Every college has its own traditions—and every region has its own vocabulary. Whether you’re moving to South Jersey or just curious about local expressions, this lighthearted guide introduces some of the words and phrases you’re likely to hear around Rowan University and Glassboro. (Editor’s note: Language and slang continue to evolve, and some expressions in this article reflect common usage at the time it was originally published.)
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Molly P., senior public relations and advertising major
Vanessa Vause, senior public relations and advertising major
Justin Knecht, senior
About Rowan
Since its founding in 1923, Rowan University has evolved from a teacher preparation college to a public research institution ranked among the top 100 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral degrees and professional certificates in person and online to nearly 25,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro and its eight other locations in southern New Jersey. Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of health care, engineering, science and business, while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation; commitment to high-quality, affordable education; and the development of public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan is the fastest-growing public research university in the Northeast and among the nation’s top 10 fastest-growing, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. In 2025, Rowan opened New Jersey’s only veterinary school and is one of only two universities in the nation to offer M.D., D.O., and D.V.M. medical degrees.