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EDITORIAL: This article was written by AI

The Whit Staff February 8, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves in various industries and has recently become a hot topic in the realm of higher education. While AI has the potential to revolutionize the way colleges...

Michaels discusses the various perceptions of Valentine's Day. - Graphic / Julia Quennessen

Michaels: A new perspective on Valentine’s Day

Sylent Lee Michaels February 8, 2023

Oh, Valentines Day — the most loving, yet hated, holiday. The one that is characterized by hearts, flowers, chocolate, and of course, romance. It can make you feel more alone than anything or can make...

Philadelphia Eagles fans flood the streets of Philly after the Eagles won the NFC Championship on Jan. 29. - Photo / Simone Brooks

Pala: There’s no logic to Philly sports fandom

Nigel Pala February 1, 2023

Philadelphia sports fans are the eighth “Wonder of the World." It's a unit to ironically marvel, with a cult-like culture that is built on blind faith and high levels of emotion that you simply have...

Rowan student and waitress Madison Miller stands with her five-star Yelp review. - Photo / Lilly Frankel

Michaels: Waiting tables and building character

Sylent Lee Michaels February 1, 2023

The restaurant industry is not an easy place to work, but the character it builds and the experiences you can gain make it an exceptional job. It has been a belief of mine for years that everyone should...

Currently, only dogs are part of the pet therapy program, but including different animals allows for students with allergies to participate. - Graphic / Julia Quennessen

EDITORIAL: Rowan Pet Therapy needs more pet options for students

The Whit Staff February 1, 2023

Just less than five years ago, Rowan University introduced its Shrieber Family Pet Therapy Program, an outlet that provides Animal-Assisted Therapy for students or anyone affiliated with the school. The...

This is the fifth suicide the Rowan community has faced in four years. - Photo / Amanda Palma

EDITORIAL: A student died — and Rowan said nothing

The Whit Staff January 26, 2023

According to the University of Connecticut, nearly 1,100 suicides will occur on college campuses across the United States in a given year. Unfortunately, Rowan University is not exempt from this staggering...

Michaels discusses effective habits for the new year. - Copy Editor / Sylent Lee Michaels

Michaels: The effective habits of a stressed college student

Sylent Lee Michaels January 25, 2023

With a new semester comes new classes, new plans and new experiences. Therefore, I think it is time to talk about organizational skills and little tips to help you through the semester and life in general.  I...

Graphic Editor / Julia Quennessen

EDITORIAL: Holly Pointe is unsafe — it’s Rowan’s responsibility to fix it

The Whit Staff December 8, 2022

With the space to house over 1400 students and the location of Rowan University’s buffet-style food court, Holly Pointe Commons is the biggest dorm on campus.  This makes the building the most...

Valcourt was sworn in as a Monroe Township councilwoman in 2021. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Chelsea Valcourt

Valcourt: The importance of young people getting involved in politics

Chelsea Valcourt December 8, 2022

Politics. This ugly, eight-letter word is often a feared dinner-time conversation. It’s the source of arguments and polarization. It’s often thought of as an old, white man’s game, but it doesn’t...

Sylent Lee Michaels with her mom Lois Ann Michaels as a young child. - Copy Editor / Sylent Lee  Michaels

Michaels: How to avoid a blue Christmas

Sylent Lee Michaels December 8, 2022

Thanksgiving is over which means the holidays are in full swing. This time of year is supposed to be the happiest time for friends and families as we gather together to spread joy and love to one another....

Sylent Lee Michaels photographed with her cousin Morgan Lee Sheerin, as they both share a middle name. - Copy Editor / Sylent Lee Michaels

Michaels: What’s in a name?

Sylent Lee Michaels December 7, 2022

I want to share a story, a story about a name. It is my name in fact, and I want to share it with you to prove a point. The point that names tell a story and why it is a beautiful thing to be able to...

The Student Support Services Street Team sit in the Student Center with the "wheel of success." - Photo / Rowan Student Success Programs

EDITORIAL: Stopping student hunger starts with professors

The Whit Staff December 1, 2022

Almost every college student is “broke” in some sort of way. As college is a major transitional period of life, it can be difficult for students to attend classes, hold-down part-time or full-time...

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