Today we feature Andrea Owens, a junior Biological Sciences major with a Chemistry minor and concentration in pre-medicine. Andrea is a transfer and a first-generation college student. She commuted from home before COVID-19 shut down campus. Andrea will share with us her #PROFspective on what it’s like to be a Rowan University student and how she’s […]
Future Transfer
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Early Childhood Education Major Jordyn Briner
Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Jordyn Briner, a transfer from Rowan College at Burlington County. Jordyn is a junior early childhood education major who commutes to campus from her home in Burlington Township, NJ (Burlington County). One moment that made you feel inspired or confident that you’re in the right field for you? In high school, […]
Senior Reflects: From Military to Music Industry, Travis Keiser Thanks Faculty, Family, Friends
Today we feature Travis Keiser, a Music Industry: Technology major from Washington, NJ (Warren County). He transferred and was commuting to Rowan before COVID-19 shut down campus. Could you please tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? One of my favorite moments was when my […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Human Resources Management Major Vanessa Finnan
Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Vanessa Finnan, a junior Human Resources Management major and transfer from Rowan College at Burlington County. Vanessa is from Cinnaminson, NJ (Burlington County), and lived on-campus in Townhouses prior to campus closure due to COVID-19. Could you share with us one moment that made you feel inspired or confident that you’re […]
Junior Major Moments: Law and Justice Major, Student-Athlete Johnathan Nguyen
Today we feature Johnathan Nguyen, a Law & Justice major from Galloway, NJ (Atlantic County) and a member of Rowan’s Track and Field team. He is a first-generation college student who transferred to Rowan and commuted until COVID-19 shut down campus. What is one of your favorite moments with a faculty/staff member or a favorite […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: College of Business Double Major Christina Wilgus
Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Christina Wilgus, a junior transfer from Rowan College at Gloucester County. Christina is a Management and Human Resources Management major who commutes to Rowan from Woolwich Township, NJ (Gloucester County). How would you tell a fellow student interested in your major that they’re choosing a worthwhile field? I would tell a fellow […]
#PROFspective: Computing & Informatics Major Robert Brown
Today’s #PROFspective features Robert Brown, a junior computing and informatics major from Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County), who lived in the Triad apartments until COVID-19 shut down the campus. He’s looking forward to being a resident assistant in Magnolia Hall when returning in the fall. Why did you choose a university close to home? I actually […]
Junior Major Moments: Professional Development Opportunities on Campus
Today we feature Chase Campbell, an advertising major with minors in communication studies and strategic communication. Chase is a transfer student from Mount Laurel, NJ (Burlington County). Before COVID-19 shut down campus he lived in Magnolia Hall, where he was also a resident assistant. What is your favorite moment with a faculty member or a […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Globe Trotter Molly Worek
Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Molly Worek, a transfer from Bloomsburg University and Rowan College of Gloucester County (RCGC). Molly is a CADP English accelerated to master’s in teaching major. She holds a CUGS (certificate of undergraduate studies) in Japanese, a minor in international studies and is also pursuing Teaching English as a Foreign/Second Language certificate […]
Junior Communication Studies Major: How I’m Gaining Lifelong Skills at Rowan
Today we feature junior Communication Studies major and Journalism minor Christian A. Browne, who commutes to Rowan from Sicklerville, NJ (Camden County) and is originally from Philadelphia. Christian transferred to Rowan from Camden County College. Going to Rowan has been one of the best experiences of my life. Through the university newspaper The Whit, Rowan […]
Senior Reflects: Psychology Major Nicole Byrne Shares Her Favorite Rowan Moments
Today we feature senior Nicole Byrne, a psychology major and neuroscience minor from Brick, New Jersey (Ocean County) who used to walk to campus everyday from her home she called “Lil Bed.” She originally transferred from Stockton University. Please tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of […]
