• The Rohrer College of Business (RCB) at Rowan University is committed to cultivating student success through strong academics, leadership opportunities, project-based learning, and internships. To advance this mission, RCB is launching the Rohrer Business Mentorship Program (RMP)—an initiative designed to connect early career students with alumni and business professionals who can provide guidance on career pathways, graduate school opportunities, and professional development. By fostering a culture of mentorship, networking, and shared learning, the program aims to strengthen alumni engagement while preparing students for their next steps after graduation. Fellows will play a central role in designing and piloting the program to ensure it is impactful, engaging, and sustainable. 
• Fellow responsibilities will include: 
  • researching best practices in mentorship programs at peer institutions and identifying models that can be adapted to RCB’s goals; 
  • designing a program structure—including one-on-one mentorship, group panels, workshops, and networking events, that balances flexibility with consistency for students and alumni; 
  • developing recruitment and marketing strategies for both student mentees and alumni mentors, leveraging channels such as LinkedIn, the Rohrer alumni network, and faculty connections; 
  • creating materials such as promotional flyers, social media content, mentor/mentee guides, event outlines, and survey instruments to support launch and evaluation; 
  • piloting a mentorship cycle with a small group of students and mentors, collecting feedback, and refining the structure before full implementation; and 
  • drafting a roadmap for long-term sustainability, including potential collaboration with the Rowan University Alumni Association, opportunities for corporate sponsorship, and strategies for annual events such as a Rohrer Business Mentorship Networking Night. 
• Fellow work on this initiative will be primarily virtual, with the opportunity to participate in on-campus events such as a kickoff networking session. The project supervisor will provide guidance, review deliverables, and facilitate conversations with RCB leadership, the Rohrer Alumni Advisory Council, alumni relations, and career services staff as needed. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in student success initiatives, alumni engagement, mentorship program design, professional development strategy, higher education leadership, and sustainable program development. 

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with TixForGood, a New Jersey-based social enterprise that empowers nonprofits to grow their fundraising through innovative sweepstakes and event-based experiences. Rooted in the belief that giving should be joyful, accessible, and impactful, TixForGood partners with mission-driven organizations to create memorable campaigns that drive both revenue and engagement. This initiative seeks to expand the organization’s presence in the golf sector through partnering with regional golf courses and merchandisers to build fundraising opportunities that benefit nonprofit partners and elevate community impact. The focus of this project is to establish the strategic foundation for a sustainable and scalable golf-focused fundraising channel. The Fellow will work closely with the Executive Director of Fundraising, who will serve as the project supervisor and primary driver of external outreach.  
• The Fellow’s work will support internal strategy, content development, and market positioning to empower TixForGood’s leadership to successfully launch this new vertical. 
• Fellow responsibilities will include: 
  • conducting a regional market scan and benchmarking analysis of golf courses to identify partnership prospects based on audience demographics, charitable alignment, event-hosting infrastructure, and tournament activity; 
  • researching and assessing golf merchandisers—from emerging startups to well-known brands—to identify those most aligned with social good and brand exposure goals; 
  • investigating best practices in nonprofit golf partnerships, including models used by foundations, celebrity-hosted charity tournaments, and brand collaborations that leverage the golf audience; 
  • supporting the development of persuasive pitch content—including email templates, discussion guides, one-pagers, and concept decks—that the Executive Director may use or adapt for outreach; 
  • proposing activation ideas tailored to tournaments, charity events, and daily-fee golfer engagement, such as sweepstakes entries (e.g., “Win tickets to The Masters”) or cause-driven contests; 
  • developing a social media content strategy to spotlight early partnerships, raise campaign visibility, and celebrate aligned causes, using benchmarking data and sample content calendars; and 
  • drafting a roadmap for pilot implementation and growth, including phased regional outreach, metrics for early success, and recommendations to scale partnerships over time. 
• Fellow work on this initiative is primarily virtual, with opportunities for optional site visits or attendance at regional golf events, depending on timing and availability. The Executive Director of Fundraising will provide strategic guidance, review deliverables, and lead all external partner discussions. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in nonprofit innovation, sports and entertainment fundraising, market research, social enterprise marketing, digital content strategy, and developing scalable business models that connect brands, experiences, and causes through the power of golf. 

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with the School of Graduate Studies (SGS), led by Dean Tabbetha Dobbins with support from her team. This project addresses a university-wide opportunity to enhance career development services tailored specifically for graduate and professional students, many of whom are balancing advanced academic work with complex career goals across diverse industries. Graduate students at Rowan span a range of disciplines, from health and engineering to business, education, and the arts, and have equally diverse ambitions, including research, industry leadership, clinical practice, public service, entrepreneurship, and career change. This initiative seeks to elevate career support systems that are inclusive, adaptive, and aligned with the evolving needs of Rowan’s graduate community. 
• Fellows will gain experience in stakeholder engagement, benchmarking, program design, and communications, valuable transferable skills across industries including consulting, human resources, nonprofit leadership, corporate learning and development, public service, and higher education. Candidates with strengths in research, facilitation, and systems thinking will find this experience highly relevant for roles focused on unlocking team potential, guiding change, and advancing career success across diverse populations. 
• The chosen Fellow’s responsibilities will include: 
  • conducting a discovery and benchmarking phase to assess the current landscape of graduate career support services across Rowan: 
    • offerings provided by Rowan’s Office of Career Advancement and The Career and Professional Development Services team; 
    • career preparation activities available through the Rohrer Center for Professional Development (RCPD); and 
    • resources or support currently embedded within individual Colleges, Schools, and academic departments; 
  • creating a clear and accessible summary of currently available graduate-level career resources, designed to serve as a foundation for a student-facing orientation handout or digital flyer to be shared by SGS; 
  • benchmarking best-in-class models from peer institutions for graduate-level career services, employer partnerships, and alumni engagement strategies; 
  • engaging with Rowan graduate students via surveys, interviews, or focus groups to understand unmet needs, lived experiences, and areas for improvement; 
  • interviewing faculty and Graduate Advisory Council (GAC) members to identify program-specific gaps, effective practices, and opportunities for collaboration; and 
  • exploring the design of a new university-wide Graduate Career & Community Summit, drawing inspiration from successful Rowan undergraduate-focused career readiness events.  
• The Fellow will also assess which elements, such as professional headshots, resume review stations, elevator pitch coaching, mock interviews, alumni-led mentoring sessions, networking zones, and professional wear giveaways, could be thoughtfully adapted or reimagined to meet the unique needs of Rowan’s graduate student population.  
• The Fellow will collaborate with campus partners to cocreate a tailored, needs-responsive model and event pitch that could grow into a signature Spring event supporting career readiness, confidence-building, and cross-disciplinary community for graduate students. 
• Supporting the ongoing integration of Individual Development Plans (IDPs) into graduate student career planning efforts. An IDP is a personalized tool for guided self-reflection, self-assessment, career planning, and goal setting. The Fellow will assess existing IDP models and research, propose a recommended framework for Rowan’s context, and outline implementation steps. This may include designing customizable templates and identifying how IDPs can be used to guide goal-setting, progress tracking, and advisor-supported planning in areas such as professional growth, networking, and skill development. 
• The chosen Fellow’s deliverables will include a Graduate Career Support Discovery & Opportunity Report with the following components: 
  • a full inventory of existing services and resources 
  • a student-centered resource summary for adaptation into orientation materials 
  • recommended strategies and priorities for SGS, GAC, and Rowan’s Career Advancement & Professional Development team to consider 
  • implementation ideas and scalable pilots that could launch in Spring 2026 or beyond 
• Fellow work on this initiative will be hybrid, including virtual collaboration and on-site engagement at Rowan’s Glassboro campus. The Fellow will work closely with the SGS team and may participate in GAC meetings, sharing findings and facilitating stakeholder engagement throughout the semester. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in strategic planning, talent development, organizational leadership, workforce readiness, professional development, and creating systems that support team and individual growth. 

