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Welcome to the News & Events e-newsletter from the College of Science & Mathematics and School of Health Professions Dean's Office. We recommend you "download pictures" for the best viewing experience. |
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Commencement Information for Graduates! |
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Remember to order your cap and gown! Please visit Rowan Barnes & Noble during normal business hours before April 16 to purchase your cap and gown or order on-line at go.rowan.edu/rowan2021regalia.
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Commencement Volunteers Needed |
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Students, please consider volunteering for a shift at one of our in-person college commencement ceremonies the week of May 10th! Thanks for making graduation day memorable for our students and their families and friends. To signup, please click here.
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Spring 2021 Final Exam Schedule |
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Enrolled students have received email notifications for each scheduled exam. Please note: Exams which only show a date and time will be offered remotely. More information about the virtual format of the final exam will be provided to students by the instructor.
Final Exam information can be viewed in the following ways:
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Via Section Tally (https://banner.rowan.edu/reports/reports.pl?task=Section_Tally);
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Via Self Service (https://www.rowan.edu/selfservice), by looking at your Spring 2021 class schedule. (The exam information will appear as the last meeting entry for each course, with a date that falls during Finals Week - 05/01 - 05/07.)
Students and faculty will be notified via Rowan email about any updates or changes to this schedule. Please be sure to review your Final Exam schedule in Self Service for the most up-to-date exam information.
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The application for summer aid is now available. This application is used to notify the Financial Aid Office of your intent to use federal subsidized/unsubsidized loans, and Parent/Grad PLUS loans for the summer term. You must be enrolled at least half-time to receive federal loans (6 credits for undergraduate students and 4.5 credits for graduate students).
You do NOT need to complete a summer aid request to receive your federal Pell grant or private loans. If you are eligible for a Pell grant we will automatically apply it to your summer statement.
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The Pass/No Credit grading option for eligible Spring 2021 courses will be available for students to choose via Self-Service Banner from May 18 through June 4, 2021. Visit the FAQs regarding the Pass/No Credit Option. Note: This option is not available to students enrolled in MD, DO, or PhD programs.
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Road to Research Webinar Series |
CSM and SHP Road to Research Webinar Series
Friday, April 16
11 a.m.-12 p.m., via Zoom
featuring:
Assistant Professor
Department of Psychology
Jonathan Mathias Lassiter, Ph.D. is a polymath who utilizes psychology, writing, and dance to help others heal and thrive. His roles include licensed clinical psychologist, professor, author, public speaker, and choreographer. As a public intellectual, Dr. Lassiter has been featured on television, radio, podcasts, and print such as PBS and Sirius XM.
Currently, Dr. Lassiter is Assistant Professor of Psychology at Rowan University, Founder and Chief Psychology Officer at Lassiter Health Initiatives, co-host of Fly on the Wall on YouTube, and Artistic Associate at The Black Acting Methods Studio.
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Department of Biological Sciences Seminar |
"Transmission dynamics of antibiotic resistant organisms between ICU surfaces and patient populations"
Presented by: Dr. Kimberley Sukhum
Monday, April 19
11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m., via Webex
Learn more about how healthcare-associated infections are a rising concern worldwide and are of particular urgency in intensive care units, where sick and immunocompromised patients are often at risk for infection during their stay.
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Rowan SOM Virtual Open House |
RowanSOM has a long track record of graduating clinically-skillful, competent and compassionate physicians that become leaders in the state of NJ and the nation.
Join us for our Virtual Open House on Saturday, April 17 at 12 p.m. to learn about our admissions process and what it takes to be a competitive applicant.
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Engaging All in the College to Career Ecosystem |
Tuesday, April 20
5:30-7:30 p.m.
This event will illustrate how you can connect your skills, talents, and gifts one dot at a time to highlight remarkable qualities that show you are ready to engage with current and future real-world workplace patterns and trends as an intern and professional.
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Dean's Distinguished Speaker Series |
Friday, April 23
2-3 p.m., via Zoom
"Accessing Housing and Residential Service for Individuals with Autism and Developmental Disabilities"
Lisa McCauly Parles, Esq.
Partner, Parles Rekem, LLP
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Friday, April 23
12-2 p.m., via Webex
The Title IX summit is hosted annually by Rowan University students who are dedicated to bringing the student experience to the forefront with respect to Title IX concerns. Join students who want to make an impact and stand for equal rights in educational environment free of sexual assault, harassment, and discrimination.
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Embattling for a Deep Fake Dystopia |
Rowan ACM-W Club Speaker
Friday, April 23
11 a.m., via Zoom
Featuring:
Like Demir
Senior Research Scientist, Intel Corporation
Recent advances in the democratization of Artificial Intelligence (AI) have been enabling the widespread use of generative models and the rise of fake content. In this talk, Ilke Demir will present FakeCatcher, which detects synthetic content in portrait videos using heart beats, as a preventive solution for the emerging threat of deep fakes.
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Chesapeake Region Professional School Panel |
Friday, April 23
1:30-3 p.m.
Attend this moderated discussion with admissions deans and directors from numerous medical schools!
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Internships & Opportunities |
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Honors Fall 2021 Application |
The Honors College Fall 2021 application is now open for current Rowan undergraduate students. All academically-motivated and community-minded are encouraged to apply by the April 9 deadline. A link to the application and recommendation form can be found on the Honors website.
Questions about the application process can be directed to 856-256-4775 or honors@rowan.edu.
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This email is distributed to undergraduate and graduate students in the College of Science &Mathematics and School of Health Professions. Past newsletters are available here. If you have questions or would like to submit content for future newsletters, please contact Brigid Milone at milone@rowan.edu.
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