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Newswise: Former physician gifts Rowan University $1 million for new center for healing arts
Released: 3-Jan-2024 3:05 PM EST
Former physician gifts Rowan University $1 million for new center for healing arts
Rowan University

Left quadriplegic following a fall in his home, Dr. James George credits therapeutic art in his journey to recovery. The former ER doctor is helping to fund a new center for therapeutic art at Rowan University in New Jersey.

Newswise: Electrically heated pavements may be an efficient method for removing ice
Released: 29-Nov-2023 12:05 PM EST
Electrically heated pavements may be an efficient method for removing ice
Rowan University

Researchers from Rowan University's Center for Research & Education in Advanced Transportation Engineering Systems (CREATES) are developing an efficient, cost-effective, electrically heated pavement system designed to melt away snow and ice from roadways and airfields.

Released: 15-Nov-2023 1:05 PM EST
Positive views about aging linked to longevity, research shows
Rowan University

The key to a longer life could be the way a person perceives their aging experience, according to a new study led by Rachel Pruchno, Ph.D., professor of medicine at the New Jersey Institute for Successful Aging at Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine. Recently published by the scientific journal, The Gerontologist, the study found a significant association between the subjective successful aging (SSA) of adults ages 50-74 and their risk for mortality within nine years.

16-Oct-2023 12:05 PM EDT
New study finds 50-year trend in hurricane escalation linked to climate change
Rowan University

New research by Rowan University climate scientist Dr. Andra Garner indicates that there have been great changes to Atlantic hurricanes in just the past 50 years, with storms developing and strengthening faster.

Released: 28-Sep-2023 12:45 PM EDT
Study: Researchers find link between plastic additive and autism, ADHD
Rowan University

The incidence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has greatly increased over the last few decades. The reasons are largely unknown although environmental factors are believed to be important.

Released: 27-Sep-2023 10:05 AM EDT
Rowan University brings power of cinematic storytelling and advanced virtual reality to higher education
Rowan University

In another giant step toward reimagining higher education, Rowan University is collaborating with Dreamscape Learn and Arizona State University to launch a new approach to learning using virtual reality (VR)-enabled experiences that combine “education through exploration” pedagogy and cinematic storytelling techniques to achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Released: 20-Aug-2019 4:45 PM EDT
Back-to-School Tips From Rowan Medicine Pediatrics
Rowan University

Heading back to school after the long summer causes jubilation in many parents but the adjustment and the anxiety for children can make the transition very difficult. To help ease that transition, Rowan Medicine pediatrician Dr. Tanya Kadrmas-Iannuzzi offers these tips and advice for parents to follow: Easing back-to-school nerves Some kids are nervous or anxious about starting or going back to school – they are uncertain about leaving the home or separating from their parents.

Released: 4-Jun-2019 11:05 AM EDT
Businessman donates $3 million for Rowan University pet therapy program
Rowan University

Shreiber’s gift will establish an endowment to create a self-sustaining program to bring certified therapy dogs to Rowan’s Glassboro, N.J. campus.

Released: 2-May-2019 3:05 PM EDT
Rowan University Chemical Engineering students help take java green
Rowan University

Rowan University chemical engineering students are helping make coffee go green. That’s a good thing, as they are exploring ways to reduce waste, recover excess water, and save energy in coffee manufacturing, making the production process more environmentally friendly for one of America’s favorite beverages.

Released: 12-Apr-2019 4:35 PM EDT
Juggling two jobs, family and school wasn't easy, but for new R.N.-to-B.S.N. grad it was worth it
Rowan University

She's 50. A mom of five. Grandmom of five. Works two jobs. And she's earning a new nursing degree this May.

Released: 13-Mar-2019 10:00 AM EDT
College of Science & Mathematics Cancer Researcher Publishes in Nature Communications
Rowan University

The diseases are very different – cancer and Parkinson’s – but Dr. Mary Alpaugh’s goal is the same: if not to eradicate them, then at least to find effective drugs to treat them.

Released: 25-Jan-2019 10:05 AM EST
Rowan University announces $3+ million in funding for research in Camden
Rowan University

Rowan University, Glassboro, New Jersey, has announced the first grants of the Camden Health Research Initiative, a $50 million pledge by the University to fund research in and/or impacting the City of Camden during the next 10 years.