• Led by MBA and MS Finance Fellows, this two-semester initiative aims to design and deliver a dynamic networking experience for Rowan’s graduate business students and alumni. Fellows will drive the project from ideation to execution—with strategic support from the Fellowship Program’s administrative team and mentors—and collaborate with key stakeholders such as the Dean’s Office, Rohrer Center for Professional Development (RCPD), International Center, School of Graduate Studies, MBA Advisory Council (MBA-AC), University Advancement, Alumni Engagement, the Rohrer Alumni Council, and Fellow alumni. Through structured discovery and collaboration, Fellows will ensure the event meets the needs of students, alumni, and university partners, strengthening community connection, showcasing the value of graduate education, and enhancing support for career growth and lifelong learning. 
• Fall Semester: Planning & Design. Fellows will: 
  • conduct surveys, focus groups, and direct outreach (including LinkedIn networking) to collect insights from current students, alumni, faculty, Fellow Alumni, and university collaborators; 
  • Explore and evaluate a range of event formats (e.g., wellness retreat, speed networking, panel-mixer hybrid) to determine the concept with the strongest return on investment and stakeholder value; 
  • identify, secure, and book an appropriate on-campus event space aligned with the selected concept and expected attendance; 
  • outline the event’s structure and flow to inform catering needs, technology requirements, and day-of staffing and volunteer roles; 
  • build a proposed budget and pitch it to the Dean’s Office for approval; and 
  • begin early-stage outreach to alumni, advisory board members, and Fellow alumni for feedback, promotion, and potential engagement roles (e.g., facilitators, speakers, greeters). 
• Spring Semester: Execution & Management. Fellows will: 
  • finalize catering orders, event branding materials, and program content aligned with the event theme and audience; 
  • coordinate event promotion and invitations for MBA/MSF students and alumni, faculty, Fellow mentors, SIP project supervisors, and key campus and external partners (including Advancement, RCPD, Alumni Engagement, the Rohrer Alumni Council, the MBA Advisory Council, and Fellow alumni; 
  • facilitate registration and check-in, including name tags and/or digital profiles for ease of connection; 
  • coordinate guest parking passes and signage, and assign Fellows to welcome stations for a warm and organized arrival experience; 
  • Develop and manage a comprehensive Run of Show to guide day-of event flow, leadership roles, and support team responsibilities; 
  • capture photos and highlights during the event for social media coverage and future promotional use; 
  • encourage attendees to share their experiences using a dedicated hashtag to amplify community storytelling; 
  • lead the event with Fellows actively emceeing, facilitating conversations, engaging guests, and ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience; 
  • collect feedback from attendees, summarize insights, and deliver a final impact report to support continuous improvement and future iterations; 
• Fellow work on this initiative will be hybrid, with virtual planning meetings and in-person coordination for space reservations, event setup, and day-of presence. Fellows will work in sub-teams and have opportunities to serve as project co-leads to manage timelines, delegate responsibilities, and drive success. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in stakeholder engagement, alumni relations, event design, higher education strategy, and building inclusive, high-impact experiences that foster connection and collaboration between Rowan MBA and MS Finance graduate students, alumni, Fellow alumni, and the broader university and professional community. 

• Led by MBA and MS Finance Fellows and guided by Assistant Dean Jennifer Maden, this one-to two-semester initiative will involve designing and launching an engaging digital onboarding experience for incoming graduate business students at the Rohrer College of Business. Fellows will lead project execution with structured direction and oversight from the Fellowship Program’s administrative leadership and will collaborate with key stakeholders including the Dean’s Office, the Rohrer Center for Professional Development (RCPD), and select alumni and student contributors. The goal of this initiative is to ensure that all new MBA and MS Finance students—regardless of program modality, Concentration, or stage of career—receive consistent, high-quality onboarding that supports a successful start in graduate study. By combining a self-paced Canvas orientation course with short video segments, interactive checklists, a live virtual orientation pilot, and a complementary onboarding email series, this project will build student confidence, promote connection, and reinforce academic and professional readiness. This onboarding experience is intended to complement, rather than duplicate, Rowan’s university-wide orientation hosted by the School of Graduate Studies (SGS). While SGS offers an excellent broad introduction to Rowan, this initiative is tailored specifically to the RCB graduate business community, focusing on the unique needs, expectations, and opportunities for MBA and MS Finance students. 
• Fellows chosen for this SIP will ideally demonstrate strong content creation skills and have experience in website content management. There is the potential for one Fellow to lead the team and gain experience designing and implementing a quality control aspect of the project (with help from a Fellowship Administrator, mentor, or more seasoned Fellow with expertise in the project area).  
• The final product will be designed to: 
  • provide scalable support aligned with RCB’s academic, career, and community expectations; 
  • include trackable components (e.g., quizzes, checklists, progress reports) to support internal student success metrics and contribute to external quality and ranking assessments; 
  • feature authentic voices from current students, alumni, and RCB leadership; and 
  • be fully launched by January, with optional refinement and updates during the spring semester.  
• Fellows’ responsibilities for the Fall Semester: Discovery, Design, and Development 
  • Attend a Canvas online teaching course to learn the Canvas system (for both international and domestic Canvas hubs) and to ensure the course aligns with Rowan University standards. 
  • Conduct a preliminary market research of similar digital orientation hubs for best practices and recent advances in content delivery before conducting short surveys, interviews, or focus groups with current students, recent alumni, and support staff to identify common challenges and ideal delivery formats for onboarding content. 
  • Map and curate existing content (e.g., Graduate Handbook, RCPD resources, prior SIP materials) to support Canvas development. 
  • Draft the structure of a self-paced Canvas orientation course organized into concise, engaging modules (e.g., Academic Success, Technology & Systems, Career Resources, Networking & Community, and Program Navigation). 
  • Script and coordinate the recording of short video segments (2–3 minutes each) featuring current Fellows, alumni, key staff, and RCB leadership. 
  • Build in interactive elements such as short quizzes, checklists, and polls to encourage participation and allow progress tracking. 
  • Draft an onboarding email sequence tied to key Canvas milestones, timed for delivery before and during the first four weeks of the semester. 
  • Design and facilitate a pilot virtual orientation event, hosted live on Zoom and led by Fellows (with optional repeat sessions offered at different times for accessibility). This session will serve as an early community-building experience and provide real-time insights into students’ most common concerns and questions. 
• Fellows’ responsibilities for January Implementation: Launch and Light Refinement 
  • Finalize all Canvas content and activate the orientation course for new student access. 
  • Launch the onboarding email sequence in alignment with program start dates. 
  • Analyze participation data from the live virtual event and Canvas course to assess completion and engagement. 
  • Review student feedback from the virtual session and/or course survey to inform future revisions. 
  • Produce a short report summarizing findings, participation, and recommendations for future iterations. 
• Fellow work on this initiative will be hybrid, with virtual planning and optional in-person collaboration around content development, video production, and stakeholder meetings. Fellows will have the opportunity to serve as project co-leads and facilitators and will be expected to adhere to the January delivery milestone with appropriate delegation, documentation, and feedback loops. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in higher education leadership, academic onboarding, instructional design, or teaching. However, it also provides value for any Fellow seeking to grow in project management, stakeholder engagement, communication, and network-building. By designing an experience that supports the success of future students, Fellows will strengthen the RCB graduate business community and contribute to the long-term value of the program for peers, alumni, and institutional partners. 

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with the Rowan Innovation Venture Fund (RIVF) and Garden State Venture Partners (GVSP), private equity funds supporting entrepreneurs and technology commercialization at Rowan University and throughout the greater New Jersey area. Fellow will work with the Managing Director of the RIVF and the Managing Partners of GSVP to establish and expand upon internal operations processes and community facing initiatives to further support entrepreneurship and economic growth in the region. This project may expand to incorporate a pair or team of Fellows. Fellow(s) chosen for this project will demonstrate strong quantitative, analytical, and financial modeling skills.
• Fellow(s) will assist with fund operations, including: 
  • sourcing potential investment opportunities throughout the Rowan community, New Jersey, and the Greater Philadelphia area, including opportunities in technologies that advance modern medicine and patient treatment, promote mental health and wellness, and tackle more of society’s most pressing challenges; 
  • providing mentorship to entrepreneurs, evaluating potential investment opportunities and participating in monthly Screening Committee meetings (held remotely via MS Teams at 8:00 am, usually the fourth Friday of each month); 
  • conducting investment research/diligence and preparing investment overviews; ideal Fellow will be able to conduct interviews, provide ecosystem mapping, and synthesize industry and academic data;
  • tracking and facilitating support of portfolio companies and engaging other community members and Rowan University faculty and students, to provide support to founders and their companies; coordinating work across stakeholders from academia, government, and the private sector;
  • managing brand/marketing initiatives; creating decks and data visualizations that communicate fund strategy, performance, and impact to LPs and partners. Drafting structured, persuasive deal memos, research briefs, and internal strategy documents;
  • developing programs and initiatives in support of underrepresented and underserved founders; and
  • executing special projects (quarterly and annual reporting, research, etc.).  

• Fellow work on this initiative is virtual and on Rowan’s campus in Glassboro in collaboration with RIVF and GSVP as well as the Rowan Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the Office of Technology Commercialization.
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in entrepreneurship, venture capital, technology commercialization, economic development, law, community engagement, and small business impact to local communities.

