Rowan Rohrer College of Business

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Project Description

Rowan University has evolved from its 1923 inception as a normal school to a comprehensive public research university whose strong reputation wields extraordinary impact upon the economic development of the region. The Rohrer College of Business, in the context of a new building, seeks to develop the entrepreneurs, business leaders, and innovators of the future by becoming South Jersey’s center for innovative thinking, strategic problem solving, and business acumen. A new gateway for Rowan University, the building invites advancement, enterprise, and ingenuity. It is a leading force in South Jersey for lasting and meaningful success.

Academic programs and business development are supported by key program elements—The Rowan Business Center: a venue for business innovation, joining the opportunities of the region with the expertise and resources of the College of Business. The Hub: a public café and lounge prompting interaction among students, faculty, and businesses leaders. The Hatchery: a state of the art entrepreneurial makerspace transitioning student business initiatives to market, and the Center for Business Professionalism: a situational space preparing students for the world of business presentations, interviews, and the interpersonal relationships of the work place.

“The building feels like our very own headquarters, a professional home. The new College of Business makes us proud to invite business partners and speakers to our school, a place where we are inspired to do more and do better together.” Ryan Klohr, President of Rowan’s Society for Management, Student ‘17

Learning environments are scaled for experiential learning, offering numerous breakout spaces with flexible, collaborative arrangements. Targeted to achieve LEED Silver, sustainability considerations emphasize energy conservation, locally sourced materials, and hydrology and ecology measures in relation to the campus’ wetland assets. The formal masonry building features an elliptical glass tower showcasing the manufacturing history of the region as depicted by glass artisans—at once a reflection of the past and the promise of the future.

“This new Rohrer College of Business serves as the pivotal gateway to the University," said Pamela Lucas Rew, FAIA, Partner, KSS Architects. "It is a beacon, literally and symbolically expressing Rowan’s commitment to academic excellence and its investment in the region’s future."