Michigan. Why […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Location & Major Key for Chinmayee Narayan
Today we feature incoming freshman Chinmayee Narayan, from Deptford, NJ (Gloucester County) who will be a biomedical engineering major and live on campus. Why Rowan?I chose Rowan because of the amazing biomedical engineering program as well as the campus environment. Rowan is its own little niche in Glassboro, a home away from home! The staff […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Tyrone Rashaun Pursues Community Health
Today we feature Tyrone Rashaun, who is a first-generation college student (first in his family to go to college) from Lawnside, NJ (Camden County). Tyrone will live on campus and will major in Community Health. What are a few things you’re looking forward to at Rowan next year?I am looking forward to meeting new people, […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Biological Sciences & Ice Hockey, George Genzel
Today we feature incoming freshman George Genzel of Clementon, NJ (Camden County), who will live on campus. George will be a biological sciences major and is interested in Rowan Ice Hockey. What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan? (Or one […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Rowan “Feels Like Home” for Music Therapy Major Maia Morales
Today we feature Maia Morales, an incoming freshman from Millville, NJ (Cumberland County). Maia will major in Music Therapy and plans to commute to campus. How or why did you choose your major? I chose my major in music therapy because not only do I love music, but I love helping others. To have the opportunity to […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Maria Mousa Has Pre-Med Aspirations
Today we feature Maria Mousa, an incoming freshman from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County) who will be a biology major and live on campus. How or why did you choose your major?I chose my major because I have always wanted to go into medicine and I have always been really interested in science so Biology […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Exploratory Studies Major Keeps Doors Open
Today we feature incoming freshman Renna Manno, from Blackwood, NJ (Camden County), who will commute to campus. Renna is choosing to start her Rowan career as an exploratory studies major to keep her options open, but feels she may go into a field related to psychology or sports. What are a few things you’re looking […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Ph.D. Aspirations from Brick, NJ Native, Rebecca Ingenito
Today we feature incoming freshman Rebecca Ingenito, who will double major in translational biomedical sciences and biological sciences. She is from Brick, NJ (Ocean County) and will live on campus. Why did you choose your major?I just remember being about 11 years old, and asking my mom for a microscope because of my interest in […]
Meet #Rowan2024: D&D Fan Joining Our Team
Today we feature incoming freshman Aspen Mercado, a Haddon Heights, NJ (Camden County) resident who will major in computer science and commute to campus. What is one activity, club, sport or hobby that you did in high school that you’d like to continue with at Rowan?I really want to continue playing D&D at Rowan because I’m relatively […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Biomedical Engineering Major Ariana Torres
Today we feature incoming freshman Ariana Torres, a first generation college student and Biomedical Engineering major from Vineland, NJ (Cumberland County) who plans to commute to campus. What are a few things you are looking forward to next year at Rowan? Something I look forward to doing at Rowan is joining plenty of clubs and […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Student Athlete Shane Vostenak
Today we feature Shane Vostenak, an incoming freshman from Delran, NJ (Burlington County) who will live on campus and major in mechanical engineering. What are a few things you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan?Next year I’m looking forward to meeting my new teammates on the cross country and track team and getting to […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Music Industry Major Sam Poku
Today we feature incoming music industry major freshman Sam Poku, who is from Old Bridge, NJ (Middlesex County) and will live on campus. Why Rowan?Choosing Rowan was probably the best decision for me particularly because of how great the overall Rowan environment is, staff, and education of my intended major. But, there was just a […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Mullica Hill’s Grace Harris
