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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...

The Santa Fe Rolls are one of the many appetizers offered at the
"Pats Select Pizza | Grill." - Photo via Patsselect.com

Bennett: ‘Pats Select Pizza | Grill’ Review

Kariyah Bennett November 3, 2021

The aroma of tomato sauce, garlic and grilled chicken filled the serene green room of an Italian-style restaurant named "Pats Select Pizza | Grill." "Pats Select Pizza | Grill" is a family-owned chain...

Senior Hydia Bearfield discusses how important the multicultural organizations on Rowan's campus are. - Photo / Hydia Bearfield

Senior Spotlight: Hydia Bearfield, Class of 2022

Jennifer McGraw November 3, 2021

She’s a model, the president of two multicultural organizations at Rowan, and she’s a mother. If there’s one phrase to describe senior Hydia Bearfield, it would be “girl boss.” Hydia Bearfield...

Radio host John Kincade discussed confidence building and key insights during Pizza With The Pros on Monday, Nov. 1 - Photo via @RowanSportsCAM on Twitter.com

John Kincade Talks Confidence Building During “Pizza With The Pros”

Drew Peltzman November 2, 2021

Philadelphia sports radio host John Kincade spoke to Rowan students during this week's Pizza with the Pros event on Monday, Nov. 1.  John Kincade, a Pennsylvania native, spent 25 years as an Atlanta...

Staff writer Mya Calderon gives advice to students moving to a new state to attend a new college. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Calderon: Midwestern City Slicker

Mya Calderon November 2, 2021

From tall bright green cornfields to dull grey pavements and blaring horns, my life changed when I decided to move away for college – 1,313.2 miles to be exact.  “What are you doing all the...

Brian Dawkins and Derrick Gunn during "An Evening with Brian Dawkins" on Monday night. Dawkins would sit down with The Whit prior to this event. Monday, Oct. 25, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Ashley Craven

NFL Pro Football Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins Sits Down With The Whit

Brianna Mac Kay October 27, 2021

Rowan University's Center for Sports Communication & Social Impact held one of their biggest events yet this past Monday when NFL Pro Football Hall of Famer and former Philadelphia Eagle Brian Dawkins...

Students and their families enjoyed the Harvest Festival at Hollybush Green a part of the Rowan Homecoming Week on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021. - Photo / Kelly Steinmeyer

Rowan University Hosts “Harvest Festival” for Homecoming Week

Kelly Steinmeyer October 27, 2021

On Friday, Oct. 22,  Rowan After Hours (RAH) held its “Homecoming Harvest Festival” at Hollybush Green. This event celebrated homecoming with students, alumni, and the Rowan community.  This...

Senior Writing Arts and Emergency Management dual major Maranda Jo Shinn discusses her passion for writing. - Photo / Maranda Jo Shinn

Senior Spotlight: Maranda Jo Shinn, Class of 2022

Jennifer McGraw October 27, 2021

 “Be authentically you.”      That’s what Rowan senior, Maranda Jo Shinn, has to say as her biggest piece of advice for underclassmen to succeed.      Shinn...

Rowan University has its first and only course dedicated to the Black Lives Matter movement, created by Dr. Alicia Monroe. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Alicia Monroe Leads Rowan’s First Black Lives Matter Course

Alex Rossen October 27, 2021

In her time at Rowan, Dr. Alicia Monroe has taken on somewhat of a multifaceted role as a campus leader. In addition to serving as assistant director of Rowan’s Office of Career Advancement, Dr. Monroe...

Staff writer Mya Calderon discusses the benefits of having a furry friend while in college. - Photo / Mya Calderon

Calderon: Five Reasons to Get a Pet in College

Mya Calderon October 20, 2021

Growing up, I never really had friends, but we always had a pet in the house. Our one dog, Lucy, was a pitbull and she was my best friend growing up -- as sad as that may sound to some people. I grew...

Senior Maranda Jo Shinn provides loving advice in a letter she writes for herself. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Shinn: A Letter to Myself

Maranda Jo Shinn October 20, 2021

Dear You, Your goals are simple: Wake up. Manage your diabetes. Be the best person, student and kid you can. Find ways to avoid what makes you feel upset. Surround yourself with positive influences...

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