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 […]
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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 […]
Shop Local? Shop Rowan Grad
Shop Rowan Grad this winter! Today we feature Rowan alumni who have started their own businesses. Wider Awake Alumna Courtney Stevenson graduated from Rowan in 2008 with a B.A. in Printmaking & Illustration. She and her husband Justin, also a Rowan alum, own a printmaking company called Wider Awake. https://www.widerawake.com/ | Instagram @widerawakeprint “I learned […]
PA to NJ: 7 Pennsylvanians Share If They’ve Adopted Any “Jersey” Tendencies
Today, 7 Pennsylvania native students reveal what New Jersey sayings, mannerisms or other traits — if any — have rubbed off on them. I think I’ve picked up a little bit of the South Jersey accent. I’ve started saying “caw-fee” instead of coffee. Also, I miss being able to order pork roll whenever I go […]
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 […]
Prof Style: Mask Up!
Need some mask inspiration? Check out some of these masks from our very own Profs! They tell us why they chose their masks and what they like most about them. “I figured if I had to wear a mask, then it should be one that compliments my style and personality. My mask is perfect because black […]
Beyond the Classroom: Up in the Air with Mechanical Engineering Major and Pilot Jay Petersen
Today, we speak to Jay Petersen, a sophomore Mechanical Engineering major from Edison, NJ (Middlesex County). Jay is an on-campus resident and a fourth-generation college student! Jay tells us more about himself, his major and when he’s not in the classroom, his passion for flying. How did you find Rowan? My parents had me work with […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Mechanical Engineering Major, Car Enthusiast AJ Marchev
Today we feature incoming freshman and Mechanical Engineering major AJ Marchev from East Brunswick, NJ (Middlesex County). What is something you’re looking forward to next year at Rowan? One of the biggest things I’m looking forward to is meeting new people and spending time on campus. I visited a couple times, and I have a feeling […]