Today we feature incoming freshman Grace Harris, an electrical and computer engineering major from Mullica Hill, New Jersey (Gloucester County) who will commute to campus. What are a few things you’re looking forward to at Rowan next year?I’m looking forward to making friends and making all the memories that come with being a college student! […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Environmental & Sustainability Studies Major Aarushi Gupta
Today we feature incoming freshman Aarushi Gupta, an Environmental & Sustainability Studies major from Marlton, NJ (Burlington County) who plans to live on campus. What are a few things you are looking forward to next year at Rowan?I’m looking forward to decorating my dorm room the most! I’m also very excited to meet new people […]
5 Benefits of Going to College Close to Home
There’s no place like home. There’s no place like home. There’s no place like home! While many people like Dorothy want to venture off to a place far away, the grass isn’t always greener on the other side. There are a lot of benefits of staying close to home for college. I’ve learned this myself […]
First Year Voices: Theatre Major Lydia Riddell
Today’s (FRESH)man Voices features Lydia Riddell, a theatre major from Swedesboro, NJ (Gloucester County) who lived in Holly Pointe Commons until COVID-19 shut down the campus. What did you most enjoy your freshman year at Rowan? What I enjoyed most about my freshman year was all of the welcome events in the beginning of the […]
First Year Voices: Football & Friendship
“We’ve been playing football together since we were 6,” says freshman Jared Armitage, a business management major from Estell Manor, NJ (Atlantic County) of his Magnolia Hall roommate, Chris Doughty of Buena, NJ (Atlantic County). “We both played for Rowan this year,” Jared continues. It was fun living with someone he’s known since childhood, he […]
First Year Voices: Anjeliah Chiodo
Our spotlight (FRESH)man Voices this week is Anjeliah Chiodo. I had the wonderful opportunity to write a story about her. She is an iconic Instagram influencer with 25.1k followers. This first-generation college student let us have the amazing chance to get some insight on herself, her lifestyle and her opinions on some topics. Her major […]
Living Close to Rowan
Today’s story is from Mark Baugh, a senior radio/TV/film major with a specific interest in graphics and production. Mark is from Washington Township, NJ (Gloucester County) and rents a home off-campus. Many students when looking at college might think “that’s way too close to home. I wanna go further.” I would say there is nothing too […]
First Year Voices: Dance Major Sabrina Vargas
Meet Sabrina Vargas, a freshman dance major from Atlantic County who lives on campus in Evergreen Hall. Sabrina joined Rowan through the Pre-College Institute Program and is involved with many clubs on campus. Name: Sabrina VargasYear: FreshmanMajor: DanceMinor: SociologyHometown: Mays Landing, NJ (Atlantic County)Where do you live? On campus, Evergreen HallFirst-generation college student? Yes Academic and […]
Jeff, President of Chestnut Hall Council, Shares What He Loves About Chestnut Hall
Meet Jeff Wheeler, a freshman double major in Radio, Television and Film within the Ric Edelman College of Communication and Creative Arts, and Computing and Informatics within the College of Science & Mathematics – School of Health Professions. He has minors in Computer Science, Math, and Electrical and Computer Engineering. Jeff is a first-generation college […]
It’s OK to be Scared
Moving away from home is scary. I’m not going to sit here and lie and say that the transition from high school to college was easy for me. I’m sure other people had smooth transitions and would love to share their stories, but for the people who are scared to move away, I want to […]
Body Positivity: A Beginner’s Guide
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 My’yonna Boyd, freshmen Biology major from Camden, NJ. My’yonna hopes, “Students will become aware you can make positive changes in your life […]
First Year Voices: Chemical Engineering Major Dylan Snyder
Today, we talk to Dylan Snyder, a freshman Chemical Engineering major from Wilmington, Delaware. How has your freshman year at Rowan been so far? “Freshman year has been great! It is so much more interesting than high school. I’ve gotten so many new phone numbers and made so many new friends. If you get yourself […]
First Year Voices: An Entrepreneurship Major Prepares to Launch a Lip Gloss Line
