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Orientation graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

New orientation format draws mixed reactions from students

Abigail Twiford, Co-News Editor September 18, 2024

For years, first-year and transfer orientation at Rowan University was run the same way.  A two-day long program that would allow students to familiarize themselves with the campus, the surrounding...

One incident occurred in the resident parking lot of the Edgewood Apartments. - Co-News Editor / Sarah Shockey

Multiple car burglaries occur in Rowan resident parking lots

Abigail Twiford, Co-News Editor September 18, 2024

Since the beginning of the semester a mere two weeks ago, Rowan University students have received three separate Rowan Alerts making them aware of four separate incidents involving thefts of cars or burglaries...

President Zackary Brown addresses the crowd at Pfleeger Concert Hall. - Photo via Genevieve Saquella

SGA welcomes President Ali Houshmand and Mayor John Wallace to first Senate meeting of the semester

Beth Cimaglia, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 18, 2024

On the evening of Sept. 16, 2024, the Rowan Student Government Association (SGA) held its first meeting of the semester in Pfleeger Concert Hall. President Ali A. Houshmand and Glassboro Mayor John E....

The next Board of Trustees meeting is scheduled for December 11. - Features Editor / Paige Britt

Board of Trustees holds first meeting of the school year

Paige Britt, Features Editor September 17, 2024

Rowan’s Board of Trustees approved all 19 items on their consent agenda at their most recent meeting.  This includes the approval of increased funding to the city of Glassboro for three firefighters...

When opened, the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine will be the first vet school in New Jersey. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine construction breaks ground

Michael Bautista, Contributor September 17, 2024

The Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine construction out by the Tech Park has broken ground. The new Vet School will be the first of its kind in New Jersey and the second in the country to offer...

The construction has been ongoing since May 2022. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Student Center expansion expected to finish on October 15

Ryan Schaller, Staff Writer September 17, 2024

The Chamberlain Student Center expansion was scheduled for completion in the Spring of 2024, but due to unforeseen circumstances, the opening and completion of the expansion will be happening on Oct. 15....

The exterior of Holly Pointe Commons. - Photo via Rowan University

Early morning Holly Pointe fire alarms welcome students to campus

Luke Brown, Contributor September 11, 2024

During welcome week at Rowan University in late August to early September, there were plenty of activities for Rowan’s largest freshman class to participate in. This spanned anywhere from pep rallies,...

Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering Dean Giuseppe Palmese(Left), IBEW Local 98 President Jim Foy(Middle), and Provost Tony Lowman(Right) sign the agreement. - Photo via Rowan Today

Rowan and IBEW Local 98 announce partnership

Paige Britt, Features Editor September 11, 2024

Local electrician apprentices in union IBEW 98 will be able to pursue four-year degrees through a partnership with Rowan University’s Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering. Courses will be offered fully...

The two halls reopened to house the largest freshman class in university history. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Evergreen and Mullica Apartments reopen for new school year

Kori Greenberg, Contributor September 11, 2024

Evergreen and Mullica have reopened to host the influx of the freshman class and new renovations have been made to the building, with new minifridges and microwaves given to each room. Evergreen and...

The Raising Cane's construction site on Delsea Drive. - Contributor / Olivia Spak

Raising Cane’s coming to Glassboro in April 2025

Evan Troxel, Contributor September 10, 2024

Raising Cane’s, the fast food chain known for its crispy chicken fingers and “Cane’s sauce,” is opening a location in Glassboro. Construction of the eatery is taking place at 695 North Delsea Drive.  The...

The break temporarily cut off water from five Rowan buildings. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Water main break temporarily cuts off supply to several campus buildings

Paige Britt, Features Editor September 10, 2024

On Sept. 2, a water main break was found near Rowan Hall, with temporary repairs made later that day, in time for the start of the fall semester. On Sept. 8, Rowan, Engineering, Wilson, Robinson, and James...

The crash claimed the lives of two drivers early Thursday morning. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Two drivers killed after fatal crash on Route 55 North

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor September 10, 2024

Shocking video shows a fatal crash on Route 55 that killed two people on the morning of Thursday, Sept. 5, in Mantua Township, New Jersey.   The accident happened at mile marker 51.8 just before...

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