New Medical School Draft

Stephen Willis

2/8/2011

Comp 1

Essay 1 Draft

New Medical School

While most of us might think that 2012 will be the next y2k, or supposed end of the world Rowan is bringing in 2012 with a much more expansive attitude, stemming from the fact that it will be opening up its new medical school in Camden that year. In the fall of 2012 Rowan, partnered with Copper, will open its doors to the new Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. By doing this, Rowan is continuing to make its transition from a small state college to that of a large and well respected university.

This new school is the product of Jon Corzine signing an executive order which stated that Rowan and Copper University Hospital would partner together to make a new medical school in Camden. Copper has already been partnered with UMDNJ, which has been the only institution that could grant medical degrees in the state of New Jersey. This will change though once the school is finished in 2012, leaving two medical schools now in New Jersey.

The plan to partner Copper and Rowan together came as a relatively easy decision, given the circumstances. For one , Copper already has been a university hospital for the past 30 years and already pocesses the experience in medical training. It also has the staff and state of the art equipment to teach the next generation of doctors. Another strong factor was the presence Rowan already had in Camden, and the recognition it has gotten. Rowan has been very successful in the past with starting up new programs, one only has to look at the engineering building to understand this. To seal the deal was the entire profitable economic aspect of the partnership though. Its predicted that for every dollar invested, three will be made, and for an area that loses almost $2 billion of potential revenue to Philadelphia area hospitals, this partnership became a simple decision.

The building in development right now in Camden will be one of the most state of the art medical facilities in the country. Located on South Broadway and Benson Street the 139 million dollar six story building will be finished in the summer of 2012, and open its doors to the first class up to fifty students for the fall. Once up and running full steam it will boast a student size of 400. On the rowan site there is also a live camera which watches the construction of the medical building in real time, right now its nothing more then a bunch of concrete. When its finished the school will have, along with a host of classrooms and offices, an auditorium, research labs, a gross anatomy lab, and a vivarium.

For those who don't know much about a medical school, those last two might be a bit odd sounding. A gross anatomy lab is definitely something that lives up to its name. Its basically a human dissection lab, this is done so that no ones harmed by medical students who may or may not know what they are doing. The other special room, the vivarium, is where specialized research will be done. A vivarium in general is a greenhouse, but can also include live animals. The purpose of a vivarium is to do testing in a closed environment, which can also be controlled, which hopefully will lead to many medical breakthroughs in Camden.

Rowan right now is still in the first step of a five step process to actually have the school acredited to be a full on medical school. As of right now professors from both Copper and Rowan are working non stop to put together this new medical school. This means building the program from the ground up, this means anything from building a curriculum to setting standards for incoming students. The process will not be done till the first class graduates in 2016, assuming everything goes as planned.

The creation of this school, along with bringing profit and jobs to the South Jersey area, will also bring much notoriety to Rowan University. From it's humble beginnings as Glassboro State, Rowan has progressivly been increasing in size and prestige. Its only a matter of time till Rowan becomes one of the largest universitys in New Jersey.

Sources Cited:

--www.rowan.edu/coopermedicalschool

The Ghost of Rowans Campus Past and Future Draft #2

Rowan has gone through many changes over the past years when it transferred over from Glassboro State College and has many future projects planned to make Rowan larger for the betterment of the student body. In 1992, Henry Rowan and his wife donated $100,000,000. At the time this was the largest gift/donation given to a public school/college. With this money, Glassboro state college had the opportunity to grow into an official University in 1997 being renamed Rowan University. There have been many projects that have been completed and some that are still in progress.
One example of a project that has been completed was the College of Engineering building. Dr. Herman James resigned as president two years after a fatal shooting killing two on campus and Dr. Donald Farish was chosen to take his place. Dr. Donald Farish than went on to construct two more buildings; in 2003 the State of the Art building was built and in 2005 the College of Education building was built. On http://wn.com/Glassboro_State_College it states, “ Rowan University broke ground for the South Jersey Technology Park (SJTP) on April 10, 2006. The New Jersey Development Authority (NJEDA) gave Rowan University $5.8 million along with $1.5 million from the New Jersey Commission on Science and Technology, $1 million from Samuel H. Jones, and $1 million from Rowan itself. SJTP is planned to be a 188 acre (0.76 km2) site which will serve as an establishment for science and technology companies as well as academics. It is planned to have 25 buildings to provide competitively price, Class "A" facilities for budding entrepreneurs, start-up and established companies. SJTP was incorporated as a non-profit corporation with its own board of directors. The first building, the Samuel H. Jones Innovation Center, has been leased completely out and the revenue will help build a second building. The first floor will be controlled by Rowan and will pay a lease to the Tech Park Corporation and is divided up among the Rohrer College of Business and separate lab space for the College of Engineering. The second floor will be occupied by the Educational Information and Resource Center, which formerly owned a building on Delsea Drive in Washington Township.” The future project that is planned is the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. The plan is to have it open sometime in 2012.
As for student housing, there has been many changes and additions to housing. Oak Hall and Laurel Hall were some of the first buildings. At first the buildings were used as classrooms, but in 1999, Rowan went through renovations making them back into housing for students. Mansion Park apartments were part bought buy the college in 1958; since then they have been torn down. In 1966 Triad became part of the University and was used for Classrooms and public safety until 2000 when they renovated it all to housing. In 2005 and 2009, two more housing complexes were built, Townhouse Complex and Rowan Boulevard. There is a project in progress to build housing around the Bunce circle.
Rowan Alumnus Brian Simmermon, now CEO of Subaru of America and winner of the CEO of the Year in the Tristate area went on to say how much things have changed since he attended Glassboro State College. He said it has grown massively since he attended. Both the student body and the size of the campus has almost doubled. He said so much has changed except Rowan still has the same hotspot, which is now called Landmark. Brian went on to say how much safer things are with campus security and the “safe walk and ride program”. “When I attended Glassboro State College, I wasn’t fortunate enough to have the opportunity to have someone from the College come pick me up and drop me off at my next destination, we had to walk. Students who attend Rowan now need to understand how lucky they are to have the things that they do, because when I attended Glassboro State College, we didn’t have half of this”.
Rowan University will keep growing as time goes by. With the projects that are in progress and the projects that are still being planned it will help the growth and development of the University. At the rate of rapid growth, Rowan University has the possibility of one day becoming an Ivy League school.

Works Cited


Brian Simmermon. Personal interview. 11 Feb, 2011.

Location. 11 Feb. 2011. .

