Student Blogs

This page serves as portal to student work for the Online Journalism I course at Rowan University. (For more, read the About page.) Each students is responsible for the content of her/his blog. Students are expected to adhere to a blogger’s code of ethics and the Rowan University policy on academic honesty.

Fall 2009

ARTS AND CULTURE
Backyard Buzz – Do it yourself beekeeping
The Broken G-String – Music from a strictly New Jersey perspective
For the Record – Everything from tubes to turntables in Southern NJ
I Heart Art – Philadelphia-area art
The Limited Release – Independent film and those behind it all
Makeup(con)Artist – “Because sometimes it really is worth it to splurge on that lip gloss”
Reel Life Knowledge for After College – Tips for finding a career in TV & Film after graduation
That’s What’s Up Weekly – New Jersey area arts, music, and sports events.

COLLEGE LIFE
Beer & a Bagel for Breakfast – Living on your own for the first time
Candid Campus – A unique guide to picking a college for what it really is

DIGITAL
A & B Games – Gaming news by a gamer
Collech: College Tech Blog – A technology blog aimed at the college student on a budget
Digital Relay – The South Jersey video game community
“Tweet,” said the Prof – Social networking scene at Rowan University

FOOD
Confection Chic – Baking with and for friends
Twenty-Something and Starving – An American girl’s quest for world cuisine
College Foodie – Scouring the region for the best in food and drink without going into debt

JOURNALISM
Academy A – An amateur learns photojournalism from the best
Final Frontier of Journalism – What is a journalism degree worth in Philadelphia and South Jersey?
The Unpaid Intern -  A guide to finding, keeping and surviving in the struggling profession of journalism

LOCAL SOUTH JERSEY
Bored-er Patrol – A local travel guide for the financially challenged New Jersey college student
Cross Keys Scene – Reporting on the Cross Keys corridor development
Discovering the Hicktown in Jersey – “Because there is a little bit of country everywhere you go”
Route 55 – A college girl’s random adventures off of one of South Jersey’s main highways
West Deptford Journal – West Deptford, NJ fun and news
Williamstown Treasures – Williamstown, NJ and its businesses, people, environment, and little known facts

RELIGION
Abide With Us - Catholic faith as seen through the eyes of college students
Christians After Hours – Encouraging Christian college students to continue in their faith

SOCIAL CHANGE
Arrange the Change – A student’s guide to community service
The Give Back – People and events helping out in South Jersey
Happy Life – Keep smiling even when life makes you want to cry
Marriage For All – The new civil rights fight

SPORTS AND ATHLETICS
The Final Season – Because after the last whistle blows, you still have a lot of living left to do
Motion 2.0 – Parkour/Freerunning news, views, and all things that run, jump, climb and move
RU Dancers – Covering the Rowan University dance team
Surfing Stuff – (A percentage of) all things surf… in New Jersey

Spring 2009

CULTURE
An Artistic Point of View – Contemporary artists making it in Philly
AE Philly Teen Scene – Philadelphia for the under 21 crowd
Garden State Prose and Cons – A review of literature from and about New Jersey
Rock, Paper, Scissors – Music, books, fashion confessions
South Jersey’s Hidden Treasures – Unusual, affordable destinations
The South Jersey Rialto – Curtains are rising on theatres in South Jersey
The Twilight Sage Times Blog – Catch the latest Twilight News

FASHION AND BEAUTY
Fashion Frolic – A site dedicated to Fashionistas here and beyond
Makeup Your Mind – Beauty on a Budget: Tips, Tricks and Trends

FOOD AND DRINKS
Bakers Anonymous – How extraordinary desserts can be made simple
The Best of Camden County Diners – A journey through the best places to eat
Delicious and Affordable Recipes – Cooking on a budget.
Head(cheese)Space – The snobby part of the region’s steak
Hop4Hops – Searching local brew pubs for excellent beveridges
An Omnivore’s Quest – Testing culinary limits by discovering new foods
Simplici~Tea – Life’s too short for bad tea