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with TixForGood, a New Jersey-based social enterprise that empowers nonprofits to grow their fundraising through innovative sweepstakes and event-based experiences. TixForGood partners with mission-driven organizations to create memorable campaigns that engage donors and generate sustainable revenue. Building on prior Fellow contributions that clarified business models and strengthened brand foundations, this project focuses on elevating TixForGood’s digital strategy to expand reach, deepen engagement, and position the organization as a trusted partner in the philanthropic space.  
• Fellow will work closely with TixForGood’s leadership and marketing team to develop a cohesive digital strategy that leverages emerging platforms, content storytelling, and data-driven approaches to engage nonprofits, donors, and brand partners. 
• Fellow responsibilities will include: 
  • conducting a comprehensive audit of existing digital assets, campaigns, and social channels to identify opportunities for improvement in messaging, visual consistency, and conversion paths; 
  • researching best practices and trends in nonprofit digital marketing, sweepstakes fundraising, and cause-based storytelling to inform recommendations; 
  • designing a multi-platform content strategy, including: 
    • templates and guidelines for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and email campaigns; 
    • a short-form video series concept to highlight success stories and behind-the-scenes insights; 
    • recommendations for evergreen website content, such as impact case studies, donor resources, and nonprofit partner testimonials; 
  • developing a roadmap for optimizing website performance and user experience to improve partner acquisition and supporter engagement; 
  • creating sample campaign materials and a content calendar aligned with priority fundraising seasons and audience segments; and 
  • delivering a comprehensive digital strategy playbook outlining goals, tactics, and metrics to track progress over time; 
• Fellow work on this initiative will be primarily virtual with opportunities to collaborate with TixForGood leadership, marketing service providers, and nonprofit partners. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in digital strategy, social enterprise marketing, storytelling for impact, nonprofit innovation, and leveraging technology to drive community engagement and philanthropic growth. 

• Work on this project is in collaboration with the Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization (CEO). The Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization is a national nonprofit that informs, supports, and inspires college students to be entrepreneurial and to develop and grow in their fields through new enterprise creation. CEO encourages entrepreneurship across limitless academic disciplines. Headquartered at the University of Tampa and with over 250 affiliated campus chapters worldwide, CEO cultivates a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem through its programming and community-building efforts, including the annual Global Conference & Pitch Competition, which has welcomed thousands of students over the past four decades. Fellows will collaborate as a team for this exciting and rewarding Strategic Impact Project, gaining experience in nonprofit fundraising, digital marketing strategy, stakeholder engagement, and entrepreneurial ecosystem development. Fellows’ work will help CEO advance its mission to expose the next generation of changemakers to the cultural and economic value of entrepreneurship.  
• Fellows will work together to strengthen CEO’s long-term sustainability and capacity to expand access to entrepreneurship programming globally. To achieve their shared mission, Fellows will: 
  • lead the development of a fundraising strategy focused on growing sponsorship for CEO’s signature events and annual operations, including researching potential corporate and philanthropic funders, designing sponsor pitch materials, and mapping cultivation strategies that align with CEO’s entrepreneurial mission. 
  • assess CEO’s digital presence to enhance visibility among current and prospective students, university partners, and donors. This aspect of the project may involve a digital audit of social media and web content, development of engagement recommendations, and storytelling initiatives to highlight CEO alumni and student impact.  
  • Fellows may also contribute to the creation of digital outreach toolkits for campus chapter leaders seeking to grow involvement and support locally. 
• Fellows will work on this initiative virtually with counterparts from the Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization from the University of Tampa. Fellows may be required to meet on campus to coordinate duties, responsibilities, deliverables, and timelines or to share or conduct research. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in entrepreneurship and education, professional development, digital marketing, public relations, and nonprofit fundraising. 

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with OTC Services, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities through job training, day programs, and residential services, as well as providing financial assistance to economically challenged individuals. This project focuses on the planning and development of a culinary and food service program at a potential new site in Moorestown, New Jersey. The program aspires to create a welcoming space where adults with disabilities can build valuable life and vocational skills while also participating as customers and community members. 
• Fellow will work closely with OTC Services’s leadership, program development staff, and potential site partners to design a business proposal and implementation plan that ensures the program’s long-term sustainability and alignment with OTC’s mission. 
• Fellow responsibilities will include: 
  • conducting market research and benchmarking to evaluate successful models for culinary training programs serving adults with disabilities and identifying best practices in inclusive employment and community engagement; 
  • assessing space requirements, equipment needs, and operational considerations for launching and maintaining a commercial kitchen and food service environment; 
  • developing a business model that outlines revenue streams, expense projections, staffing requirements, and strategies for achieving financial sustainability; 
  • exploring funding opportunities, partnerships, and potential grant resources to help support startup costs and ongoing program operations; 
  • collaborating with OTC Services to create training curriculum recommendations and customer experience frameworks that prioritize skill-building, dignity, and inclusion; and 
  • delivering a comprehensive proposal and implementation plan that includes phased timelines, resource recommendations, risk assessments, and evaluation metrics. 
• Fellow work on this initiative is primarily virtual, with welcomed periodic site visits to the Moorestown location and OTC Services’s headquarters in Burlington Township, NJ. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in program development, inclusive workforce strategies, nonprofit management, sustainable business planning, community building, and enhancing the quality of life and independence of adults with disabilities through innovative social enterprise models. 

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with the Rowan University International Center with support from the Alumni Engagement team, in partnership with the Rohrer College of Business Fellowship Leadership Team. This initiative focuses on enhancing engagement and cross-cultural integration—areas with significant potential to enrich the international student experience and deepen connections across Rowan’s campus community.
• International students face a distinct set of challenges as they navigate cultural transitions, new academic expectations, and life in a different country. This project seeks to create a more connected, inclusive, and responsive environment by advancing support structures and student engagement models that are meaningful, sustainable, and community-oriented.
• Fellow responsibilities may include:
  • Conducting a discovery and benchmarking phase to assess current services, communication touchpoints, and engagement models by interviewing stakeholders, surveying students, and reviewing best practices at peer institutions.
  • Identifying key gaps and opportunity areas in areas such as advising, peer mentorship, resource clarity, student-life inclusion, and cultural transition support.
  • Collaborating with campus partners such as the University Career Advancement & Exploration Office, Rohrer Center for Professional Development (RCPD), and others to align academic and career readiness efforts.
  • Coordinating with the Alumni Engagement Team to host an International Student Alumni Panel during International Student Week (November 18–22) aimed at strengthening connections between international students and Rowan alumni who have navigated similar transitions. This panel will serve as a visible and community-centered launch point for deeper engagement efforts throughout the year. The panel will be open to international and domestic students, faculty, and staff. (Additional MBA Fellows will help with day of event management support). The goal is to offer students both inspiration and practical guidance while also creating opportunities for alumni to reengage around shared experiences. 
  • Proposing a low-cost, high-impact student ambassador model inspired by the Student Entrepreneurship Advisory Council (SEAC) launched by the Rowan Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (RCIE).
  • Designing a roadmap for scalable implementation by developing metrics for success and strategies to sustain and grow engagement efforts using existing systems, staff, and budgets.
  • Delivering a Strategic Engagement and Implementation Plan as the culminating output, including actionable proposals, resource-conscious strategies, and pilot-ready concepts co-developed with university stakeholders.
• Work on this initiative will be a hybrid of virtual and on-site collaboration at Rowan’s Glassboro campus. In-person interaction with students, campus partners, and the International Center team will be key to success.
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in higher education administration, student engagement, cultural exchange, organizational strategy, and international education. Strong communication, research, and collaboration skills are essential. Cultural sensitivity and a proactive mindset are highly valued.

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with OTC Services, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities through job training, day programs, and residential services, as well as providing financial assistance to economically challenged individuals. This project builds on the Phase 1 exploration of smart, assistive, and enabling technologies that support independence and quality of life for program participants. In Phase 2, the Fellow will help advance this work by facilitating the implementation of selected technologies in new residential homes and by expanding research into vocational program applications. 
• Fellow will collaborate with OTC Services’s leadership, IT Manager, and Development team to identify optimal approaches for integrating technology solutions that address daily living needs, enhance vocational skill development, and promote greater community participation for individuals with disabilities. 
• Fellow responsibilities will include: 
  • developing a detailed implementation plan for integrating smart and assistive technologies into upcoming residential housing projects, including timelines, vendor coordination, and budgeting considerations; 
  • creating training resources and guides for staff and residents to support successful adoption and use of selected technologies; 
  • conducting additional market research and benchmarking to identify best practices in applying assistive and enabling technologies within vocational training and supported employment programs; 
  • assessing potential funding opportunities, partnerships, and grant programs to help subsidize implementation and sustain technology upgrades over time; and 
  • delivering a final report outlining recommendations, implementation strategies, and evaluation frameworks for measuring impact. 
• Fellow work on this initiative is primarily virtual, with welcomed (but not required) periodic visits to OTC Services’s headquarters in Burlington Township, NJ, and potential site visits to residential and vocational program locations. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in disability inclusion and allyship, smart and assistive technologies, vocational program development, nonprofit management, and strategies for supporting underserved communities through innovation and impact-focused solutions. 