Senior Reflects: Health and Exercise Science Major Ciani Eugene on Her Way to “Dream Career”
Today we feature Ciani Eugene, a Health and Exercise Science major and Psychology minor from Mount Holly, New Jersey (Burlington County) who transferred from the University of Maryland. After the transfer, she commuted to Rowan University. Please tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your […]
Senior Reflects: History Major Catherine Dunn
Today we feature senior Catherine Dunn, a History major from Audubon, NJ (Camden County). Catherine transferred to Rowan from RCGC. Please tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? My favorite moment with a faculty member was over the summer in my Historical Methods course with […]
Senior Reflects: Early Childhood Education Major Already Making a Difference
Meet Candice Gavin, a first-generation college student, transfer student, commuter and Early Childhood Education and Literacy Studies major from Mount Ephraim, NJ (Camden County). She reflects on her time at Rowan and tells us some of her favorite experiences and where she’s headed to next! Tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite […]
Senior Reflects: Transfer Political Science Major Finds Her Fit
Meet Morgan Golightly, a first-generation college student, transfer student and commuter from Belmar, NJ (Monmouth County) who just finished her time at Rowan with a Political Science degree. She reflects on her time at Rowan and tells us some of her favorite experiences and where she’s headed to next! Do you have any favorite moments […]
Senior Reflects: New Grad Molly Worek Seeks to Teach Across the Globe
Today we feature senior Molly Worek, an English major from Mullica Hill, NJ (Gloucester County). Molly, who commuted to campus, transferred to Rowan from Bloomsburg University & RCGC. Please tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? My favorite moment can’t be defined because […]
Senior Reflects: Health & Physical Education Medallion Winner Angela Lakatos
Today we speak to Health and Physical Education major Angela Lakatos, a new alumna from Pennsville, NJ (Salem County)! Angela is a transfer from Georgian Court University who lived off campus. Angela is a first-generation college graduate. What was your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in one of your classes? […]
Senior Reflects: Studio Art Major Carlo Martines
Today we feature Carlo Martines, a Studio Art graduating senior from Cherry Hill, NJ (Camden County). Carlo transferred to Rowan from Chestnut Hill College, and before social distancing, he commuted to campus. Could you please share your favorite social memory? My favorite social memory was becoming acquainted with all peers from Cross Country/Track and Field. […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Elementary Education/Literacy Studies Major Samantha Shralow
Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Samantha Shralow, a junior transfer from Camden County College. Samantha is an elementary education and literacy studies major who commutes to campus from her home in Marlton, NJ (Burlington County). Could you share with us one moment that made you feel inspired or confident that you’re in the right field for […]
Senior Reflects: History Major Christine Katherine Elizabeth Ellis
Today we feature senior Christine Katherine Elizabeth Ellis, a History major from Sicklerville, NJ (Camden County). Christine, who commuted to campus, transferred to Rowan from Camden County College. Could you please share your favorite social memory? Among my favorite memories are my watercolor class, History of Photography class, my Modern Latin America class, and […]
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: Radio/TV/Film Major Nicolas Matteo
Today we feature Nicolas Matteo, a senior Radio, Television & Film major from Washington Township, NJ (Gloucester County). Nicolas transferred to Rowan from Rowan College at Gloucester County (now RCSJ), and commuted to campus prior to temporary shutdowns in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. He is a first-generation college student. Could you share […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Marketing Major Sarah Forsman
Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Sarah Forsman, a junior transfer from Rowan College of South Jersey, Gloucester Campus. Sarah is a Marketing major and commutes to Rowan from Sewell, NJ (Gloucester County) — and sometimes with her mom! How would you tell a fellow student interested in your major that they’re choosing a worthwhile field? I […]
5 Benefits of Going to College Close to Home
There’s no place like home. There’s no place like home. There’s no place like home! While many people like Dorothy want to venture off to a place far away, the grass isn’t always greener on the other side. There are a lot of benefits of staying close to home for college. I’ve learned this myself […]
