In this edition of #TRANSFERmation Tuesday, we learn more of Music Industry major Emileigh Zane of Penns Grove, NJ (Salem County). In this exchange, we learn more of her own experience as a transfer student as well as what motivated her to pursue a career inside the music industry. Why did you pick Rowan? I […]
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#PROFspective: Biomedical Engineering Major Danny Tepper Reflects on College
Today we speak with Danny Tepper of Atlantic County, who recently earned his degree in Biomedical Engineering. Danny transferred to Rowan his sophomore year from Atlantic County Community College and will be going onto his master’s in engineering at Rowan next year. He is an off-campus resident. Danny was homeschooled until he attended ACCC at 17 […]
In Case You Missed It: Top 10 Most Popular Blog Posts This School Year!
Today, we will share our top 10 most popular stories from the blog for the 2020-21 school year. If you missed any of these great stories, be sure to check them out! 1. Alumni Success: New Jersey State Police Sergeant Danyel Barnes “Danyel Barnes, a 1994 alumnus, shares his Rowan story and how it shaped […]
Senior Reflects: Esther Dede, Health Promotion and Wellness Management Major
Today we speak with Esther Dede, a graduating senior Health Promotion and Wellness Management (HPWM) major from the island of St. Maarten. Esther transferred from Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) at Gloucester County and is a first-generation college student. Tell us about your favorite moment with a faculty member or a favorite experience in […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Psychology Major Joshua Olumakin Shares Insight On His Major
Joshua Olumakin, senior Psychology major and transfer student from Rowan College of South Jersey, talks with us about his experience in his major here at Rowan. Joshua became interested in psychology after watching and listening to his mother’s online psychology courses she took in pursuing her master’s degree. Along with studying psychology, Joshua is a […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Aspiring College Professor Holly Zurenda
Today we speak to Holly Zurenda, a senior Computer Science and Mathematics double major. A Rapid City, South Dakota native, Holly attended Black Hills State University and South Dakota School of Mines & Technology before transferring to Rowan University ten years later. Holly commutes from Egg Harbor Township, NJ (Atlantic County). Holly is set to […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Psychology Major, HR Management Minor John Tully
Today, we speak to Psychology major and Human Resources Management minor John Tully. John, from Ramsey, NJ (Bergen County), is a transfer student from Bergen Community College. What are your professional goals? And how is Rowan helping to support you in those goals? I am going to Georgetown in the fall for a master’s in […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: From North Jersey To Utah, Chemical Engineering Major Jacob Molinaro
Meet Jacob Molinaro, a Chemical Engineering major with minors in both Math and Chemistry who transferred from the County College of Morris and is originally from Essex County, NJ. He is taking remote classes at Rowan from his current residence in Utah. He shares more about his decision in choosing Rowan and what he loves about South Jersey. […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Chemical Engineering Major Jean Han
Today, we speak to transfer student Jean Han. Jean is a Chemical Engineering major from Fort Lee, NJ (Bergen County) who transferred from Bergen Community College. She shares with us why she chose Rowan and tells us what she likes about South Jersey. What are your professional goals? And how is Rowan helping to support you in […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Computing and Informatics Major Richard Shinnick
Today we speak to Richard Shinnick, a senior transfer student from Ramapo College of New Jersey who majors in Computing and Informatics. Richard is an on-campus resident originally from Allendale, NJ (Bergen County). What are your professional goals? And how is Rowan helping to support you in those goals? My professional goals include making websites […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Future High School Teacher Gianna Venturini
Meet Gianna Venturini, a Secondary Education and History major and Psychology minor. Gianna is a transfer student from Monmouth University but is originally from Rockaway, NJ (Morris County). She shares with us why she chose her major and why she chose Rowan! What are your professional goals? And how is Rowan (your program, faculty, etc.) helping […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Radio/TV/Film Major Paul Romeo
Today, we speak to transfer student Paul Romeo! Paul is a Radio/TV/Film major from Cedar Grove, NJ (Essex County) who transferred from Southern New Hampshire University. He shares with us why he chose Rowan and gives advice to out-of-state students. What are your professional goals? And how is Rowan helping to support you in those […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Future History Teacher Kaan Aktas
Today we speak with Kaan Aktas, a senior transfer student from Bergen Community College who majors in History and Subject Matter Education. Kaan, a remote student from Fairview, NJ (Bergen County), is a first-generation college student. What are your professional goals? And how is Rowan helping to support you in those goals? My professional goals […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Senior Computing and Informatics Major Abraham Reyes
