An Essential Feminist Collaboration One of the extravagant exhibits featured at the Rowan Art Gallery is the Sister Chapel. The Sister Chapel premiered in January 1978 at P.S.1, an experimental exhibition space in Long Island City, New York by Ilise Greenstein. She envisioned a tribute or as she puts it a “Hall of Fame” for the achievements of […]
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Music Industry Students put on “Summer Kick Off” show at the Trocadero Theatre in Philadelphia
At the end of the spring semester, Rowan Music Industry students created their very own touring and booking company and put on one of the last shows at the legendary Trocadero Theatre in Philadelphia. The students of Rowan’s Music Industry program must take a “Touring and Concert Promotion” class. In this class, students have the […]
Computer Science and Math Graduate Student Shares Advice
Today, we feature advice from Elija Amponsah from Trenton, NJ (Mercer County.) Elija is a transfer student from TCNJ, currently pursuing his master’s degree in computer science and mathematics at Rowan within the College of Science & Mathematics. Today he shares his story and some advice for students wanting to major or current students in […]
#PROFspective: Transfer Student Iridian Gonzalez
Today we speak with Iridian Gonzalez, a senior commuter from Somers Point, NJ (Atlantic County) who majors in journalism. Iridian will share her #PROFspective with us about transferring from community college and how she gets the most of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Iridian GonzalezMajor: JournalismMinor: Strategic CommunicationYear: SeniorTransfer Student?: Yes! I […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Christian Pineda
Today we speak with Christian Pineda, a junior English and education dual major. He transferred to Rowan University last fall semester after two semesters at Rowan College at Gloucester County. Name: Christian PinedaYear: SeniorMajor: English & EducationHometown: Franklinville, NJ (Gloucester County)Transfer student? YesWhere do you live? Off-campus “What gets me out of bed in the morning […]
From MBA to Big 4 Accounting Firm EY, Shivani Launches Career
Meet Shivani Shah, a recent Master of Business Administration (MBA) Rowan graduate from South Brunswick, NJ (Middlesex County) who will hold an Assurance Staff position at EY (Ernst & Young) this September. Shivani worked hard over the past four years at Rowan, earning her B.S. in Accounting and, immediately after, achieving her MBA. Learn how […]
Rowan: Not My First Choice, But My Best Choice
Graduating senior Alexander Belli, a double major in public relations and advertising – and recently granted with the highest honor for this year’s advertising students, the medallion – shares his story on how Rowan University was not his first choice, but ultimately was the best choice for him. Alexander commuted to Rowan from Voorhees, NJ […]
#PROFspective: Journalism Major Chad Wittmann
Today we speak with Chad Wittman, a rising senior journalism major from Alloway, NJ (Salem County), who rents a house off-campus in Glassboro. This is Chad’s story and his #PROFspective on his experience as a Rowan student. Name: Chad WittmanMajor: Journalism in the College of Communication and Creative ArtsMinors/concentrations: Media and Strategic CommunicationYear: SeniorHometown and County: Alloway, […]
#PROFspective: Advertising Major Justin Borelli
Today, we speak with Justin Borelli, a senior advertising major from Malaga, NJ (Gloucester County) who lives off campus. Borelli will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student majoring in advertising and what inspired him to choose that major.