Richwood Winery

Cassie Hoffman
Linda Bateman
College Composition I
February 8, 2011

As incoming Freshman to Rowan University, most students immediately begin to immerse themselves into the community of Glassboro upon move-in at school. Whether it means they begin to dine out at all the great local restaurants and pizzerias or they take advantage of the local shopping and recreational venues, life in Glassboro becomes a very large part of life at Rowan University. Between places like The Landmark right next to campus, Brunswick Bowling right on Delsea Drive, or the Amish Farmer’s Market a little way up Route 322 in Mullica Hill, there are plenty of different things to do in the area without having to travel too far. One of the great attractions to the Glassboro area, which unfortunately is not able to be enjoyed by Rowan students until (for the most part) their junior year, is the Heritage Vineyards.
Heritage Vineyards is located just a short way up Mullica Hill Road on 28 acres of “rocky, well-drained soil on the north side of busy Route 322 in what was once a gravel pit”. They have four different growing areas on the estate that grow Cabernet, Chardonnay, Merlot, and Sauvignon grapes. About half of the property slopes towards the southern end from Harrisonville Road, which is meant to capture the most summer sunlight in order to best grow the grapes. Along this slope, Heritage Vineyards also grows Syrah, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Grenache, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sauvignon Blanc.
Towards the end of the property is a two acre block of land that is near a spot where American Indian painted horses usually graze. This block of the vineyard is called the “Painted Horse Vineyard” and grows Chambourcin grapes, which is a “dark-colored, richly-textured French-American hybrid grape that we often refer to as the East Coast Zinfandel”. In the spring of 2010, Heritage also planted six more acres of grapes to expand the winery even further. The reason this area is so prime to grow grapes in is because it is actually “one of the warmest locales in the Mid-Atlantic region” and has “weather patterns [that] are similar to those in Bordeaux, France”.
The vineyard is currently run by Bill and Penni Heritage, who are the fifth generation of farmers to maintain the property and produce fine wine. Their son, Richard, is the General Manager of the vineyard (along with Penni) and is also in charge of the marketing end of the business. An interesting fact about the previous Heritage farmers that took care of the property is that they only used to grow peaches and apples. This could possibly be why one type of wine produced by the vineyard is fruit wines. They make Sugarplum flavored wine, Blueberry flavored wine, and of course, true to their roots, Peach and Apple flavored wines. They also produce non-alcoholic Peach and Apple flavored sparkling wines.
Their more traditional wines are award-winning, receiving honors from various different wine tasting competitions that they have participated in. In 2010 alone, their 2007 Merlot won the silver medal in the World Wine Championships, as did their 2008 Syrah. Even better than that, their 2008 Cabernet Franc won the “Gold Harvest Award Gold Medal” and the gold medal in the World Wine Championships. Their Painted Horse Cuve’e also won the gold medal in the World Wine Championships, as did their most award-winning wine, their 2008 Chambourcin; the Chambourcin also won the gold medal at the New Jersey Wine Competition, the silver medal in the International Eastern Wine Competition, and the “Gold Harvest Award Silver Medal”.
For those who are old enough to drink the wine at the vineyard, wine tastings are held every day of the week between nine in the morning until six at night. For those who aren’t old enough, however, tours are also held every Saturday at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., with the possibility of a 4 p.m. tour as well if the other two are full. The great part about the tours is that they’re pretty cheap – only ten dollars per person – and it includes a tour of the vineyards in their tour van, as well as a wine tasting for those of age. The tours are about an hour long and allow for visitors to see the entire vineyard in all its vastness. Guests also get the chance to learn about the winemaking process. So head on out to the Heritage Vineyards of Richwood, just two minutes down the road from campus!

Guide to Pizza in the Boro' -Tyler Pappas

A typical rowan university student coming home late at night after some partying is usually faced with a large obstacle. What to eat? Many choose to go for the classic munchies food we all know as pizza. However when ordering pizza, it can be a difficult decision, especially when you’re not from the area. You may know that pizza is a hit-or-miss food. It’s either up to par or exceptionally good, or tastes like cardboard with some cheese and sauce thrown on top. The point of this is to get to the bottom of these questions and to come up with a general consensus as to who has the best or most well-liked pizza in Glassboro. Typical favorites include Dominoes, Papa Johns, and pizza hut, among other chains, yet they are competing with some strong local favorites including Nick’s, Ciconte’s, and Gino’s. All of these places have pluses and minuses, whether it is value, thickness, zest, and more. Let’s see if we can’t get to the bottom of who’s got the best pizza in Glassboro?
The act of ordering a pizza may not be difficult, but picking which one to order sure can be. The first thing on many college students’ minds is usually price. Somehow chains – whose pizza is not always even fresh dough or other ingredients - feel the need to charge near ridiculous amounts for their large pies, which in reality are about the size of a medium from most local places. Yes I’m talking about you, Papa John’s. For some ungodly reason, you have decided that it is necessary to charge poor college students a near obscene fee for your not-so-large large pizza, which, despite being quite tasty, is not even freshly made. I suppose that can bring us to our first point of value. Certain things to consider for Glassboro’s finest pizza establishments include size of the standard large pie, amount of toppings used, thickness of dough and amount of slices you get out of the pie. Ciconte’s is similar to Papa John’s in respect to size of their large pie. They use thick dough, but the diameter is not as large as others, and it is almost a bit of a letdown when you open the box, especially if you’re from north jersey and you’re used to huge thin crust pizza. Nick’s pizza definitely has value down pat. For a mere $14.99, you get a medium pizza equivalent to a large from other places, 10 wings, AND a 2 liter bottle of soda. All that, and free delivery to boot! You simply can’t get a better value for your money than that.
Value may be one thing to strongly consider, but let’s talk about what really makes a good pizza, a good pizza. How does it taste? Is it filling? Do they use adequate ingredients? Most importantly, is it fresh? These are all things to consider in the area of taste. Sure, it’s great if it’s cheap, but you get what you pay for, and nobody likes cardboard pizza. As far as freshness is concerned keep in mind that places like Papa John’s and Dominoes may cook their pizzas fresh to order, but they are far from using fresh ingredients.
Based on observations made from the Mimosa entrance for even one hour on Thursday or Friday night here at Rowan, it is most common to see Papa John’s boxes of pizza rolling through the door. This is intriguing however because Papa John’s is the most expensive, and yet although filling, tends to be “extremely greasy” says Freshman Brad Rankin. But “nothing beats that garlic sauce on the crust”, he finishes, and I suppose that’s another thing that draws in some of the customer base. Oddly enough, people may think that cookie-cutter brand name pizzas are extremely fattening. To many people’s surprise, this is not the case- a typical slice of plain Domino’s pizza has only 240* calories, and the same goes for Papa John’s. At least students can snack without worrying their going to be eating their heart out, literally that is.
Since pizza is such a common food on campus, it might be a near impossible task to accurately gauge the best liked brand on campus. There are simply too many decisions to be made, and ironically it’s just over a round piece of dough with sauce and cheese on top. However, it is how those ingredients are placed on that carefully crafted piece of dough that makes it either stick out from the rest as the best, or the worst pizza near Rowan University.

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Caloric value information from Domino's and Papa Johns, Info taken from various menus.

