Key leadership changes to move Rowan University forward Share April 29, 2021 Earlier this year, Rowan University announced a bold, forward-thinking plan that will continue to transform the University to meet the needs and drive the progress of our ever-changing world. Rowan’s University of the Future plan outlines specific goals in five critical areas: academics; pricing; diversity, equity and inclusion scholarship; flexible workforce; and facilities and infrastructure needs. Achieving these robust goals will require focused attention, collaboration, partnerships and resources. President Ali A. Houshmand has asked R.J. Tallarida, vice president for University Advancement, to take on this critically important initiative in the new role of vice president and chief growth officer for Rowan University.