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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
The Rowan Boulevard apartments covered in the smoke's haze. - Co-Sports Editor / Tyler Delpercio
Statewide drought and wildfires cause haze of smoke over Rowan’s campus
Hiring graphic. - Graphic Editor / Brendan Cohen
Rowan searching for first ever chief marketing officer
Election Results Graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
New Jersey election results 2024: winners at the state and local level announced
Breaking news graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Man found dead on railroad tracks near two Glassboro schools
Danny Fleming drives up the floor. The senior scored 15 points against Eastern. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball picks up first win of the season against Eastern
Brooke Adams sets up her teammate. The senior totaled 49 of the Profs' 54 assists in the quarterfinals against Kean. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan volleyball advances to NJAC semifinals with victory against Kean
Kate Herlihy running the point. The senior is expected to move into an off-ball role this season. - Photo via Lee Kotzen
Rowan women’s basketball gears up for year two of the Kate Pearson era
"I am the person I am today because of the Air Force." - Photo via @rowanwxc_track on Instagram
Rowan women’s cross-country celebrates Veterans Day with one of their own
Ella Pennington competes in the backstroke. The junior has been named NJAC Swimmer of the Week two times in a row to start the season. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming falls to Salisbury in first NJAC meet of the season
Michael Barkann with Neil Hartman posing for Pizza with the Pros. - Social Media Editor / Frankie Ryan
Pizza with the Pros welcomes NBC Sports Philadelphia Postgame Live host Michael Barkann
The Civil War Diary of Emma Mordecai cover. - Photo via @rowan_wgs
Rowan professor launches “The Civil War Diary of Emma Mordecai”
Members of MOCHA recognized by SGA on Sept. 16. - Photo via @rowan_moca.
MOCHA works to empower men of color and diversify the classroom
Diwali: A celebration in pictures
The 3D Printing Club organizes books for the drive. - Photo via the 3D Printing Club.
3D Printing Club works with BookSmiles to get books in the hands of kids
"The Bramble House, while unaffiliated with Rowan Alternative, is dedicated to providing a venue for local artists to perform for the Glassboro music scene." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Bramble House hosts house show
Veronica Somers announces album drop. - Photo via Veronica Somers
Nursing student Veronica Somers drops album
"Between poems, owner of Words Matter Bookstore and host Keryl Hausmann spoke, saying 'To listen to [poetry] is different than to read it.'" - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Words Matter Bookstore hosts relaxing poetry open mic night
A student sings "My Boo" by Alicia Keys and Usher at the Rowan Jazz and Spoken Word Night at the Chamberlain Student Center. Glassboro, NJ. Friday, November 9, 2024. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller
Rowan After Hours hosts Jazz Spoken Word Night
"Instead, we got another Igor, another half-measure. It solidified my problem with Tyler’s music: I always like what he’s going for, but not what he’s actually doing." - Copy Desk Chief / Owen O'Brien
O’Brien: I really want to love Tyler, the Creator
The Rowan’s American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) hosted an event on Monday April 22nd where students where students got the opportunity to use a flight simulator. – Multimedia Editor / Adam Reim
Rowan AIAA hosts flight simulation event
Rowan Centennial Special Edition
Rowan Centennial Special Edition
Whit Editor in Chief Victoria McGivern throws up piece signs in the Eynon Ballroom. - Staff Photographer / Josh Ayers
Flicks from CCCA 2023 Showcase & Recognition Day
Video art gallery: "SuperCellular" by Carolyn Healy & John Phillips
Video art gallery: “SuperCellular” by Carolyn Healy & John Phillips
Bristol to Burke: Rowan Women's Soccer Commander in Net
Bristol to Burke: Rowan Women’s Soccer Commander in Net
"This year’s contentious race has led to college students turning against one another, ostracizing and eliminating those who feel differently than they do from their lives." - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay
Editorial: Political unity begins with our generation
Abigail Twiford volunteering at the animal shelter in 2022.- Co-News Editor / Abigail Twiford
Twiford: A resource guide to help in your community after the election
"For myself and others, who prayed and hoped for any possibility of a step in the right direction, we were met with a severe setback and a reminder of the tribulations our democracy faces." - Photo / Chip Somodevilla via Louisiana Illuminator
Fogg: A wakeup call to our unfortunate reality
"As college students, we can’t spend hundreds of dollars on bespoke and fancy clothing or items." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Schweiger: Ditch the trend trap
"I wanted for my son to have the best life possible. So, I enrolled at Rowan University majoring in Journalism." - Photo via Aaliyah Collins
Collins: Going to school with 2 under 2

