Get into the Halloween spirit with these book picks by Rowan Blog contributor and senior Public Relations and Advertising double major Camryn Hadley. Spending more time inside this year, I recently picked up reading more than I have been before the shutdown. Bringing together my new love of reading and my current love of spooky […]
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Rowan’s Business Certificate, MBA Programs an Ideal Pairing for Marc Castrillon, Future HR Pro
Today we feature Marc Castrillon, a Rowan Global student pursuing his master’s degree in business administration (MBA). Here, Marc talks about his Rowan experience and how completing the Business Certificate of Graduate Study launched him into the MBA program and, soon, a dream career. Marc Castrillon didn’t envision himself in a Rowan MBA cohort when he […]
20 Minute Radius: Lucy’s Creamery
Craving more ice cream? After sourcing 10 local ice cream places for Rowan Blog, contributor Camryn Hadley, a senior double major in Public Relations and Advertising, has discovered a new spot right in Glassboro. It’s no secret that I have a large sweet tooth. When I heard a new ice cream shop opened behind my […]
Rowan Alum, Aspiring Professor Continues Education in Criminal Justice Graduate Studies
A prospective career change brought Marlo Rossi back to Rowan and on a brand-new professional path in the university’s Criminal Justice master’s degree program. Marlo, from Gloucester County, NJ, transferred to Rowan and earned her bachelor’s degree in Political Science in 2019. She graduated with her sights set on law school. Through substitute teaching in […]
Passing the Torch: Master’s Graduate, Teacher Offers Advice
Meghan Pfizenmayer, who recently earned her master’s degree in Special Education, advises future graduate students to learn “time management, between working and school online, not waiting until the night before to get things done. “I would do a lot of school work after my own school day was over. I might be there until 8 […]
Passing the Torch: Second-generation Rowan Grad Offers Advice
“Take advantage of everything that’s available to you here,” says Don Stahlberger, a recent Electrical and Computer Engineering graduate from Pittgrove, NJ (Salem County). His mom, Lisa, graduated from the College of Education when Rowan was then Glassboro State College. “We have access to a lot of equipment and resources that a lot of people […]
Passing the Torch: Biological Sciences Grad Reflects, Offers Wise Words of Advice
“Forge your own path. What does my mother always say? Be unapologetically authentic,” says Kira Malik, from Manalapan, NJ (Monmouth County), who recently graduated with a Biological Sciences degree and will soon continue her education in nursing. Kira, who says she did not have a “traditional college route,” has loved healthcare since she was 3 […]
Passing the Torch: Psychology Major, Academic Coach Shares Her Parting Tips for Success
“Take advantage of every opportunity in the Psychology department. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when needed, too,” says Chelsey Fitton from Woodstown, NJ (Salem County), who recently earned her Psychology degree. “I found the faculty and staff to be super helpful within the (Psychology) department. And it’s a family. The professors don’t really […]
Passing the Torch: Psychology Major, Prospective Grad Student Shares Tips For Success
“Get involved in clubs and really make it worthwhile being a Prof,” says Sarah Transue, a recent graduate with a degree in Psychology and minor in neuroscience who commuted to campus from Mickleton, NJ (Gloucester County). Her advice for fellow commuters? “Get here super early before classes.” Sarah, who transferred to Rowan, counts Perception as […]
20 Minute Radius: Pitman’s Maggie Paige Boutique
Looking for some cute clothes to update your wardrobe or to wear for a fun time out with friends (while practicing social distancing)? Maggie Paige Boutique is the perfect place to go. This clothing and accessories store is located right in Pitman, and it’s only an 8-minute drive from campus. We talked to the owner, Emily, […]
Senior Psychology Major Says Young Son Was “Motivation” For Her Degree
Today we feature Ashley D. Steever, a Psychology major from Atco, NJ (Camden County). A first-generation college student, she transferred to Rowan from Camden County College. Ashley shares her favorite Rowan moments and thanks those who encouraged her as she worked full-time and raised a family while studying at Rowan. Tell us about your favorite […]
Senior Reflects: Future Middle School Teacher Jessica Lynn Heady
Meet Jessica Lynn Heady, a first-generation college student and graduating senior who commuted from her home in Mantua, NJ (Gloucester County). Jessica, who majors in Subject Matter English Education and minors in Psychology, transferred from Rowan College at Gloucester County (now RCSJ). Here, Jessica shares her favorite moments from Rowan and thanks those who helped […]
Senior Reflects: #RowanPROUD Political Science Major Kazi Hafiza
Today we feature Kazi Hafiza, a graduating senior from Gloucester Township (Camden County). Kazi, who majored in Political Science and minored in Sociology, shares her favorite Rowan memories, including becoming an organization’s founding member and future leader. Tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your […]
Senior Mechanical Engineering Major Launches Career, Looks Back on Rowan Experience
Meet Jason Fisch, a graduating senior majoring in Mechanical Engineering from Camden County, NJ who lives on campus on Rowan Boulevard. Jason shares a few highlights from his Rowan career and has several people to thank along the way. Tell us about a favorite experience in one of your classes. My favorite memory in one of my […]
Senior Reflects: Sports Communication Major Austin Michael Jones Graduates with Pro Team Aspirations
Today we feature Austin Michael Jones, a Sports Communication and Media major from Franklinville, NJ (Gloucester County). This first-generation senior, who transferred from Rowan College of New Jersey, lives off campus. Austin shares his future plans and favorite Rowan moments, including meeting a basketball Hall of Famer. Tell us about your favorite moment with a […]
Physical Well-being: Move Your Body in a Way That is New For You
Welcome to our series to give you a glimpse into Rowan University, our campus culture, and the lives of our students, while we’re practicing social distancing to protect society from the spread of COVID-19. Today’s story is from Robyn Wright, a senior isolating from her house in Mercer County, NJ. Robyn is a Health Promotion […]
