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The Dreamscape VR classroom in the Campbell Library. Friday, April 25, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. - Staff Writer / Alexander Cruz

Dreamscape VR opens the digital realm of possibilities

Alexander Cruz, Staff Writer April 30, 2025

Rowan University has implemented the Dreamscape Virtual Reality system into the curriculum for students to interact with VR technology in their studies.  Dreamscape VR is a virtual reality system that...

"Through all of this, the question on the table remains: do people, especially those on the younger side, still have a desire to collect and use physical media?" - Staff Writer / Christopher Otto

Do we still yearn for physical media?

Christopher Otto, Staff Writer April 30, 2025

CDs, DVDs, vinyl records, cassette tapes, newspapers, books, and other forms of physical media that are considered to be “old school” have been slowly fading away from public favor. Or have they? In...

Finalists from left, Allen Zhao, Ellie Wisniewski, Lena Sterling, Affan Rahman, Sarah Little, Nyasia Jenkins, Nicholas Fienemann, and Medha Dabral wait for the competition to begin in the Lilian Lodge Kopenhaver Center for Alumni Engagement. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, April 24, 2025. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Rowan communication studies department holds second annual public speaking competition

Gavin Schweiger, Photography Editor April 30, 2025

On Thursday, April 24, Rowan's Communications Studies Department held its second annual public speaking competition in Shpeen Hall where five students won a total of $3200. Eight student finalists competed...

"The real question remains: which do students prefer?" - Staff Writer / Alexander Cruz

The cookie war between Cookie Munchers and Insomnia Cookies

Kacie Scibilia, Staff Writer April 30, 2025

Warm, gooey cookies on late-night demand. What could be better? Perhaps cookies and pretzels? That’s the question regarding the cookie battle royale currently afoot. Rowan’s native Cookie Munchers,...

Clean up crew at Back 2 Boro – Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia

Back 2 the Boro returns to Rowan

Kacie Scibilia, Staff Writer April 30, 2025

There were garden tools o’ plenty this past Sunday when the Rowan Student Government Association (SGA) teamed up with the Office of Volunteerism to present students with an uncommon opportunity: the...

Tamtama at the annual CEO Global Conference in Tampa, Florida. - Photo via @samantha.tamtama on Instagram.

An inside look at New Venture Expo winner Sammi’s Sandwiches

Paige Britt, Features Editor April 30, 2025

In the age of the spicy chicken sandwich, Samantha Tamtama stands out with the heart and soul of Sammi’s Sandwiches.  Tamtama, a freshman entrepreneurship major at Rowan University, started her chicken...

"Pride Fest is a combination of GAYpril, where a bunch of Rowan-affiliated organizations and programs come together to show their support for the LGBTQ+ community." - Features Editor / Paige Britt

Rowan celebrates GAYpril with 8th annual Pride Fest

Julissa Sierra, Staff Writer April 23, 2025

On April 17, Rowan University's Center for Belonging and Student Engagement club (BSE) collaborated with the Wellness Center to host the 8th annual Rowan Pride Fest and Bunce Hall Illumination at the University...

National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) wrestler Wrecking Ball Legursky performs a Delayed Vertical Suplex on Tyson Maddux. Thursday, April 17, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. - Staff Writer / Christopher Otto

Rowan After Hours wRAHstlemania leaves it all in the ring

Christopher Otto, Staff Writer April 23, 2025

On Thursday, April 17, Rowan University welcomed Dangerous Adrenaline Wrestling Gladiators (DAWG) for the Rowan After Hours event called wRAHstlemania, just days before one of the biggest premium live...

Brisa Ghimire's hand with henna at the pit in the Chamberlain Student Center. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, April 17, 2025. - Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia

Rowan Hindu YUVA celebrates the end of the semester with henna

Kacie Scibilia, Staff Writer April 23, 2025

Hindu YUVA set up a henna table at the End-of-Semester Study Break, and the turnout was sizable. On Thursday, April 17, the Chamberlain Student Center hosted the event in the pit, featuring food and various...

People gather to listen to the opening speech before the New Venture Expo. Glassboro, NJ. April 18, 2025. - Staff Writer / Alexander Cruz

Student entrepreneurs shine at New Venture Expo

Alexander Cruz, Staff Writer April 23, 2025

On Friday, April 18, Rowan students took their entrepreneurial skills to the main floor of the Business Hall to promote their ideas to the New Venture judges.  The New Venture Expo allows 45+ student...

"This intentional focus on representation and rooted investment extended beyond sponsorship, it was woven into the fabric of every conversation, connection, and introduction throughout the night." - Staff Writer / Essence Holman

MOCA partners with other groups to garner community connection

Essence Holman, Staff Writer April 16, 2025

Where meaningful connections can be hard to come by, The Nexus: Speed Networking Experience stood as a beacon of opportunity and community empowerment. Hosted by The Opulence Group and co-founded by Michael...

"As the U.S. intensifies its trade disputes, Rowan University students are grappling with the tangible effects of tariffs, the taxes on imported products from other countries on their daily expenses. From groceries to clothing, the financial strain is becoming increasingly evident." - Graphic made via Canva.

Tariffs: What they are, and how they affect Rowan students

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer April 16, 2025

A scoop of ice cream doesn’t usually cost seven dollars, but for Rosa Salvaterria, a 21-year-old senior studying radio, television, and film (RTF) at Rowan University, that sticker shock is becoming...

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