Meet Anjeliah Williams, a freshman majoring in Entrepreneurship, who also attended the Pre-College Institute (PCI) this summer. Anjeliah is from Sicklerville, NJ (Camden County), and she’s about to launch her own lip gloss line called “Anjel Allure.” Anjeliah decided to major in entrepreneurship because growing up she did not know what she wanted to do […]
First Year Voices: Music Industry Student’s Journey from Delaware to New Jersey
“If you’re into music, this school is awesome!” says Devin Saienni, a freshman Music Industry major with a concentration in Music Technology from Wilmington, Delaware (New Castle County). He currently lives in Mimosa Hall and is a first-generation college student. Devin says he came to Rowan specifically for the music program, and he heavily credits […]
First Year Voices: Mattie Ballard-Millet
Name: Mattie Ballard-MilletYear: Freshman Major: Theatre, Musical Theatre Concentration within the College of Performing ArtsHometown: Biloxi, MississippiWhere do you live? On-campus, Holly Pointe Commons What first surprised you about Rowan?“I think how nice everyone is, because they say that northerners aren’t always the nicest. It’s a stereotype, but that’s not true. Everyone, especially within the Theatre […]
Volunteerism at Rowan: Food Bank of South Jersey [VIDEO]
Students work together with the Food Bank of South Jersey sorting and organizing food to provide for the food-insecure. Through the summer First-Year Connection: Volunteerism program, incoming students — both freshmen and transfer — embrace togetherness and philanthropy to build community and provide service. Once the school year starts, the volunteerism continues. The Office of […]
First Year Voices: Public Relations Major Rachel Rumsby
Ten toes in. This is the motto of First-Year Connection: Leadership, and how I tried to live during my transition into college. For me, this meant getting as involved as possible to meet a lot of people and get acclimated to campus. The first home I found on campus was First Year Connection: Leadership (FCL). […]
10 Things Freshmen Love about Rowan
“I love that Rowan’s campus is dog friendly!” – Tamia Tsapouris, Business major, Cliffside Park, NJ “I love the sushi in the student center. Try the Rowan Roll!” – Carter Dernier, Radio TV Film major, Florham Park, NJ “I love the size of Rowan’s campus. Not too big, not too small.” – Missy Pavorsky, Radio […]
First Year Voices: Bioinformatics Major Kelly Kirk
Meet Kelly Kirk, a freshman from Riverside, NJ (Burlington County). Kelly, a Bioinformatics major, lives in Holly Pointe Commons. Kelly loves looking forward to going to the Equestrian Club! She attends the club during the weekend, where they practice and compete with other schools on performance. When asked if she was ever nervous with starting […]
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 […]
First Year Voices: Ocean County Native Makes New Friends
Meet Elizabeth Hudak, a freshman Radio/TV/Film major from Manchester, NJ (Ocean County). She moved into Holly Pointe Commons in September. Elizabeth says attending freshmen orientation made it easier to meet people once she started on campus this fall. She was happily surprised at “how easily I made friends and how open everybody was to getting […]
First Year Voices: Early Childhood Education Major Courtney Morrone
“I’m excited to become more social by meeting new people and getting involved in the clubs on campus.” — Courtney Morrone, an Early Childhood Education major from Bellmawr, NJ (Camden County). Like what you see, come visit us! LEARN MORE
First Year Voices: Biological Sciences Major Jace Robinson
“I’m hoping to become a veterinarian, so I’m excited to get to work in a lab and start my career.” — Jace Robinson, an incoming Biological Sciences major from Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County). Like what you see, come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Story and photography by: Chad Wittmann, senior Journalism major
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 […]
First Year Voices: Joining Her Cousins at Rowan
After hearing good things about Rowan’s engineering program and with two cousins already here, Rowan was a natural choice for incoming freshman Krishna Barot. Meeting people and forming the beginnings of lifelong friendships has been the highlight of Krishna’s summer at Rowan University. The first generation college student, from Galloway, NJ (Atlantic County), spent six […]
First Year Voices: A 4-Year Dream Begins to Launch
