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"As someone studying and working in journalism, I could understand the morbid curiosity behind Jessie’s eyes as she found herself capturing moments of conflict. The film does a good job of balancing her eager excitement with Dunst’s character's anxiety and trepidation." - Photo via Maryella Gallardo.

The thin line between fact & fiction: “Civil War” chronicles journalists amidst conflict

Isaac Linsk April 24, 2024

Known for his striking visuals and for exploring themes like grief or AI in previous films like Annihilation or Ex-Machina, Alex Garland has decided to tackle American Culture in his latest historical-fiction...

"When Minaj began her first verse the audience's lights flashed throughout the stadium as we admired her look rocking bright pink hair and a silver corset." - Staff Writer / Maryela Gallardo

Nicki Minaj takes Philly by storm: Inside the epic Gag City Tour concert experience

Marchella Mazzoni April 24, 2024

Queen Nicki Minaj touched down in Philadelphia to perform a sold-out show for her Gag City Tour at The Wells Fargo Center arena on March 29. Bringing Barbz a set list featuring songs from her early mixtapes...

"The opening track “Fortnight” immediately sets the mood, as Swift calmly states “I love you, it’s ruining my life.” For her, TTPD is an eloquent tale of her experience navigating the stages of grief. " - Photo via Maryela Gallardo.

Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department”: A deep dive into heartbreak & healing

Sarah Shockey April 24, 2024

https://open.spotify.com/album/1Mo4aZ8pdj6L1jx8zSwJnt?si=lQPHnXtHQZ-jpmyItrn1gQ Familiarly, Taylor Swift once again took the world by storm with the release of her 11th studio album “The Tortured...

"Garcia’s end goal here at Rowan beyond Spud Mack is to make a career in making music for film and television." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Rowan’s Guitar Hero: Ethan Garcia & Spud Mack rock the Glassboro scene

Aiden Seratore April 24, 2024

Guitarist Ethan Garcia and his band Spud Mack have made quite the scene here in Glassboro. It speaks volumes when a band started here at Rowan makes such a big impression that they perform at Hollybash....

"Siegel's greatest inspirations have been Travis Barker of Blink 182 fame, Neil Peart of Rush, and jazz drummer Buddy Rich." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Alexander Siegel: The drummer behind Rowan’s rising band, Spud Mack

Grace Reed April 24, 2024

Alexander Siegel is a 21-year-old business major in his second to last year at Rowan. Despite his conventional field of study, Siegel remains quite the opposite, loving music, and making a name for himself...

"A professional quartet, as well as Gala Flagello herself, have been teaching Rowan’s wind ensemble master classes all week, and the quartet performed alongside them for the next piece." - Staff Writer / Beth Cimaglia.

An unforgettable evening of melody & harmony: Highlights from Rowan’s Wind Ensemble Spring concert

Beth Cimaglia April 24, 2024

Rowan’s wind ensemble performed its spring concert in Pfleeger on Thursday evening. Conducted by the director of bands Dr. Joseph Higgins, the ensemble took us through a medley of symphonic sounds...

"The group of four has been passionate about playing music for nearly all of their lives, with Giuliani finding her love for singing at a young age and taking singing lessons for about seven years." - Photo via Ama Wick

Polaroid Fade: Crafting dreamy tunes inspired by Jersey Shore vibes

Marchella Mazzoni April 24, 2024

Surrounded by the sound of crashing waves traveling across the coast, the band Polaroid Fade pens all season long at New Jersey beaches.  Polaroid Fade’s song inspiration stems from taking in...

"The crowd enjoyed the band’s performance, giving them a loud cheer when they left the stage in glory." - Photo via SCCA Marketing Team

From solo artists to headliners: Hollybash showcases Rowan’s talent

Kraig Ferguson April 24, 2024

Spring has come again, welcoming the summer with mild temperatures and a fresh abundance of wildlife that really anyone can enjoy, minus the pollen of course. This year, Hollybash returns, bigger and...

"Canavan and Valenzuela’s performance of “Goodbye Love” toward the end of Act II was a particular highlight. Always emotional, this rendition was particularly gut-wrenching." - Managing Editor / Abigail Twiford

Rowan Theater Department’s “Rent” brings intense passion to the stage

Abigail Twiford April 17, 2024

The Rowan Theater Department’s spring mainstage musical for 2024 was the 1993 Broadway classic “Rent.” The rock musical is inspired by the opera “La Boheme,” and centers around a group of eight...

"The park is now evolving into a skate community larger than what it started as, with skaters coming all the way down from New York just to skate at Rowan." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Rowan Skateboarding Club’s Spring Skate Jam: A fusion of music, skating, & community

Maryela Gallardo April 17, 2024

As the Rowan Skateboarding Club continues to grow, its events become more successful. The Rowan Skatepark welcomes more additions of ramps as each skate jam comes to the courts. The club held its first...

"The group of three musicians practiced together and performed at house show venues and bars for six months leading up to Battle of the Bands." - Arts & Entertainment / Al Harmon.

Phineas Wrath: Rising stars of Glassboro’s rock scene take the stage

Marchella Mazzoni April 17, 2024

Phineas Wrath, the band captivating Glassboro with their rock essence performing at Battle of the Bands and The Speakeasy, continues to venture into making their mark on the local music scene.  With...

"While currently working on recording music with the band Ghosts in the Sand, Prokoshin teases music that the band will soon release with singles most likely to be dropped about once a month." Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Daniel Prokoshin: From bedroom jams to local sensation in music scene

Marchella Mazzoni April 17, 2024

Daniel Prokoshin, a sophomore exercise science major, continues to dominate the Glassboro music scene. Performing with local artists playing guitar at house shows, at High Grounds Coffee Roasters in acoustic...

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