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 with […]
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Exploratory Studies Path to the Perfect Major for Callie
Today we feature thoughts from Callie DeMaria, a rising junior from Little Egg Harbor, NJ (Ocean County.) A first generation college student, Callie started at Rowan as an exploratory studies (undecided) major and found her way to the perfect major for her – psychology, within the College of Science & Mathematics. Callie lives on campus […]
Passing the Torch: First Generation Art/Photo Major Gives Advice
“Meet people and spend time with them!” says Johnathan Puglise from Millville, NJ (Cumberland County), a recent art/photo graduate from the College of Communication & Creative Arts. Johnathan, a first generation student, rented off campus and commuted to Rowan. To make the most out of the college experience he says you should, “take photography!” Like […]
My Rowan Transfer Story
Today, we feature advice from Amanda Kuster – not only is she a Rowan University admissions counselor with the Office of Admissions, but she is also a Rowan alumnus herself, having graduated from our Communications Studies program within the College of Communication & Creative Arts. Today she shares her own story, with hopes that it assists you […]
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. […]
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 graduate from Mullica Hill, NJ (Gloucester County) who is a first generation student. “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 […]
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 […]
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! […]