Incoming freshman Alexis Pacheco Benitez of Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County) has waited patiently four years to finally begin his education toward his dream career. “When I was a freshman in high school we had this seminar to find out what you want to do, and ever since then I’ve known that I want to go […]
First Year Voices: Growing Up With Rowan
As Silas Alston grew up, he watched Rowan University grow up, too. “I remember campus before half these buildings were here,” the incoming freshman says. “Whitney, Holly Pointe, Rowan Boulevard, Barnes & Noble — I remember all of them coming up.” With many family connections to Rowan, Silas spent much of his childhood visiting campus. […]
Advice for Incoming Freshmen from Upperclassmen
We asked upperclassmen, “What advice would you give to your freshman-self?” Here is what they said: Make friends during Move-In Weekend. – Molly Be open to change and trying new things. Join a club, play an intramural sport, make all the memories. – Brooke Look into the Study Abroad Program. It’s the best decision I […]
Pre-College Institute Holds Elements of Dance Finale [VIDEO]
This summer students earned three college credits through Rowan’s Pre-College Institute (PCI), a six-week academic/residential program to better prepare freshmen for college. Here, we showcase their Elements of Dance class finale, where students performed in a recital organized by Professor Paule Turner of the Dance department within the College of Performing Arts. Like what you […]
First Year Voices: Civil & Environmental Engineering Major Christian Smith
“I’m looking forward to meeting new people, seeing the experiences that college will take me and finding a path that will lead to my future.” — Christian Smith, a Civil & Environmental Engineering major from Lawrenceville, NJ (Mercer County) Like what you see? Come visit us!VISIT CAMPUS Story and photography by:Justin Borelli, senior advertising major
First Year Voices: Computer Science Major Nikolas Vasiliadis
“I’m looking forward to finding new clubs and interests, meeting new people who share those interests and getting to know them.” — Nikolas Vasiliadis, a Computer Science major from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County). Like what you see? Come visit us!VISIT CAMPUS Story and photography by: Justin Borelli, senior advertising major
First Year Voices: Kyleigh Bell
“Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard,” says Kyleigh Bell (pictured at right), a freshman Athletic Training major and Pre-College Institute (PCI) student from Waretown, NJ (Ocean County). Kyleigh will live in Holly Pointe Commons her freshman year and is a first generation college student. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT […]
First Year Voices: Arianna Martins
Meet Arianna Martins, an incoming Law & Justice Studies student from Edison, NJ (Middlesex County). “I’m going to be living in Chestnut Hall so I’m most looking forward to a change in lifestyle. Everything used to be so structured, and now I’ll have a lot more time to do what I want on my own […]
First Year Voices: Natalie Rojas
“I’ve always loved school and learning new things. Teachers always gave me hope throughout school.” — Natalie Rojas, an Early Childhood Education major from Perth Amboy, NJ (Middlesex County) Like what you see, come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Story by:Justin Borelli, senior advertising major
First Year Voices: Rowan Choice Orientation
Meet Ariana, Connor and Kayla, three Rowan Choice freshmen who met at orientation this summer. “I’m so excited for the new adventure here on campus,” says Ariana Trabucco, an incoming Marketing major from Wayne, NJ (Passaic County). “I’m most looking forward to being on a such a diverse campus. Rowan is a cultural mixing pot, […]
First Year Voices: Sye’arra Dewey
“I’m so excited to meet new people here at Rowan!” —Sye’arra Dewey, Communications Studies major, Hammonton, NJ (Atlantic County). Like what you see? Come visit us!VISIT CAMPUS Story and photography by: Justin Borelli, senior advertising major
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
Being a Part of the ASCEND Community
Glassboro, NJ (Gloucester County) native Dyone Payne, a junior public relations major with minors in journalism and strategic communication, shares her experience with the ASCEND program. Transitioning from high school to college isn’t always as easy as everyone thinks it is. Thankfully, entering Rowan through the ASCEND program provided me the confidence say goodbye to […]
First Year Voices: Twins Dillon and Chase Weigand
