Today, we feature Kayden Heinz (he/his), a rising junior Writing Arts major. We strive to amplify all student voices, all year-round. To be featured, please contact rowanblog [at] rowan.edu. Kayden discusses how Rowan has helped him to find his new sense of identity and community amongst those on campus. He also goes into how we […]
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Pride Month: How Rowan Helped Kit Lillia Feel Accepted For Who They Are
Today, we hear from Kit Lillia (they/them), a rising senior psychology major with minors in Africana studies and women & gender studies. They are from Millville, NJ (Cumberland County) and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Can you describe your involvement on campus? “I am the president and founder of a new club on campus […]
PRIDE Month: What Inclusivity Means to International Student Yash Kasini
Today, we meet Yash, an international student from India and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community who is pursuing his master’s in computer science. Let’s see how Yash chooses to celebrate Pride at Rowan University. In your own words, what does ‘Inclusivity’ mean to you? “Inclusivity means being welcoming and accepting of people within all […]
Pride Month: Hearing Their Voice, Emily Ward
Today we feature Emily Ward (she/they), a freshman from Mullica Hill, NJ. Emily is majoring in Physics and has a minor in astronomy. Emily discusses how their involvement in PRISM supports them while being a Rowan student and their journey through recognizing and being open about their identity. Could you share with us how you’re […]
Why Psychology Major Leah Boyle Chose to Study Close to Home
Today we speak with Leah Boyle, who recently graduated with a degree in Psychology. Leah comes from Haddonfield, NJ in Camden County and is a first-generation college student. She had been an on-campus resident all four years and worked as an RA (Resident Assistant) for the LGBTQIA+ Learning Community in Holly Pointe for the last […]
Queer Voices: VP of Student Life Drew Tinnin
This interview was originally featured on the Queer Voices Instagram page @queer_voices. Biomedical Art and Visualization major Emerson Harman created the Queer Voices Project, which is working “to amplify LGBTQ+ student, faculty, and alumni voices at Rowan University through portraits and interviews.” You can also find more of their content here. Name, pronouns, and identity? […]
Queer Representation In the Media: Mandi Devers’ “Flip The Script”
“Flip the Script,” by Rowan alumna Mandi Devers, is an award-winning audio documentary on queer representation in the media. Mandi’s doc covers how much representation is out there, how characters in media are being represented, and the ways in which queer representation still needs to improve. Mandi graduated from Rowan in May 2020 with a Radio/Television/Film […]
Welcoming Incoming LGBTQIA+ Students to the Rowan Community
Though we approach the end of Pride Month, we will soon usher in a new class of Rowan Profs. Here, faculty and staff offer their tips for incoming LGBTQIA+ first-year and transfer students. I think Rowan’s proximity to Philadelphia and the queer community is a wonderful asset to new students. In addition to the support […]
Ayanna Johnson Reflects on New York City Pride Parade
As we approach the end of Pride month, senior Ayanna Johnson shares her experience attending this year’s New York City Pride Parade. Describe the feeling of being at this event. “It is hard to describe the joy of pride but if I had to choose I would say magical, warm and accepted.” Anything that stood […]
Queer Voices: Rowan Global Student Denzell Moore
This interview was originally featured on the Queer Voices Instagram page @queer_voices. Biomedical Art and Visualization major Emerson Harman created the Queer Voices Project, which is working “to amplify LGBTQ+ student, faculty, and alumni voices at Rowan University through portraits and interviews.” You can also find more of their content here. Name, pronouns, and identity? […]
#PROFPRIDE: Faculty Shares Advice
Dr. Stephen Fleming is Assistant Dean for the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. He offers his perspective and resources for incoming or current LGBTQIA+ students. 1. You are not alone. College is a very common time for students to question their sexuality and/or gender identity. You are not alone, and there are resources available […]
Queer Voices: Psychology Major Ella Emmer
This interview was originally featured on the Queer Voices Instagram page @queer_voices. Biomedical Art and Visualization major Emerson Harman created the Queer Voices Project, which is working “to amplify LGBTQ+ student, faculty, and alumni voices at Rowan University through portraits and interviews.” You can also find more of their content here. Name, pronouns, and identity? […]
#PROFPRIDE: Learning to Embrace Myself
Today, from a member of our Rowan Blog team: “In honor of Pride Month, I wanted to share my own story in grappling with and understanding my sexuality.” Dealing with my sexuality has never been an easy task since it isn’t something that can be easily placed into one box. My identity in general intersects […]
#PROFPRIDE: Filmmaker Riel Dioquino on “Beyond His Closet”
Today we speak with Riel Marc Dioquino (he/him), who recently graduated with a degree in Radio/Television/Film (RTF) and a concentration in Production. Riel hails from Burlington Township and is a first-generation college student. He also participated in Cinema Workshop and earned recognition for this short documentary, Beyond His Closet, in the Edelman College of Communications & […]
Queer Voices: Theatre Major Tyler “TJ” Jacobs
This interview was originally featured on the Queer Voices Instagram page @queer_voices. Biomedical Art and Visualization major Emerson Harman created the Queer Voices Project, which is working “to amplify LGBTQ+ student, faculty, and alumni voices at Rowan University through portraits and interviews.” You can also find more of their content here. Name, pronouns, and identity? […]
Queer Voices: Business Major Ian McClellan
This interview was originally featured on the Queer Voices Instagram page @queer_voices. Biomedical Art and Visualization major Emerson Harman created the Queer Voices Project, which is working “to amplify LGBTQ+ student, faculty, and alumni voices at Rowan University through portraits and interviews.” You can also find more of their content here. Name, pronouns, and identity? […]
#PROFPRIDE: Leah Boyle, RA for the LGBTQIA+ Learning Community
Today we speak with Leah Boyle, who graduated this May with a degree in Psychology. Leah comes from Haddonfield, NJ in Camden County and is a first-generation college student. She has been an on-campus resident all four years and worked as an RA (Resident Assistant) for the LGBTQIA+ Learning Community in Holly Pointe for the […]
Pride Month: Queer People of Color VP Reinaldo [VIDEO]
Rowan University junior Physics major Reinaldo, Queer People of Color vice president, tells us about the diverse and welcoming community he found at Rowan. He also tells us more about his own personal journey and how coming to Rowan University helped him express his true self. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
Pride Month: Prism President Ella [VIDEO]
Rowan University junior Psychology major Ella Emmer, president of Prism, talks about the diverse and welcoming community she found at Rowan. She also tells us more about her personal story and the activism she is involved with on campus. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
Pride Month: Queer People of Color President Jahnaya [VIDEO]
Rowan University junior Public Relations and Advertising major Jahnaya, president of Queer People of Color, talks about the diverse and welcoming community they found at Rowan. Jahnaya tells us about their own personal journey and how they felt accepted by the Rowan community. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
Pride Month: Mariana [VIDEO]
Meet Mariana, who recently graduated Rowan University as a Psychology major with a Sociology minor and a certificate in undergraduate studies in Social Justice. She talks about the diverse and welcoming community she found at Rowan. Like what you see? LEARN MORE