Released: 15-Jan-2019 11:05 AM EST
Sustainability: More Than a Buzzword at RU’s New Sustainable Facilities Center
Rowan University

Rowan University researchers are interested in keeping things green and cost-effective – not only on campus, but also in readiness centers (formerly known as armories) and other sites across New Jersey.

Released: 27-Nov-2018 2:05 PM EST
U.S. Senator Booker, Rep. Norcross discuss issues with Rowan student military personnel
Rowan University

United States Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Rep. Donald Norcross (D-N.J., 1st District), discussed a range of issues with Rowan student veterans and active military personnel Tuesday during a meeting in the Marketplace dining hall.

Released: 16-Aug-2018 3:05 PM EDT
Rowan’s Online Legal Studies Program Ranked Among Best in Study
Rowan University

Rowan University this summer was included on a College Choice list of institutions offering the best and most affordable online legal studies programs.

Released: 12-Apr-2018 3:05 PM EDT
RTF Faculty, Students to Be Honored with BEA Awards
Rowan University

Rowan faculty and students from the College of Communication & Creative Arts will be honored this week with five awards

Released: 12-Apr-2018 3:05 PM EDT
Money Magazine names Rowan a “Best College for Your Money”
Rowan University

Money Magazine this week included Rowan University among a group of the most valuable schools in America, colleges and universities where the cost of attending is well offset by earning potential for their graduates.

Released: 8-Feb-2018 10:05 AM EST
This Valentine's Day: Don’t love your SO to the Moon and back
Rowan University

Rowan U physics instructor takes a fun look at the phrase "love you to the Moon and back" in time for Valentine's Day.

Released: 15-Dec-2017 10:05 AM EST
Turning ‘Give Me’ Into ‘Give Ye’
Rowan University

Ads for the latest toy or gadget captivate kids and pin parents between tight budgets and the desire to fulfill their children's wishes. Dr. Jennifer Caudle offers tips on helping to limit those wish lists and on reminding children this is also the season for giving.

Released: 16-Nov-2017 12:05 PM EST
Leave Family Feuds Off Your Thanksgiving Menu
Rowan University

Thanksgiving is one of the most popular times of the year for family reunions, but the stress of travel, preparations and today’s polarized political climate can turn up the heat on family arguments, leaving a bad taste long after the pleasant aroma of roasted turkey and pumpkin pie has drifted away.

9-Nov-2017 3:00 PM EST
$1.5 Million Gift From Give Something Back to Support Scholarships at Rowan University, Rowan College at Gloucester County
Rowan University

Give Something Back is contributing $1.5 million for scholarships for disadvantaged youth at Rowan University and Rowan College at Gloucester County in New Jersey.

Released: 27-Oct-2017 3:30 PM EDT
University President Fills Up Scholarship Pot with Homemade Hot Sauce
Rowan University

Dr. Ali Houshmand, president of Rowan University in Glassboro, New Jersey, is committed to making it easier for students to afford college. He made it personal this year when he started professionally producing his secret-recipe hot sauce to raise scholarship money for those in need.

Released: 5-Oct-2017 9:05 AM EDT
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine Receives Grant to Administer Area Health Education Center Programs
Rowan University

Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine has been awarded the first of a five-year grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to administer three Area Health Education Center programs. When completed, funding for the award will exceed $1.5 million.

Released: 2-Oct-2017 2:05 PM EDT
Advice for Parents on Talking to Children about Violence and Mass Tragedies
Rowan University

When a tragedy strikes, young children will look to their parents to interpret the world for them and parents may struggle to find a way to help their children understand a world that could suddenly seem like a very threatening place.

   
Released: 22-Aug-2017 1:05 PM EDT
When a Lot Is Too Much: Childhood Stress and Extracurricular Activities
Rowan University

After-school activities like sports, clubs, dance lessons and volunteering provide important enrichment opportunities for schoolchildren, but too much participation without enough downtime, or participating for the wrong reasons could lead to unhealthy levels of stress in children.

Released: 5-Jul-2017 11:05 AM EDT
Kal and Lucille Rudman Foundation Affords Top Area HS Students Unique Opportunity to RAISE Medical School Pursuits
Rowan University

Thanks to the generous support of music industry legend Kal Rudman, 25 high achieving high school students will have a unique opportunity to raise their academic game this summer at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine.



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