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Gov. Phil Murphy speaks at Rowan University Editor-in-Chief / Miguel Martinez

Affordability, The Economy, & Jobs: Governor Phil Murphy discusses the perks & concerns of New Jersey as he visits Rowan University

Alexander Heller
October 22, 2019
The Wellness Center offers many student health services which can help students remain healthy all flu season. - Editor-in-Chief / Tara Lonsdorf

Turning over a new leaf: How the Wellness Center is addressing mental health at Rowan

Alexander Heller
October 9, 2019
Holly Pointe Commons - Business Manager/ Cole Ditzel

As overall crime falls, sexual offenses are on the rise, according to Rowan’s annual report

Alexander Heller
October 2, 2019
Bunce Hall, on the campus of Rowan University. -Photo Editor/Amanda Palma

Rowan student passes away suddenly

Alexander Heller
September 30, 2019
Pete Buttigieg is making a bid for the 2020 presidential office. - Photo by CNN

Heller: Why Pete Buttigieg should be the Democratic nominee for 2020

Alexander Heller
September 11, 2019
Holly Pointe Commons houses most freshmen on campus. - Photo / Miguel Martinez

Rowan’s rising student population causes housing crisis for some

Alexander Heller
September 11, 2019
Nicholas Alexandros Mercados celebrates with SGA President Arielle Gedeon as he's passed the Torch of Knowledge. Photo by Alexander Heller

Rowan welcomes class of 2023

Alexander Heller
September 2, 2019
Rowan students celebrate the 2019 Hollybash with Rowan's Prof. - News Editor/Alexander Heller

Rowan students make the most of Hollybash, regardless of weather

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May 1, 2019
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Pulitzer Prize winner Wendy Ruderman offers insights to Publishing Industry class

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April 24, 2019
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Heller: Julian Assange is not a journalist

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April 17, 2019
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Heller: To combat fake news, we must pay for real news

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April 10, 2019
SGA President Rbrey Singleton. -Photo courtesy of Rbrey Singleton

SGA passes 2019-20 budget during Rbrey Singleton’s last meeting as SGA president

Alexander Heller
April 10, 2019
Dr. Lee Talley points towards the provost, Dr. James Newell, in a friendly April Fools Day debate on Monday. Staff Writer / Alexander Heller.

RIPPAC celebrates its first April Fools’ Day debate

Alexander Heller
April 3, 2019
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Heller: Is the criticism of the media over their coverage of the Mueller investigation justified?

Alexander Heller
March 27, 2019
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Heller: The wealthy buying their way into prestigious colleges is nothing new

Alexander Heller
March 13, 2019
SGA Presidential candidates (from left to right) Michael J. Webster, Chad Hinson, and Arielle Gedeon, speak at Rowan SGA meeting on Monday in the Student Center Ballroom. Multimedia Editor / Miguel Martinez.

SGA votes down constitutional proposal, hosts ‘Meet the Candidates’ night for president and vice president

Alexander Heller
March 13, 2019
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Heller: It’s okay to fail

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March 6, 2019
Stock image of Rosie the Riveter. -Photo courtesy of The Smithsonian.