Rashaun Brown Shares Project on Pop Up Night Garden [VIDEO]
In his Sensing Sustainable Cities class, Rowan University junior Rashaun Brown from North Brunswick, NJ (Middlesex County) examined the use of space for a project. The Community & Environmental Planning major (School of Earth & Environment) used a vacant lot to host an event for residents of the Glassboro area, while studying foot traffic through […]
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 during […]
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Faculty PROFile: Engineering’s Dr. Cheryl Bodnar
Meet Dr. Cheryl Bodnar, Assistant Professor Experiential Engineering Education (ExEEd) within the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering and Assistant Director of Faculty Programs Rowan Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (RCIE). What is your area of expertise? My research areas focus on game-based learning and engineering entrepreneurship. With both of these research areas, my focus […]
A Student’s Mission to Making the World Better
Joseph Salvo, a native of Italy, came to the United States six years ago without being able to fluently speak English. Now, living in Hammonton, NJ (Atlantic County), Joseph is a graduating college senior who leads a personal research project exploring the potential correlation between community health and cancer diagnosis. Learn more about what this […]
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 what […]
Exploratory Studies Leads to Perfect Match in Public Relations
Shaylin Heller, a rising senior public relations and advertising double major from Frenchtown, NJ (Hunterdon County), has so much passion for what she does, you would never guess she came into her freshman year overwhelmed with the thought of choosing a major. “In high school, what I thought I wanted to study changed every other […]
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 […]
From Exploratory Studies to Entrepreneurial Star
Jo Carter, a recently graduated senior from Lindenwold, NJ (Camden County), has always been full of ideas, but when she first transferred from Albright College, she wasn’t quite sure how to bring them to life. “I came to Rowan as an Exploratory Studies major, (within the College of Humanities & Social Sciences) unsure of what […]
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 […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Alanah Gorczynski
Meet transfer student Alanah Gorczynski, a rising senior communication studies major within the College of Communication & Creative Arts, from Stratford, NJ (Camden County). Alanah transferred to Rowan University from Penn State during her freshmen year. “I was looking for that home-feeling. A place where I can get to know the professors I’m learning from […]
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 […]
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: 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
Exploratory Studies Student Finds His Passion: Political Science
Rising junior political science major Jason Brooks, from Monroe Township, NJ (Middlesex County) shares his journey with us on how Rowan’s exploratory studies major helped to connect him with the right major for him: political science. The on-campus resident, who recently wrapped up his sophomore year, lived in one of our newest residence halls on […]
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, […]
Computer Science Major Kick-Starts her Career with Co-Op Experience
Monica Mahon, a rising senior from Mays Landing, NJ (Atlantic County), is one of the lucky kind of students who knew what she wanted to study before even coming to college. “I took a computer science class in high school and had a really great teacher that introduced me to it. It was something I […]
Aspiring Counselor Started As Exploratory Studies Major
Sophomore Autumn Vilches-Cruz, who commutes from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County), shares her insight with prospective students every day in her role as an Admissions Ambassador who gives tours of campus. Today she shares one snippet of insight, as a former exploratory studies major (commonly known as an undeclared or undecided major.) Coming in as an […]
Pete’s Home Away From Home: Flying First Program [VIDEO]
Pete Giancaspro, a graduating senior finance major from Brooklyn, New York, feels most at home within the Flying First program for first generation college students. Like what you see? Register for a tour or open house. VISIT CAMPUS Video by: Nicole Cier, junior writing arts majorMusic by: Louis Testa, sophomore music composition major
Faculty PROFile: Dr. Mahbubur Meenar
Meet Dr. Mahbubur Meenar, Assistant Professor of Planning in the Department of Geography, Planning, and Sustainability & the Director of Community Planning and Visualization Lab at Rowan University. Dr. Meenar has a multi-disciplinary background in architecture (B.Arch.), urban planning (MUP), and geography (PhD). What is your area of expertise? My academic training comes from multiple […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Melanie McGrath
Meet Melanie, a sophomore Inclusive Early Childhood Education major from Hazlet, New Jersey (Monmouth County). “I transferred from Brookdale Community College because I loved the education program here and the campus – far from home but also not too far travel-wise.” “I love kids so my passion is to teach special education kindergarteners. I have […]
#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 […]
Home Away From Home: Michael Onu [VIDEO]
Meet Michael Uno, a sophomore human performance in clinical settings student from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County). Video by: Alexander Belli, senior public relations and advertising majorMeech Tobar, junior radio/TV/film major Music by: Don Dewitt, junior music industry major Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS
Exploratory Studies Student: Allison Cespedes
Meet Allison Cespedes, who started off her Rowan experience as an exploratory studies major and discovered her interest in pre-med. “Hello! I’m Allison Cespedes, a first-generation college student who is a senior psychology major on a pre-med track with an honors concentration. I am from Bridgewater, NJ (Somerset County) and have lived on campus all […]
#PROFspective: Political Science Major Brianna Donahue