Guide To The Boro: Activities On Campus

Aliese Kurzawski
16 February, 2011
Assignment #01 Draft Two.
Activities On Campus
When students are choosing a college, there are many things that may come to their minds. While it is important for students to look at what the school has to offer academically, it is also very important to look into what the school has to offer socially. After long days of classes, it is good for the student to have some time for fun with their friends. Rowan University has a lot to offer its students- not only in an academic perspective, but also in the entertainment perspective, and this is crucial in choosing a university because every student needs a moment to relax and have fun to maintain a positive balance in their lives. Things like clubs, Rowan After Hours (RAH,) and Student University Programmers (SUP,) and our many off campus trips to New York City and Philadelphia are cheap, relaxing, and enjoyable things to do in the student’s free time.
Rowan University has plenty of activities that can spark an interest in the minds of all college students. The students can join a club that involves their major, such as the Sociology Club, Psychology Club, or an engineering program. Students involved in Public Relations may especially enjoy working with the Rowan Television Network. In clubs such as these, students get a chance to share ideas and do activities that enable them to delve more into the fields they want to work in. For instance, the Rowan Television Network has its own channel in the area where kids can make their own videos, edit them, and allow students and neighbors to view their hard work. Have a problem with Rowan? Want to have a say in events and important decisions? Ano0ther way of getting involved and stimulating your mind is by joining the Student Government Association (SGA.) In doing this, students go to mandatory meetings, voice complaints, and offer suggestions to the students and advisors on how we can improve.
An excellent way to make friends and maintain a positive balance in a college student’s life is by being active. At Rowan, there is a gymnasium where students can go to work out during the day. We have many recreational sports teams as well as competitive ones such as volleyball, soccer, lacrosse, football, and paintball (who would’ve guessed that?) Becoming a member of a sport’s team is a great way to stay in shape, make new friends, and keep yourself occupied and safe while away at a university.
If the student is one who enjoys helping others and their community, they may enjoy volunteering for a few organizations around the area. For example, the Glassboro Environmental Organization (GEO) works on service projects around the area to keep the campus and local area clean. This makes the environment more friendly for the animals and people. One of the many service projects is to try and limit the number of plastic bags used by making displays around campus. Another very important organization the university is involved with in the Emergency Medical Squad. The students who have emergency medical technician certification are allowed to earn volunteer hours for their graduation by staying on call and working to serve others.
One of the coolest activities that Rowan has to offer is their Rowan After Hours and Student University Programmers events. These are always a blast to go to. The students involved in these committees work together to get comedians, wrestling, movie nights, school dances, karaoke nights, and field trips to Philadelphia and New York City on the weekends. They work hard so all students can have a great time with their friends Thursdays thru Sunday evening without having to travel too far or spend too much money.
There is always something interesting going on at Rowan University. The students have easy access to events, clubs, exercise, and organizations they may not have had back home. They also have a greater variety of persons to communicate with, which makes the experience more interesting because the students are more passionate about what they are involved in. In closing, Rowan University is an excellent place for an active student to go to if they wish to maintain a healthy and well balanced lifestyle.

Guide to the Boro: Rowan Youth Orchestra

College Composition I
Assignment #1 Life on the Boro
February 15, 2011
Rachel Ellis
On Sunday nights, many young people come together to do what they love, play music. These students fill Rowan University’s Wilson Hall with melodies from "The King and I", Christmas carols, and jazzy Cole Porter classics. It is interesting to watch everyone coming together with various instruments of all shapes and sizes. Instead of watching a movie or playing sports, these students find joy in expressing themselves through music. This ensemble, Rowan Youth Orchestra, creates a positive learning experience by providing musical training to youth of various ages in a friendly, non-competitive environment, inspiring many to pursue music.
The Rowan Youth Orchestra’s conductor, E. Warren Gardner, is a dedicated and encouraging teacher whom the students trust and admire. A graduate from Rowan, Gardner majored in music on his instrument, the double bass. In time, he conducted a middle school orchestra for twenty-eight years, a music band for twenty years, and many small group ensembles. When asked why he decided to conduct Rowan Youth Orchestra, he states, "It was an honor to be offered the orchestra nineteen years ago when I started, and it is a challenge to bring together music for such a diverse age and ability group." Regarding choosing pieces for the orchestra, Gardner states, "I pick a variety based on difficulty and genre. I try to pick pieces that will be enjoyable for all sections of the group and feature players that may not have that opportunity with another ensemble." In addition, the students’ age span varies from sixth grade to college. The diverse group also comes from a variety of areas, including Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Atlantic, Cumberland, and Salem counties. Also, the orchestra has many performing opportunities. Besides performing each semester at Wilson’s Pfleeger Concert Hall, other opportunities, including playing in Washington, D.C. in front of the White House and at Liberty Island in front of the Statue of Liberty, give students the experience of playing for an audience outside the concert hall. Also, the orchestra prepares students for competitive experiences, like auditioning for the All South Jersey Orchestra ("Two Violinists Make All South Jersey Orchestra," The Central Record, January 24, 2008). Yes, E. Warren Gardner has brought much to the orchestra and is the main catalyst for the orchestra’s success.
Furthermore, the Rowan Youth Orchestra was a positive experience and benefitted me in numerable ways. At the age of 14, the orchestra was a whole new world to me, filled with new instruments and sounds. For the first time, I saw how big the timpani was and what a bassoon sounded like. I felt like I was a part of something significant and bigger than myself, especially when I couldn’t hear anything but the booming brass in the heroic finale of Pines of Rome. Hearing the different melodies and harmonies in the orchestra created an ear, or an intuitive feeling, of knowing when my part fit in and how it affected the overall mood of the piece. In addition, I learned how to play different dynamics. For instance, when I had the melody I needed to play louder, and when I had the harmony, I needed to step back and support the melody in the other instruments. Also, the atmosphere was friendly and non-competitive. For example, the seating auditions included playing for a tape in a small room without the anxiety of playing in front of judges or a conductor. In addition, I met many friends, many of whom are now my classmates. Thus, Rowan Youth Orchestra gave me the opportunity to learn the necessary skill of playing in an orchestra at a young age without a competitive experience. I learned to love music for itself and play my part, no matter where I sat in the orchestra.
In addition, one of my friends, Taylor, describes her first experience at Rowan Youth Orchestra. A French horn player, Taylor first became a member in 2008 when she was 13 years old. The first experience of playing in an orchestra can be overwhelming for most musicians, especially playing one’s part when hearing all the other instruments playing other harmonies. Taylor explained, "It was hard keeping the pace while hearing the other instruments, but after awhile I got used to it." Also, she sensed a friendly and comfortable environment. "Mr. Gardner was very nurturing," she says. But most importantly, this experience at a young age furthered her development as a musician and inspired her to pursue music professionally. Now a senior in high school, Taylor is applying to colleges for music performance. She also is a member of the advanced and prestigious Philadelphia Youth Orchestra. "The experience of playing in an orchestra in a friendly environment with an encouraging conductor prepared me for harder music and a competitive environment at Philadelphia Youth Orchestra. It also made me realize that playing in an orchestra was what I wanted to do in my life. Rowan Youth Orchestra was an awesome and extremely fun experience."
Consequently, Rowan Youth Orchestra creates a positive learning experience for the aspiring musician. Learning to play in an orchestra with a relaxed and non-competitive atmosphere uplifts the vulnerable and delicate age of youth. Although there are many high school bands and orchestras, Rowan Youth Orchestra offers a more challenging repertoire, ranging from a variety of genres including 20th century music. In addition, many advanced musicians encourage and inspire younger musicians and are good role models. Rowan Youth Orchestra is a foundation for the youth to build experiences that shape their musical futures.
　

Best Pizza at Rowan - Draft

At a very young age, almost all American children are introduced to pizza. It is easy to make, easy to eat, easy to clean up, and something about it appeals to people nationwide. One of the reasons this item is sold nationwide is because it can be made in so many different ways. It can be made in a gourmet restaurant or a fast food chain. Any topping can be put on pizza in order for it to fit specific taste buds. The “easy” factor behind pizza is why it is such a big food at colleges. College students are on their own for the first time and resorting to eating frozen/microwaved meals and also eating out. Ordering pizza is fast, easy, and fits right into a college student’s budget. At Rowan University, there are over twenty pizza places in the area, but the question of which one is the best is a constant debate.

