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The more students wear masks, take sick days and exert caution the easier it will be to keep our school functioning best. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Should Rowan Worry About the Omicron COVID Variant?

Johnathon Rera December 8, 2021

“We are more concerned with the flu this year than COVID,”  Joe Cardona, the vice president for university relations here at Rowan, said.  That statement sums up everything Cardona has...

On Monday, Nov. 8, a rally was held outside of Savitz Hall, advocating for more mental health services. -Photo via Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

One Month After Rowan’s Mental Health Rally-Where are We?

Alex Rossen December 8, 2021

Roughly one month ago, Rowan’s mental health services became the center of the university discourse. At the Student Government Association’s (SGA) senate meeting on Nov. 8., student voices were heard...

University Assembled was held Friday, Dec. 3. at 2 p.m. in the Enynon Ballroom. -Photo via Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan hosts Fall 2021 University Assembled

Natalie Arch December 8, 2021

Rowan University’s President Dr. Ali Houshmand hosted “University Assembled” on Friday, Dec. 3, at 2 p.m. “It gives the President and senior leadership an opportunity to talk about the state...

The full GCL route. -Photo via Delaware River Port Authority

Rowan Students to Reap Benefits from the 2027 Gloucester-Camden Railroad Line

Berry Andres December 7, 2021

In 2027, Rowan students will have the opportunity to benefit from the full operation of the Gloucester-Camden Line (GCL) and its two Glassboro stations, one located right on Rowan University’s doorstep.  The...

The IDEAL Star Award recognizes those who excel in creating a more welcoming and open environment for students to participate in through inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and learning. -Photo courtesy of Dr. Farrell.

Dr. Stephanie Farrell Recognized For Advocacy Work

Miriana Beja December 1, 2021

Rowan Professor and Chair of Experimental Engineering, Dr. Stephanie Farrell, has been presented with the 2020 IDEAL Star Award for her work surrounding LGBTQ+ Safe Zone Training in Conference Programming.  She...

The two institutions will collaborate for “clinical education, activities and research." -Photo via Pixabay.com

Rowan Partners with Virtua to Advance South Jersey Healthcare

Aedan Rosolia December 1, 2021

Rowan University and Virtua Health have partnered to expand education, research and patient care.  However, this may raise concerns about the monopoly Virtua holds on the healthcare system.  Virtua...

The investigation of the incidents is currently ongoing. -Photo via MacKenzie Garrett.

Two Cars Vandalized Close to Campus

Owen O’Brien November 29, 2021

Several weeks ago, Rowan senior MacKenzie Garrett discovered a vandalized car on the second floor of the Rowan Boulevard parking garage. The white Volkswagen had a smashed-in windshield and showed clear...

The original incident happened in October of 2018. -Photo via Pixabay.com.

The Ruling of Glassboro PD Holding Students at Gunpoint Incident in 2018

Owen O’Brien November 29, 2021

Judge Joseph H. Rodriguez, of the New Jersey District Court, has ruled that Glassboro police did not violate the civil rights of Altaif Hassan and Giovanna Roberson when they held the pair at gunpoint...

Trans Week of Awareness is from Nov. 13. to Nov. 19. -Photo via Multimedia Editor / Alex Rossen

PRISM and SJICR Host Trans Day of Remembrance

Berry Andres November 29, 2021

Prism and the Office of Social Justice, Inclusion, and Conflict Resolution (SJICR) closed out their celebration of Transgender Week of Awareness with their annual Trans Day of Remembrance ceremony at...

Rowan University held a panel discussion about Miss America on Monday,  Nov. 15. -Photo via Pixabay.com

Miss America Panel Focuses on the “Road to 100 More”

Jennifer McGraw November 16, 2021

With the 100-year anniversary of the Miss America Pageant around the corner, Rowan University held a panel discussing the pageant organization. The university also discussed its efforts with digitizing...

Travis Scott has partnered with BetterHelp following the recent tragedy at Astroworld. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Travis Scott to Partner with BetterHelp

Berry Andres November 16, 2021

On Monday, Nov. 8, as the total mortality for the Astroworld Concert rose to 10 people, Travis Scott announced a partnership with BetterHelp for those who have been affected by the concert’s events.  This...

Within the last two weeks, over 80 Rowan University students have tested positive for the flu according to the Rowan University Wellness Center. -Photo via Multimedia Editor / Nicholas Feldman

Rowan University Faces Flu Outbreak

Makayla Griffin November 16, 2021

It’s not COVID-19, but this respiratory disease is also making its way through the Rowan University student body: it’s the influenza virus. Influenza, more commonly known as the flu, is a highly...

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