Today we feature incoming first year and first-generation college student Maria Celeste Lopez Vasquez. Maria will major in Exploratory Studies and commute from Camden, NJ (Camden County). Maria attended Camden Academy Charter High School. Welcome to Rowan! Could you share with us one thing you are looking forward in college? In college, I’m looking forward […]
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7 Students Share Why They Like Magnolia and Chestnut
Two of Rowan’s on-campus residence halls, Magnolia and Chestnut, have a lot to offer. We spoke to a few of the residents to see what they like about living there. Leena Nesby, a freshman resident at Chestnut, says: “I like Chestnut because the lake is just outside my window, so I like my view. I […]
The Path to Finding My Major: Junior Kayla Tucker
Today’s story is by Kayla Tucker, a junior Public Relations major from Bordentown, NJ (Burlington County). She lives on campus at 220 Rowan Boulevard. Kayla writes about her experience picking a major at Rowan. When it was time for me to come to Rowan, I thought I had everything figured out as far as my […]
First Year Voices: Exploratory Studies Major Kevin Duffy
Today we speak with freshman Kevin Duffy from Wayne, NJ (Passaic County) who is currently undecided on what major he wants to pursue. How do you like living in Chestnut Hall? It’s fun, you get the real college feel when you’re living in Chestnut Hall. Are your classes remote or hybrid, and how has that […]
First Year Voices: Noah Garcia
Today we speak with Noah Garcia who is currently an undecided major (exploratory studies). So far Noah has been enjoying being in school and plans to continue to keep up with his school work while getting more involved on campus. What do you like about living in Chestnut Hall? It’s the best looking residential building […]
First Year Voices: Exploratory Studies Major Christopher Maestoso
Today we feature Chris Maestoso, who has adjusted well so far with living away from home as well as learning remotely. Chris is from Fairfield, NJ (Essex County) and currently residing in Chestnut Hall. How do you like living in Chestnut? It’s been good so far. The beginning was tough because it was really hot […]
I’m Not Sure What to Major in, is That Normal?
Admissions counselor Amanda Kuster dispels a myth about majors and details a unique Rowan program for undecided students. Deciding on a college major can be really intimidating, especially when there are so many options to choose from! At Rowan we have more than 80 different majors ranging from all areas of interest. Some students who […]
Julia’s Corner: How to Get the Most Out of College
Recent grad Julia McAleavey shares guidance through this advice column for incoming students. A student with well-rounded experience, Julia earned a bachelor’s in advertising this spring. She transferred to Rowan her sophomore year, after another school wasn’t a great fit. While at Rowan she started as an exploratory studies major, unsure of what to major […]