When stepping foot on this campus as a freshman, everything is new. One of the main ways to learn the on-goings on campus and to learn what’s “hot” is to ask the upperclassmen. They have been here for at least a year, giving them a chance to test different fast food restaurants in the area to decide on a favorite. There are many factors that come into play when choosing a favorite pizza place: taste, price, acceptance of BoroBucks, delivery, location, etc. Clearly these preferences change from person to person, but there is still a general consensus of what is most people’s favorite. I polled the Women’s Lacrosse team at Rowan in order to see what this consensus was. This was a good group to poll because of the different age groups and living situations on the team. When twenty-five girls were polled, twenty-one said Nick’s Pizzeria, three said Cicontes, and one said Papa John’s. Clearly, Nick’s Pizzeria was the overwhelming winner.

When Nick’s was the answer of over eighty percent of the team, I chose to look into why that may be. I don’t think it was just because of the good taste, because any fresh cooked pizza will taste amazing compared to Ramen, EZ Mac, and the cafeteria. I think one of the main reasons that this polled so high is because they take BoroBucks. When choosing how to spend money in college, a student must be economical. Mainly, BoroBucks are put on a student’s Rowan card at the beginning of the semester along with the meal plan, so they are prepaid. For many, this is paid for by our parents, making it that much better to pay with it rather that our own cash. Nick’s Pizzeria is one of the only pizzeria’s nearby that accepts BoroBucks; Cicontes and Papa John’s do not. This is clearly one of the main reasons that Nick’s trumped any other pizzeria in the poll. For the people who do not have or run out of boro bucks and have to pay cash, Nick’s is still cheaper. It is simply $10 for a large pizza at Nick’s, while it is $12 at Cicontes. Location also has a lot to do with picking a pizza place if you do not want to pay a tip and choose to pick up your pizza. Nick’s is located in a plaza on Delsea Drive, which is a three minute drive from anywhere on campus but you cannot walk there. Cicontes on the other hand is located on Rt 322 right next to Campus Crossings, Triad, and Beau. The students who live in these buildings have the option to walk here; save gas and tip money. The option of delivery is not a problem for any of the three pizza places that were given because they all deliver. This may have been why these three were chosen over some of the other ones nearby, but most of the pizzerias deliver because they know they need the college students’ business.

It is apparent that the sample size of twenty five that I chose seems to be relatively comparable to the Rowan University campus body as a whole. I believe this because I chose to ask both Nick’s Pizzeria and Cicontes about how many pizzas do they average on a daily basis. I thought that this could show how others would clearly agree with the choice of the lacrosse team. When asked this question, Nick’s estimated that they average 150 pizzas each day while Cicontes estimated only 100. Nick’s triumphed Cicontes in votes 4:1 and pizzas 3:2. By analyzing these statistics, one may come to the conclusion that the best pizza place on campus is Nick’s Pizzeria.

It is clear that pizza is a large part of college students’ diet, and the choice of pizza depends on many variables. A pizza place that wants to have the best business must accept BoroBucks, deliver, be open late, be cheap, and last but not least taste good. According to Rowan University Women’s Lacrosse team, Nick’s Pizzeria is the best place to get pizza around campus. It fulfills everything the average students may desire in a pizza place. It is also apparent that such a diet is not only common to college students. There are 3 billion pizzas sold each year in the US; 350 slices eaten each second.



References

N/A. "Pizza Trivia & Statistics." Your Guide To Pizza. Onion Skin Press, 2010. Web. 07 Feb. 2011. .

Manager at Nick's Pizzeria. "Pizza Statistics." Telephone interview. 7 Feb. 2011.

Manager at Cicontes. "Pizza Statistics." Telephone interview. 7 Feb. 2011.

Rowan Ghost Stories

Everyone loves a ghost story. No matter how unbelievable they get, most people get a certain thrill from hearing tales that should be impossible. Here at Rowan University, a fair share of ghost stories circulate around campus, mostly centered on experiences in Bunce Hall. Overtime the number of ghost stories on campus has grown. Some people might feel a little frightened about sharing their classrooms with a number of spirits, so let’s all look at the stories together and determine whether the ghost and ghouls of the old buildings are really spirits to fear or innocent imagination.
More than a few tales tell of spirits that walk the halls of Bunce. Some stories tell of objects moving away from and towards people. According to Rob Kilmowski, a theatre major, a nailgun moved away from him as he tried to reach it and then moved back when he looked for it (para 11). Rob Kilmowski also says that he saw a face inside a bathroom near the Green Room, an area of Bunce Hall that is said to be occupied by a dark presence (para 15-19). It isn’t just one student who claims to witness supernatural activity. A theatre professor, Tom Fusco, claimed to hear floors creaking by themselves while working late at night in the building (para 33). He does mention that it could just be a maintenance guy. Obviously, there are plenty of others who haven’t witnessed any of these strange occurences, and plenty of people say that nothing lives in Bunce Hall. For example, Shaheed Sabir, a college junior, says that “it gets inside people’s heads and just makes them mental.” (para 25).
The Bunce Hall hauntings gained enough popularity to attract a paranormal investigation team, South Jersey Ghost Research (para 26). In 2007 after studying the building, the group found evidence the support the hypothesis that Bunce Hall is indeed haunted, including electronic voice phenomena (EVP) and images on an infrared motion sensor (para 29). According to Sharon Carroll, a spokesperson for the group, most of the evidence was found in the auditorium areas like the control booth and seating (para 28). According to the South Jersey Ghost Research group, there is a theory that suggests spirits of the dead return to places they enjoyed in life. This causes many hauntings to center around theatres and classrooms (para 31). Combined with Kilmowski’s statement,” the spirits are benevolent,” the SJGH is suggesting that, the spirits are harmless. They are merely pranksters that don’t have anywhere else to be.
Several of the stories surrounding Bunce Hall have even made it into a book. “Haunted New Jersey” is a collection of orally shared stories from across the Garden State (para 4). “Rowan Today” mentions two different phenomena captured in the local, history book. The first is the old owner of Hollybush mansion, Thomas Whitney. Supposedly, he walks around campus at night, disappointedly looking around at all the changes made to the campus over the years (para 1,3). The other focuses on an old, dramatic arts teacher named Elizabeth Tohill, namesake of Rowan’s Tohill Auditorium. Students often see her during their rehearsals and performances. One time, she was even see briefly in a musical during a song chorus (para 3). However, a later issue of “Rowan Today” says that it is assumed the spirit belongs to Elizabeth Tohill, but the spirit has never been identified (para 14).
Are all these stories true? Probably not. It’s hard to argue with seeing objects move of their own will, even harder when you see ghostly figures yourself. However, hearing a noise “go bump in the night” is hardly a sign of spirits reaching out of the grave, especially when the one who hears it admits it could very easily be something else. Professor Fusco went so far as to give suggestions to what could have made the noise. It could have been a ghost sure, but it also could have been a maintenance guy, a janitor, or a student. It could have easily been another teacher burning the midnight oil also.
Among all this evidence, can you deny that there is absolutely no sort of ghost activity going on at Rowan? Or course not. There have been numerous accounts of students and staff alike who witness unexplained events. Investigators have been in and out of the haunting sites and did not dismiss the accounts as imagination. Who knows, maybe if you visit the old Bunce Hall auditorium and keep an open mind during your stay, you may see something inexplicable yourself. It could even be one of the famous ghosts wandering among their living memories.