Meet #Rowan2024: Rowan “Feels Like Home” for Music Therapy Major Maia Morales
Today we feature Maia Morales, an incoming freshman from Millville, NJ (Cumberland County). Maia will major in Music Therapy and plans to commute to campus. How or why did you choose your major? I chose my major in music therapy because not only do I love music, but I love helping others. To have the opportunity to […]
Pandemic Profs: Helping out at the Family’s Coffee Business
Welcome to Rowan at Home, our new series to give you a glimpse into Rowan University, our campus culture, and the lives of our students, while practicing social distancing to protect society from the spread of coronavirus. Today’s story is from Sarah, a junior isolating from her home in Pennsylvania. Hi! My name is […]
Pandemic Profs: New Routines and Calming Views
Welcome to our series to give you a glimpse into Rowan University, our campus culture, and the lives of our students, while we’re practicing social distancing to protect society from the spread of COVID-19. Today’s story is from Lauren Repmann, a sophomore relocated to her house in Middlesex County, NJ, for the rest of the […]
Beyond The Classroom: What It’s Like Being A Mummer
Meet TJ Ferry, a senior Computing and Informatics major and Rowan University Social Media team member from Gloucester County. Here, TJ shares how being part of the iconic Mummers tradition has changed his life for the better. Most people ring in the New Year at midnight with a few choruses of “Auld Lang Syne” and […]
How One Rowan Professor’s Digital Office Hours Help the Online Learning Community
Dr. Anna Sun, assistant professor of Educational Services and Leadership, saw the problem in both her teaching and research: how can faculty meet with students outside of class when the course is online? Her solution — offering e-office hours for her classes — earned her accolades this fall at Rowan Global Learning & Partnerships’ inaugural […]
Full-Circle Moment: Communications Alumna Finds New Role at Rowan as Parent Advocate
Two generations of #RowanPROUD alumni live in the Wilner household. Lisa, from West Deptford (Gloucester County), earned her degree from Glassboro State College (now Rowan University) in Communications — with a minor in Advertising and concentration in Marketing — in 1986. Her son, Ben, graduated with a Music degree in 2018 and is currently pursuing […]
Higher Education Master’s Program Sounds Like Sweet Success For Rowan Music Alum Ben Wilner
Future college students will be fortunate to have Ben Wilner as their academic advisor. The Gloucester County native and aspiring academic counselor, who will complete his master’s degree in the College of Education’s Higher Education track this spring, didn’t initially set his sights on the program until his own interaction with an advisor. “He’s been […]
Ed.D. Graduate, Community College President on His Game-Changing Rowan Experience
As public relations and marketing spokesperson for New York Transit, communicating news for the bus division that transported seven million passengers a day, Stephen Nacco saw his long-term career prospects heading on a different path — toward higher education. Nacco traded media for academia, where he rose to top administrative positions at two New Jersey-based […]
Psychology Major “Breaks Labels” with Academic Success Center
Spend just five minutes with Matt Corsi, and it’s impossible not to smile — this Psychology major’s positivity and enthusiasm are infectious. The transfer student from Deptford, NJ (Gloucester County) arrived on campus one week early this semester as part of College Compass, a program that provides students with disabilities with a transition into college […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: PR Major Jenna Fischer
Today, we hear from Jenna Fischer, a junior Public Relations major who recently transferred to Rowan from Middlesex County College. Read Jenna’s account of her first few months on campus. If someone told my quiet self in high school three years ago I would be striving as a public relations major and living on campus […]
“First Class” Graduate Howard Beder
Meet Howard Beder, a 1988 Rowan alumnus from the College of Communication and Creative Arts and past president (1986) of the Alpha Phi Delta fraternity. Today, he shares how his experience as a Communication major helped him achieve his goals. Howard chose Rowan University (then Glassboro State College) because it was merely two hours away […]
Success For All: Support Systems at Rowan and Where to Find Them
If your student has a documented disability, sending them to college without an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) may feel downright scary. Lisa Wilner, parent of a College of Education graduate student in the Higher Education program, wants to flip the script. “[Parents] need to understand that universities are not abandoning the IEP resources that your […]
First Year Voices: Computer Science Major Monica Torres
Meet Monica Torres, a Jersey City (Hudson County) native and Computer Science major who attended the Pre-College Institute (PCI) this summer. What are one or two takeaways you got from the PCI program? “I think I’ve learned a lot more about time management. I’m usually a morning person. I’ve learned to juggle my free time […]
First Year Voices: Civil & Environmental Engineering Major Christian Smith
“I’m looking forward to meeting new people, seeing the experiences that college will take me and finding a path that will lead to my future.” — Christian Smith, a Civil & Environmental Engineering major from Lawrenceville, NJ (Mercer County) Like what you see? Come visit us!VISIT CAMPUS Story and photography by:Justin Borelli, senior advertising major
First Year Voices: Computer Science Major Nikolas Vasiliadis
“I’m looking forward to finding new clubs and interests, meeting new people who share those interests and getting to know them.” — Nikolas Vasiliadis, a Computer Science major from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County). Like what you see? Come visit us!VISIT CAMPUS Story and photography by: Justin Borelli, senior advertising major
How My Theatre Degree Opened Up Many Doors
Confidence, personality and dedication. These are three of the biggest things my theatre degree drilled within me. They’re often three words employers add in job descriptions, too. Companies want to work with people who are dedicated with a strong work ethic, confident in themselves and when carrying out tactics. Most importantly, people want to work […]
