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Features Editor Jennifer McGraw says farewell to fellow graduating colleagues and two organizations that felt like home in her final edition of "Her PROFspective." - Photo via Pixabay.com

Her PROFspective: Everything Happens For a Reason

Jennifer McGraw December 1, 2021

I have a love-hate relationship with the phrase, “Everything happens for a reason.”  I think I have these opposing feelings on the phrase because I only like to believe it when the statement...

The student-run support group "SASS" is held weekly at the Wellness Center - File photo via Amanda Palma

Wellness Center Hosts Weekly Student Support Groups

Victoria McGivern December 1, 2021

Life is a waltz of highs and lows, a waltz we often have trouble dancing to. Time to time, individuals become overwhelmed with the flood of what life has to offer.  College is another one of those...

Features Intern Jack Trabucco talks about differentiating art from the artist in this week's edition of "The Student Side." - Former Graphics Editor / Jana Jackstis

The Student Side: Acknowledging Your Weakness

Jack Trabucco November 28, 2021

In light of the recent discussion about mental health awareness, I’d like to discuss a disturbing trend I’ve noticed amongst my fellow young people, and what I believe is a healthy solution.   We...

Student University Programmers hosted its 55th Annual Holiday Helper on Monday, Nov. 15, 2021 - Photo via Pixabay.com

Student University Programmers Hosts 55th Annual Holiday Helper Auction

Arianna Adan November 17, 2021

The favored annual auction event hosted by the Student University Programmers was hosted again this year on Monday, Nov. 15. The 55th Annual Holiday Helper Auction was a virtual setting this year, but...

Students enjoyed different cuisines during the Plates of Life event on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021. Photo / Jenna Platt

Rowan Boulevard Apartment Resident Assistants Host “Plates of Life”

Jenna Platt November 17, 2021

The Plates of Life event took place on Friday, Nov. 12, in the Rowan Boulevard apartments, hosted by the resident assistants (RAs). They spent the night cooking various dishes from either their culture...

The Rowan Music Industry program hosted its second installment of a three-part panel series titled "Let's Talk Music" on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - Photo via Pixabay.com

Music Industry Program Hosts Branding and Sponsorship Panel Discussion

Jaimie McCormick November 17, 2021

The Music Industry Program and the Office of Career Advancement put together a three-week virtual series called “Let’s Talk Music,” with the latest installment “Branding and Sponsorship” being...

Amy Fadool discussed women in sports and the importance of volunteering during Pizza With The Pros on Monday, Nov. 14, 2021 - Photo via @RowanSportsCam on Twitter.com

Amy Fadool Discusses Females in the Industry, Philly, Cancer and Volunteer Work During Pizza With the Pros

Drew Peltzman November 16, 2021

NBC Sports Philadelphia host Amy Fadool visited Rowan University to speak on her journey and experiences as a woman in sports media during this week’s “Pizza With the Pros.”  Students gathered...

Rowan University's Office of Volunteerism and Community Engagement collected enough food to feed 140 families for the Adopt A Family food drive in 2020. Photo via Rowanblog.com

Rowan Office of Volunteerism Hosts a Thanksgiving Food Drive

Abdul Barrie November 15, 2021

Rowan University's Office of Volunteerism & Community Engagement is holding an "Adopt A Family" Thanksgiving food drive. With families still struggling due to economic hardship caused by the pandemic,...

Below are 10 local mental health resources, available for free or minimal cost, available for use any time of day. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Local Mental Health Resources

Jennifer McGraw November 10, 2021

Though Mental Health Awareness month is in May, having mental health resources year-round is just as important. Mental health awareness should be a topic of discussion 365 days of the year.  It’s...

Staff Writer Mya Calderon gives her review of the Lamp Post Diner. - Photo / Mya Calderon

Calderon: Lamp Post Diner Review

Mya Calderon November 10, 2021

The first thing I noticed when pulling up to the parking lot of Lamp Post Diner was that there were barely any parking spaces available, which only built up my anticipation.  There was a brightly...

Staff Writer Maranda Jo Shinn discusses how big the planet is and how small everyday problems seem in comparison. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Shinn: Our Pale Blue Dot

Maranda Jo Shinn November 10, 2021

When you think of Earth, our home, what do you think of? Does it stress you out? Bring you feelings of joy or hope? Or are we merely all floating on a giant space rock with no regard to how beautiful...

John Brazer discusses longevity, persistence, and creativity during Pizza with the Pros on Monday, Nov. 8, 2021. - Photo via @RowanSportsCAM via Twitter.com

John Brazer Discusses Persistence During Pizza With the Pros

Drew Peltzman November 10, 2021

Phillies Director of Fun & Games John Brazer spoke to Rowan University students during Monday’s Pizza with The Pros on Nov. 8.  Having worked for the Phillies for 29 years, Brazer treated...

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