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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...

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...

Hawthorn Hall, the home of the International Center. - Photo via Rowan University

Eight international students see study visas revoked

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer April 16, 2025

Rowan University announced on April 9 that eight international students had their U.S. study visas revoked. The move is part of a nationwide trend under the Trump Administration’s immigration crackdown.  The...

A banner advertising the new Saxbys location in the Chamberlain Student Center hangs on the wall. - Photo via Rowan University

New Student Center Saxbys set to open next semester

Christopher Otto, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

The Saxbys in the new Chamberlain Student Center expansion is currently scheduled to open in the Fall 2025 semester. There’s no exact date for the opening just yet, but the Saxbys team is aiming for...

Board of Trustees members from left, Jean Edelman, Joseph Cosgrove, Dean of Students Kevin Koett, Michael Carbone, Chad Bruner, SGA President Zackary Brown, Rowan President Ali Houshmand, Nikitas Moustakas, Ali Ishage, Nick Petroni, Yuval Saar and Director of Chamberlain Student Center. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Student Center expansion finally opens to public

Paige Britt, Features Editor March 12, 2025

Nearly three years and 31.4 million dollars later, the Chamberlain Student Center expansion finally opened to the public on March 12.  The Board of Trustees members, including University President...

Wifi issues unrelated to Rowan services

Lily Miller, Staff Writer February 19, 2025

Editor's Note: This article has been edited and updated for accuracy. The headline has been changed to reflect the accuracy of Rowan's relation to students individual wifi concerns, as Rowan IRT confirmed...

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...

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