Episodios

  • Isha Strasser M'20 on Self-Discovery, Punk Rock, and Working in Prisons
    Aug 27 2024

    Isha Strasser M'20 traveled all over the country, which includes a stop at Rowan University in Glassboro. Strasser, who is an organizational director, and contemplative teacher, covers her background and the enjoyment of learning. Also, she talked about the challenges of being a non-traditional student while attending Rowan University, working in prisons, resiliency, and much more.

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    41 m
  • Matt Morgan '06 on the Challenges of Being an Engineer, Board Games, & Gaming Conventions
    Aug 14 2024

    Matt Morgan '06 has an eclectic background that he shares on a new edition of Beyond the Brown & Gold. Morgan's regular job is as a Department of Defense Civilian at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. However, Morgan's career also included time as a writer for Wired and MTV. He discusses his versatile background; why he chose engineering at Rowan University while also being a part of the Rowan Television Network; volunteering; and getting engaged while still in college.

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    36 m
  • Blake Winston Rice '12 on the Anatomy of Filmmaking & Advice to Students on How to Succeed
    Jul 29 2024

    Before Blake Winston Rice '12 created critically acclaimed short films for the Cannes Film Festival, he roamed Bozorth Hall at Rowan University as Radio/TV/Film major. He joins Beyond the Brown & Gold to talk about his path through the entertainment world including working as a stand-up comedian; and beginning his journey as a filmmaker. Rice details his inspiration and thought process on creating films. Also, Rice shares his thoughts on how students can achieve success as filmmakers.

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    40 m
  • Sara Rizzo '10 on Living in Kazakhstan, Working in Data Services, & How Students Can Take Chances to Succeed
    Jul 10 2024

    Rowan University alum Sara Rizzo '10 took an unusual path to land in her current position as an assistant professor & Data Services Librarian at National Louis University in Chicago. Rizzo discusses her journey (which included living in Kazakhstan) and why she decided becoming a librarian was the career path for her. Also, she talks about the importance of taking risks, her time at Rowan, and much more.

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    34 m
  • Tony Racioppi '04 on His Rise with Rowan Football, Becoming a Quarterback Coach, & Working with Athletes
    Jun 25 2024

    Tony Racioppi '04 spends his time developing the next generation of quarterbacks as a coach with Test Academy. Before he became a coach, Racioppi was one of the greatest athletes to ever to play at Rowan University. The former record-setting All-American quarterback paid a visit to Beyond the Brown & Gold to talk about his playing days as a Prof including his team's remarkable run; a big coaching change during his senior year; and the team's controversial, headline-making loss to Bridgewater College in 2001. Also, Racioppi discusses being a part of renowned Manning Passing Academy; challenges faced by today's athletes; and much more.

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    1 h
  • Teray Johnson MBA '17 on Working in Health Care, Getting Her MBA, & Being A Novelist
    Jun 10 2024

    Teray Johnson MBA '17 is the Director of Data Automation and Transformation at Lifepoint Health. She joins Beyond the Brown & Gold to talk about her unique career path that involves being a healthcare professional while also earning an MBA from Rowan University. Also, she discusses how she became a novelist; how data plays a big part in her work; why she opted to pursue an MBA at Rowan University; and some of her influences while completing the degree.

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    38 m
  • Julia Lechner '09 on Moving to California, Storytelling, & Being a Mascot
    May 27 2024

    Julia Lechner '09 is quite a creative force, who has a love for comedy and storytelling. The Rowan University graduate took decided to pick up and move out to the west coast where she hopped into the entertainment industry. A new Beyond the Brown & Gold finds Lechner discussing the transition out west post-graduation, the importance of storytelling, her time at Rowan Radio, sharing a surprise about her college days, and more. Find out how she maximized her skills and opportunities while living in California.

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    37 m
  • Jeannine Frisby LaRue '74 on Being an Educator, Lobbyist, and Commencement Speaker
    May 16 2024

    Fresh off of speaking at Rowan University's 2024 College of Education Commencement ceremony, Jeannine Frisby LaRue '74 is a guest on Beyond the Brown & Gold. Currently, Senior Vice President of the Kaufman Zita Group and an accomplished leader in New Jersey, LaRue shares her wisdom and insight on a new episode that should not be missed. She details her emotional journey as a student upon arriving to Glassboro State College and how she turned adversity into triumph. Also, LaRue talks about making the transition from education to a lobbyist; being a part of Rowan's Black Alumni Network; the famous Johnson/Kosygan summit in Glassboro; and much more.

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    43 m