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Rowan College Democrats logo. - Photo via @rowancollegedemocrats on Instagram

Rowan College Democrats de-chartered by SGA

Gavin Schweiger, Photography Editor April 2, 2025

Student Government Association (SGA) and the Commission of Community Standards recently voted to de-charter the Rowan College Democrats after the latest SGA senate meeting on March 24. De-chartering means...

Provost, Anthony Lowman, speaks to faculty at the Rowan Online Forum in Eynon Ballroom. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, Mar. 27, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Ashtaye-Ann Ashley

Forum answers questions about growth of Rowan Online

Kacie Scibilia, Staff Writer April 2, 2025

The Rowan University forum on online degree programs took place in the Eynon Ballroom on March 27. The CEO of Rowan Online and Chief Transformation Officer, Michael Roark, Ph.D, hosted the event, and a...

The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)

Downtown Glassboro redevelopment plans discussed at latest council meeting

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer April 1, 2025

The Glassboro Borough Council Meeting unveiled a major redevelopment plan at their monthly meeting on March 25 detailing a $1.7 million land sale that aims to bring 92 new homes and a 175-unit luxury apartment...

Mary Okolla (left) and Sapjah Zapotitla's (right) were selected for the program for their research in the STEM field. - Photo via Rowan Today

Two students named to 2025 NJ Governor’s STEM Scholars program

Christopher Otto, Staff Writer April 1, 2025

Two Rowan University students, Sapjah Zapotitla and Mary Okolla, were chosen for the 2025 New Jersey Governor’s STEM Scholars program. The STEM Scholars program was designed as a way of introducing...

Yuval Saar will take on the new role of assistant vice president of student advocacy and community belonging - Photo via Yuval Saar

Yuval Saar steps into new role in SGA

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer April 1, 2025

At the most recent Student Government Association (SGA) Senate, a special election was held to fill the vacant position and name the new assistant vice president (AVP) of student advocacy and community...

SGA logo. (ProfLink)

Vacant positions filled at latest SGA Senate

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer March 26, 2025

Rowan University Student Government Association (SGA) held its fourth meeting of the semester on March 24. President Zackary Brown announced the official title change of the role of assistant vice president...

A map of new developments on the West Campus. - Photo via Rowan University

Rowan unveils future infrastructure plans at senate

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer March 26, 2025

At the last University senate meeting on March 7, Vice President of Facilities, Planning & Operations Joseph Campbell gave a presentation detailing the ongoing projects and renovations at Rowan’s...

The site of the new Insomnia Cookies on Rowan Boulevard. - Photo via @42freeway on Instagram

Insomnia Cookies looks to be second cookie spot on Robo

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer March 26, 2025

Insomnia Cookies  is preparing to open a location directly on Rowan Boulevard, bringing its signature late-night cookie delivery just a few steps away from the current local favorite, Cookie Munchers. Insomnia...

Dr. Garrett Broad speaks to workshop attendees. - Web Editor / Maryela Gallardo

New sustainability councils looks toward Rowan’s green future

Maryela Gallardo, Web Editor March 26, 2025

Aimed at gathering student input on sustainability at Rowan University, the Rowan Provost’s Fellow for Sustainability, Garrett Broad, Ph.D, held a sustainability workshop on Tuesday, March 25 in Discovery...

Design renderings of the new Esby renovations. - Photo via Clarke Eaton Hintz

Esby to get a major makeover with new workout space

Julissa Sierra, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

At the latest University Senate meeting, Vice President for Facilities & Operations Joseph Campbell announced that the Esbjornson (Esby) Gymnasium will be getting an upgraded strength and athletic...

A banner advertising the new Saxbys location in the Chamberlain Student Center hangs on the wall. - Photo via Rowan University

New Student Center Saxbys set to open next semester

Christopher Otto, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

The Saxbys in the new Chamberlain Student Center expansion is currently scheduled to open in the Fall 2025 semester. There’s no exact date for the opening just yet, but the Saxbys team is aiming for...

Money graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Tuition sees almost 7% increase at Board of Trustees hearing

Dan Hassall, Staff Writer March 12, 2025

At the Board of Trustees’ annual tuition hearing on March 11, the board confirmed a rise in tuition and fees for the 2025-2026 school year.  “Tuition for undergraduate students will increase by...

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