By the beginning of second semester of my freshman year, I was coming to the reality that I needed a job for the next school year. As any college student will tell you, college life is expensive. My bank accounts were draining quickly; so, I started looking on ProfLink for on-campus jobs that were hiring for […]
Month: December 2018
#PROFspective: Strategic Communications & Public Relations Master’s Student MST Aysha Siddika

Today, we speak with Aysha Siddika, a graduate student in strategic communications and public relations from Bangladesh who lives off campus. Aysha 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: MST Aysha Siddika […]
Prof Style: Taylor Avery

“I like my outfits to be cute and comfortable!” Taylor Avery, senior biology major from Sicklerville, NJ (Camden County). Like what you see, come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus tour … we may just email […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Joseph Murphy

Meet Joseph Murphy, a junior music industry major who commutes from Woolwich, NJ (Gloucester County). Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I chose Rowan because they offered a program tailored to my interests [music industry] and it was the most affordable option for me.” What is one piece of advice you have for […]
Emily’s Home Away From Home: Costume Shop [VIDEO]

Get a glimpse into the home away from home at Rowan University for Emily Stansbury of Marlton, NJ (Burlington County) … the Department of Theatre and Dance Costume Shop! Like what you see, come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time […]
First Year Voices: Carli Poeta

“I like the whole environment at Rowan – I’ve met so many nice people and it’s easy to get involved on campus.” Carli Poeta, public relations major, Pennsville, NJ (Salem County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the […]
Three Tips on Dealing with Social Anxiety and Meeting Friends in College

Here’s a secret that no one bothered telling me: it is not easy to meet people in college if you aren’t a social butterfly. Dealing with social anxiety is both increasingly common and increasingly difficult as college progresses. I’m almost done with my first semester of sophomore year and I still don’t talk to very […]
What Profs are Listening To: Dan Ryan

“I’ve been a huge Taylor Swift fan since I was in eighth grade. I skipped my high school prom to see her! I’ve even met her twice.” Dan Ryan, a junior transfer marketing major who commutes from Williamstown, N.J. (Gloucester County) and is a first generation college student. Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT […]
First Year Voices: Kallie Hanley

“I love the people I’ve met and feel confident I chose the right major (even if its been challenging). Living in Holly Pointe conveniently allows me to see my friends and quickly go to the caf.” Kallie Hanley, finance major, Edgewater, NJ (Bergen County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Enzo Ronchi

Meet Enzo Ronchi, a junior Public Relations major from Atlantic City, NJ who is a first generation college student. Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I chose Rowan because I think its one of the best public universities in New Jersey. The academics are great, its a good distance from home, I love […]
(Weekly) Daily Dish – Breakfast Meal Preps

Mornings can be stressful when you wake up 30 minutes before your class, but that doesn’t mean you should skip breakfast! Here are my two holy grail breakfast prep meals, which, more importantly, you can take on the go. Yogurt Parfait Ingredients: 1 cup of yogurt 1 cup of strawberries 1 cup of granola Honey […]
Rowan After Hours Prompts Professional Advancement

Elizabeth Leick of Mountainside, Union County (NJ), shares her experience: As a senior public relations and writing arts dual major working for Rowan After Hours (RAH), which provides late night weekend socializing opportunities for students, I had the privilege of working on the 2018 National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference in Buffalo, […]
What Profs are Listening To: Kayla Vogel
Meet Kayla Vogel, a sophomore biology major from Mantua, N.J. (Gloucester County). She’s currently listening to “War Pigs” by Black Sabbath. Like what you see, come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Photo by: Nicole Cier, junior writing arts major
#PROFspective: Environmental Studies Major Meghin Rollins

Today, we speak with Meghin Rollins, a senior environmental studies major from Carney’s Point, NJ (Salem County) who commutes. Meghin 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: Meghin Rollins Major: Environmental Studies […]
Prof on the Run Ep 2

Get a flash tour with one of Rowan’s cutest and most recognizable tour guides! Like what you see? Register for a tour or open house. VISIT CAMPUS Video created by: Alexander Belli, senior public relations and advertising major Music created by: Don Dewitt, sophomore music industry
#PROFspective: Public Relations Major Jasmine Taylor