Biology Alum Thanks Professors for Guiding Him Toward Medical School
Today we speak with Nick San Juan, a former transfer student and biological sciences major who graduated in 2019. Nick commuted to Rowan for his undergraduate studies from his home in Deptford, NJ (Gloucester County), and is working his way toward medical school to continue his education. You mentioned you were a transfer student and […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: History Major Peter Macrina
Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Peter Macrina, a junior transfer from Camden County College. Peter is a first-generation History major whose hometown is Philadelphia. He commutes to Rowan from Bellmawr, NJ (Camden County). Could you share with us one moment that made you feel inspired or confident that you’re in the right field for you? One […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Haddonfield Native Marybeth Coyne
Today we speak with Marybeth Coyne, a senior Exercise Science major from Haddonfield, NJ (Camden County) who rents off campus. She transferred from Stockton University her junior year. How did you end up at Rowan? “I attended Stockton for my first two years of college, and I wasn’t getting the college experience that I had […]
Pandemic Profs: Clinical Internship Teaching Spanish Remotely
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 Maria Rosalba Trejo-Mendiola, a student in the master of science in teaching program. She is isolating from […]
Interning Remotely as a Business Management Major
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 senior Alyssa Marroccoli, who transferred to Rowan after beginning her college career at the University of Rhode […]
Studio Art Major Helps Heal with Sensory Paintings
Jessica Hedum, a senior studio art major from Cape May, NJ (Cape May County), has always been fascinated with art. In high school, Jessica spent most of her time in the art studio, learning the fundamentals of painting and developing her love for it. Her teacher was a mentor, opening her eyes to many careers […]
Learn How This Transfer Student Graduated Debt Free
Meet Natalia Panfilova, a 2017 graduate from the Ric Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts. Natalia earned her bachelor’s in Public Relations without paying a single dollar for her degree. According to Marketplace, roughly 70% of American students end up taking out loans to go to college. It was estimated that the average student […]
#PROFspective: Radio/TV/Film Major Adam Clark
Adam Clark, a senior from Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County), is a Radio/TV/Film (RTF) major. Today, we will talk with Adam about his experience with filmmaking and how Rowan has prepared him for his future goals. Year: SeniorMajor: Radio/TV/Film (production focus)Town/County: Bridgeton, NJCommuter: YesJob on campus: No, jobs elsewhereClubs/Activities: Cinema Workshop What inspired you to choose […]
A First-Gen Radio/TV/Film Major Starts Up Company, Joins Town Government
Meet Jamal McPherson from Swedesboro, NJ (Gloucester County), a junior majoring in Radio/TV/ Film (RTF) at the Ric Edelman College of Communication & Creative Arts. Jamal is a first-generation college student who loves to get involved in the community and try new things. Last year, he was appointed to the town board committee in Swedesboro. Today, […]
5 Financial Tips for Transfer Students
Today, we speak with five transfer students who have some financial tips to share with future incoming Rowan students. “I took summer classes and that cut-down my work load by a lot during the semester. I was also able to manage my time by taking online courses, so I was able to have time for […]
Iridian Shares 3 Ways She’s Gotten Involved as a Transfer
After completing two years at Atlantic Cape Community College, I decided to transfer over to Rowan University to get my bachelor’s in Journalism. Transferring over to a new school can be both exciting and intimidating. You’ll get to create new memories, meet new people and experience new opportunities. At community college I was involved in […]
Journalism Student Paves the Way as First Female to Commentate a Rowan Football Game on Radio
When Katie Francis, a junior Sports Communication & Media and Journalism double major from Swedesboro, NJ (Gloucester County), discovered the campus radio station her sophomore year, she “knew it was a good path to take.” An email in her student inbox with the subject line, “Are you Rowan’s new voice in Radio?” inspired her to […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Communication Studies Major Ashley Davis