• Work on this initiative continues Part 1 of Fellow’s work with Rowan Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (RCIE). RCIE supports entrepreneurship at Rowan University, organizing over 100 speaker and networking events annually, from large-scale competitions to seed-funding initiatives for students and faculty. Building on prior efforts, this phase focuses on expanding and deepening entrepreneurship opportunities at Rowan University.  
• Fellows will:  
  • Enhance student workshops and mentorship programs created in Part 1: scale Innovation Express workshops, tailoring content based on student feedback and emerging needs; strengthen mentorship framework for Mentor Monday sessions, connecting students with professionals and RCIE resources; develop templates, guides, and worksheets to support workshop and mentorship efforts. 
  • Support the Entrepreneurship Student Advisory Board established in Part 1: provide continued guidance to the board, recruit new members, and increase awareness of the advisory board’s purpose; collaborate with board members to refine their mission and vision, identify student needs, and ensure alignment with RCIE goals; assist in maintaining engagement and sustaining impactful initiatives. 
  • Deepen outreach conducted in Part 1: create customized presentations for targeted student audiences and programs; build partnerships with faculty and staff across non-business disciplines to integrate entrepreneurship resources and activities into their curricula; act as a liaison between students, faculty, and RCIE leadership to gather feedback and enhance program offerings. 
• Fellow work on this initiative continues as a hybrid of virtual and on-site collaboration at Rowan’s Glassboro campus. Responsibilities may include attending workshops, events, and advisory board meetings in person, with flexibility for virtual coordination. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in entrepreneurship, innovation, student mentorship, community engagement, program development, interdisciplinary collaboration, organizational leadership, and scaling initiatives within campus ecosystems. 

• Work on this project is in collaboration with the Rohrer College of Business Fellowship Leadership Team. This initiative supports military-affiliated students at Rowan and alumni by providing professional development resources that align with their career goals and transferable skills. Military-affiliated students possess a range of transferable skills, including leadership, adaptability, effective communication, problem-solving under pressure, teamwork, and resilience—traits that are highly valued in both academic and professional settings. Fellow will be involved in a wide-range of multifaceted initiatives with multilevel components, all working toward fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where military-affiliated students thrive, both academically and professionally, enhancing their academic journey and ensuring their continued success as they pursue their degrees and beyond. This initiative reinforces the university’s dedication to community building, empowerment, and excellence for all students. 
• Fellow will play a key role in intelligence gathering and market research phases focused across a variety of stakeholders, which might involve: 
  • Conducting surveys, focus groups, and informal conversations with military-affiliated Rowan students and alumni.  
  • Researching best practices for in-house staff and self-support resources to ensure that veterans and military-affiliated students have access to experts well-versed in veterans’ benefits. 
  • Facilitating outreach to the higher education community specializing in military-affiliated student success, e.g., federal service academies such as the U.S. Military Academy and U.S. Naval Academy, senior military colleges like The Citadel and Texas A&M University, and state-supported maritime colleges such as the California State University Maritime Academy.  
  • Exploring initiatives that can be tailored to Rowan’s specific student population and informing program development via the Veterans Affairs Office of Gloucester County, the Veteran Career Readiness Program by FourBlock, Student Veterans of America, and the National Veterans Leadership Foundation.  
• Fellow may take part in planning, developing, and/or implementing initiatives, such as: 
  • Establishing a student-led military veterans club to foster peer mentoring, networking, and community-building among military-affiliated students.  
  • Delivering peer-led workshops to help military-affiliated students highlight their unique skills on resumes, during interviews, and in classroom discussions, emphasizing the tremendous value they add to any organization. 
  • Development of academic readiness programs, such as boot camps that prepare military-affiliated students for success with a focus on building academic confidence and offering practical skills to help students transition smoothly into their coursework.  
  • Coordinating networking events to connect students, alumni, and their families with local employers seeking to hire talent with a military background, further promoting career opportunities. 
  • Refining and expanding self-access resources such as the Graduate Business Studies Program’s Military-Affiliated Students page. 
• This project has the potential to expand over multiple semesters with the same Fellow continuing. There is also the potential for collaboration on initiatives and programming with the Rohrer Center for Professional Development, Rowan’s Office of Career Advancement, the Military Services Office at Rowan, and/or other University departments. 
• Fellow will work on this initiative virtually and on-site at the Rowan campus in Glassboro in the Fellowship Leadership Team offices in Business Hall. Fellow may be required to attend sessions, events, or meetings on campus to conduct in-person surveys, gather research from focus groups, and confer with other University departments.  
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in community-building and engagement, military and veterans, inclusivity, human resources, professional development, career services, research, academia, educational services and administration, student life and wellness, public relations and marketing. 

• Work on this initiative to be conducted under the direction of a Rowan faculty member with expertise in marketing research, marketing management and strategy, services marketing, and sales management, as well as a faculty member at DePaul University with expertise in consumer-based strategy, crisis management and consumer neuroscience. Project components focus on the second phase of a marketing research study currently under peer review that examines how companies’ responses to negative online reviews (electronic word of mouth, i.e., eWOM) affect consumer choices and perceptions and thus impact profitability. The current study aims to impact consumer empowerment outcomes (e.g., increase confidence in purchase decisions), examine social dynamics (e.g., consumer influence over the products or services other customers choose), and to make policy recommendations to protect consumers and companies in the online space (e.g., promoting transparency, fairness, and accountability in online interactions and safeguarding against false information). 
• Preferably, the Fellow chosen for this project will have fundamental coding experience in Python or R. They will also need to perform data scraping techniques, so the Fellow should have some foundational knowledge or prior experience, enough to functionally perform these techniques with some support from faculty members.
• Fellow will assist in investigating different elements of customer reviews (length of review, tone, etc.) and the firm’s response, and how these elements affect third party readers’ emotional, cognitive, and behavioral responses. Methodology may include both qualitative and quantitative elements and involve basic and advanced data analyses techniques and programs. Fellow will assist in conducting interviews, creating surveys, collecting/analyzing data, as well as disseminating findings via reports and scholarly presentations. 
• Fellow work on this initiative is a mix of virtual and on-site at Rowan’s campus in Glassboro. Fellow may be required to attend university sponsored research events (e.g., faculty-research day) and may be offered the opportunity to attend professional marketing conferences. 
• Great for candidates interested in market research, marketing strategy, brand management, services marketing, consumer purchase decisions, eWOM (electronic word of mouth), online customer reviews, digital marketing, social media impact, customer experience, customer relations, consumer protection, social and economic equity, small business protections, data analysis and interpretation, academic research and writing. 

• Work on this initiative is in collaboration with the Rohrer Center for Professional Development (RCPD). The center, which is dedicated to preparing RCB undergraduate and graduate students for flourishing careers in business, provides coaching, workshops, resume and job search training, special networking and professional development events, such as corporate field trips and job fairs, and more. Fellow will support a major rebranding and marketing effort, from the look and feel of the center to logo creation to social media outreach, for the purpose of increasing engagement.  
• This Fellowship opportunity is perfect for a creative, outgoing, savvy social media enthusiast who would like to build upon and exercise their marketing prowess, using data-driven methods to achieve observable results.  
• Fellow to conduct primary and secondary marketing and engagement research (i.e., benchmarking, surveys, focus groups) to identify problems and solutions, then remove barriers to engagement and help develop a branding strategy that will increase visibility and positive perception among the student population the center seeks to serve. In addition to research, Fellow might create a brand kit, including social media and flyer templates, and help identify best social media outlets for target audience, etc. Fellow will help RCPD answer such questions as: 
  • How would our students like to use the space in the center? 
  • How do we make our students feel welcomed at the center? 
  • In what ways might the center shape and refine its offerings? 
• Fellow will work on this initiative virtually and on-site at the Rowan campus in Glassboro in the RCPD offices in Business Hall. Fellow may be required to attend sessions or meetings on campus to conduct in-person surveys or gather research from focus groups. 
• This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in rebranding, engagement, organizational leadership, academia, education, management, community building, professional development, public relations and marketing, research, and fostering connections among diverse populations.  

Experienced Fellows with a proven track record are invited to work with their mentors to create their own custom-built projects that address business, organizational, or community needs.

See the FAQs page for more information on custom-built Projects. 