Works Cited
"{rowantoday} - News and Happenings at Rowan University." Rowan University. 28 Oct. 2008. Web. 08 Feb. 2011. .
“{rowantoday} - News and Happenings at Rowan University.” Rowan University. 30 Sep. 2005. Web.
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Guide to the 'Boro: Residential Relief versus Commuter Chaos (Draft #2)

Alisha Donelson
Linda Bateman
College Composition I
February 5th, 2011
2nd DRAFT
Residential Relief versus Commuter Chaos

Freedom, individualism, the hope for new friends, a new beginning-the four best years of your life- the desires of a new resident on campus. Security, frugalness, normalcy and content- the thoughts of a commuter. The lives of residents and commuters through the ‘Boro are very obscure and different to one another. “How do you drive a half hour every day to class?” “How on this Earth do you deal with your roommate?” The students are separated into two different worlds- the residents versus the commuters.
The worlds of these two groups at Rowan both enrolled in the institution to gain higher knowledge. Commuters are expected to be able to come to class, office hours, stay for extra time after their already scheduled courses to finish projects. How do they arrive to classes on time? By leaving early and getting a good night’s rest. Living 45 minutes away, I wake up at six for my eight am classes, leave by 6:45 and arrive to the ‘Boro by 7:30. It’s a hectic schedule but it has to be done. Unlike residents who can go for the “roll-out-of-the-bed” technique fifteen minutes before class, brush their teeth and head out their door, commuters have to be exceptional time-managers. I interviewed my ex-roommate about the times she wakes up for classes. She stated, “I get up about twenty minutes before class starts at 9:25, I brush my hair, my teeth and just wear my pj’s to class when I don’t feel like searching for clothes.” (Jessica Lomonaco) Residential buildings are located within walking distances of every classroom, the library and the eating services, making life a breeze when it comes to waking up on time for classes and meetings. During the fall semester my roommate and I would leave ten minutes before class and still have time to spare. Residential score one, commuters- zero.
Resident’s may have won that battle, but the fight of arriving to classes is not the war. The expenses of residential life versus that of commuters’ lies between the costs of maintaining a vehicle of transportation and the total cost of the dorms for first year freshmen. Commuters must contemplate the cost of new tires, gasoline, and other ‘wear-and-tear’ on their vehicles. Residents must pay semester tuition for their placement in their resident halls, individual meal-plans, and other needs while away from home and their parents. The total cost estimated by Rowan University’s Admission’s finance office for the spring 2011 semester was $5, 079. Polling the residents of Mimosa Hall on the fourth floor, many of the candidates reluctantly indicated that if it were not for their homes being over the allotted amount of miles away from the university, they would commute as well to defer the total cost of the institution and hardships placed on themselves or their families. If one were to compare this cost to the average amount of gasoline per semester of a typical commuter at thirty dollars a week, the total cost reaches approximately four hundred and thirty dollars a semester. However, if you are a commuter, you must purchase an eighty dollar parking permit which brings your ‘ballpark figure’ to around a total of five hundred ten dollars (this of course, excludes any emergency situations in both cases). Which is more economical? Score, one all.
The two worlds of Rowan University are tied yet again, but this score doesn’t show respect to who is able to become more involved on the Rowan Campus. Getting involved on campus as a commuter maybe very intimidating, overwhelming and hard to fathom. Many clubs and student representative organizations have “hard to schedule times” if you are only on campus for two hours each day. Those living on campus at any college or university are more apt to participate in school promoted events, clubs and teams. In a Canadian study of new friendships and adjustment among 1st-year university students, in-depth questionnaires and face-to-face interviews were conducted to review students' new friendships were conducted. Many students gain new friendships, new acceptance of others and are able to develop a sense of networking skills to take with them throughout and even surpassing their college days. The results of the Canadian study indicated “a significant positive relation between quality of new friendships and adjustment to university; this association was stronger for students living in residence than for those commuting to a university, Rowan University is no different. Those who are actively able to participate in clubs often have better standing over all. This brings the score to residents, two, commuter’s one.
Although the score may be two to one, commuters are able to remain relaxed in a home environment unlike the living conditions of “college life.” Rooming situations are often tough when it comes to siblings. Sharing a room, sharing closets, sharing the television, keeping the untidiness down to a minimum so mom does ground both of you, that’s the life commuters may face. However, when you’re living in on campus housing, the roommate that you’re assigned may not always be compatible with you. Family members are easier to communicate problems with, accept them for who they are. When you are faced with situations beyond your control when you are sharing a room with someone unfamiliar and vague to you, situations tend to be more complicated. Between roommates, suite mates and those sharing your hall, ground rules have to be settled, problems mustn’t go unnoticed, conflicts must be resolved otherwise during you’re entire stay In the ‘Boro will seem like an uncomfortable eternity. Rather by staying at home where you can talk things out without the fear of receiving the “silent treatment,” commuting is your best bet. Two to two sums up the score.
Whether you would like to gain independence, create new friends, start the process of breaking away from your parents and embracing new found freedom, or remain content saving money, dealing with family pressures and having the continuance of time always on your shoulders, there are benefits and downfalls to being both a commuter and a resident in the boro of Glass.

Studying at Rowan University (Draft)

Freshman year of college is very exciting for students. Students can expose themselves to new people, new activities, and new environments. However, these new experiences can also create distractions. Studying in college is crucial in passing any class, so it is very important that students create studying habits during their freshman year that they can manage and practice throughout their entire college career. These studying habits must include avoiding distractions, which can be hard for some students. In order to properly study, students have to find a stable environment in which they can concentrate. At Rowan University, the best place to study on campus is the Campbell Library. Students at Rowan and across the country utilize time management skills, read their textbooks, reward themselves, take breaks, and choose their study environment wisely in order to attain success in studying.
Time management is a key skill when attempting to study. College can be hectic, so it’s important for a college student to properly balance his or her time. According to “Learning to Study” by Herald News, the best way to arrange your time is to create a schedule. Students should organize their schedules to include not only studying, but time for extracurricular activities, leisure time, and time for social activities and functions. Schedules can be as detailed or brief as desired, or range from the day’s activities to the entire month. Students should set up certain times during the day for studying and try to stick to those times. It will be easier to study and concentrate if students are in the routine of studying. “10 Habits of Very Successful College Students” by Fatcampus.com reports that studies have shown that studying two hours for every one hour of class is an adequate and successful duration for studying. However, if students find themselves no longer able to study or concentrate, they should stop. There is no use in studying if students are not retaining the information.
One major factor that helps to contribute to success in studying is to read the textbooks assigned for the class. Buying textbooks for class is extremely important and highly recommended by “10 Things College Freshmen Should Avoid in Order to Succeed” by The Times Union. Some students often share textbooks with a classmate or borrow the book from a friend. If students share textbooks, it can become a nuisance to switch back and forth the textbook with the other person. Borrowing textbooks can also become a problem if the person who is lending the student the book has an older edition of the book. The older book could have differences in page numbers and new, updated research and points crucial to the class. If students buy their own books, they have easy access to their book at any time. They can also write in the book and take notes as they read. Some students find it helpful to highlight as they read, so they can go back later to study the key idea highlighted. Kimberly Lebb, a senior at Rowan, said reading the textbook helps her a lot. “After I read, I go back and take notes on the text, because writing things down helps me remember the material. It’s also helpful to have the notes for reference instead of having to search the textbook again.” When students have their textbooks readily available, it is easier to study when it comes time for the test. Some students do not buy their textbooks because they do not use them in class. However, many teachers construct their tests based on both their notes given in class and the textbook.
While studying, it is extremely important to take breaks. As mentioned earlier, there is no use in continuing to try to study if you cannot concentrate. If students try to study all at once, they are more likely to exhaust themselves and are unable to concentrate. It is easier to study in portions than try to cram all at once. Cramming leads to feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. Rowan freshman Melissa Calabrese said, “I find I’m more prepared for a test when I study in advance, not just the night before. I begin studying each day about five days before the test, so then I know the material.” According to “Learning to Study,” the average time span for one task is 20 minutes. It is a good idea to study a portion of text, take a break, and then move onto another portion. Students are encouraged to take breaks even if they are experiencing no trouble concentrating or enjoying their work. After studying or even on breaks, it is important for students to reward themselves. When students reward themselves for their hard work, they are reinforcing their behavior. A student is more likely to study and concentrate better if he or she knows there is a reward waiting after they accomplish their task.
A student’s environment is a huge contributing factor to successfully studying. Students should find a quiet, peaceful area to study. A noisy area or an area filled with people can be very distracting. It is hard to concentrate when there are so many things happening. Students at Rowan find the Campbell Library the best place to study. Rowan’s library offers four floors available to students, which accommodate every student. The library is open until midnight on school nights and until 5:00 PM on weekends. It is the perfect area to study and for students to do their homework if they cannot concentrate in their room. The library also offers books, magazines, and online databases, which make it easy for students to accurately research topics. Freshmen Bridget Comber and Kimberly Ryan prefer the third floor of the library. They both agree that the cubicles help with studying, because students can isolate themselves and avoid distractions. Freshman Melissa Calabrese prefers the second floor. “The second floor of the library is quiet, but you can also speak to others in a small talk group,” says Calabrese. Each floor accommodates for every student, and it is rated the best place to study at Rowan University.
In conclusion, proper studying habits are extremely important in order to succeed in college. Establishing good study skills freshman year make it easier for students to follow through with their habits until they graduate. A proper environment for studying is crucial. The environment should be free of noise and distractions, which make it easier for students to concentrate. Students at Rowan University find the Campbell Library the best place to study. It has four floors that accommodate to every student’s studying needs. Time management skills help students organize their time for studying and other activities. Students also find reading their textbooks extremely helpful, especially when they highlight the text and take notes. It is also healthy to take breaks during studying in order to avoid burning out. Another important habit is for students to reward themselves after studying. It reinforces their behavior, which makes them more likely to study again.

