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Christina Simmons working with VR training. - Photo via Christina Simmons.

Rowan professor leads psychology research project

Gerasimos Gerovasiliou, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

The Director of Rowan University’s Center for Behavior Analysis continues to use her passion to help students integrate themselves into psychology research.  An associate professor in the Department...

"If this experimental project turns out to be a success, there is a possibility that we can see initiatives like these springing up throughout the entirety of the East and Gulf coasts, not just being limited to the Jersey shore." - Staff Writer / Gabriel Fogg

Rowan professors help combat beach erosion with innovative solutions

Gabriel Fogg, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

As beach erosion and rising sea levels continue to be a problem for the shoreline, there is a need for more innovative solutions to this problem, and that is exactly what is taking place in a collaborative...

"As the younger generation grows, more and more students are realizing the effects of choosing a major." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Is passion or money more important to Rowan students?

Julissa Sierra, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

Being a college student can be challenging in this society. In this society, college students across the world are put to the test on what they will do for the rest of their lives. The question is: should...

This sign overlooked the Gala as it welcomed in students. - Staff Writer / Abby Thomas

Prism holds their second annual Gay Winter Gala

Abby Thomas, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

On a Sunday in the weeks before finals, most students can be found at home studying, stressing, or waiting for winter break.  For Prism, however, this past Sunday, Dec. 8, was an early winter celebration...

Kevin Myers poses for a photo after being announced the winner. - Features Editor / Paige Britt

Former Rowan Spider-Man wins Tom Holland look-alike contest

Paige Britt, Features Editor December 11, 2024

Crowded around the owl statue at 3:00 p.m. on the Tuesday before finals week was a hoard of Rowan students wildly cheering for a handful of boys who vaguely resembled Tom Holland.  Ever since the now...

“Insight on this information from Gina Gondos, a senior academic advisor here at Rowan, combined with data from national surveys, expounds upon this potential issue.” - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Are there too many students for advisors to handle?

Gabriel Fogg, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

For the vast majority of students across the country, academic advisors play a major role in their college experiences and success, offering counseling not only regarding class schedules and major requirements,...

Students serve themselves at the GSA Thanksgiving Potluck. - Staff Writer / Gerasimos Geravasilious

The College of Engineering Graduate Student Association hosts their annual Thanksgiving Potluck

Gerasimos Gerovasiliou, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

A feast including mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, and tacos were just a few of the food choices available to graduate students who gathered in room 241 of the Engineering Hall on Thursday, Nov. 22.   The...

Students waiting in line to speak with Larry Needle. - Staff Writer / Curtis Ulrich

Pizza with the Pros hosts its final event of the semester with Larry Needle

Curtis Ulrich, Staff Writer December 3, 2024

On Monday, Nov. 25, Pizza with the Pros hosted its last event of the fall semester, welcoming Executive Director of PHL Sports Larry Needle. Needle grew up in Baltimore, Maryland, and graduated from...

Student Patrol Officers begin their shift for the night. - Photo via Christopher Alessandrini.

A look inside the lives of Student Patrol Officers

Paige Britt, Features Editor December 3, 2024

With over 16,000 undergraduate students, a robust nightlife, a bar within walking distance for most students, and an expanding campus, Rowan University’s Department of Public Safety has its work cut...

"Rowan’s devotion to remain sustainable trickles down to the physical grounds on campus." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Sustainability efforts at Rowan University

Gabriel Fogg, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

Sustainability isn’t just a tagline here at Rowan University, it's an emerging topic that affects both students and faculty on and off campus. From faculty-led examination and analysis to student-led...

Photo via Patrick Ahearn

The puppet professor: Patrick Ahearn

Dylan Francis, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

Professor Patrick Ahearn’s path to becoming a puppeteer was anything but linear. He had always had a fascination with puppets since he was a child but it wasn't a big dream of his until high school....

"There are many avenues students can take to better their mental health such as talking to someone who can help and guide them on the right path." - Staff Writer / Dylan Francis

Rowan holds their annual Student Mental Health Conference

Dylan Francis, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

Mental health is an important topic for any person to discuss and understand, including college students. Rowan University held its 7th annual Student Mental Health Conference.  This conference’s...

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