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"Coming full circle now from the beginning of this piece, Vrablic loves performing and making people happy." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Striking a chord: How music shapes the life of Rowan freshman Jeremy Vrablic

Dylan Francis March 27, 2024

“I think I have centered my mind so much on music, I can not even imagine it getting taken away from me,” Jermey Vrablic said. That quote personifies who Vrablic is as a person. His life revolves...

"For the future, Dodds hopes to be a forensic artist as her grandmother used to work with the FBI as a secretary and after she passed, Dodds realized that art can be useful in the police field." - Self portrait created by Meghan Dodds.

Meghan Dodds: The rising star in fabric painting & forensic art

Rianna Moses March 20, 2024

From learning how to etch a leaf as a kid by her mom, to selling her original pieces of art, Meghan Dodds has come a long way in her creative journey and is making her way up to her artistic goals. Dodds,...

"She also has an interest in photography and is hoping to obtain an apprenticeship with a nearby studio. As for her music, Wood said, 'I don't know how or where, but I'll be making music for the rest of my life.'" - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Spud Mack: The soundtrack of Tessa Wood’s college experience

Grace Reed March 20, 2024

Tessa Wood is a 21-year-old music major with a communications studies minor and is in her last year at Rowan. She began her college career uncertain, first declaring herself undecided, and switching majors...

Clove ring that Vanaman created back in the fall of 2023. - Photo via @ev_vanaman_art on Instagram.

Finding joy in metal: How Evelyn Vanaman rediscovered her creative outlet

Dylan Francis March 19, 2024

Evelyn Vanaman is a senior at Rowan University where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a major in studio art. Her focus is on metal jewelry making. When she first started college, Vanaman was...

An expressive portrait of Stanley's mother created by herself. - Photo via Emma Stanley.

Emma Stanley’s creative path from sketching pets to running an Etsy Shop

Sarah Shockey March 18, 2024

Senior graphic design major Emma Stanley has always been surrounded by animals. She is the proud mother of five parakeets, and one of her birds, Willow, lives with her on campus. Growing up in Swedesboro,...

"Social media has helped Moran through his musical journey as he currently actively posts on Instagram and TikTok." Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Slim Dogis drummer & solo artist: Jason Moran’s diverse musical venture

Rianna Moses March 6, 2024

From getting his first drum kit on his ninth birthday, Jason Moran has come a long way and is excited to release a long-awaited EP along with original music with his band at Rowan University. Moran, a...

"Joe’s end goals go hand in hand with his future occupation and his career as an artist. He wants to own a music studio one day, but as an artist, his dream is to live off making music." - Photo via @joekoda on Instagram.

Joe Koda leaps with emotional beats & melodies: Countdown to his April EP release

Aiden Seratore February 28, 2024

Joe Koda is a senior majoring in music technology here at Rowan University. Koda graduated from Paramus High School in Bergen County back in 2020. He began tinkering with creating his music after being...

"She is taking a touring and concert promotion class that allows her to learn the skills of planning a tour, how to promote, contracts, and getting to participate in the production of a live concert." Photos via Yashira Guzman.

Yashira Guzman: Rowan sophomore pioneers Hip Hop culture on campus

Maryela Gallardo February 28, 2024

Yashira Guzman has always loved to be around creativity, it has fueled her passion for seeking an outlet to express that. Her experience in a creative environment for her was in her creative arts high...

"Cruz wanted to remain involved in sports going into college but it became a struggle during his first semester. He originally thought he wanted to become an athletic trainer. After his first semester went poorly, Cruz decided to switch to Sports CaM and he benefited from that tremendously." - Photo via Zion Cruz.

How Zion Cruz found his niche in sports content creation

Dylan Francis February 21, 2024

Zion Cruz is a 21-year-old junior majoring in sports communication and media (Sports CaM) with a concentration in radio, television, and film (RTF). Cruz does a lot of different things regarding his content....

"She wishes to be a person who can write for big artists one day while also still creating her music. In her career, she plans to combine her skills as a songwriter, artist, and performer." - Photo via @giovjones on Instagram.

Gianna Jones shares the making of “Come My Way” & teases upcoming EP

Marchella Mazzoni February 21, 2024

Releasing her latest single ‘Come My Way’ on Feb. 16, the 21-year-old singer-songwriter and junior music industry major Gianna Jones is making her mark in the musical world continuously releasing...

"Whatever universe a person may find themselves in, there’s no doubt that some version of Spider-Man will appear, but their real identity is something that may be harder to find." - Contributor / Kevin Myers.

Web of impact: Unveiling the unique journey of Rowan’s Spider-Man

Sarah Shockey February 14, 2024

The 2018 blockbuster animated film “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” said it best: our universe isn’t the only one out there that exists. In the vast realms of the multiverse, a set of infinite...

"The job she plans on looking for after graduation would be something along the lines of creating a tear sheet for someone at the doctor’s office who’s there for surgery, but they want to know more about it, that’s where Dory would come in." - Photos via Dory's Instagram.

Artistry with a purpose: Isabel Dory blends creativity & science in biomedical art

Braijon Williams February 14, 2024

Biomedical art and visualizations major, Isabel Dory has always been creative and imaginative. She gets it from her parents who were creative in their ways. Her mom was a musician, and her dad was an...

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