Today we speak to Abraham Reyes, a senior, first-generation college student who transferred from Rowan College at Burlington County. Abraham majors in Computing and Informatics, minors in Business Administration and has a CUGS in Management Information Systems Certification. He is a commuter student from Camden, NJ (Camden County). What is a typical Rowan day for you? […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Graphic Designer Jessica Potash
Today we speak to Jessica Potash, a senior transfer student from Kean University majoring in Studio Art with a concentration in Graphic Design and a minor in Art History from Cranford, NJ (Union County). What are your professional goals? And how is Rowan helping to support you in those goals? My goal is to become a […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Chemical Engineering Major David Aguirre
Today, we speak to David Aguirre, a Chemical Engineering major and transfer student from Mount Laurel, NJ (Burlington County). He transferred to Rowan from Rowan College at Burlington County. David tells us more about his time at Rowan so far and where he sees himself after he graduates. Tell us a little bit about your […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Sociology Major LaDaysha White
Today we feature LaDaysha White, a first-generation senior Sociology major from Florence, NJ (Burlington County). She also has a Certificate of Undergraduate study in Public Policy. LaDaysha is a transfer student from Ramapo College of New Jersey, and she tells us about her Rowan experience. Tell us a little bit about your favorite class at […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Environmental and Sustainability Studies JoAnna Contarino
Today we feature first-generation college student and recent December 2020 graduate JoAnna Contarino from Elk Township, NJ (Burlington County). JoAnna is a Environmental & Sustainability Studies major and transfer from Rowan College of South Jersey. She has minors in Ethics, Planning, Political Science and a Certificate of Undergraduate Study in Environmental Policy & Economics. Tell […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Marketing Major Harmanjot Kahlon
Today we feature first-generation college senior Harmanjot Kahlon, a Marketing major from Florence, NJ (Burlington County). Harmanjot is a transfer student from Rowan College at Burlington County. She tells us about her time here at Rowan. Tell us a little bit about your favorite class at Rowan so far. My favorite class at Rowan was […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jordan Jiosi
Today we feature first-generation college student Jordan Jiosi from Medford Lakes, NJ (Burlington County). Jordan is a double major in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) and Mathematics (Statistics) and is in a Combined Advanced Degree Program for an MS in Computer Science. Jordan is a transfer from Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC) and tells us […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Elementary Education Major Mikayla Hiddemen
Today we feature Mikayla Hiddemen, an Elementary Education major from Marlton, NJ (Burlington County). Mikayla is a senior, and this is her fourth semester at Rowan University. Mikayla transferred from Rowan College at Burlington County. Tell us a little bit about your favorite class at Rowan so far. My favorite class at Rowan so far […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Passionate About Inspiring Women in Male-Dominated Field, Talia Tomarchio
Today we speak to Talia Tomarchio, a senior Computer Science major with a minor in neuroscience and an honors concentration. A Burlington County native, Talia is a transfer student from Rowan College at Burlington County, and a first-generation college student who lives off-campus in an apartment. Before COVID-19, she was a tutoring monitor for the […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jennifer McGraw, Finding a Fit in Public Relations
Today we speak to junior Public Relations major Jennifer McGraw, who has a minor in Sports Communication and Media and an Honors Concentration. From Deepwater, NJ (Salem County), Jennifer is a transfer student from Salem Community College. She is a commuter student and a first-generation college student, and is involved with the Honors Murder Mysteries, […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Senior Writing Arts Major Marissa Stanko
Today we feature Marissa Stanko, a senior Writing Arts major with a dual concentration in Creative Writing and Publishing and Writing for the Public, from Quinton, NJ (Salem County). Marissa is a transfer student from Salem Community College, a commuter student, and a first-generation college student. What is your inspiration? I’ve always been a creative […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Elementary Education Major Paige Smith
Today we feature first-generation college student Paige Smith, a junior Elementary Education major from Alloway, NJ (Salem County). She is a transfer from Salem Community College, and this past fall was her first semester at Rowan. Why Rowan? I have always dreamt of going to Rowan. For the area that I live in Rowan has […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Exercise Science Major Taylor Fest