Watch out, world! These incoming freshmen — Chase Weigand (left) and Dillon Weigand (right) of Ocean Gate, NJ (Ocean County) — are ready to start their four years at Rowan in just a few months. We caught up with them today as they visited campus for the first time, ready to put down a deposit […]
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 […]
Passing the Torch: Political Science Major from Honduras Shares Tips for Success
“The best way to connect with internships is through email and on-campus job fairs,” says political science graduate Edwin Benavides from Trenton, NJ (Mercer County), who is originally from Honduras. He suggests that incoming students, “take advantage of all assistance programs provided by the University.” The advice he’d give to high school students is to, […]
Passing the Torch: Public Relations and Advertising Grad Gives Advice
‘”Faculty are very helpful with connecting you to internships and job opportunities.” says Alexander Belli, a dual major public relations and advertising graduate, who was a commuter from Voorhees, NJ (Camden County). “The best advice I could give for new students on time management would be to look at your schedule every night and to […]
Passing the Torch: Studio Art Commuter Gives Advice
“The best way to make friends in college is to walk in and be the loudest guy in the room,” says CJ Haughey, a studio art transfer student (now graduate!) from Kensington, PA, who commuted to Rowan from an off-campus rental and graduated from the College of Communication & Creative Arts. Like what you see? […]
Passing the Torch: Music Industry, First-Generation Student Gives Advice
“The best way to connect with internships and job opportunities was through the Rowan Music Group and speaking to your professors,” says first-generation college student Emilio Del Hierro, an international student from Ecuador and a recent music industry graduate from the College of Performing Arts. Emilio rented an off-campus apartment and commuted to Rowan. To […]
Passing the Torch: Radio/TV/Film Grad Gives Advice
The best way to make friends is by joining “clubs in your major,” says Taylor Forte, a Radio/TV/Film graduate from Brick Township, NJ (Ocean County), who rents off campus and commutes to Rowan. Taylor celebrated his graduation a the College of Communication & Creative Arts ceremony. To make the most out of the college experience […]
Passing the Torch: Engineering Major Shares His Tips
To connect with internships and job opportunities, “attend the Career Fair on campus” through the Office of Career Advancement, says Philadelphia resident and first-generation college graduate Cornelius Middleton, who earned a master’s degree in engineering management through the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering. Cornelius served as a graduate coordinator in Mimosa Hall while earning […]
Passing the Torch: Political Science Grad Gives Advice
“Don’t be afraid to take risks and try new things!” says Brianna Donahue, a political science and first-generation college graduate from Mullica Hill, NJ (Gloucester County). “If I could go back and give myself any advice it would be to not pick a school for anyone but myself. I was too busy focusing on fitting […]
Passing the Torch: International Student Gives Advice
“Participating in social activities is the best way to make friends,” says Ahmad Kindawi, a first-generation college student (now graduate!) from Syria, who rents a house off-campus, within walking distance of campus. Ahmad graduated with a master’s degree in history from the College of Humanities & Social Sciences. Like what you see? Come visit us! […]
First Year Voices: Dean Powers
When you wake up in the morning, what are you most looking forward to that day? “I look forward to my photography class, taking photos or making art in some way.” Were you nervous starting at Rowan? How did you overcome it? “Yeah, I was definitely nervous but then I kind of just stopped stressing […]
Passing the Torch: Law & Justice Transfer Shares Her Tips
“The best way to make friends is through social media,” says first-generation college student, now law and justice graduate Cieani Copes, who commuted from Camden, NJ (Camden County.) To make the most out of the college experience she says you need to “be social and get involved.” Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT […]
Passing the Torch: Grad Says “Just Do It”
“The best way to make friends is to ask for help and reach out to others,” says public relations graduate Allyson McDonough of Spring Lake Heights, NJ (Monmouth County.) As a first-generation college student and commuter who rents off campus, she shares her best advice to, “Go straight to Rowan and put yourself out there. […]