Sharing HERstory panel gives female Rowan students empowering guidance

Alexander Heller
March 6, 2019
Alternate Student Trustee candidates. Kyle Perez (left), Kevin McCarthy (middle) and Julia Gibbins (right). -Staff writer/Alexander Heller

Perez wins SGA alternate student trustee election following ‘Meet the Candidates’ event

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March 5, 2019
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Heller: Amazon needs to invest in Middle America

Alexander Heller
February 27, 2019
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Heller: What does a Bernie Sanders candidacy look like in 2020?

Alexander Heller
February 20, 2019
Geology Professor Paul Ullmann describing the fossil park’s recent sea turtle find. Staff Writer / Alexander Heller

Rowan’s Department of Environmental Science celebrates Darwin Day

Alexander Heller
February 13, 2019
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Heller: Why the Oscars aren’t worth watching anymore

Alexander Heller
February 13, 2019
Steve Sweeney, at Rowan University, discusses the fiscal condition of New Jersey and its future effect it may pose on the public . Editor-in-Chief / Miguel Martinez

Steve Sweeney visits Rowan to discuss New Jersey’s fiscal condition and future

Alexander Heller
February 6, 2019
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Heller: Journalists and journalism majors must adapt to an evolving medium

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January 30, 2019
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Heller: Take a breath. It’s almost over.

Alexander Heller
December 12, 2018
Students from the Jewish community gather outside the student center to light the menorah in celebration of Hanukkah. - File photo / Alex Heller

Rowan students gather to celebrate Hanukkah

Alexander Heller
December 12, 2018
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Heller: Superheroes are out. Live action Disney is in.

Alexander Heller
December 5, 2018
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Heller: Don’t go bankrupt for Christmas

Alexander Heller
November 28, 2018
Students and board members meet with the SGA E-board to discuss future health plans in the Eynon Ballroom. Staff Writer/Alex Heller

SGA Senate votes against a new healthcare resolution

Alexander Heller
November 28, 2018
Student participants of the third annual Idea Challenge. Staff Writer/Alex Heller

Aspiring entrepreneurs compete at third annual Idea Challenge

Alexander Heller
November 26, 2018
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Heller: What a Democrat controlled House means for Trump and the GOP

Alexander Heller
November 7, 2018
Rowan students and Glassboro residents volunteer and participate in the Philabundance on Friday in parking lot D. Staff Writer/Alexander Heller

Philabundance comes to Rowan

Alexander Heller
October 31, 2018
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Heller: How Orson Welles’ ‘War of The Worlds’ broadcast influenced fake news and mass panic

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October 31, 2018
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Heller: Millennials could change the political landscape this time around

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October 24, 2018
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AWARE outlines ways to be a better white ally

Alexander Heller
October 23, 2018
Participants take part in the Offic of Social Justice Safe Zone Training. Staff Writer / Alexander Heller

Office of Social Justice holds a Safe Zone Training

Alexander Heller
October 17, 2018
The water tower at Rowan University notes the connection with Glassboro. -Multimedia Editor/Miguel Martinez

Heller: The growing divide between Rowan students and Glassboro residents

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October 10, 2018
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Heller: America first shouldn’t mean America alone

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October 3, 2018
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Heller: Catholic priests must be held accountable

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September 25, 2018
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Heller: Twitter had every right to ban Alex Jones

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September 19, 2018
Glassboro municipal positions have all been filed by the Democratic Party. -Photo / pixabay.com

Heller: Who’s who in New Jersey’s close senate and congressional races

Alexander Heller
September 12, 2018
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Heller: Civil war in Venezuela is inevitable

Alexander Heller
April 9, 2018
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Heller: The good things Trump has accomplished

Alexander Heller
April 2, 2018

Heller: Lebron should go to Houston. It just makes sense

Alexander Heller
February 27, 2018
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Heller: The XFL might actually succeed

Alexander Heller
February 21, 2018
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Heller: Why NFL ratings are declining

Alexander Heller
February 12, 2018
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