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.

SUP Boro, Draft

Moving to a location can be scary for anyone at any age. You need to learn to deal with new people, new things and getting lost in buildings you are in on a daily basis. Getting to know history of the area and places to go increase how comfortable you can feel in a new area. Luckily for me I have become acclimated to the area and I have gotten to know it pretty well. As a student, there are both things to do on and off campus.

The first thing the new students and freshman should learn about it is Student University Programmers. They offer low-cost or free activities both at Rowan and other locations. Students are offered a variety of activities to give them options, other than walking to the caf and bookstore constantly. This week alone they are offering a free movie on Wednesday, a trip to New York City to visit the Sex Museum and tickets to the Winter Ball. For those students not able to have a car on campus (freshman or students with less than 24 credits) they offer shuttles to both Wal-Mart and the Deptford Mall.

Their biggest events of the school year include a famous comedian and a big musician. In the past years Rowan has been lucky to see Bob Saget, Dane Cook, Daniel Tosh, Zach Galifinakis, and Anziz Ansari this year. Profstock began last year with Reel Big Fish and Third Eye Blind, Sean Kingston was scheduled to perform but had trouble with his flight and had to miss it. 2011’s Profstock includes new superstar Ke$ha, Ludacris and LMFAO who is primarily known for their song “Shots!” and the Jersey Shore theme song. The show will be in April and students will be able to purchase tickets for ten dollars, you can’t see any of those acts without paying at the very least thirty dollars and a processing fee on any ticketing site.

Another thing Rowan SUP offers to students is Rowan After Hours, an event that takes place three times per weekend (Thursday, Friday, Saturday). They offer free activities to those students who wish to spend their weekend doing things that do not involve drinking. While that activity is popular amongst students of all ages, Rowan After Hours has proved to be successful. They have a midnight snack bar which is a buffet style of whatever food they have planned for that day; ranging from wings, a cereal bar, pizza bar and a sundae bar.

SUP is a good answer for those not knowing what to do or who have trouble meeting people and making new friends. Their calendar can be found here (http://www.rowansup.com/) as well as FAQ and photos of past events. You can also fill out a contact form with any questions you may have about the programs and places that they offer trips to.