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with the Rowan Innovation Venture Fund (RIVF), a $25 million private equity fund supporting entrepreneurs and technology commercialization at Rowan University and throughout the Southern New Jersey area. Fellow worked with the Managing Director of the RIVF to establish and expand upon internal operations processes and community facing initiatives to further support entrepreneurship and economic growth in the region.  
• Fellow assisted with Rowan Innovation Venture Fund operations, including: 
  • sourcing potential investment opportunities throughout the Rowan community, Southern New Jersey and the Greater Philadelphia area, including opportunities in technologies that advance modern medicine and patient treatment, promote mental health and wellness, and tackle more of society’s most pressing challenges; 
  • providing mentorship to entrepreneurs, evaluating potential investment opportunities and participating in monthly Screening Committee meetings (held remotely via Zoom at 8:00 am, usually the fourth Friday of each month); 
  • conducting investment research/diligence and preparing investment overviews;
  • tracking and facilitating support of portfolio companies and engaging other community members and Rowan University faculty and students, to provide support to founders and their companies;  
  • managing brand/marketing initiatives; 
  • developing programs and initiatives in support of underrepresented and underserved founders; and 
  • executing special projects (quarterly and annual reporting, research, etc.).  

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with the Center for Sports Communication and Social Impact at Rowan University. The center’s mission is to pursue social impact through deliberation of current issues, service learning, exposure to diverse perspectives, and advocacy. The project aimed to conduct a thorough analysis of the current landscape of AI tools in sports to evaluate the costs associated with these technologies, assess their applications across various sports and levels, and identify potential gaps where certain sports or tiers may be left behind in the AI revolution. The center will cooperate with an international university partner with a prestigious global sports institute, sharing both resources and publishing credit jointly.
• The Fellow conducted extensive research and analysis to create a comprehensive report detailing the current state of AI tools in sports. The Fellow:
  • Cataloged and categorized AI tools currently available for sports applications based on their functionalities, such as performance analytics, injury prevention, player recruitment, and fan engagement. Evaluated where and how these AI tools are being utilized within various sports and at different levels of competition (e.g., professional, collegiate, amateur).
  • Prepared a cost analysis of the financial implications of adopting these AI tools, including initial investment, maintenance, and operational costs.
  • Investigated inclusion and exclusion to assess which sports or levels of competition may be underserved or excluded from the benefits of AI technologies, while analyzing the reasons behind these gaps, including financial, technological, or structural barriers.
  • Proposed actionable strategies for sports or levels that are at risk of being left behind in the AI revolution and developing recommendations for how these entities can effectively integrate AI tools to enhance their performance, competitiveness, and overall engagement.

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership under the direction of two Rowan faculty members, one with expertise in mechanical/bioengineering as well as in artificial intelligence’s intersection with accounting. The other faculty member supervises an interdisciplinary BA program between the School of Business and School of Earth and Environment at Rowan and is a sustainability expert serving on multiple environmental commissions and committees for various stakeholders in the state of New Jersey. Both faculty members have extensive experience presenting at conferences, researching, and publishing.  
• The lead Rowan faculty members for the project were interested in exploring and answering the question: How can we develop AI tools to assist with sustainability assessment and reporting and get businesses to actually use them? 
• The Fellow engaged in interdisciplinary collaboration for the integration of ethical considerations into AI models, ensured sustainability reporting tools aligned with global sustainability standards and ethical norms. The Fellow to collected data, developed and refined models within an AI platform, and assisted with drafting research papers and presentations, and conducted outreach efforts to connect the team with industry partners for collaborations. 

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with Rowan Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (RCIE). RCIE supports entrepreneurship at Rowan University, organizing over 100 speaker and networking events annually, from large-scale competitions to seed-funding initiatives for students and faculty. The Fellow played a key role in designing, delivering, and supporting programs that enhance entrepreneurial thinking and engagement across campus. By promoting innovative mindsets and equipping students with essential skills, the initiative supported Rowan’s mission to foster creativity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community impact. 
• The Fellow:  
  • Facilitated workshops and mentorship sessions: delivered Innovation Express workshops to teach entrepreneurial skills such as ideation, prototyping, and pitching; led Mentor Monday sessions to guide student entrepreneurs in refining business ideas, developing strategies, and addressing challenges. 
  • Promoted entrepreneurial programs and outreach: built awareness of RCIE resources, competitions, and workshops, visiting interdisciplinary classes and student organizations; represented RCIE at campus events to encourage student engagement with entrepreneurial opportunities. 
  • Established and launched the Student Advisory Board: collaborated with RCIE leadership to establish the Entrepreneurship Student Advisory Board; recruited and onboarded founding members from diverse disciplines and facilitate initial meetings; defined roles, supported goal-setting, and guided the board in proposing initiatives that align with RCIE’s mission to enhance Rowan’s student entrepreneurship ecosystem. 

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with Rowan University's Center for Sports Communication and Social Impact. National Girls and Women in Sports Day (NGWSD), launched by the Women’s Sports Foundation, celebrates the achievements of girls and women in sports while inspiring participation and leadership. Prior to COVID, Rowan hosted a robust day of events for NGWSD. Post-COVID, the event has been limited to a featured speaker. This project aimed to revitalize NGWSD on Rowan’s campus, reconceptualizing it as a dynamic event that honors its legacy while earning recognition from the National Women’s Sports Foundation.
• Fellow researched and analyzed past NGWSD events at Rowan and peer institutions to identify successes and areas for improvement including:
  • Examining Rowan’s past NGWSD events and gathering input from affiliated faculty to craft a vision for the reimagined event.
  • Researching available resources from the Women’s Sports Foundation, Rowan University, and potential campus partners.
  • Identifying barriers to executing the envisioned day and proposing actionable solutions.
  • Creating a comprehensive proposal for NGWSD 2026, including programming, partnerships, and logistical recommendations.

• Work on this initiative was a continuation of the Stage 1 project, Assessing the Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Sports. In collaboration with Rowan University's Center for Sports Communication and Social Impact, this project built on previous research to address gaps identified in the use and accessibility of AI tools within sports organizations. The Fellow focused on leveling the playing field for underrepresented sports or levels of competition, helping these entities leverage AI to enhance their competitiveness and relevance. This initiative aligns with strategic impact goals of equity and innovation by expanding access to transformative technologies within the sports industry.
• Fellow explored strategic recommendations generated in Stage 1 and engaged in targeted research and consultation including:
  • Revision of the Stage 1 report for conference submission and/or peer-reviewed journal publication.
  • Conducted focused research into specific sports organizations’ AI adoption, examining the most impactful tools.
  • Designed and conducted interviews with sport and sport media organizations to assess current usage and challenges in AI tool adoption.
  • Created a detailed case study highlighting findings and strategic insights, with the aim of submitting the case study for journal publication.
  • Identified next steps for addressing ongoing gaps in AI adoption within sports organizations.

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with OTC Services, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities through job training, day programs, and residential services, as well as providing financial assistance to economically challenged individuals.
• This project built on the Stage 1 planning phase of exploring the possibility of establishing the OTC Foundation, a separate 501(c)(3) entity designed to provide direct financial assistance, disaster relief, and expanded community support.
• The Fellow helped set the stage for the Foundation’s operational success, aligning its mission with OTC’s social impact goals to support underserved communities and individuals with disabilities. The Fellow worked with the OTC leadership team and explored the creating a separate foundation entity under OTC Services (vs. building the foundation) with the purpose of providing community assistance to individuals with disabilities as well as economically disadvantaged individuals. 

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine leadership and PAWS Farm Educational Center. PAWS Farm, established in 1979, provides a robust, hands-on educational experience where children can learn about and care for animals. In recent years, PAWS Farm has become an educational training facility for Rowan’s Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine. This project focuses on enhancing the visitor experience and long-term sustainability of PAWS Farm by developing innovative retail and activity spaces and establishing a robust fundraising strategy. The Fellows will play a key role in designing spaces, defining operational strategies, and creating plans to secure sustainable funding sources to ensure that PAWS Farm continues to serve the broader community through educational programming for generations to come. 
• Fellows collaborated across three key areas—retail space development, activity barn design, and social impact fundraising: 
  • Retail Space Development for the Welcome Center: Fellows identifed and assessed appropriate space for the retail area, including square footage needs; specified required furniture and hardware to optimize functionality and aesthetic appeal; created a merchandising strategy that highlights PAWS Farm’s mission and educational goals; designed a layout to maximize customer engagement and sales; compile a detailed list of startup costs for launching the retail space; established retail metrics, such as basket analysis, same-store sales, revenue per square foot, and profitability tracking; developed a staffing plan, integrating student opportunities similar to the Saxbys model in Business Hall; formulated a comprehensive marketing plan, blended online and offline strategies to promote the retail space. 
  • Activity Barn Design: Fellows took precise measurements of the barn structure to inform planning; drafted detailed descriptions for each area of the barn, envisioning its transformation into a mock veterinary hospital. These descriptions addressed function, target audiences, and educational/entertainment value; translated descriptions into actionable purchasing lists with estimated costs; designed a second-story loft theater, specifying layout and potential programming activities; obtained quotes for barn renovations, including structural and functional upgrades; researched grants and sponsorship opportunities to fund barn improvements. 
  • Planned for Social Impact Fundraising: Fellows collaborated with the Director of Development and identified diverse revenue streams, including retail sales, grants, sponsorships, donations, and philanthropic contributions; developed an actionable fundraising plan to ensure PAWS Farm’s financial stability and sustainability. 

