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The Whit staff believes that Rowan University professors and students would benefit from a mid-October break. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

EDITORIAL: Falling in Love With Fall Break

The Whit Staff October 19, 2022

From the moment classes start, many Rowan students have a burning question on their minds — how long until Thanksgiving break? This is because here at Rowan University, classes run on a normal schedule...

McGraw discusses the various challeneges and triumphs with mental health that she has had on Rowan University campuses. - Contributor / Jennifer McGraw

Letter to the Editor: Feeling Validated After an Invalidating Rowan Wellness Center Experience

Letter to the Editor October 19, 2022

Hello all, I’m a recent graduate of Rowan University hoping to return en route to my master’s degree.  My two short years at Rowan happened during the peak of the pandemic. When I started,...

Bhatt's new office is located at the Wellness Center on  201 Mullica Hill Rd in Glassboro. - Writer / Rashad Uhuru

Rowan SGA Introduces Student Mental Health Advocate: Riya Bhatt

Rashad Uhuru September 13, 2022

Riya Bhatt will helm initiatives to serve students in their communication with the Wellness Center - Photo via Rowan University In regards to what many consider to be a mental health crisis at Rowan...

Features Editor Jennifer McGraw discusses her feelings about unplugging from social media. - Photo via Pixabay.com

McGraw: We Should Take More Social Media Breaks

Jennifer McGraw March 28, 2022

In today’s social media world, it almost feels like taking care of yourself goes against “community guidelines.”  Or so I thought when I was blocked from my Instagram account after unfollowing...

According to the American Psychological Association (APA), “Anxiety is the top presenting concern among college students (41.6 percent), followed by depression (36.4 percent) and relationship problems (35.8 percent).” -Photo via Pixabay.com.

The Wellness Center Presents: “Taking Control of Your Emotions”

Victoria McGivern March 22, 2022

College can and usually will be a difficult transition for many young adults. Many students are leaving home for the first time while also entering a new school, marking the first chapter of their adult...

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: One Semester Left

Jennifer McGraw January 25, 2022

After a fall semester full of highs and lows and a winter break full of extraordinary opportunities, we’ve finally gotten to the spring semester.  For my fellow seniors, I know we’re taking...

Wednesday, Dec. 7, students gathered outside The Eynon Ballroom in Rowan University’s Student Center where the Board of Trustees meeting was taking place. - Photo via / Multimedia Editor Nicholas Feldman

Students Rally for Mental Health Outside Board of Trustees Meeting at Rowan

Miriana Beja January 23, 2022

On Wednesday, Dec. 7, students gathered outside The Eynon Ballroom in Rowan University’s Student Center where the Board of Trustees meeting was taking place to protest and demand change from administrative...

Sophomore Emma Rosenheim discusses climate anxiety and the impact of climate change on mental health. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Rosenheim: Climate Change and Mental Health — How can we Help Young People With Their Climate Anxiety?

Emma Rosenheim December 8, 2021

Death. This is the sole comfort that Rachel Schmidt, a 19-year-old college student, can find in her struggle with climate anxiety -- and she is not alone in her plight.  “I actually think that...

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...

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...

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