Today we speak to Taylor Fest, a sophomore Health and Exercise Science major. Taylor is from Cinnaminson, NJ (Burlington County) and transferred from Rowan College of Burlington County. She lives on campus in the Rowan Boulevard Apartments. What wakes you up in the morning? I am very passionate about animals. I have 3 pets of […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Advertising Major Chase Campbell
Today we feature senior Advertising major Chase Campbell. Chase also has minors in Communication Studies and Strategic Communication. He is from Mount Laurel, NJ (Burlington County) and transferred from LaSalle University. The American Advertising Federation (AAF) recently inducted Chase as one of 2021’s Top 50 Most Promising Multicultural Students, one of the industry’s premier diversity, […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Aspiring Super Bowl Advertiser Kaela Moore
Today we feature Kaela Moore, a sophomore double majoring in Advertising and Public Relations and minoring in sociology from Mount Laurel, NJ (Burlington County). She attended Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC) for one year then Rowan College of Southern New Jersey (RCSJ) for one year through Rowan Choice before transferring to Rowan University. What do […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Psychology Major Caitlin Morales
Today we speak to Psychology major Caitlin Morales, who also minors in Human Resources Management. Caitlin is from Chesterfield, NJ (Burlington County) and transferred from Kean University. She shares with us her experience in her major and why she enjoys being a student at Rowan. How would you tell a fellow student interested in your […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Communication Studies Major Sarah Marshall
Today we feature junior Sarah Marshall who majors in Communication Studies. Sarah is from Atco, NJ (Camden County) and this past fall was her first semester at Rowan. She is involved in the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) and the student-led firm PRaction. Why Rowan? My mother was a graduate of Rowan and […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Michael Grabowy “You Put Heart into This School, You Get Heart Back”
Today we feature senior Michael Grabowy, an adult learner double major in Physical Education and Health Studies from Vineland, NJ (Cumberland County). Michael transferred to Rowan from Cumberland County College. Tell me about your experience at Rowan. I love Rowan. If I didn’t I wouldn’t be here. All of the students and faculty here. With […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Jazz Bass And Classical Cello Major Rafael Alvarez From Tampa, FL
Today we speak with first generation college student, Rafael Alvarez, who is a transfer from Raritan Valley Community College. Rafael is a senior double major in Jazz Bass performance and Classical Cello. He is originally from Tampa, FL. Why did you transfer to Rowan? There were just a lot of opportunities and my brother went […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Chemistry Major Serena Amador
Today we feature junior Serena Amador who majors in Chemistry. Serena is from Eastampton, NJ (Burlington County) and transferred to Rowan this past fall from Rowan College at Burlington County. Why Rowan? Rowan is very close and I thought it would be an easy transition from the community school that Rowan owns to Rowan University. […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Public Relations, Advertising Double Major Alana Walker
Today we speak to senior Alana Walker who double majors in Public Relations and Advertising. Alana is from Browns Mills, NJ (Burlington County) and transferred from Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC.) She is involved in the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), the student-run firm PRaction, and Women of Color Collective (WOCA). Why […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Early Childhood Education Major Mikayla Priscopo
Today we speak to junior Mikayla Priscopo, an Early Childhood Education major from Clayton, NJ (Gloucester County). Mikayla talks about her time here at Rowan and how Rowan has prepared her for her field. How would you tell a fellow student interested in your major that they’re choosing a worthwhile field? I would tell a […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Future Chemistry Teacher Trevor Jones
Today we feature Trevor Jones, a senior first generation college student majoring in chemistry education. Trevor transferred his junior year and is from Trenton, NJ (Mercer County). He is a resident assistant at the Nexus apartments and is involved with various clubs such as rugby, Men of Color Alliance (MOCA) and Student Organization for Caribbean […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Writing Arts & Spanish Major Helaina Parejo
Today we feature sophomore Helaina Parejo who double majors in Writing Arts and Spanish. Helaina is from Barrington, NJ (Camden County) and transferred from Ursinus College the spring semester of her freshman year. She has an internship with the Writing Arts department and is a part of the Writing Arts Club. Why did you choose […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Double Major Robert Pallante
Robert Pallante, a Rowan College at Burlington County senior transfer student from Winslow Township (Camden County), shares a bit about his Rowan experience as a Political Science and Philosophy major with an American Studies minor. What wakes you up in the morning? I tend to look at things one day at a time, so I […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Connor Crafton-Tempel