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with TixForGood, a New Jersey-based LLC operating through a fiscal sponsorship with Players Philanthropy Fund, a 501(c)(3). TixForGood provides a streamlined, innovative platform that partners with nonprofits to drive impactful fundraising initiatives, offering experiences such as sweepstakes for tickets to concerts, sports events, and more. This project is designed to support TixForGood’s growth as a mission-driven organization by strengthening its digital presence, operational clarity, and storytelling capabilities.
• Fellow focused on supporting TixForGood’s growth and evolution through multifaceted initiatives, including:
  • Organizational Learning and Business Mapping: analyzed the organization's business model, revenue streams, and stakeholder relationships to document and map these elements for internal alignment; engaged with organizational leaders to understand how partnerships are built and sustained, from early relationship-building to deal closure.
  • Digital Content Audit and Strategy Development: conducted a comprehensive audit of public-facing digital content to assess alignment with TixForGood’s mission and brand; benchmarked competitors and alternatives in the nonprofit fundraising space to identify trends, opportunities, and best practices.
  • Leveraged Tools and Technology for Storytelling at Scale: optimized research tools and platforms, including AI solutions, for efficient content generation and distribution across digital channels such as websites, blogs, email, and social media; developed a baseline content library and created templates to train AI tools for storytelling tailored to different platforms.
  • Campaign Development and Execution: collaborated with TixForGood leadership, marketing service providers, and nonprofit clients to design and execute a new digital content campaign; utilized AI tools to streamline and enhance storytelling, ensuring consistency and scalability across all platforms.

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with OTC Services, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering adults with disabilities through job training, day programs, and residential services, as well as providing financial assistance to economically challenged individuals.
• Fellow will helped research options and developed a business plan to integrate ideal smart, assistive, and enabling technologies into OTC Service’s programs and residential homes of program participants.  
• Fellow worked with OTC Services IT Manager and Development staff identifying how best to incorporate the most ideal technologies to not only support the daily living and independence of individuals with disabilities but also to enhance their overall quality of life.  
• Project components included:  
  • Visits to our day program and residential programs to better understand the needs, interests, and environment of individuals served and staff members. 
  • Conducting market research, benchmarking, and intelligence gathering to better understand trends and best practices in smart, assistive, and enabling technologies, with a focus on supporting adults with disabilities. 
  • Researching technological advancements and developing strategies to integrate these technologies into OTC Service’s programs and program participants’ homes. 
  • Identifying and/or developing optimal methods for sourcing, implementing, maintaining, and updating such technologies. 
  • Building a report and analysis, including recommendations for additional actionable items. 

• Work on this project was in collaboration with the Rohrer College of Business Assistant Director for Marketing and Events. This Strategic Impact Project aimed to deepen community engagement for the Rohrer College of Business (RCB) by designing and implementing strategies to strengthen connections between RCB and its local, regional, and professional communities. 
• The Fellow: 
  • Assessed Current Engagement: conducted surveys, interviews, and focus groups with students, alumni, local businesses, and community organizations to understand RCB’s existing outreach impact and identified opportunities for enhancement. 
  • Developed Engagement Strategies: created a comprehensive plan for outreach initiatives, including mentorship programs, networking events, and community partnerships that align with RCB’s mission and values. 
  • Promoted Inclusive Programming: designed events and programs that reflect the diverse needs and interests of the community while fostering inclusivity and equity. 
  • Enhanced Social Media Strategy: assessed RCB’s current social media efforts, researched best practices, and provided recommendations to improve performance, engagement, and community impact. 
  • Implemented Digital Engagement: proposed and built frameworks for strengthening RCB’s online presence through targeted social media campaigns, virtual events, and digital content that highlights RCB’s role in the community. 
  • Evaluated and Sustained Impact: developed metrics and tools for tracking the success of community engagement initiatives and proposed a model for ongoing improvement and sustainability.

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine leadership and PAWS Farm Educational Center. PAWS Farm, established in 1979, provides a robust, hands-on educational experience where children can learn about and care for animals. In recent years, PAWS Farm has become an educational training facility for Rowan’s Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine. This project built on the foundational business plan developed during Stage 1 of the PAWS Farm Social Impact Project series. Stage 2 furthered the strategic development to enhance PAWS Farm’s operational, educational, and community impact. 
• Stage 2 was a collaborative effort with one Fellow serving as project lead. The lead Fellow guided the overall project and coordinated deliverables, and all other involved Fellows contributed to the research, strategy development, and overall recommendations.  
• The Fellows: 
  • Identifed Strategic Goals: collaborated with leadership to establish specific short- and long-term goals for PAWS Farm’s growth and sustainability. 
  • Developed Metrics for Success: created a dashboard and key performance indicators (KPIs) that measured the effectiveness of PAWS Farm’s initiatives in alignment with identified goals. 
  • Researched Best Practices: compiled national STEM-farm educational best practices to inform program enhancements and ensure alignment with innovative trends in animal science and STEM education. 
  • Conducted a Competitive Analysis: evaluated similar educational farms and institutions and benchmarked PAWS Farm’s offerings and identified opportunities for differentiation and improvement. 
  • Created Marketing Personas: developed detailed profiles of target audiences, including students, families, educators, and community partners, to inform outreach strategies and programming. 
  • Performed a Branding Study: assessed and refined PAWS Farm’s brand identity to strengthen its alignment with its mission and enhanced visibility and engagement. 

• This project was in collaboration with the Rohrer College of Business (RCB) Fellowship Leadership Team. The purpose was to elevate the quality and outcomes of Strategic Impact Projects (SIPs) by equipping Fellows with foundational project management skills tailored to the scale and scope of their initiatives. Adapting professional project management principles to SIPs, this initiative ensured enhanced project execution and performance, creating a legacy of best practices for future Fellow cohorts and long-term value for Fellow alumni through skill development that will be valuable throughout their careers.
• Fellow responsibilities included:
  • Workshops:
    • Developing and delivering three advanced workshops during the semester, focusing on planning, managing, executing, and reporting SIPs through a project management lens.
    • Incorporated industry-leading methodologies adapted to SIPs, balancing technical rigor with practical application, given scale and scope of a project or initiative.
  • Mentoring:
    • Provided high-level 1:1 mentoring and coaching to other Fellows to guide project strategy and overcome execution challenges.
    • Facilitated small group coaching sessions to foster strength in monitoring and early detection of problems; ongoing application of best practices; address common issues, and foster cross-project collaboration.
  • Support Across Group SIPs:
    • Participated in group SIP team meetings to provide insights, guidance, and support on both proactive project management planning and maintenance and general challenges.
    • Contributed to the success of multiple group SIP initiatives, leveraging professional expertise to assist with tasks or objectives that extend beyond project management.
    • Served as a collaborative team member across 5+ group SIP projects, offering broader value (beyond project management) through strategic input and tactical assistance, e.g., idea generation, feedback, problem-solving and contributions to research, survey drafts, etc.
  • Resource Development:
    • Refine the existing Project Charter template to ensure alignment with best practices in project management.
    • Develop a "Guidelines or Manual in Brief" to outline key tools, frameworks, and milestones for managing SIPs effectively.
    • Create a professional-quality video (under 10 minutes) capturing best practices, insights, and advice from the Lead Fellow and other current Fellows, designed for onboarding and training future cohorts.
  • Coordination:
    • Shared all resources, tools, and recommendations with the RCB Fellowship Administration/Leadership, who will oversee their integration into the Canvas Hub for future cohorts.

