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“I like my housing, but if I was going to change it, it would probably be to Mimosa, but it’s just because it’s closer to my teaching building." (Graphics Editor Alexander Cruz)

Freshmen weigh in on their housing assignments

Jamie Georges, Contributor September 24, 2025

The class of 2029 gets a taste of the college scene, and after living on campus for almost a month, they share their thoughts. Like any new student living on campus, freshmen have been experiencing a bigger...

“We have a group chat, so our managers are very keenly aware of what's going on on campus.” (Graphics Editor Alexander Cruz)

“The Rowan __” phenomenon

Asa Anderson, Contributor September 24, 2025

Over the past three weeks, a group of unknown Rowan University students has been leaving their mark across campus in unique and unsettling ways.  The story officially started on Sept. 3, 2025, just...

Tom McCarthy poses for a picture with the record-breaking crowd at Pizza with the Pros. (@rowansportscam on Instagram)

Pizza with the Pros returns with Tom McCarthy

Jordan Weisinger, Sports Beat Writer September 24, 2025

Rowan University’s Center for Sports Communication & Social Impact welcomed Tom McCarthy, play-by-play voice on NBC Sports Philadelphia for the Philadelphia Phillies, to speak at the first Pizza...

“To meet that need, we converted some rooms in Holly Pointe Commons into triples through our consolidation process. We chose Holly Pointe because those rooms are generally more spacious and have air conditioning, making them better suited for three students than our traditional residence halls." (Sophia Pasparage / Contributor)

Holly Pointe Commons enforces triples in dorms due to high housing demand

Sophia Pasparage, Contributor September 24, 2025

Rowan University has admitted the largest freshman class in its history for the 2025-2026 academic year, welcoming roughly 3,400 students. With this huge enrollment of students, the demand for on-campus...

Vivian Peyton with owner Michele Pich (The Shreiber Family Pet Therapy Program)

Two dogs in pet therapy program win awards

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

Vivían Peyton and Ralphie, two of Rowan University’s therapy dogs, recently earned the 2025 American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Dogs of the Year award for providing comfort...

The garden and plain behind the science hall. (Aidan Vanhoof).

New project replaces lawns with native habitats

Aidan Vanhoof, Contributor September 24, 2025

Behind the Science Hall is a swath of barren, almost deserted land. Grass isn’t growing; in fact, all that remains is hay. Dried-out foliage litters the exposed soil, in stark contrast with the perfectly...

"Campus Recreation has numerous services and resources for Rowan students." (Graphic via Alexander Cruz)

Opportunities for students at Campus Recreation

Aruzhan Yessengeldy, Contributor September 24, 2025

The Campus Recreation provides a wide range of fitness programs, services, and facilities for all students. The services provided by The Campus Recreation include Sport Clubs, Aquatics, Intramural Sports,...

Colleen Grugan (left) assists athletic trainer Samantha Santos (right) with using an ultrasound machine on an athlete's hamstring. (Rowan Blog)

Rowan alumna Colleen Grugan leads as head athletic trainer

Marchella Mazzoni, Features Editor September 24, 2025

In 2002, a Rowan Prof graduated with a degree in health and exercise science. Now, 22 years later, the same woman has the role of Rowan’s head athletic trainer.  Colleen Grugan has been Rowan’s...

“I love a jack of all trades, master of none. I’m very much that, and then everyone on the team is a little better at one thing than another" (Vince Scian via LinkedIn)

Coffee with an Entrepreneur featuring Vince Scian

Kacie Scibilia, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

To encourage and enlighten the entrepreneurial-minded students at the William G. Rohrer College of Business, Vince Scian, a Rowan class of 2020 alum, returned to Rowan University for Coffee with an Entrepreneur.  Scian...

A sign held up by a brother in front of the Rowan Owl statue. (Aidan Vanhoof).

Campus preachers divide students

Aidan Vanhoof, Contributor September 24, 2025

In front of Savitz Hall, right by the Rowan Owl statue, like clockwork, two brothers wielding well-worn Bibles preached, hoping to save as many students as possible. Signs with Bible verses in bold black...

“I’ve already met new friends through planning for the Canada trip. I’m so excited to see the mountains, fall a lot, and just learn more." (Rowan Ski and Snowboarding Club)

Ski and Snowboarding club gliding down campus

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

Junior marketing major John Muller, 21, barely stood on a snowboard a year ago. This January, he’s tackling Canada’s slopes with Rowan’s Ski and Snowboarding Club and a group of friends who won’t...

“We want to prepare students not just with theory, but with practical tools they can immediately apply to improve wellness in real-world settings." (Graphic via Alexander Cruz)

M.A. in Wellness and Lifestyle Management

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer September 17, 2025

From classrooms to communities, Rowan University's M.A. in Wellness and Lifestyle Management seeks not just to train graduate students but to transform their lives and lifestyles.  Launched in 2011,...

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