Works Cited
Frederick, Carrie. “Learning to Study.” Herald News. Newsbank. 31 January 1999. Web. 1 February 2011.
“10 Habits of Very Successful College Students.” Fat Campus. Web. 1 February 2011.

Lyon, Lindsay. “10 Things College Freshmen Should Avoid to Succeed.” The Times Union. Newsbank. 24 September 2006. Web. 1 February 2011.

Japanese Cuisine in the Boro

Tomo Sushi is one of the best place to get sushi in Glassboro. They have some of the best deals, friendliest staff, fastest serving times, the freshest Sushi I have ever eaten, and the atmosphere is superb. If you are a connoisseur of Japanese cuisine then you must be aware of the local places such as Tokyo Mandarin or the Peking Buffet. I’ve eaten at numerous other Sushi bars and Japanese restaurants in the area and I can honestly say none of them compare to Tomo Sushi. Allow me to explain so you do not assume I am merely a walking advertisement paid under the table by the restaurant’s owner. Even if that were the case, you have no proof!
Firstly it is necessary to discuss the preeminent selling point of Tomo, and that is the All-You-Can-Eat deal for only twenty dollars. I recall visiting the restaurant many a time and eating well over sixty dollars worth of sushi for the comfortable price of a CD. I know what you’re thinking… CDs? Where is this guy from, the 90’s? But the fact remains that if one had eaten that amount of sushi at any other restaurant the bill would be well over sixty dollars(Trust me, I have). So for those of you who can eat over twenty dollars of sushi, coming to Tomo Sushi will save you a pretty penny. And for those who are not excited by the all-you-can-eat extravaganza consider this, Tomo offers a number of other meals that I can assure you are well worth the price.
If you are unsure of my biases consider this review, “Everything I’ve had here has been fantastic, and I didn’t even like sushi when I started coming here,” (Review 1). I have brought various friends to this place who did not like sushi as well and the result was phenomenal. “Its cheap prices and wonderful food make it an experience that can’t be missed,” (Review 2). Tomo’s success is due in part to how it boasts the quantity of a buffet while simultaneously maintaining the quality of a places like Tokyo Mandarin and Sagami’s.
Another reason Tomo Sushi trumps the competition is simply: the food is exquisite. Not only does Tomo have some of the best deals but also the freshest fish. The place is so busy that they don’t have the time to serve you old sushi, everything is made on the spot the moment you place your order. I’m always for quality over quantity and Tomo embodies both, you can eat to excess like the proud American you are and still enjoy the spirituality of Japanese cuisine. But none of my descriptions or witticisms will do the food justice until one tries it for themselves. I’ve found the thing that really attracts me to the restaurant is the taste, plain and simple.
However, that’s not to say it’s all about the food. The atmosphere is very pleasant as well, and rarely is there a place where one can find such variety for the prices offered. There is not much to say about the quaint teahouse style of Tomo Sushi, it is not unlike many other traditional Japanese restaurants (that is to say, tanquil), but the service is impressive. The servers are both friendly and efficient, and after the initial wait, one can expect the food to keep coming at a surprising rate. “Everything was made fresh on sight. It was super clean quiet and cozy with a nice sized booth. I'd go back in heartbeat,” (Review 1, Yelp.com).
I’m sure by this time you’ll have assumed from my praise that Tomo Sushi is the preeminent provider of Japanese food in the state. But I do not mean to lessen the impact of the restaurant by overrating it, even though I’ve already accomplished that. If you do intend to make a culinary odyssey to Tomo I will merely say this; Do not hang on my words for you are setting yourself up for disappointment, rather enter the restaurant with an open mind, and let the food speak for itself.