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with Startup Leaders, a 501(c)3 nonprofit formed by entrepreneurs and business leaders to offer support to startup businesses in the region, from procuring funding to finding affordable talent to connecting entrepreneurs to resources such as mentoring, professional development, and leadership training. Startup Leaders is Philadelphia’s largest network of entrepreneurial founders, mentors, and investors, with a core cultural belief that entrepreneurs are the backbone of our society. Startup Leaders’s mission is to revitalize Philadelphia, turning it once again into a hub for innovation and equitable growth, leading to technological advancements, job creation, and overall economic growth. The Fellow chosen for this Social Impact Project (SIP) conducted a data collection and analysis study under the supervision of the Startup Leaders CEO and EVP of Strategic Partnerships as well as the Board President.
• Fellow supported in researching best practices in data capture, metrics, and leveraging data analysis in the startup and incubator environments. Fellow assisted with the development and dissemination of a data collection project for the purposes of database development, economic development reporting, board reporting, and applying to grant and funding opportunities. Fellow also worked with the leadership team to analyze data and create relevant reporting for identifying and screening potential partners, measuring progress and outcomes, strategic and operational planning, and other data-driven decision-making efforts.
• The Fellow worked on this initiative with a mix of virtual and on-site meetings with the leadership team and attended Startup Leaders events. 

• Fellow worked with Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine leadership and PAWS Farm Educational Center staff to create a business plan that includes a mission statement, launch plan and operational budget for educational programs and services to be delivered at the PAWS Farm Educational Center.
• The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine is extending its teaching, clinical research, and service mission at PAWS Farm through the following programs and outreach activities. 
  • Professional skills curriculum for DVM candidates and professional graduate students 
  • Volunteering and service-learning opportunities for Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine students 
  • Career exploration programs for children across pre-K through grade 12 
  • Summer intensive program for high-achieving high school students from underrepresented populations 
  • Animal exploration summer camps for young children 
  • Open access hours to PAWS Farm for children and families to experience animal handling and care 
  • Field trip opportunities for regional school districts 

• Fellow created a report at the end of their Fellowship that assesses the effectiveness of the business plan in practice and addresses concerns for follow-up and revisions to current and future plans.
• Fellow worked on this initiative virtually and on-site at the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine of Rowan University, both on campus in Glassboro, as well at the PAWS Farm Educational Center located in Mt. Laurel, NJ. 

• Work on this project was in collaboration with OTC Services, a hyperlocal nonprofit providing comprehensive job training and placement, day programs, and residential services to adults with disabilities. OTC Services empowers adults with disabilities to reach their maximum potential by achieving their career goals through a person-centered decision-making process, tailored job opportunities, and vocational support. Additionally, OTC’s residential services prioritize personal growth and self-sufficiency, offering 24/7 support in compassionate group homes. Fellow supported OTC Services in the development of a Community Assistance Foundation to respond to the hardships individuals in OTC’s programs experience, such as loss of state benefits, personal tragedies, and other unexpected challenges. The Community Assistance Foundation also aims to provide timely and essential support for the caregivers and families of OTC’s program participants. OTC expects to raise funds through the foundation to offer grants ranging from $100 to $10,000 to address critical needs, including assistive technology, respite care, rental assistance, specialized therapies, and more. 
• Fellow became an engaged team member to support the research and early development stages of creating the new foundation in the areas of strategic planning, compliance, and identifying potential collaborators and revenue streams. Fellow aided in originating a comprehensive plan for launching the foundation, i.e., conducting a SWOT analysis to assist with goal setting and alignment with OTC’s mission, researching and establishing legal requirements, and developing robust documentation for policies and procedures. Fellow conducted market research, benchmarking, and intelligence gathering, including researching potential competitors or alternatives to OTC Services, as well as fundraising channels, potential partners, and other resources. Fellow investigated policies and regulations to ensure OTC Services is aware of potential compliance issues. 
• In a subsequent phase, the Fellow will lead a consultative process to build and refine strategic and operational planning and implementation efforts for the foundation. Fellow might create a baseline on which to establish and formalize a fundraising and grant-seeking plan that includes corporate, government, and community outreach to identify potential stakeholders, donors, and corporate partners. 
• The Fellow worked on this initiative primarily virtually, with welcomed periodic visits to the OTC Service’s headquarters in Burlington Township, NJ. 

• Work on this initiative was in collaboration with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership under the direction of two Rowan faculty members, one with expertise in sustainability, the other with expertise in behavioral economics, and both with an extensive and impressive record of research, publication, grant awards, and public speaking engagements. The leading Rowan faculty members for the project mentored the MBA Fellow since they had synchronous areas of interest and related career goals. Project components focused on investigating methods of inspiring and expanding sustainability in the golf industry, in the sense of urging facilities to adopt sustainability practices and motivating golfers to seek out such courses.
• Fellow assisted in conducting interviews, creating surveys, collecting/analyzing data, as well as drafting research papers and presentations and disseminating findings. Fellow investigated potential industry partners and helped initiate connections for future collaboration.
• This project was a mix of virtual and on-site at Rowan’s campus in Glassboro.
• Fellow gained experience in academic research, sustainability and sports, tourism industry, nature preservation/conservation, data analytics and business development, corporate social responsibility, environmental and social stewardship, and socially responsible marketing.

• Ronald Ngwashi worked in collaboration with TixForGood, a New Jersey-based LLC operating through a fiscal sponsorship with Players Philanthropy Fund, a 501(C)(3). TixForGood is dedicated to empowering nonprofits with an innovative fundraising platform that connects organizations with opportunities to amplify their impact through events and experiential philanthropy. Ronald’s role as a Nonprofit Partnership Development Specialist centered on enhancing TixForGood’s ability to foster meaningful collaborations and drive community impact.  
• Through extensive research and analysis, Ronald helped develop a groundbreaking engagement plan that redefined community engagement and premium fundraising services. Ronald worked closely with TixForGood’s leadership to expand services, strengthen technology, and build strategic partnerships. His contributions were instrumental in positioning TixForGood as a leading force in the nonprofit sector, ensuring its continued growth and ability to support organizations in achieving their missions. 
• By leveraging his expertise in finance and sustainable development, Ronald helped TixForGood refine its operational strategies and strengthen its brand. He also played a key role in highlighting the organization’s impact through digital storytelling, engaging diverse stakeholders, and advancing the vision of creating a more connected and empowered community. His efforts showcased the power of analytics and storytelling to illustrate the tangible benefits created through TixForGood’s model, which transforms ticket donations into gateways for philanthropy. 

• Ronald Ngwashi worked in collaboration with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership and the Pegasus Education Foundation (PPEF) in an economically disadvantaged community in Gloucester County, NJ. The mission of the education foundation is to enhance and enrich teaching and learning in the home community’s three pre-K–12 public schools to help prepare and inspire the academic pursuits of all students from preschool through graduation. Pegasus Education Foundation, a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization, is separate from the school district, existing solely to provide resources to maintain and improve school programs. The foundation coordinates fundraising, advocacy, institutional partnerships, and volunteer efforts for education-related initiatives aimed to benefit students. 
• Fellow Ronald Ngwashi’s role focused on developing a fundraising campaign aimed at expanding PPEF's initiatives and securing partnerships with corporations committed to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. Ronald utilized his expertise in financial strategy to play a key role in aligning PPEF’s educational goals with the priorities of potential corporate donors. Through tailored presentations and outreach efforts, he helped PPEF secure vital partnerships and laid the groundwork for the community’s new high school and early childhood STEAM centers. He also led a digital storytelling campaign, showcasing the success stories from PPEF’s programs. Ronald’s efforts helped increase visibility and engage the community. 

• Franck Gerard worked in collaboration with Samaritan, a not-for-profit organization that provides support to families in end-of-life care in comfort and dignity through a myriad of services and a team of experts including physicians, nurses, social workers, certified home health aides, spiritual support counselors, bereavement counselors, and volunteers. The focus of the project was a training initiative to assist senior executives in supporting and optimizing designated staff’s organizational capacities. 
• He designed a customized introductory course in project management—including quizzes, case studies, and other auxiliary materials, and delivered its instruction in 1-hour classes over five weeks. The “Better Practices” course was published as a workbook the client can reuse for future training initiatives. He delivered a final report with coursework templates, also for the client’s permissible use. He worked closely with staff trainees in his role as facilitator, providing valuable feedback, evaluations, and other communication. 

• Robert "Bill" Rodgers worked in collaboration with Samaritan, a not-for-profit organization that provides support to families in end-of-life care in comfort and dignity through a myriad of services and a team of experts including physicians, nurses, social workers, certified home health aides, spiritual support counselors, bereavement counselors, and volunteers.  
• He aggregated census statistics, covered a myriad of interlinking topics and perspectives, conducted analysis and created documentation aiding an internal assessment of whether vital healthcare services are reaching those that need them most. He used census data to help determine deficits in service awareness within the community and expand visibility in target areas where accessibility to services is lacking. 