Today, we speak with Brianna Donahue, a senior Political Science major from Mullica Hill, NJ (Gloucester County) who lives off campus. Brianna will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she gets the most out of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Brianna […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Zac Chalow
“Everybody is super helpful here since I have transferred. They’re willing to help and they truly want you to be successful, so it’s easy to talk to them and get advice from others.” Zac Chalow, a junior business management major from Vineland, NJ (Cumberland County). Zac transferred from Rowan College at Gloucester County last semester. […]
#PROFspective: Translational Biomedical Science Major Zachary Padron
Today, we speak with Zachary Padron, a junior translational biomedical science major from Hamilton, NJ (Mercer County) who lives on campus as a resident assistant in Rowan’s townhouse complex. Zachary will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he gets the most out of his […]
Political Science Alumnus Highlights Internships as Path to Public Service Career
Bill Moen, class of 2009, has always had a desire to serve his community. As the son of a Vietnam veteran and the grandson of two World War II veterans, he originally came to Rowan to pursue a career as a state trooper. But the Runnemede, NJ native (Camden County) quickly realized his passion was […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jelani James
Meet Jelani James, a senior journalism major who lives on campus in 114 Victoria from Stratford, NJ (Camden County). Jelani transferred to Rowan last fall from Villanova University. What wakes you up in the morning? “The drive to graduate! I’m finally a senior and I’ve waited so long for this moment. I want my family […]
Enzo Ronchi Discusses Organ Donor Day
Are you an organ donor? According to data from OPTN (Organ Donor and Transplantation Network) there are more than 113,000 people waiting to receive an organ donation. Rowan students are educating the public about organ donation and how your choice to be an organ donor can help save a life. Ezno Ronchi, a junior public […]
#PROFspective: International Student Gatha Adhikari
Today, we speak with Gatha Adhikari, a sophomore biomedical engineering major from Begnas Tal, Pokhara (Nepal), who lives at Holly Pointe Commons as a Resident Assistant. Gatha will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be an international Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience […]
Inspiring Change Through Biology and Africana Studies
“My heart has been in medicine for as long as I can remember,” Jessenia Roldan, a senior biology major from Clifton, NJ (Passaic County) recalls. She has spent summers in research labs as part of the Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP), interning at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) in Camden as part of […]
Students Win First Place in Marketing Challenge
A semester-long commitment to a project showcasing public relations, advertising and marketing skills proved to be worth the hard work, as five College of Communication & Creative Arts students swept the first place prize at the Collegiate ECHO Marketing Challenge on March 4. The challenge, sponsored by a nonprofit called Marketing EDGE, provided students from […]
Krishna’s Home Away From Home: Rowan Fitness Center [VIDEO]
Take a look at where Krishna Mansukhani feels most at home while getting his “sweat on.” Rowan’s Fitness Center has all your work-out needs to stay fit and to get in-shape. Get ready to feel the burn! Krishna is a junior studying health promotion and wellness within the School of Health Professions, and he’s originally […]
#PROFspective: Mechanical Engineering Major Morgan Dean
Today, we speak with Morgan Dean, a senior mechanical engineering major who rents a house off campus with friends. Morgan will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Morgan DeanMajor: Mechanical […]
Music Industry Major Works With Dream Company
Receiving an internship with Live Nation was music to Devon Dyer’s ears. Devon, senior music industry major with a specialization in music business from Hightstown, NJ (Mercer County), interned with the world’s largest entertainment company this past year. From her on-campus apartment at 220 Rowan Boulevard, she made Live Nation’s website her homepage, applied to […]
Tatiyana’s Home Away From Home: Science Hall [VIDEO]
First-generation college student Tatiyana Stubbs, a sophomore Bioinformatics and Community Health double major who commutes from Millville, NJ (Cumberland County) feels most home at Science Hall studying or working on assignments in a lab. Video by: Edris Forde, junior radio, TV & film major and Vanessa Vause, senior public relations and theatre double major Music […]
#PROFspective: Radio/TV/Film Major Brandon Ward
Today, we speak with Brandon Ward, a junior radio, TV & film major from Oaklyn, NJ (Camden County), who lives on campus in Townhouses. Brandon will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Sam Brodhecker
Meet transfer student Sam Brodhecker, a junior psychology major from Roxbury, NJ (Morris County) who lives in 220 Rowan Boulevard. How has a faculty or staff member here helped to connect you with the next step for your career? “When I first came to Rowan, I thought that I would experience difficulty in my educational […]
Faculty PROFile: Joseph Higgins [VIDEO]
Meet Professor Joseph Higgins, a professor and musician who strives to inspire curiosity, creativity, and understanding through art. In 2015, Professor Higgins joined Rowan’s faculty with the College of Performing Arts. He conducts the student wind ensembles, teaches courses in conducting and trains students who hope to be future music teachers. “For the young musicians […]
Zachary’s Home Away From Home: Science Lab [VIDEO]
Want to learn what a translational biomedical sciences major does? Then take a look at where Zachary Padron, a junior from Hamilton, NJ (Mercer County), feels most at home on Rowan’s campus. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Video by: Alexander Belli, senior public relations and advertising majorMusic by: Don Dewitt, sophomore […]
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 […]
#PROFspective: Marketing and Management Major Michael Viola
Today, we speak with Michael Viola, a senior marketing and management double major who lives on campus in 220 Rowan Boulevard. Michael will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Michael Viola […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Robert Fanelli Jr.