Passing the Torch: Transfer Student Grad Gives Advice
Eduarda Moura, a law and justice graduate from Delran, NJ (Burlington County), shares how she made the most out of her college students as a first-generation transfer student. “Definitely don’t waste time. Time flies — my four years hit me before I could realize it. Now, off to grad school!” Like what you see? Come […]
Passing the Torch: “Let Your Light Shine” [VIDEO]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSJwBuzZ2HA&feature=youtu.be Debah Tiah, a sociology graduate from Liberia, shares her best advice for incoming freshmen: “Let your light shine. Be the true and authentic you!” Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS
Passing the Torch: Law & Justice Grad Gives Advice
“On campus I’ve worked with Tutoring, Housing, and as a Public Safety intern. Networking is everything!” says law and justice graduate Christian Grund, from Verona, NJ (Essex County.) He says that having a job while going to school makes college more fun and manageable. His best advice to freshmen on time management is, “Do it […]
Passing the Torch: History Grads Share Insight
“I’m really proud of you,” were Professor Glenn McDorman’s parting words to two of his graduates. “Please reach out if you need anything.” Graduating with degrees in history and humanities, Cory Gibson (right) from Wall, NJ (Monmouth County) says that the best advice he would give his high school senior self about how to make […]
Passing the Torch: Commuter Grad’s Advice to New Students
Commuter and first-generation college student (now graduate!) Cheyenne Rickabaugh of Cape May, NJ (Cape May County) says the best way to make friends at college is, “Show up to things! Talk in class! Not during lecture, though.” She also says that the best way to get the most out of your college experience is to, […]
#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 […]
First Year Voices: Arianna Kaila Martins
Meet Arianna, an incoming freshman law and justice major from Edison, NJ (Middlesex County.) “I’ve been in love with the campus since 8th grade, it’s so calm, everyone’s social, and I have a few friends that go there too which brings a sense of comfort. My lacrosse coach is a Rowan alumni as well and […]
First Year Voices: Thomas Julia
“Being so far from home I wondered how I would fit in, but Rowan has done so much for me. I never had a problem since starting in September; my teammates and professors really made this campus my home.” “I feel most at home during practices and games for club lacrosse. My teammates and I […]
First Year Voices: Jenn Cruz
“I love living at Chestnut because even though I live in a single, I’m surrounded by so many amazing people who also live here.” Jenn Cruz, freshman public relations major from Egg Harbor Township, NJ (Atlantic County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Story and photography by: Alyssa Bauer, junior public relations […]
First Year Voices: Joey Coyle
“Being part of the track and field team is a plus – the more people you know on campus, the more you get involved in activities. Being a part of the track team was the best decision I have ever made. I was shaky about joining but glad I made the right decision in joining […]
First Year Voices: Zenon Yanez
“Living in Holly Pointe is really nice because it’s like living in a suite your first year. Everyone is so close in the buildings there’s always chances to meet new friends.” Zenon Yanez, freshman electrical and computer engineering major from South Amboy, NJ (Middlesex County) who lives in Holly Pointe Commons. Like what you see? […]
Hajah’s Home Away From Home: Willow Hall [VIDEO]
Hajah Carpenter, a freshman biology major from Somerdale, NJ (Camden County), feels most at home with her “Willow Squad” friends in Willow Hall. Like what you see? Register for a tour or open house. VISIT CAMPUS Video by: Nicole Cier, junior writing arts major and Edris Forde, junior radio/TV/film majorMusic by: Louis Testa, sophomore music composition […]
Long-Time Friends Talk Rooming Together in Holly Pointe Commons
Meet freshmen Carli Poeta, public relations major, and Alayna Inman, sports communication and media major, both from Pennsville, NJ (Salem County), who live together in Holly Pointe Commons. How’d you guys meet? “We met in our second grade class.” – Alayna What’s your favorite memory of living together? “Just moving in and decorating together and […]
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 […]
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 […]