Today, we hear from Ashley Davis, a junior Communication Studies major from Gloucester County, NJ. Ashley transferred to Rowan her sophomore year and shares the importance of involving yourself on campus. My spring semester of my freshman year of college, I found myself scrolling through Twitter, like most students, waiting for class to start. I […]
Alumni Success: Health Promotion and Wellness Management Major Cory Bennett
Cory Bennett, from Jamesburg, NJ (Middlesex County), graduated in 2015 with a degree in Health Promotion and Fitness Management. Today, we will talk with Cory about how Rowan prepared him to become the assistant director of fitness programs at the University of Florida. “Rowan was actually my transfer institution. I went to another school for […]
Volunteerism at Rowan: Food Bank of South Jersey [VIDEO]
Students work together with the Food Bank of South Jersey sorting and organizing food to provide for the food-insecure. Through the summer First-Year Connection: Volunteerism program, incoming students — both freshmen and transfer — embrace togetherness and philanthropy to build community and provide service. Once the school year starts, the volunteerism continues. The Office of […]
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 […]
One Month In: Taylor Negelski’s Transfer Story
Taylor Nagelski, a sophomore Communications Studies major from Ocean City, NJ (Cape May County), is one of Rowan’s newest transfer students. She previously attended Atlantic Cape Community College. Today, she will share her experiences on her first month at Rowan University. Name: Taylor Nagelski Major: Communications Studies Year: Sophomore Hometown and county: Ocean City, NJ […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Elementary Education & English Major Chelsea Chaet
Today we speak with Chelsea Chaet, a sophomore Elementary Education and English double major with a minor in Theatre. She recently transferred from James Madison University. Name: Chelsea ChaetYear: Sophomore (Class of ‘22)Major: Elementary Education and EnglishHometown(s): Voorhees, New Jersey / Virginia Beach, Virginia / Solon, OhioTransfer Student? YesWhere do you live? On-campus, Rowan Boulevard […]
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 […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Music Industry Major Nikola Berardo
This is Nikola Berardo, a junior Music Industry major with a concentration in Music Technology from Absecon, NJ (Atlantic County). Today, he will share his experiences on his first month at Rowan University. Name: Nikola Berardo Major: Music Industry with a Music Technology concentration Year: Junior Hometown and County: Absecon, NJ (Atlantic County) Off-campus resident? Yes […]
Beyond the Classroom: a Biophysics Lab Experience
Meet Gaspare Carollo, a senior from Marlton, NJ (Burlington County) majoring in Biophysics from the College of Science & Mathematics. This summer, he was able to partake in an research internship at Rowan. Today, he will share with us his experience working at the lab and some of the projects he worked on. Gaspare is […]
Finance Major to Starting up His Own Marketing Agency
Meet alumnus Derek Morgen, a recent graduate with a degree in Finance from Rohrer College of Business. Currently living in East Brunswick, NJ (Middlesex County), he works for Agilis Chemicals as a digital marketing specialist. Today, Derek will share with us his story of how he went from a Finance major to a digital marketing […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Psychology Major Greg Joyce
Today we speak with senior Psychology major Gregory Joyce from Alloway (Salem County). Joyce will share his experience in his first year here at Rowan. Name: Gregory Joyce Major: Psychology Year: Senior Transfer Student: Yes, from Coastal Carolina Hometown and County: Alloway Township, Salem CountyOff-Campus resident?: Yes, I live in a house off-campus Academic clubs: […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Casey Pregartner
Today we speak with Casey Pregartner, a junior Construction Management major at Rowan Global. She is a transfer student from Rowan College of South Jersey. Name: Casey PregartnerYear: JuniorMajor: Construction Management (Rowan Global)Hometown: Franklinville, NJ (Gloucester County)Transfer student? YesWhere do you live? Off-campus What gets you out of the bed in the morning? “As an adult I […]
Achieving Goals: Getting Produced
Today we are talking with Enzo Ronchi, a senior Public Relations major who transferred from Atlantic Cape Community College. Enzo is a part of the band Transfer Post. Transfer Post was featured on a completion album produced by Rowan Music Group. Enzo was always inspired by music and is a self-taught musician from an early […]
#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 […]
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: 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.