Today we speak to Connor Crafton-Tempel, a senior Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management major with a minor in Sociology. Connor is involved in Rowan University EMS, Rowan Progressives, Tau Sigma (National Transfer Student Honor Society) and Epsilon Pi Phi (DPEM Honor Society). Connor is from Freehold Township, NJ (Monmouth County) and transferred from Holy Family […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Marketing Major and Rugby Player Chase Shebey
Today we feature junior Marketing major and rugby player Chase Shebey. Chase is an off-campus resident from Glen Gardner, NJ (Hunterdon County). Chase transferred to Rowan from New England College. How has a faculty or staff member here helped to connect you with the next step for your career? My advisor was very helpful in getting […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Double Major International Student Elona Noka
Today we feature first-generation college student Elona Noka from Albania studying Economics and Political Science. Elona is a senior who transferred from Tirana University in Albania. She is a part of Women in Business and Phi Sigma Pi. She currently commutes from Deptford, NJ (Gloucester County). What wakes you up in the morning? What wakes […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Inclusive Elementary Education Major Joseph Soto
Today we speak to Joseph Soto, a junior Inclusive Elementary Education major from Riverdale, NJ (Morris County). He transferred from Passaic County Community College and talks about his time and transition to Rowan. How has a faculty or staff member here helped to connect you with the next step for your career? An admissions counselor […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Computer Science Major Enkee Davaadolgor
Today we feature first-generation senior Enkee Davaadolgor, who majors in Computer Science along with a concentration in Cybersecurity. He is a commuter from Ewing, NJ (Mercer County) who transferred from Mercer County Community College. What wakes you up in the morning? My motivation to wake up each and every morning is definitely my family and […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Geology Major Callie Stockton
Meet Callie Stockton, a junior Geology major with minors in Astronomy and Geographical Information Systems (GIS). She is from Tabernacle, NJ (Burlington County) and transferred from Rowan College of Burlington County (RCBC). She’s also part of the Physics & Astronomy Club and the GEO Club. Here, Callie talks about her transition to Rowan. How has […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Studio Art Major Christine Stewart
Today we welcome Christine Stewart, a transfer student from Cumberland County College. They are a junior majoring in Studio Art with a specialization in Graphic Design from Pennsauken, NJ (Camden County). They are also involved in Prism, Queer People of Color (QPOC), and Women of Westby. What wakes you up in the morning? Being able […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Meet Music Industry Major Stephanie Batista
Meet Stephanie Batista (she/her/hers), a transfer Music Industry major from Toms River, New Jersey (Ocean County). She will graduate with the Rowan Class of 2023. She tells us a little more about herself and why she chose Rowan! What is one goal you have this semester? To make friends despite difficulties with Covid and online classes. Why […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Writing Arts Major Makenzie Forrest
Meet Makenzie Forrest, a Writing Arts major from Collingswood, New Jersey (Camden County). She will be graduating with the Rowan class of 2023. What are a few things you are looking forward to next year at Rowan? I’m looking forward to having small classes (a big plus), living on campus, and going to events/being in […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Computing and Informatics Major Saad Khalid
Today’s TRANSFERmation Tuesday features Saad Khalid, a computing and informatics major. He commutes from his home in Gloucester County. He transferred to Rowan from the Rowan College of South Jersey, Gloucester Campus. What is one moment that made you feel inspired or confident that you’re in the right field for you? Honestly, it would have […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Dan Ryan
Meet Dan Ryan, a junior marketing major from Williamstown, N.J. (Gloucester County), who is a first generation college student. Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “Every time I come to campus, Rowan feels like home. I feel like I fit in here. It has a big campus feel on a small campus.” What […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Edris Forde
Meet Edris Forde, a junior radio/TV/film major from Barnegat, NJ (Ocean County) who lives on campus at 223 High Street and is a first generation college student. Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I chose Rowan because it was a friendly campus and they had great academics. It seemed like an easy transition for […]
TRANSFERmation Tuesday: Colleen Mariani
Meet Colleen Mariani, a senior Liberal Studies major from Branchburg, NJ (Somerset County). Why did you choose to come to Rowan? “I chose Rowan because when I came to visit I knew I was meant to be here. It just felt right. Rowan is my home.” What is one piece of advice you have for […]
