01A taste of Brazil
Discover brigadeiro, pão de queijo, and other Brazilian favorites. Food is our invitation to come together.
BRAZILIAN ROOTS. ROWAN CONNECTIONS.
A little Brazil.
A place for you.
New friends. Shared traditions. A community that feels like home. Discover Brazilian culture with BRASA at Rowan University.
All majors welcomeNo Portuguese required
JUNTOS, SOMOS MAIS.Together, we are more.
Community✳Culture✳Connection✳Opportunity✳Belonging
01 / WHO WE ARE
A shared culture.
A world of connections.
BRASA is a global network of Brazilian students abroad, connecting students with peers, alumni, and professionals.
At Rowan, we bring that spirit to campus: building a welcoming Brazilian community, helping students connect and grow, and sharing the diversity of Brazilian culture.
Brazilian, connected to Brazil, or simply curious?
There’s a place for you here.
02 / THE BRASA EXPERIENCE
Make memories.
Find your people.
From a first taste of brigadeiro to a conversation about your future—there’s more than one way to connect.
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02Good games. Great company.
Connect through soccer, volleyball, and friendly competition. Meet students from across campus.
03Feel the rhythm
Explore Brazilian music, samba, films, and shared traditions—and bring your own favorites to the mix.
03 / WHAT WE CAN BUILD TOGETHER
Your next favorite gathering.
These are ideas for our first semester. Help us turn them into shared experiences.
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Professionals & alumni
Career panels and conversations with Brazilian graduates.
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Networking Night
Connect with fellow students and professionals.
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Build your next step
Resume and LinkedIn workshops; careers in Brazil and the U.S.
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Student mentorship
Exchange advice and academic experiences.
Dates and details will be shared as activities are planned. Follow us for updates ↗
04 / MEET THE TEAM
The people bringing us together.
Meet our e-board and faculty advisor. Say hello, share an idea, or ask how you can get involved.
President
Sofia Arantes
Exercise Science · Sophomore
Vice President
Gabriel Machado
Business · Junior
Treasurer
Luiz Cordeiro
Economics · Senior
Secretary
Felipe Milazzo
Civil Engineering · Junior
Senator
Matthew Cantatore
Accounting · Freshman
Faculty Advisor
Dr. Fabio de Oliveira
Guidance and support
05 / YOU BELONG HERE
Come for the culture.
Stay for the community.
You don’t need to speak Portuguese or be from Brazil.
Just bring your curiosity. And maybe a friend.
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Follow alongFind event updates on our Instagram.
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Introduce yourselfShare your contact details with the e-board.
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Make it yoursBring a friend, suggest an idea, or help plan an event.
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
Curious? You’re in
the right place.
Do I need to be Brazilian to join?
No. Everyone interested in Brazil is welcome, whether you’re Brazilian, connected to Brazil, or curious about the culture.
Do I need to speak Portuguese?
No Portuguese is required. Students from all majors are welcome.
Where can I find upcoming events?
Follow @brasarowanuniversity for updates. The activities above are ideas we can plan together; dates haven’t been announced here.
Can I help plan an activity?
Yes! Share your ideas with the e-board, suggest a collaboration, or help organize an event. This community is shaped by the people who join it.
Brigadeiro Night
Chocolate, conversation, and Brazilian favorites.
Games & friendly competition
FIFA / EA FC, Brazilian game night, and ping-pong.
Music & movie nights
Brazilian karaoke, films, and culture night.
Get together outdoors
BRASA soccer, volleyball, and a Brazilian barbecue.