Meet Robert Fanelli Jr., a senior double major in radio/TV/film and sound communication, from Hillsborough,NJ (Somerset County) who lives on campus at 220 Rowan Boulevard Apartments. Robert transferred here from Raritan Valley Community College after his freshman year. “I know most people go to community college for two years but I really was excited about […]
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 […]
Where Are They Now? Alumni John Rondi & Stunited App
“Since graduation, I had to make a tough decision of either getting a ‘real, career job’ or committing to Stunited. I had an offer from Merrill Lynch, but turned it down. Honestly, this was a pivotal moment in my life. I knew that if I didn’t accept this offer, I had to devote everything I […]
#PROFspective: Biological Sciences Major Kayla Vogel
Name: Kayla Vogel Major: Biological Sciences within the College of Science and Math.Year: Junior Transfer: Yes, Rowan College at Gloucester County (RCGC) Hometown and County: Mantua, NJ (Gloucester County) Resident: Yes, 220 Rowan Blvd Social clubs: Generation Action and Outdoor Club What inspired you to choose your major? I have always been interested in the […]
Sean’s Home Away From Home: Kappa Delta Pi
Sean Lowry, a senior elementary education major with a dual major in geography from Caldwell, NJ (Essex County), feels most at home within the education honor society at Rowan, Kappa Delta Pi. A transfer student from the County College of Morris, this year Sean is president of Kappa Delta Pi and lives on campus in […]
First Generation College Student, Aspiring Doctor, Plans to Serve Camden
Luis Acevedo, sophomore dual biology and chemistry major from Camden, NJ, originally entered Rowan as an education major. Luis wanted to teach the people in his community about mobilization – something that is a challenge for many from the city. After a semester into his education career, Luis kept his promise to educate his community, […]
Miguel’s Home Away From Home: The Whit Newsroom [VIDEO]
Miguel Martinez, a junior journalism major from Pennsauken, NJ (Camden County), shares his feeling of home here at Rowan, in the newsroom of The Whit, where he works as the multimedia editor. Miguel commutes from our Camden campus and is an English language learner. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Video by: […]
#PROFspective: Psychology Major Raysa Ortiz Minaya
Today, we speak with Raysa Ortiz Minaya, a junior psychology major who is a Camden campus student. Raysa will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name Raysa Ortiz Minaya Year: Junior Major: Psychology Minors: Sociology and […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Katherine Villacis
Meet transfer student Katherine Villacis, a junior civil engineering major from Beverly, NJ (Burlington County) who is a resident assistant here on campus. Katherine recently served as a student panelist on Rowan’s first-generation college student symposium, hosted by Flying First. Could you share a moment you’ve experienced in which you have felt that Rowan is […]
First Year Voices: Salma Elwy
“I’m very lucky to be studying acting at Rowan because the sense of community here is so strong. In just one semester, I’ve made friends who I already feel so comfortable around and professors who are so willing to help me grow in my field. The small class sizes make it easy to learn and […]
From Rowan RTF to CBS
Brandon Ward, Radio/TV/Film major, landed the internship of a lifetime with a company he admires dearly. From traveling around the city of Philadelphia and seeking #trends online to watching breaking news happen live, Brandon got a dose of the action-packed new station career. Last summer, Brandon, from Oaklyn, NJ (Camden County) conducted a news internship […]
Kerry’s Home Away From Home: Blackbox Theater [VIDEO]
Meet Kerry Jules, senior theatre major and advertising minor from Union, NJ (Union County), directing an original musical conceived by Matthew Vesely, senior theatre and writing arts major from Williamstown, NJ (Gloucester County). Lights went up for the world premier of “Trigger Warning: A Melancholy Musical” on March 7 & 8 at 7:30 pm, and […]
#PROFspective: Civil Engineering Major Joseph Cerasi
Today, we speak with Joseph Cerasi, a junior civil engineering major who rents a house off campus. Joseph will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Joseph Cerasi Major: Civil Engineering Year: Junior […]
Faculty PROFile: Associate Education Professor & Counselor Dr. Kara Ieva
Meet Kara Ieva, PhD, NCC, NCSC, associate professor in Counseling in Educational Settings, within the Department of Educational Services and Leadership within the College of Education. Dr. Ieva also serves as the Director of Academic and Student Services for STEAM Academy. What is your area of expertise? I would say my passions are channeled through […]
Gatha’s Home Away From Home: Holly Pointe, Engineering Learning Community [VIDEO]
Gatha Adhikari feels most at home in the engineering learning community in Holly Pointe, where she is a resident assistant (RA) who tutors fellow students. The sophomore biomedical engineering major is an international student from Nepal. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Video by: Vanessa Vause, senior public relations, advertising and theatre […]
Music Industry Student Gains Hands-On Experience Through Live Performances