LIFESTYLES
Behind The Phone – Up to date news and information on cell phones and carriers
First Time for Everything – Trying new things and sharing my experiences
The Karma Police – Local holistic healing for the body and mind
SJ Skink – All about tattoo’s in South Jersey
#Ten: Lancer Evolution – From one Evo x owner to many

MUSIC
Bonnaroo or Bust! – A preview to the 2009 Bonnaroo Arts Festival
Listen in New Jersey – Everything related to the Garden State’s music scene
Ramblin’ Kid – A look at all things music in the tri-state area

POLITICS/LAW
LawBound – For students considering a career or education in the field of law
The Miseducated Negro – Because the truth should never be hidden

RELATIONSHIPS
How to Cope with Your Loss – A blog to help you deal with the loss of a loved one
Life On Venus – At least we understand each other…
A Shot @ Love On A College Budget – Cheap date ideas college students will enjoy

ROWAN LIFE
College Calories – Keeping healthy on campus – even when it’s hard
Phillies Prof-ets – The lifestyles of Rowan Phillies Phans
Pledged – Sororities, fraternities, and what it means to be greek
Prof’s Strikezone – Rowan baseball’s 2009 season
The SGA Source – A guide to the inner workings of Rowan University’s SGA

WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS
The 450 Splash- Wrestling Guide To NJ and PA
The AdamBomb Sports – Sports commentary that will blow you away!
The South Jersey Grind-  Uniting the Skaters of the Rowan Area
The Road to the Press Box – The life of the aspiring sports journalist

Fall 2008

ARTS AND MUSIC
All Metal, All The Time – Metal and rock bands in the Tri-State area
Everybody Sing – The survival of a youth choir camp
The Indie Bin – A one-stop-shop for independent film reviews

FASHION
Original Adornment – Indie jewelry
Vintage Discoveries – A college woman’s guide to being fashionable on a budget

LIFESTYLES – FOOD, DRINK, SMOKES AND PETS
A Food Coma – “Gourmet” without the dough
Hungry Student – For those brave enough to stray from the meal plan
Man’s BF4L – Because everyone needs a best friend
NJ’s Smoking Jacket – Where to go for South Jersey smoking needs
Takeout Gourmet – Eating great on a takeout budget

MEDIA
Intern Edition - Interning at NBC 40
Journalism 3.0 – The future of journalism according to a member of the facebook generation

NJ LOCAL
A Flash of Light – North Jersey’s progress in detection, safety, and lightning awareness
Gems of Jersey – The historical treasures of South Jersey
Green Without the Scene – South Jersey coastal environmental issues
Hidden History – South Jersey’s lesser known past
NJ 579 – Down a road less traveled
North Meets South – Exploring South Jersey culture
The Place To Be – Things to do in Washington Township
South Jersey Small Business Guide – Covering small businesses within and around Glassboro
Rediscovering the Grove – A historical perspective on modern day Pitman

RELATIONSHIPS
The Hot Box – Men’s interests and dating tips

ROWAN LIFE
Into Reality – Stories of life after college
Roommate Rumbles – Solving roommate disputes with civility
RU Bored – A what’s what of things around Rowan University
Rowan Worldwide – Rowan’s international students
Stranded – For students who go to Rowan and actually live here

ROWAN SPORTS
Checked 2008-2009 – Rowan ice hockey
Her Sideline – Rowan University women’s sports
The Prof’s Soccer Spot – Rowan men’s soccer
Rowan Football – Following the Profs through the NJAC
Rowan Sports Recap – Rowan football and basketball

WIDE WORLD OF SPORTS
Boo Birds – The Philadelphia Eagles and their fans
Girls Guide 2 Adventure – Round up of adventure news and expeditions
GreenSpeed Sports – Sports news from the sports fan
Secret Lives of Hockey Moms – All about little league hockey and the moms in the stands
South Jersey Buck Trails – Covering the whitetail deer hunting season
Out of the Blue – South Jersey skydiving