Assignment #1 Citation Page

http://www.menuism.com/restaurants/tomo-sushi-glassboro-260745

http://www.yelp.com/biz/tomo-sushi-japanese-restaurant-glassboro

Richard Wackar: Rowan's Humble Legend

College Composition 1 Lee Hopkin
Professor Bateman 2/15/11


Richard Wackar: Rowan’s Humble Legend


On October 24th, 2009, Rowan University conducted a ceremony during halftime of the Buffalo State football game to rename its football stadium “Coach Richard Wackar Stadium at John Page Field.” Twenty-nine years had passed since former Rowan coach Richard Wackar left his post, yet his legacy still resounds, more than warranting this honor. The irony of the situation, however, is that Coach Wackar is the last person who would ever invite such recognition. For him, his time at Rowan was all about the service of others.
As described on the Rowan Athletics website, Richard Wackar’s career began at Rowan, then Glassboro State College, in 1956 as a physical education and health professor. During his first year on campus he assumed the duties as men’s head basketball coach. The following year he began an 8-year stint as men’s head cross-country coach. Coach Wackar’s head football coaching tenure did not begin until 1963, when he had to reinstate a program that had been absent since 1950 (Rowan Football Website). Incredibly, in 1965 Coach Wackar took on yet another head coaching position for men’s golf and went on to become the only man in NJAC history to win a conference championship in 4 different sports.
As a result of the Korean War and its conscription, Rowan was unable to field a football team due to lack of participants beginning in 1950. It was not until 1963, when Richard Wackar approached President Thomas E. Robinson, that Rowan football got its second chance. Unfortunately, Coach Wackar literally had to build the program from nothing. He was given a $5,000 sum to launch the program, but as he would later say in a Rowan football documentary, “that wasn’t a whole lot of money.” He was able to procure some equipment from the Manasquan Sharks, a defunct professional team, and rented a tractor for a day, at a cost of $100. He then preceded to create his field, which wasn’t exactly symmetrical. As Coach Wackar recalls, “The field was 3 feet higher on one end to the other, but who would know the difference? Only us. And it was not exactly facing in the right direction.”
Aside from literally building the field and resuscitating the program, Wackar built the program via his 17 seasons as head coach. The highlights during this span were 5 NJAC division titles, with 4 consecutive titles from 1974-77. His philosophy was the “3 yards and a cloud of dust” philosophy, meaning that he would run the ball relentlessly. An assistant under Wackar, and former Rowan head coach, Ted Kershner remarked in the same documentary that “We built a tradition of family . . . We also put a tremendous emphasis on the education, we wanted our kids to graduate.” Coach Wackar eventually went on to amass a record of 65-84-4.
As well known as Richard Wackar may have been in his time, and as well regarded as he is in many circles, I have found that his name is not recognized much among the student body. In an informal survey, I asked ten students if they had ever heard of Richard Wackar. Five of the students said they had heard of the name from the football stadium, but when asked to describe who he was, none of them could do so. When asked about the name Joe Paterno, current head football coach for the Pennsylvania State University Nittany Lions, four of the ten students were able to correctly identify him.
While many students today and in the future will never know Coach Wackar’s contributions to the university, or think of him in the same light as legendary coaches like Joe Paterno, Coach Wackar will never mind this. He is most content with the lives he has touched over the years and the changes he effected. Our current athletic director, Joy Solomen, in the football documentary, said that “his former players love and support him and always will.” John Bunting, former Rowan coach, said “Richard Wackar is one of the greatest people I’ve ever known in my life. To this day I think of the things that he stands for. The way he coached people. The way he treated people . . . first class all the way. The way he cares about people.”
A prime example of how Richard Wackar puts others before himself was the ruse necessary to get him to attend his own ceremony descrbed in the Gloucester County Times. When the decision was made to name the stadium in honor of coach Wackar, current coach Jay Acorsi told Coach Wackar that he was going to ask a favor of him later, and for him to just say “yes.” When later came, Jay Acorsi asked Wackar the favor of allowing the stadium to be named after him. Normally Richard Wackar would not want the attention that renaming the stadium would bring, but he had promised Coach Acorsi that he would say yes to the favor. When the two men next spoke on the phone, Wackar said to Acorsi, “You little rascal”
During the ceremony itself, Coach Wackar deflected the attention away from himself, preferring to praise those who had helped him succeed. Wackar said “It’s not me, it’s the guys who played on some of the teams I coached. It really is a tribute to them. When I look up there [at his name on the stadium], I see their names, not mine.”
Coach still shows himself to be an ordinary man of the people to this day, hosting tailgate parties on the field he constructed, what now serves as Rowan’s practice field. Here he provides friends, alumni, and faculty with coffee and sandwiches at his own expense. On the exterior and in his own mind, Richard Wackar may be nothing exceptional, but the testimony of those he has touched says otherwise.

The GLBTQ Guide to Rowan University

The GLBTQ Guide to Rowan University

(Gay, Lesbian, Transgender, Queer)

I've been there. Its your first year at college and you're ready to break out of your shell now that high school is a thing of the past. You no longer want to hide who you are and are simply want to find a place that gives you a sense of belonging. Simply having the desire to be whoever it is that you are. Welcome to Rowan University, the Glassboro, and Philadelphia areas. It is my job to make sure you are aware of exactly what this area has to offer and opportunities for you to get "out" and do something different.

Beginning on campus it is important for you to know that Rowan University is a very welcoming place and you will find that the majority of the students are in fact liberal and accepting of who you are, it is college after all. There are countless organizations the campus has to offer, but I will go into detail on four in particular which may interest you. The Democrat Club is an organization which has been popular since the beginning of the University. It creates an atmosphere in which to promote the Democratic Party in various different ways. This organization holds weekly meetings every Thursday at 6pm in the student center. They discuss current affairs happening all over the world, but especially the ones which could impact you directly. The Democrat Club does their best to make sure students are aware of an upcoming elections, candidates, and encourages everyone to go out and vote because it is the younger generation that can make a difference today.

The Progressive Student Alliance according to Rowan University "is a group whose goal is to become an activist - oriented student group that builds positive change on and off campus." Many times this organization and the Democrat Club will work together in order to achieve and strive for changes on campus. Now if you are a female and interested in feminist movements, the Lucy/Vox organization may be just the thing for you. This organization presents itself as the university’s feminist club. Throughout the school year Lucy/Vox will serve as an affiliation with the national organization of women. The students involved within this organization will become well aware of all issues dealing with women's rights and modern difficulties women still face in the 21st century.

The club at Rowan University that I most suggest you become a part of is the Gay- Straight Alliance. The Gay- Straight Alliance is more commonly referred to as GSA. GSA serves as a support group for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer (GLBTQ) students. GSA meetings are held every Wednesday at six in the student center. I have attended a number of these meetings and strongly urge any incoming student to stop in and understand what the group offers. Straight students who are in support the GLBTQ community or have friends which attend these meetings are also very active members. Year round the GSA is constantly creating new activities, from hosting and composing a rocky horror picture show to putting together a gay - mock wedding in which all students are encouraged to attend. The two main goals of this organization is to promote awareness of issues surround the GLBTQ community as well as serve as a confidential support group for any and all of its members. "It is a very laid back, safe fun, and relaxing environment. GSA is completely accepting of everyone and we always love having new members. Anyone is completely welcome and strongly encouraged to come check out what we are about," Nicole Aszaman - SGA President.

Now lets turn our attention to a different type of club shall we? A major benefit of being a GLBTQ student at Rowan means you are only a short drive away from the beautiful city Philadelphia! Philadelphia is extremely gay friendly and even has a section knows as the "Gayborhood", located from Chestnut to Pine and between 11th and Broad. Merely look for the rainbow street signs and you will know you're in the right place. If you are looking for a great time and new places to meet people there is no better place than the philadelphia Gayborhood and festivities Beginning on every Wednesday night a popular night club called Woodys located on 13th street opens its doors to anyone above the age of 18. With loud music and great DJ's the dance floor is always packed and ready for you. Every Thursday night Sisters, located on Chancellor Street, is the place to be. With an entire food buffet downstairs along with karaoke and pool tables what more could you ask for. As the night continues everyone slowly migrates upstairs where the dancing doesn't stop until 3am. Sisters and Woodys are the most popular nightclubs for the GLBTQ community in the area but if you are searching for something more relaxing or during the day Stir and the Q lounge are great options. Often the GSA organization on campus will organize car pools and ways of getting to and from the Gayborhood on particular nights so be sure to look into that if you do not have a form of transportation.