Claire Jesseman, a senior Music Industry and Spanish double major from Ewing, NJ (Mercer County) may have discovered her favorite sound: the “ding” of a new email notification! Through opportunities sent out to Music Industry students by her professors and program coordinators, her Rowan education is actively filled with traveling, networking, and experiencing her field […]
#PROFspective: Biomedical Art & Visualization Major Veronica Cava
Today, we speak with Veronica Cava, a freshman Biomedical Art and Visualization major who lives on campus in Mimosa Hall. Veronica will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Veronica CavaMajor: Biomedical […]
Rowan Rec Offers Career Opportunities
Laura Bartoli, junior marketing major from Vernon, NJ, works more efficiently with a busier schedule. Laura started working at Rowan’s Rec Center her freshman year in the main office and as job positions opened, so did Laura’s career opportunities. She started personal training and eventually, marketing for the Rec Center. Her job’s at the Rec […]
Marcus’s Home Away From Home: Education Praxis Lab [VIDEO]
Marcus King feels most at home around his friends and classmates in the Rowan Praxis Lab in James Hall. Get a sneak peak into the area that’s important to this junior health and physical education major from Willingboro, NJ (Burlington County.) Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Video by: Vanessa Vause, senior […]
PR Student Follows Passion with Two Start-Ups on Campus
As a PR and Advertising double major with minors in Mandarin and Strategic Communications, junior Brittany Eng of West Orange, NJ (Essex County) always knew that writing would play a huge role in her future endeavors. She enjoyed creative writing throughout high school and into college, and writing has always been her strongest skill. How […]
#PROFspective: Psychology Major Nicole Grant
Today, we speak with Nicole Grant, a junior psychology major from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County) who lives on campus in 230 Victoria Street. Nicole will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she gets the most out of her college experience as a Rowan […]
Capturing the Moment in Photojournalism Class
Your photography skills before the class vs. after? I had very little photography knowledge at the beginning of the course but was eager to learn more. I wanted to be criticized and really come out of the class with a new found perspective on how to approach photography. I quickly learned photography has a lot […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jessica Samson
Meet Jessica Samson, a junior radio/TV/film major from Beachwood, New Jersey (Ocean County) who is a first generation college student. Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I chose Rowan for a few different reasons. I already knew that Rowan had a good film program, and during my time at Ocean County College, I was […]
#PROFspective: Music Industry major Luis Vera
Today, we speak with Luis Vera, a junior Music Industry major from Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County) who commutes. Luis will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Luis Vera Major: Music Industry Minor […]
#PROFspective: Advertising Major & Aspiring Nurse Practitioner John Brittin
Today, we speak with John Brittin, a junior advertising major from Upper Township, NJ (Cape May County). John will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student, how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof, and what helped him to choose Rowan University. […]
Joshua’s Home Away From Home: Wilson Practice Rooms [VIDEO]
An environmental studies freshman from Nutley, NJ (Essex County), Joshua Masucci has continued with his love for playing music and has found a welcoming home away from home within the College of Performing Arts’ Wilson Hall’s practice rooms. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Produced by: Alexander Belli, senior public relations and advertising […]
#PROFspective: Ph.D. in Education Candidate Sanaz Shahi
Today, we speak with Sanaz Shahi, a Ph.D. candidate in Education from Iran-Tehran, who lives off campus. Sanaz will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University international student and how she got the most out of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Year: Ph.D Candidate. (expected year of graduation: […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Marah Jadalla
Meet Marah Jadalla, a senior business major from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County). Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “Since I was at RCBC (Rowan College at Burlington County), after graduating there I compared different schools who had the best business program and which school be better for how many classes I needed […]
Rebecca Schnier Discusses Student Teaching
Meet Rebecca Schnier, a senior Education and Liberal Studies dual major from North Brunswick, NJ (Middlesex County). She has a Teachers of Students with Disabilities endorsement and student teaches at John H. Winslow Elementary School in Vineland, NJ. Today we chat with her about the opportunities she has had to engage in her majors at Rowan University, […]
#PROFspective: Electrical & Computer Engineering Major DJ Stahlberger
Today, we speak with DJ Stahlberger, a junior electrical and computer engineer major from Pittsgrove, NJ (Salem County) who commutes. DJ will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: DJ StahlbergerMajor: Electrical and […]
#PROFspective: Clinical Mental Health Counseling Graduate Student Dave Berg
