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Wifi graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Wifi problems cause slow service to some parts of campus

Lily Miller, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

Recently, students on campus may have been experiencing connectivity issues with Rowan WiFi. These connectivity issues, according to Erin O’Neill, assistant director of communications for Information...

The Shop logo. - Photo via @RUTheShop on X

The Shop starts shuttle service to cultural grocery stores

Maryela Gallardo, Web Editor February 19, 2025

Rowan University serves a multitude of cultures with students from diverse backgrounds. According to CollegeSimply, around 31% of the student body are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). Though...

From left to right, Rob Obdyke, Ray Simmons, Alex Brown, Grady Stefankiewicz, Kerri Letizia, Caitlin Sandusky, Bailey Livezey, and Jenna Koskinen pose with the Vince Lombardi Trophy. - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram

Sports CaM students gain experience working Super Bowl event in New Orleans

Rachel Sampson, Staff Writer February 18, 2025

Seven sports communication and media (sports CaM) students traded their Eagles gear for professional attire in the days leading up to the Super Bowl, as they had the opportunity to work the annual Ditka...

Crossing guard Vincent Bristow stops traffic for student crossing Route 322. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Rowan adds crossing guards to Route 322 crosswalks to increase pedestrian safety on campus

Paige Britt and Gavin Schweiger January 29, 2025

To increase safety measures on the most bustling parts of Rowan’s campus, The President’s Office and Gloucester County officials have worked in collaboration to instate crossing guards on Route 322...

SGA and the BSU graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Student Government Association and Black Student Union announce partnership aimed at uplifting Rowan community

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer January 29, 2025

Shortly after hearing from student voices at Day Of Conversation meetings, the Student Government Association (SGA) and the Black Student Union (BSU) came together to establish a partnership that hopes...

One of the “pods” in the Campbell Library’s immersive learning center. - Contributor / Chris Otto

New Dreamscape Learn classrooms launch virtual reality courses for students

Christopher Otto, Contributor January 29, 2025

After months of construction, the Campbell Library has finally put its finishing touches on its brand new immersive learning center, Dreamscape Learn. In the first week of February, a handful of students...

Spicy's Bar opened its doors on Dec. 2. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Sun sets on Dawn to Dusk as it transitions into Spicy’s Bar

Madison Miller and Gavin Schweiger December 11, 2024

Last Monday, Dec. 2,  students may have noticed a sudden change in the popular breakfast cafe, Dawn to Dusk while walking down Rowan Boulevard, as it transitioned to Spicy’s Bar. While the abrupt...

The new opening date for the student center expansion is set for January 2025. This is the third time the opening date has been pushed back this school year. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Chamberlain Student Center expansion nears completion

Paige Britt and Gavin Schweiger December 3, 2024

On an ever-expanding college campus with over 16,000 undergraduate students, Rowan University is almost never at a loss for conversation. With constant events, breaking news, and complaints about full...

Participants and attendees of the prison re-entry event gather in the Eynon Ballroom to understand the experience of someone being released from prison. - Staff Writer / Erik Gil

Rowan hosts prison re-entry simulation to help students understand the experiences of the formerly incarcerated

Erik Gil, Staff Writer November 13, 2024

On Oct. 17, Rowan students had the experience of what it was like to adapt to society after being released from prison in a prison reentry simulation event.  For many throughout the United States who...

Flu shot graphic. - Graphics Editor/ Brendan Cohen

Wellness Center holds largest vaccine clinic for students and area residents

Julissa Sierra, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

Rowan University’s Wellness Center has provided access to students to get their flu shot for free.  The Wellness Center has provided these vaccination clinics in September at Family Weekend. The...

Rowan Police were notified that a student had begun posting multiple pictures and videos on an Instagram account of the firearm with an extended magazine, according to court documents." - Graphic Editor/ Brendan Cohen

Firearm arrest in 230 Victoria raises questions of campus residential safety

Sarah Shockey and Abigail Twiford October 23, 2024

Authorities have arrested a Rowan University student after social media posts led them to find a handgun in his campus apartment. Rowan Police were notified that a student had begun posting multiple...

Elijah Jamison (left) and Noah Tighe (right) on the campaign trail for their respective candidates.- Photos via Elijah Jamison and Noah Tighe

Meet the Rowan University students who are working on campaigns for politicians this election season

Abigail Twiford & Paige Britt, Co-News and Features Editor October 9, 2024

Editor's Note: This article has been updated and corrected for accuracy. Tighe was incorrectly quoted to have said former mayor when he meant councilwoman, and was also mistakenly called an intern when...

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