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RCBC international student works toward a nursing degree with the hope of inspiring others

Ekene Okechukwu, a determined man from Nigeria, has always been passionate about healthcare and photography. He is a nursing student at Rowan College at Burlington County (RCBC), consistently striving to expand his knowledge. His dedication to his studies and hobbies reflects his desire to make a difference in the world through his work in healthcare and art.

RCBC Student Codi Korhammer Pursues Psychology Degree to Improve Lives of Nursing Home Residents

Since high school, Codi Korhammer has focused solely on musical theater. He played the leading roles in multiple plays and set his sights on Broadway. Only after leaving his first college as a theater major and joining Rowan College at Burlington County did he realize his true life’s passion.

From retired underwriter to social media intern, RCBC student shines as a finalist in regional video contest

Mount Laurel, NJ—After 36 years as an Underwriting Manager, Laura Jaskot retired and set her sights on a new learning opportunity that had nothing to do with how she had spent most of her career. 

She had begun editing videos through her church to publish services on YouTube. Despite having no editing history, she liked it and wanted to learn more.

See for yourself: See and vote for Laura Jaskot’s public service announcement by clicking here

Chemistry students to debut official college fragrances at RCBC’s Student Research Celebration on May 1

MOUNT LAUREL – A student research team will debut the official college fragrances as part of RCBC’s Student Research Celebration at noon on Wednesday, May 1.

The team spent the semester studying the chemical structures of different fragrances to develop new combinations for a cologne and perfume named the Baron and Baroness in honor of RCBC’s mascot. The team consisted of students Ariane Dos Santos, Juliana Jusino, Iman Khan and Brianna West, with guidance from Chemistry faculty members Terrence Sherlock and Dr. Laura Stewart.

RCBC President's Award winner Aislynn Fait reflects on journey from homeschooler to college graduate

MOUNT LAUREL – Aislynn Fait is a shining example of overcoming adversity. Although she faced many obstacles in her educational career, she is graduating this May with a 3.8 GPA and endless possibilities.

Fait struggled with her education before entering college. Due to family health and financial troubles, she was homeschooled until 17. Her schooling often departed from traditional curriculum courses, leaving gaps in her knowledge. Fait said she entered college with a 5th—or 6th-grade education level in certain subjects.

Turning ambition into achievement: Joseph Vercillo's remarkable journey into nursing

MOUNT LAUREL – Joseph Vercillo embarked on a remarkable journey of profound personal transformation through Rowan College at Burlington County 20 years after his last educational experience. 

Vercillo, originally from Canada, started from scratch after spending years drifting from various jobs without a firm career path. With the encouragement of his wife, he decided to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a firefighter, attending fire school and joining volunteer fire departments while working toward a career in firefighting.

After nearly giving up, RCBC fashion design student Taiwo Adekunle earns President's Award

MOUNT LAUREL – Growing up in Western Nigeria, Taiwo Adekunle dreamed of becoming a fashion designer. However, this wasn’t an option in her home country, which considered fashion more practical and a skilled trade than a prestigious pursuit.

She studied more conventional academic topics—sociology and anthropology—before her family abruptly moved to the United States. The move wiped out three years of education, and any pursuit of higher education would have to start over in a country and culture completely different from her home.