Beyond The Brown & Gold
Beyond the Brown & Gold will deliver a dose of nostalgia and alma mater pride by highlighting the lives and memories of Glassboro State College and Rowan University alumni. Join hosts Rob Lightfoot ’00, M’01 and Jessica Kanady ’08, M’15 as they sit down with graduates spanning the decades and learn more about their unique college experiences, career paths, life lessons and more!
Episodes
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Daniel Jones '05 on his Rebellious College Days, Jiu Jitsu, & AI
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Tuesday Sep 10, 2024
Fresh off a flight from Key West, Florida, Daniel Jones '05 joins the program to talk about his rocky road from Rowan University to working for Xbox. Besides his work in the world of artificial intelligence, Jones has a love for jiu jitsu and mentoring young engineers. Jones shared wisdom regarding technology, being a parent, and much more during a fun trip down memory lane.
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Isha Strasser M'20 on Self-Discovery, Punk Rock, and Working in Prisons
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Tuesday Aug 27, 2024
Isha Strasser M'20 traveled all over the country, which includes a stop at Rowan University in Glassboro. Strasser, who is an organizational director, and contemplative teacher, covers her background and the enjoyment of learning. Also, she talked about the challenges of being a non-traditional student while attending Rowan University, working in prisons, resiliency, and much more.
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Wednesday Aug 14, 2024
Matt Morgan '06 has an eclectic background that he shares on a new edition of Beyond the Brown & Gold. Morgan's regular job is as a Department of Defense Civilian at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. However, Morgan's career also included time as a writer for Wired and MTV. He discusses his versatile background; why he chose engineering at Rowan University while also being a part of the Rowan Television Network; volunteering; and getting engaged while still in college.
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Monday Jul 29, 2024
Before Blake Winston Rice '12 created critically acclaimed short films for the Cannes Film Festival, he roamed Bozorth Hall at Rowan University as Radio/TV/Film major. He joins Beyond the Brown & Gold to talk about his path through the entertainment world including working as a stand-up comedian; and beginning his journey as a filmmaker. Rice details his inspiration and thought process on creating films. Also, Rice shares his thoughts on how students can achieve success as filmmakers.
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Rowan University alum Sara Rizzo '10 took an unusual path to land in her current position as an assistant professor & Data Services Librarian at National Louis University in Chicago. Rizzo discusses her journey (which included living in Kazakhstan) and why she decided becoming a librarian was the career path for her. Also, she talks about the importance of taking risks, her time at Rowan, and much more.
Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
Tuesday Jun 25, 2024
Tony Racioppi '04 spends his time developing the next generation of quarterbacks as a coach with Test Academy. Before he became a coach, Racioppi was one of the greatest athletes to ever to play at Rowan University. The former record-setting All-American quarterback paid a visit to Beyond the Brown & Gold to talk about his playing days as a Prof including his team's remarkable run; a big coaching change during his senior year; and the team's controversial, headline-making loss to Bridgewater College in 2001. Also, Racioppi discusses being a part of renowned Manning Passing Academy; challenges faced by today's athletes; and much more.
Monday Jun 10, 2024
Monday Jun 10, 2024
Teray Johnson MBA '17 is the Director of Data Automation and Transformation at Lifepoint Health. She joins Beyond the Brown & Gold to talk about her unique career path that involves being a healthcare professional while also earning an MBA from Rowan University. Also, she discusses how she became a novelist; how data plays a big part in her work; why she opted to pursue an MBA at Rowan University; and some of her influences while completing the degree.
Monday May 27, 2024
Julia Lechner '09 on Moving to California, Storytelling, & Being a Mascot
Monday May 27, 2024
Monday May 27, 2024
Julia Lechner '09 is quite a creative force, who has a love for comedy and storytelling. The Rowan University graduate took decided to pick up and move out to the west coast where she hopped into the entertainment industry. A new Beyond the Brown & Gold finds Lechner discussing the transition out west post-graduation, the importance of storytelling, her time at Rowan Radio, sharing a surprise about her college days, and more. Find out how she maximized her skills and opportunities while living in California.