• Robert "Bill" Rodgers worked in collaboration with Samaritan, a not-for-profit organization that provides support to families in end-of-life care in comfort and dignity through a myriad of services and a team of experts including physicians, nurses, social workers, certified home health aides, spiritual support counselors, bereavement counselors, and volunteers.  
• He designed and constructed a backend website database that engages community members as well as partners across multiple sectors—social work, physicians, hospice care providers, and other healthcare resources—to better target health and wellness needs in the surrounding area. He acted as the lead architect, conceptualizing, developing, and strategizing all aspects of the database, to incorporate data collection components for analysis and implementation. 

• Robert "Bill" Rodgers worked in collaboration with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership and the Pegasus Educacation Foundation (PPEF) in an economically disadvantaged community in Gloucester County, NJ. The mission of the education foundation is to enhance and enrich teaching and learning in the home community’s three pre-K–12 public schools to help prepare and inspire the academic pursuits of all students from preschool through graduation. Pegasus Education Foundation, a 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization, is separate from the school district, existing solely to provide resources to maintain and improve school programs. The foundation coordinates fundraising, advocacy, institutional partnerships, and volunteer efforts for education-related initiatives aimed to benefit students.
• Fellow Bill Rodgers led a consultative process to build and refine strategic and operational planning and implementation efforts for the foundation. He focused on expanding and formalizing a fundraising and grant-seeking plan that includes corporate, government, and community outreach.

• Ronald Ngwashi worked in collaboration with Gateway Community Action Partnership (CAP), a nonprofit organization serving as the designated community action agency for Gloucester, Salem, and Cumberland counties. With a track record spanning over two decades, Gateway CAP has forged a meaningful partnership with the Regional Foundation (formerly the Wells Fargo Foundation), engaging in successful neighborhood revitalization initiatives across the region.
• Recently, Gateway CAP secured a Neighborhood Revitalization Planning Grant from the Regional Foundation to facilitate the creation of a comprehensive revitalization plan for the Borough of Paulsboro. Employing a resident-driven approach, this endeavor aimed to develop a community roadmap deeply rooted in historical context, contemporary realities, and the lived experiences of neighborhood residents. Throughout the planning processes, a dedicated focus on diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging (DEIAB) was consistently applied. 
• Fellow Ronald Ngwashi provided project assistant services to support the Neighborhood Revitalization Planning Process. His consultancy services involved researching business development cases in comparable communities, participating in the resident engagement process (data collection, data interpretation, meeting coordination, survey development, survey dissemination, etc.), and conducting and analyzing assessments of gathered data. He contributed to mapping out targeted outcomes, goals, and objectives to inform the development of a cohesive strategy. He also supported in facilitating early-stage preparations for implementation, evaluation, and ongoing engagement.

• Larah-Ann Petersen worked in collaboration with the Rowan Innovation Venture Fund (RIVF), a $25 million private equity fund supporting entrepreneurs and technology commercialization at Rowan University and throughout the Southern New Jersey area. Fellow worked with the Managing Director of the RIVF to establish and expand upon internal operations processes and community facing initiatives to further support entrepreneurship and economic growth in the region.  
• She assisted with Rowan Innovation Venture Fund operations, including: 
  • sourced potential investment opportunities throughout the Rowan community, Southern New Jersey and the Greater Philadelphia area, including opportunities in technologies that advance modern medicine and patient treatment, promote mental health and wellness, and tackle more of society’s most pressing challenges; 
  • provided mentorship to entrepreneurs, evaluated potential investment opportunities and participated in monthly Screening Committee meetings;
  • conducted investment research/diligence and prepared investment overviews;
  • tracked and facilitated support of portfolio companies and engaged other community members and Rowan University faculty and students, to provide support to founders and their companies;  
  • managed brand/marketing initiatives; 
  • developed programs and initiatives in support of underrepresented and underserved founders; and 
  • executed special projects (quarterly and annual reporting, research, etc.). 

• Siena Rampulla worked in collaboration with TixForGood, a NJ-based LLC, operating through a fiscal sponsorship with Players Philanthropy Fund, a 501(C)(3), that provides nonprofits with a streamlined and robust fundraising avenue. 
• She became an engaged team member to support the development and expansion strategy for a startup organization whose mission is to amplify and advance fundraising opportunities for nonprofit organizations.  
• She conducted market research, benchmarking scans, and general intelligence reports to better understand trends and best practices in philanthropic giving that might help to refine or expand current organizational offerings. Serving as an Ambassador, she helped foster meaningful connections with both nonprofit and corporate leaders while attending charity events such as golf tournaments, 5K runs, galas, and dinner parties as well as professional networking events and nonprofit conferences. She helped strategically position this startup organization as a bridge between the nonprofit and for-profit sectors and in marketing sponsoring brands across various channels of new media (social media, email, website, podcasts, etc.) and in-person events. 

• Aarushi Gupta worked within Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership. She developed and implemented a social impact marketing strategy to demonstrate successes and engage stakeholders to further expand upon Rowan University’s sustainability initiatives. From academic offerings to technical changes across functional areas, engagement with student groups, and even hiring new faculty, Rowan is serious about sustainability.
• She worked to advance submission of Rowan University’s STARS sustainability impact report. The STARS report is a transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their sustainability performance.  
• Goals of the Sustainability at Rowan social marketing campaign include informing, inspiring, and sharing opportunities for participation in initiatives for both internal (students, faculty, and employees) and external (prospective students, alumni, and the broader community) audiences. 

• Zachary Rouhas collaborated with Rowan’s Center for Responsible Leadership and the Sport Ecology Group, a community of academics that addresses research related to sport and the natural environment with a goal to synthesize sport ecology research in one place so that researchers and practitioners have access to the latest information. The project focused on examining climate change-related hazards threatening fairgrounds, personnel, and attendees on Formula 1, Formula E, Extreme E, and IndyCar race sites, including risks related to heat, severe weather events, air quality, and other relevant challenges (e.g., the health of fans and racing teams). Research efforts included research design, data collection and analysis, interpretation of results, and report writing.
• Zachary was an active part of the team's research initiatives—at the intersection of climate action and sports—including creating related educational resources, webinars, workshops, and content for publications and social media. 

• Sarah Atai provided consultative services to Samaritan, a nonprofit organization that offers support to families in end-of-life care in comfort and dignity through a myriad of services and a team of experts including physicians, nurses, social workers, certified home health aides, spiritual support counselors, bereavement counselors, and volunteers.
• After assessing a need to recruit certified health aids to meet a growing demand, Sarah worked with Samaritan’s Human Resources team to support the recruitment efforts, from compiling a comprehensive list of ideal candidates through outreach to community- and faith-based organizations. With Sarah’s assistance, Samaritan successfully recruited and hired seventeen full-time certified health aides out of the twenty targeted positions. Working with Samaritan’s development team and golf tournament committee, Sarah helped raise funds to support bereaved families, hospice patients, and family caregivers. 
• Sarah advanced Samaritan’s commitment to inclusion, diversity and access. She worked with Samaritan’s marketing communications team on outreach efforts to increase access to Samaritan’s services for diverse patients and families, and she attended and reported on a BIPOC Media Landscape Panel and ESG conference in her role as consultant. 

• In collaboration with Rowan Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (RCIE) and the Collingswood Economic Development Office, Fellow Michelle Martinez assisted Dr. Colleen Kendrick, a Rowan University faculty member in the Marketing Department, in coordinating the Biz Builders Webinar. The webinar aimed to provide marketing expertise to small businesses in Collingswood NJ, offering insights on how to effectively promote their offerings within the context of being a destination location, leveraging social media, and fostering community connections. In her capacity as coordinator, Michelle acted as liaison between RCIE and stakeholders from Collingswood, NJ, during the planning period. She moderated the webinar, contributing meaningfully to the economic development initiatives in Collingswood. 

• In collaboration with the Rowan Center for Responsible Leadership, Fellow Michelle Martinez facilitated a virtual "MBA Roundtable,” a dynamic forum she organized for her fellow MBA students and other Rowan-affiliated individuals. The meeting’s purpose was to provide an insightful and educational experience for participants by giving them the opportunity to discuss and explore crucial questions around the role of finance in society and its potential as an arena for social change.  
• During the session, Michelle moderated, guiding the conversation with industry experts to delve into the intersection of finance, social equity, and corporate social responsibility, emphasizing the role that MBA students can play in bringing about meaningful change. 
• The event tackled the importance of financial education and the challenges faced by social equity initiatives in terms of funding.
• “MBA Roundtable” served as an enriching platform for graduate student participants to engage with the expert moderators and gain valuable insights for how to translate the discussed concepts into actionable steps for their personal and professional paths.