Today, we speak with Jasmine Taylor, a junior public relations major from Sicklerville, NJ,(Camden County) who commutes from home. Jasmine 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: Jasmine Taylor Major: […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jean Han

Meet Jean Han, a junior chemical engineering major from Fort Lee, NJ (Bergen County.) Why did you choose to come to Rowan? I chose Rowan because I read about how its undergraduate engineering program is highly ranked. What is one piece of advice you have for future transfer students? I definitely encourage future transfers to […]
How Two Rowan Students Created a Brand Backed by Whole Foods

If you’re reading this, pay attention in class and take careful notes! Many students may not realize the value of every major course they take at Rowan, and how they can apply what they learn to real-life projects beyond graduation. Blackwood, NJ (Camden County) natives Mike Lombardo, a graduate student earning an MBA, and Kayvon Jahanbakhsh, […]
Prof Style: Shay Reynolds

“My style is comfy, flexible grunge.” Shay Reynolds, a freshman psychology major from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus tour … we may just email […]
20 Minute Radius: Ice Skating in Philly

Thanks to Rowan After Hours (RAH) providing students with a free shuttle bus to and from Philly (almost) every Friday, I spent my night attempting to learn to ice skate. At the Rothman Institute Ice Rink, located at Dilworth Park in Philly, it only costs $10 to rent skates and $5 for admission into the rink. […]
(Weekly) Daily Dish – Dollar Store Desserts for the Holidays

My sweet tooth hits hard during the holiday season, but thanks to the dollar store near campus, my cravings are satisfied with $3 or less! Brownie Sundae: Ingredients: Brownie mix (check to see what additional ingredients the mix calls for) Ice cream Chocolate chips Directions: Follow brownie mix directions. Add chocolate chips into mix. […]
#PROFspective: Marketing Major Eric Banovic

Today, we speak with Eric Banovic, a junior marketing major from Montvale, NJ (Bergen County) who lives on campus at 220 Rowan Boulevard. Eric 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. […]
First Year Voices: Joshua Masucci

“Rowan has been very accepting, the people here are very open. It’s like a big campus, but feels small and everything is close together,” Joshua Masucci, environmental studies major, Nutley, NJ (Essex County). Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu […]
How to: Decorate for the Holidays on a College Budget

The holidays should be full of decorations, unhealthy food, family/friends and A Jolly Christmas from Frank Sinatra playing in the background. For me, decorating for the holidays is more enjoyable than actually celebrating them … but holiday decorations aren’t college-budget-friendly. However, when in doubt, go to the dollar store! I upgraded my dorm this holiday […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Pascale Molina

Meet Pascale Molina, a senior theatre major from Santiago, Dominican Republic whose home is now in Bradenton, Florida. Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I choose Rowan because not only does the theatre program expose all of its students to many schools of acting and performance, but it provides out-of-state students with great […]
Faculty PROFile: Costume Shop’s Jamie Grace-Duff

Meet Jamie Grace-Duff, costume lecturer and costume shop supervisor within the Department of Theatre and Dance, who earned her MFA in Costume Design/Technology from Temple University in 2012 and a BS in Fashion Design from Drexel University in 2002. What is your area of expertise? My focus is on pattern making, tailoring, and construction of […]
Nate’s Home Away From Home: Rowan TV Studio [VIDEO]

Get a sneak peek into the Rowan TV Studio where Nate Aquino of Turnersville, NJ (Gloucester County) feels most at home! Like what you see? Come visit us! VISIT CAMPUS Enter for a chance to win a Rowan t-shirt! Email RowanBlog [at] rowan.edu with the date and time of your upcoming campus tour … we […]
#PROFspective: Mathematics and Education Major Lawrance Stephenson

Today, we speak with Lawrance Stephenson-Mosley, a freshmen Mathematics and Education major from Bridgeton, NJ, who lives on campus in Holly Pointe Commons. Lawrance will share his #PROFspective with us on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how he got the most out of his college experience as a Rowan Prof. […]