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Students paint pumpkins at Fall into Fitness with Campus Rec. - Editor-in-Chief / Victoria McGivern

Seasonal stress relief with Campus Rec

With crisp air and turning leaves, students stroll around campus in their cozy sweaters and baggy jeans. As staff with black tees that read “Rowan Campus REC” set up their table, those same students...

It's On Us members put together self-defense key chains. - Managing Editor / Abigail Twiford

“It’s On Us” brings awareness to sexual assault and rape prevention

Abigail Twiford October 25, 2023

Sexual assault is a prominent issue on campuses across the country. Rowan University is no exception, with the university seeing a rise in reported sexual assaults over the last few years. In response...

The front of room set-up at the sensory-friendly watch party. - Staff Writer / Aiden Seratore

Sensory-friendly watch party helps build a more inclusive campus

Aiden Seratore October 25, 2023

On Oct. 24th, Lindsay Johnson and The Wellness Center hosted a Sensory-Friendly watch party for the University's Symphony Orchestra concert. Some events and concerts are meant to be sat down and listened...

Andre Buck speaks to students at Pizza With The Pros. - Photo via @RowanSportsCaM on X, formerly known as Twitter.

Sports agent Andre Buck speaks at Pizza With The Pros

Curtis Ulrich October 25, 2023

On Tuesday, Oct. 17, “Pizza With The Pros” welcomed sports agent, Andre Buck. He is the first sports agent to make an in-person appearance here at Rowan. Buck is most known for securing forward, P.J....

An order of one chicken taco and one carnitas (pulled pork) taco. - Staff Writer / Jose Ascencio

Family-owned, Vicki’s Tacos brings authentic cuisine to High Street

Jose Ascencio October 25, 2023

Vicki’s Tacos is the newest restaurant that is gaining notoriety for its variety of Mexican food but above all, its tacos. This is a family-owned business that is located on the corner of 114 High St....

Neil Hartman and Kayla Santiago speak in front of crowd of students. - Photo via @RowanSportsCAM on X, formerly known as Twitter

Pizza With the Pros welcomes Kayla Santiago

Curtis Ulrich October 19, 2023

On Monday, October 16, “Pizza With The Pros” welcomed back former Rowan student Kayla Santiago. Santiago is another guest well known in the Philadelphia community, mostly for her role with the Philadelphia...

Student volunteers prepare dinner in The Ronald Mcdonald House kitchen. - Contributor / Shane Bagot

Office of Volunteerism serves up tacos at the Ronald McDonald House

Shane Bagot October 19, 2023

On October 13, The Ronald Mcdonald house of South Jersey had volunteers from Rowan’s Office of Volunteerism come cook dinner for families staying. On the menu for the night was tacos with a choice of...

Whoo RU and Dr. Benjamin Dworkin reads The Whit's Centennial Edition. - Managing Editor / Abigail Twiford

HOCO 2023: Tailgate rain or shine

Abigail Twiford October 18, 2023

Though the ground and air were wet and a light drizzle still fell around campus, Parking Lot O was full of excitement and noise.  Rowan University held the 2023 Homecoming Tailgate on Saturday,...

Students line up at food trucks. - Staff Writer / Isaac Link

HOCO 2023: 13th annual Harvest Festival

Isaac Linsk October 18, 2023

On Friday, Oct. 13, Rowan University celebrated homecoming week with the 13th annual Homecoming Harvest Festival on Hollybush Green.  From 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., Rowan After Hours (RAH) welcomed students,...

Rob Lightfoot and Jessica Kanady's headshots side by side. - Photos via Rob Lightfoot and Jessica Kanady

Beyond the Brown and Gold going strong after one year on air

Michael Bautista October 18, 2023

Music isn’t the only thing wafting from the speakers at Rowan Radio, the station also provides public affairs programming on the weekends.  Many shows on Rowan Radio are informational and educational...

Heart-shaped condoms. - Graphics Editor/ Julia Quennessen

Wellness Center promotes sexual and reproductive health for students

Abigail Twiford October 18, 2023

Young adults have never had a reputation for being the most cautious when it comes to sexual activity. However, recent data has shown a trend in young adults using condoms less and rates of STIs rising.  The...

Students get REAL about environmental issues on and off campus

Students get REAL about environmental issues on and off campus

Abigail Twiford October 18, 2023

With well over 200 clubs and organizations strewn across campus to suit nearly all interests, hobbies, and career paths, it can be difficult for students to keep track of what each club does, how they...

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