I am sure you have heard of the annual event called "Pride," but this year I encourage you to attend at least one of the following I am about to mention. Asbury Pride in New Jersey is held every June in Asbury Park. The environment consists of a large opened field with large stages and performances constantly going on. The boardwalk is a short walk away crowded with vendors for the occasion. The majority of the people who attend turn Asbury Pride make the event into an entire weekend considering it is right on the beach and hotels are relatively cheap in the area. Philadelphia Pride is held every June at Penns Landing and always has a better turn out than the year before, with live music, famous musicians, thousands of people, great food, the list goes on. Pride serves as an opportunity to come together with friends along with new faces and celebrate the GLBTQ community. Outfest is another annual Philadelphia event which thousands "come out" for. Last October Outfest attracted over 40,000 people from all over the area! This festival is held on the streets of Gayborhood and has the atmosphere of a massive block party. It is one festival you do not want to miss! The Gay Pride Organization of the Philadelphia area states that "These are the only two events during which the Philadelphia Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer community joins together and celebrates as a whole. " I always countdown the days to these particular annual events and can honestly say that with each year that goes by I enjoy them more and more. I look forward to seeing you in attendance as well as on the dance floor. College is a time where you can discover yourself, create yourself, and most importantly be yourself. Just remember one thing: You are not alone.

Draft 1 The Place to Go

The Place to Go
Want to get something to eat and tired of eating at the Student Center at Rowan, then check out PB’s Diner. It has everything for everyone and can meet all of your needs. If you want to grab something quick or if you want to go on a date PB’s is the right place. Not only does it have all kinds of food but also it’s only five away from Rowan making it the perfect place to go. PB’s Dinner is the perfect place to go off campus to get something to eat.
The great thing about PB’s diner is the versatility that it offers. Meaning that someone can go there for anything and choose from a wide variety of choices. PBs can be a place where someone can order to go, or it can a place where the whole family can go out, or it can also be a place to take a date. Whatever the occasion PB’s can satisfy your needs. According to Kathy Lizzio, a former resident in Glassboro and graduate of Glassboro State, “It was perfect. We took the kids there all the time. I have lots of good memories from that place.” Kathy Lizzio hasn’t been there since she moved eight years ago and still remembers how nice and accommodating it was. Moreover, Zach Grady, a senior at Rowan University believes, “PBs offers a friendly atmosphere; the perfect place to go on a first date.” So whether someone is going out as a family, as a couple, or even by himself PB’s is the perfect place to go. On the other hand PBs brings another type of versatility and that is the menu. Whether you want a salad, pasta, soup, seafood, steak, or a sandwich PBs has got you covered. This versatility is what makes PBS the perfect place to go.
Along with the versatility idea, not only does PB’s have a wide selection but it’s all very good. According to TripAdvisor.com PB’s Diner ranks fourth in restaurants in all of Glassboro. Another great thing about PB’s is it is unlike most other places; because it’s a diner it’s open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With serving at all times of day it allows people the option of getting dinner for breakfast and breakfast with dinner if they so choose. The possibilities are endless at PB’s dinner. Even though PB’s has good food for all three meals of the day, dinner is probably their best. Alissa S. from Sewell New Jersey writes on Insiderpages.com that dinner food at PB’s is, “Great Food. Excellent service. There turkey dinners and desserts are very good. This is the best diner in town. Never had a bad meal here, eating in or out.” I would have to agree with that diner here is best in town. For me though it’s the bread and the French onion soup that puts PB’s over the top though. So whatever you like or are in the mood for, PB’s s the perfect place to go.
Regardless of what you want to eat or why you are going PB’s is a great fit and that is what makes such a great place to go. Along with it being affordable and only five minutes away from it’s the perfect hangout or getaway from Rowan. PB’s is a wonderful place to go for a first date, family night, or even a night out alone, and maybe the most important thing is along with having good food its affordable. All Rowan University students should take advantage of such a place being so close by especially if they are getting tired of eating the same food everyday at the Student Center. PB’s can accommodate anyone which is why it’s the perfect place to go

Glassboro

Maddie De Fino
Revised draft
Comp 1

Glassboro

Nearly every town has some sort of specialty or something important that they’re known for. Each town has their own personal history that makes that particular place unique from the town next it, or the town two hours away. Life in each of these towns is different in today’s world, however, the history behind it will always be important to the town. In Glassboro, New Jersey, besides being known for being the home of Rowan University, it also has a rich history behind the name. The town was originally founded and established in the year 1779. Before it was even called a town or boro, it was called “Glass Works in the Woods” of Gloucester County. After several different ownerships of the glass company throughout the years, the glass industry in Glassboro began to die away away after a good run of over a hundred years. Of course, the town is still known as Glassboro, for they would not change the name due to the plentiful history behind it. After the fall out of the glass industry, Glassboro was transforming and started to become known for an important school, which eventually led to where we are today, Rowan University.
In 1779, a man by the name of Solomon Stanger, who originally migrated from Germany, established “Glassworks in the Woods” when he purchased 200 acres of land in what is known today as Glassboro. He was the original owner of the first glass company in the town. He conveniently located his company in today’s Glassboro for a number of reasons. The sand in the area is of good quality, and sand was a very important ingredient to manufacture glass. Also, there are a lot of oak trees in the area, which were used to fuel the glass furnaces. Lastly, the area is close to Philadelphia, which was an important area for commerce so that the company could sell and ship their products out to ports. Although Stanger was the founder, his ownership of the company didn’t end up lasting as long as he had probably expected it to. In 1781, due to the revolutionary war, the value of one dollar became only 2 cents, and Stanger no longer had enough money to keep the company going strong. He had no choice but to sell his company.
The company was bought by two men named Thomas Heston and Thomas Carpenter, and then became known as Heston-Carpenter Glass Works. The company stayed under this name until three brothers that were descendents of the Heston family ran it and eventually took it over. They renamed the company to be the Whitney Brothers Glassworks. According to searchroots.com, the story goes that a man named Ebenezer Whitney was shipwrecked off Cape May in 1806. He was injured by the shipwreck and was sent to Philidelphia by stagecoach for medical help. At some point in the journey, he stayed over at the “Heston House”. At his stay there, he met and fell in love with Bathsheba Heston. The two got married and had three sons named Thomas H., Samuel, and Eben. These three men were the ones who eventually took over the company. Under the brothers, the company led the entire glass industry in New Jersey and was most wide-ranging in the country with many varieties of style and color in the nineteenth and the beginning of the twentieth centuries. The Whitney Brothers Glassworks was then taken over by the Olive works. After the Olive works, it was re-owned and re-named several other times over the course of the years. It became the Harmony Glass Works, the Temperanceville Glass Works, Owens Bottle-Machine Company and lastly the Owens-Illinois Glass Company. Today, the last company still exists, but the products produced by the company are no longer glass based on sand. The company now produces metal tops for bottles and jars.
A little before the 1920’s, the glass industry in Glassboro was no longer as big as it had once been. At this time, Glassboro now had South Jersey’s first Normal School. According to Rowan’s school website, other towns in the county had been competing to be the home of the new school, however Glassboro had won the title. The school was a two-year training school for teachers. Many teachers in New Jersey at the time hadn’t acquired training to the extent that they should have, and adding the school to South Jersey was to fix this issue in South Jersey. A little over ten years later, the school was made a four-year school, and 3 years after that the name of the school was changed to New Jersey State Teachers College at Glassboro. Eventually the school was expanded beyond teaching, and became bigger. In 1992, an extremely generous Henry and Betty Rowan donated $100 million to the school, and the school then changed its name to Rowan to honor the donation.
Over the years, Glassboro had evolved from a town known for huge glass making companies to being known for schooling. It all began with the small purchase of 200 acres for a company, and is now a college town where many citizens live. Glassboro’s name derived from the glass making, and this history will never be forgotten, especially due to the proper name of the town. Today, there is a glass museum in Glassboro called “Heritage Glass Museum” to keep the town’s history in tact.
Works Cited
www.Glassboroonline.com
www.nj.searchroots.com
Heritage Glass museum