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University Senate strategizes amidst ongoing battles for library and parking

Lily Miller, Opinion Editor October 1, 2025

With an introduction to Rowan’s new chancellor and provost, Tony Loman and Vojislava Pophristic, respectively, updates from Vice Chancellor and CEO of Rowan Online Michael Roark, and a laundry list of...

The drop in computer science enrollment at Rowan has been attributed to a few different reasons, including a decrease in international students this semester. (Photo via pixabay.com)

Rowan computer science enrollment sees decrease for 2025-2026 school year

Jayden Parente, Contributor September 24, 2025

For the first time in 20 years, Rowan University’s enrollment number of computer science majors has dropped 12.61%, according to data from the University’s Banner program.  This historic drop has...

The Chamberlain Student Center during the "Forging Forward" campaign launch event. Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)

Rowan launches public phase of “Forging Forward” campaign

Kacie Scibilia, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

With an eye towards the future, Rowan University kick-started the public phase of “Forging Forward: A Campaign for Rowan University." On Friday, Sept. 19, the Chamberlain Student Center Expansion...

Plants being watered at the regenerative farm on Rowan's West Campus. (Rowan Today)

Regenerative farm at Rowan’s West Campus cultivates new opportunities for students

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer September 24, 2025

At Rowan University’s West Campus, students and faculty are working together to monitor soil, grow crops, and test regenerative agriculture techniques designed to transform South Jersey food systems. The...

From left to right: Nathan Lowe, Andrew J. McNally, Asim Z. Haque, Bob Brabston, and Mark Magyar speak as a part of the first panel of experts. Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Photography Editor / Christopher Otto)

Sweeney Center holds conference addressing energy workforce

Christopher Otto, News & Photography Editor September 17, 2025

With the energy landscape in New Jersey constantly changing and evolving, much like the rest of the world, experts have been looking for new strategies to fill current needs and demand for energy, as well...

SGA logo. (Photo via ProfLink)

SGA Senate holds first meeting of the Fall 2025 semester

Mattie Mac Kay, Arts & Entertainment Editor September 17, 2025

Rowan Student Government Association (SGA) held its first meeting of the semester on Sept. 15, 2025. The meeting began with an open session from Rowan Public Safety Director Steven Ronaldo, where he...

Students posed with the stethoscopes that they were gifted at the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine's Stethoscope Ceremony (Rowan Today)

Rowan vet school welcomes first class

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer September 10, 2025

Rowan University marked a historic milestone on Thursday, Aug. 28, hosting the inaugural stethoscope ceremony for the new Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine. The new school is the first of its kind...

The Saxbys cafe on the first floor of the Chamberlain Student Center still under construction. Tuesday, September 9, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. - Staff Writer / Michael Bautista

Construction for Student Center Saxbys nearly complete

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer September 10, 2025

The long-awaited second Saxbys cafe at Rowan University is nearing its grand debut. Rowan University’s Chamberlain Student Center will welcome a new Saxbys cafe on Tuesday, Oct. 7. Much like the Saxbys...

The playground of the recently closed Early Childhood Demonstration Center. Glassboro, NJ. Tuesday, September 9, 2025. - Photography Editor / Christopher Otto

Rowan preschool shuts down permanently

Kacie Scibilia, Staff Writer September 10, 2025

Despite public outcry, Rowan University’s Early Childhood Demonstration Center (ECDC) has closed its doors for good.  As of Aug. 31, 2025, the university made the decision to end the preschool program,...

The eight Rowan students who had their visas revoked have been reinstated. - Photo via Adobe Stock

Revoked international Rowan student visas now restored

Paige Britt, Features Editor April 30, 2025

Editor's note: Due to the sensitivity of this topic, certain sources have been kept anonymous to protect their identity and the identities of other international students.  It was announced on April...

Circlez Co-founder Aiden Tahmazian stands with his $30,000 New Venture winner check. - Photo via Aiden Tahmazian

Rowan New Venture Competition winner discusses future plans

Alexander Cruz, Staff Writer April 30, 2025

During this year’s New Venture Competition, Aiden Tahmazian, a 20-year-old junior mechanical engineering student, came out victorious, earning $30,000 in prize money with his company project management...

From left to right, President Ali A. Houshmand, Ron Jaworski, and Board of Trustees Member Joe Cosgrove posing with the $5,000 check for the West Campus Farm - Photo via Rowan Today

Former Philadelphia Eagles QB donates money to Rowan West Campus Farm

Julissa Sierra, Staff Writer April 23, 2025

On April 9, former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback, Ron Jaworski, donated $5,000 to Rowan’s West Campus Farm in an effort to keep the farm producing essential food for students in need. For the last...

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