Today, we speak with Dave Berg, clinical mental health counseling graduate student from Wenonah, NJ (Gloucester County). Dave will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University graduate student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Dave Berg Major: Clinical Mental Health […]
How One Student Uses Skills Learned at Rowan to Fight Crime
Do you think you have what it takes to work at a prosecutor’s office? Well check out senior computing and informatics major Diane Nealon’s perspective on interning at the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office (OCPO), where she assists the High Technology Crime Unit in providing law enforcement agencies in the county with tools to assist with investigating […]
#PROFspective: Art and Secondary Education Dual Major Molly Moore
Today, we speak with Molly Moore, a junior art and secondary education major from Robbinsville, NJ (Mercer County), who rents a house off campus. Molly will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as a Rowan […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Clauderson Desinor
Meet Clauderson Desinor, a senior advertising and public relations dual major from Trenton, NJ (Mercer County), who is a first generation college student. Why did you come to Rowan? “Personally, I had a couple friends here. They really enjoyed it. When I came to visit, I got a good feel for the campus. I really […]
Liz Shares Her Advice for Out-of-State Students
Liz Kratz, a sophomore public relations major from Harleysville, PA, shares her insight and advice on how to adjust to college as an out-of-state student. It can be daunting to go to a new university where you do not know many people except those you went to high school with. It can be very hard […]
Don’s Home Away From Home: Studio 1 [VIDEO]
Watch Don DeWitt, junior music industry major and commuter from Monroeville, NJ (Gloucester County) in his home-away-from-home at Rowan, Studio 1 in Wilson Hall. Like what you see? Register for a tour or open house. VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time […]
#PROFspective: Biological Sciences Major Max von Suskil
Today, we speak with Max von Suskil, a junior biological sciences major from Wall Township, NJ (Monmouth County), who lives in a house off campus. Max will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a […]
Engineer Furthers Her College Experience
Like a proton, Kelly Yorke has a positive charge, driving her to go above and beyond in her field. The New York state resident, a chemical engineering major, became president of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) at Rowan as a sophomore, a remarkable feat, and continued on through her junior year. Heavily involved with […]
#PROFspective: English & Writing Arts Major Rachel Barton
Today, we speak with Rachel Barton, a senior English and Writing Arts double major from Camden County who lives off campus in a house with friends. Rachel will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s getting the most out of her college experience as […]
Skylar Lands Dream Internship with the Disney College Program
Skylar Calvello, a sophomore advertising and public relations double major from Washington Township (Gloucester County), NJ, excitedly accepts the Disney College Program experience in Florida this spring semester! My hand was trembling as I stared at my phone waiting for the phone call. I don’t think that I had ever been so nervous in my […]
Faculty PROFile: Analytical Chemist Dr. James Grinias
Meet James Grinias, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, who earned his Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a B.S. in Chemistry from Eastern Michigan University. What is your area of expertise? I am an analytical chemist with a focus on chemical separations […]
#PROFspective: Environmental Studies Major Joshua Masucci
Today, we speak with Joshua Masucci, a freshman aspiring geographic information science major who lives on campus in Evergreen Hall. Joshua will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Joshua MasucciMajor: Currently […]
#PROFspective: Classical Performance Major Luke Altman
Today, we speak with Luke Altman, a sophomore classical performance major from Westfield, N.J. (Union County) who lives on campus in 230 Victoria Street. Luke will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he gets the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. […]
#PROFspective: Supply Chain Management and Logistics Major Rachel Breuninger
Today, we speak with Rachel Breuninger, a senior supply chain management and logistics major who lives off campus in a rented house. Rachel will share her #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she got the most out of her college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: Rachel Breuninger Major: Supply […]
Amber’s Study Abroad in Spain
Africana Studies senior and transfer student Amber Brown-Kelly of Newark, NJ (Essex County) shares her experience: This study abroad experience in Valencia, Spain was round two for me. My first round took place in the United Kingdom for six months full of studying and traveling with friends and classmates who mostly spoke English. Two months full […]
#PROFspective: History Education Major Amiel Holliday
Today, we speak with Amiel Holliday, a senior history education major from Burlington, NJ (Burlington County) who lives on campus in Edgewood Park Apartments. Amiel will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he’s getting the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. Name: […]