My Rowan Transfer Story
Today, we feature advice from Amanda Kuster – not only is she a Rowan University admissions counselor with the Office of Admissions, but she is also a Rowan alumna herself, having graduated from our Communications Studies program within the College of Communication & Creative Arts. Today she shares her own story, with hopes that it assists you […]
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 […]
Passing the Torch: Studio Art Commuter Gives Advice
“The best way to make friends in college is to walk in and be the loudest guy in the room,” says CJ Haughey, a studio art transfer student (now graduate!) from Kensington, PA, who commuted to Rowan from an off-campus rental and graduated from the College of Communication & Creative Arts. Like what you see? […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Austin Gilliss
Meet Austin Gilliss, a junior health and physical education major from Merchantville, NJ (Camden County) who is a Blackwood Eagle Scout & Alpha Phi Delta fraternity brother who transferred from Camden County College. “Transferring from a community college to a university can be challenging. You’re trying to figure out where you fit in and how […]
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. […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Matt Isaacs
Meet transfer student Matt Isaacs, a junior advertising major from East Brunswick, NJ (Middlesex County) who transferred from Georgian Court University. “When I decided to transfer I knew where I wanted to go was Rowan University because all of the great things I have heard about its communication programs and lacrosse team. I knew it […]
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 […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Francis Terry
Meet Francis Terry, a Law and Justice junior who commutes from Laurel Springs, NJ (Camden County) and is captain of the track and field team. Francis is a first-generation college student and transferred to Rowan last fall from Neumann University in Aston, PA. “Just knowing that I’m one of the first in my family to […]
Prof Style: Gwyneth Sanchez
“My style changes and I always go for trendy stuff. I describe my style as modern streetwear in a way, it’s always different but, I usually go towards neutral tones and you never see me in bright colors.” Transfer student Gwyneth Sanchez, junior, advertising major, from Pleasantville (Atlantic County), New Jersey Like what you see? […]
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 […]
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 […]
#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 […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jakira McCoy
Meet Rowan Choice student, Jakira McCoy, a sophomore business major with a minor in African studies from Camden, NJ (Camden County). Jakira lives on campus in Holly Pointe Commons as a Rowan College at Gloucester County community college student enrolled in the Rowan Choice program, which allows her to have the full college experience on […]
Welcome, Transfer Honor Society Members!
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 […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Hannah Marcellina
Meet transfer student Hannah Marcellina, a junior radio/TV/film and theatre major who commutes from Williamstown, New Jersey (Gloucester County). What wakes you up in the morning? There is a great sense of community and support at Rowan. It is such a good feeling knowing that not only do I have friends here that genuinely want me to succeed, […]
Soccer Player Scores Off the Field
Ryan Campbell, senior liberal studies major, transferred to Rowan after one comforting visit. He immediately associated Rowan as home, even though his real home is two hours away in Wyckoff, NJ (Bergen County.) For the past two years, Ryan’s contributions to the Rowan community go far beyond the soccer field. Ryan is a forward for […]
#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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
#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 […]
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 […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Luis Vera
Meet Luis (on left), a junior music industry tech major from Bridgeton, NJ (Cumberland County.) Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I chose Rowan because out of all the programs in New Jersey I applied for, Rowan’s seemed spunky and new and was in the growing phase. It was also a lot cheaper […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Sophia Agostini
Meet Sophia Agostini, a junior management major with a minor in law and justice studies from Washington Township, NJ (Gloucester County.) Why did you choose Rowan? “I chose Rowan because of the Rowan Choice program. It allows me to take classes at Rowan College at Gloucester County (RCGC), while living on Rowan’s campus. Its a […]
#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 […]
#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: […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Gus Hoban
Meet Gus Hoban, a junior supply chain management major, from Milltown, NJ (Middlesex County). Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “My friends from home go here and Rowan has the major I was looking for.” What is one piece of advice you have for future transfer students? “Rowan was very helpful during the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
#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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Sarah Burdhimo
Meet Sarah Burdhimo, a senior Environmental Studies major from Egg Harbor Township, NJ (Atlantic County). Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I wish I knew about the Environmental Studies major when I first applied to colleges. It sounded like something I would be interested in, so I took a chance and came to […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jack Camins
Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “It was the best option and I made some great connections here before transferring. It just felt like the right place for me… plus, I like owls.” What is one piece of advice you have for future transfer students? “Find a mentor to provide guidance, inspiration and […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Victor Rodriguez
Meet Victor Rodriguez, a junior English literature major from Millville, N.J. (Cumberland County). Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I transferred to Rowan because it was more cost-efficient and closer to home than my previous institution. I also enjoy the overall vibe of Rowan; it is a very relaxing environment and allows me […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Chloe Smith
Meet Chloe Smith, a junior public relations and advertising major from Sparta, N.J. (Sussex County). Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I knew they [Rowan] a had great communications program and Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), I wanted to become in involved. Also, Rowan is a good distance from home and my […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Angel Nieves
Meet Angel Nieves, a junior RTF major from Puerto Rico. Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “Rowan offered a Radio/TV/Film major, which was unlike the other institutions I was looking at.” What is one piece of advice you have for future transfer students? “Don’t be too overwhelmed. While there may be similarities between […]
