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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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Drew Mendoza swings at a pitch earlier this season. Mendoza hit the game winning RBI on Tuesday night to defeat the IronBirds in extra innings. Sunday, July 3, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Ashley Craven

Wilmington Blue Rocks Defeat Aberdeen IronBirds in 13-Inning Matchup

Matt Green
August 3, 2022
Drew Mendoza swings at a pitch. Mendoza recorded a home run, triple, and double in the Blue Rocks win Tuesday night. Friday, June 17, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Drew Mendoza Almost Hits for a Cycle in Wilmington Blue Rocks’ Win Over Jersey Shore BlueClaws

Matt Green
June 30, 2022
Ricardo Mendez reaches home earlier this season. Mendez would be the one to send the winning-run home in the Blue Rocks' 6-5 victory over the Cyclones Tuesday night. Friday, May 20, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Come Back to Defeat Brooklyn Cyclones in Series Opener

Matt Green
June 29, 2022
Reilly Shaup and Julianna Corson defend Rowan's goal. Rowan's defense have been a key aspect in their winning streak. Saturday, April 23, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse Rides Their Winning Streak to the NJAC Championships

Matt Green
May 8, 2022
Darren Baker rounding first earlier in the season. Baker would hit the walk-off RBI to win the game on Tuesday night. Saturday, April 23, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Pick up an Extra Inning Victory in First Game Against the Hot Rods

Matt Green
May 4, 2022
Elise Cohan with control of the ball. Cohan is averaging four goals per game this season. - Saturday, April 23, 2022. Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse Continues Their Hot Streak Against Stockton

Matt Green
April 27, 2022
Sophia Schiavo running down the field earlier this season. Schiavo and the team has picked up two back-to-back wins this past week. Saturday, March 26, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse Bounces Back During Crucial NJAC Matchups

Matt Green
April 20, 2022
Cole Daily covers second base during a game earlier this season. Daily and the Blue Rocks dropped their Tuesday night game against the Crawdads 7-5. Saturday, April 9, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Drop First Game of the Series Against Hickory Crawdads

Matt Green
April 20, 2022
Myles Powell going up for a shot. Powell would score 28 points from off the bench in their game two matchup against the Vipers. Thursday, April 14, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats were Unable to Capture G League Championship

Matt Green
April 18, 2022
The Rowan Lacrosse team walking off the field earlier this season. After their meeting with TCNJ, they are 0-1 in the NJAC but 4-7 on the season. Saturday, March 26, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse Drops First NJAC Matchup of the Season

Matt Green
April 13, 2022
Jake Irvin throwing a pitch against the Cyclones. Irvin would pitch three innings and record four strikeouts in his first outing of 2022. Sunday, April 10, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Ashley Craven

Wilmington Blue Rocks Finish Their First Series of the Season On Top

Matt Green
April 12, 2022
Myles Powell going up for a layout against the Long Island Nets. Powell scored 25 points in the Blue Coats first round victory over the Nets. Tuesday, April 5, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats Continue on in the G League Playoffs

Matt Green
April 7, 2022
Mel Rodgers in goal in a game earlier this season. Rodgers and fellow goalie Reilly Shaup have averaged 9.30 saves per game this season. Saturday, March 26, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

The Duo Defending the Net for Rowan Lacrosse

Matt Green
April 6, 2022
Charles Bassey running back down the court earlier this season. Bassey had a career best in points and rebounds on Saturday night against the Wisconsin Herd. Friday, March 25, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Blue Coats Cap Off Regular Season with Weekend Sweep of Wisconsin Herd

Matt Green
April 4, 2022
Molly Green on the attack against Ursinus. Green, as a freshman, has already 11 goals in her career at Rowan. Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022. - Photo / Nick Feldman

Molly Green is Already a Star for Rowan Women’s Lacrosse

Matt Green
March 30, 2022
Sophia Schiavo and Shannen Sterner celebrating after a goal against Eastern University. Rowan picked up the 21-2 victory that afternoon. Saturday, March 26. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Lacrosse Returns to the Win Column This Past Weekend

Matt Green
March 28, 2022
Shamorie Ponds going up for a layup against Motor City Cruise. Ponds had a game-high 28 points along with five rebounds and assists in the Blue Coats 125-118 win. Sunday, March 27, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats Overcome Motor City Cruise in an Intense Battle

Matt Green
March 28, 2022
Erin Scioli guarding an opponent in a game earlier this season. Scioli and the defense gave up 13 goals in their loss to Scranton on Wednesday night. Wednesday, Feb. 23. - Photo / Nick Feldman

Rowan Women’s Lacrosse get Outscored by Scranton Lady Royals

Matt Green
March 23, 2022
Shaq Harrison jumping up for a dunk earlier this season. In Sunday afternoon's lost to the Celtics, Harrison put up 24 points, going 4-8 from three-point range. Thursday, Feb. 24. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats Unable to Complete Comeback Against Maine Celtics

Matt Green
March 22, 2022
Julianna Corson making a pass to her teammate. Corson was one of Rowan's leading producers in Wednesday night's win. Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022. - Photo / Nick Feldman

Rowan Women’s Lacrosse Bounces Back Against Ranked Washington College

Matt Green
March 9, 2022
Andrew Seager going up for the opening tipoff. Seager will be a key factor for Rowan's 2023 team. Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

The Season May be Over, but the Future is Bright for Rowan Men’s Basketball

Matt Green
March 9, 2022
Braxton Key driving to the basket. Key would score a game-high 26 points on Saturday night in the Blue Coats victory over the Knicks. Saturday, March 5, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats Score a Season-High in Their 146-111 Victory Over the Westchester Knicks

Matt Green
March 7, 2022
Rowan's women's lacrosse team in a huddle. The team picked up their first loss of the season this past Monday. - Photo / Nick Feldman via. Rowan Athletics

Rowan Women’s Lacrosse Falls to Salisbury University on the Road

Matt Green
March 2, 2022
Josh Wright driving to the basket. Wright has been a key factor off the bench for Rowan during this postseason run. February 24, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Basketball Looks for Redemption in the NCAA Division III Tournament

Matt Green
March 2, 2022
Ashley Lechliter during a penalty shot. Lechliter recorded a hat triple in their season opener on Wednesday. Photo / Nick Feldman via. Rowan Athletics

Rowan Women’s Lacrosse Opens Their Season With a 17-6 Victory

Matt Green
February 23, 2022
Marcellus Ross driving to the basket. Ross dropped 21 points in their quarterfinal victory on Tuesday night. Tuesday, Feb. 22. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Basketball Keeps Moving Forward Through the NJAC Playoffs

Matt Green
February 23, 2022
Charlie Brown Jr. after a made three-pointer. Brown Jr. has been one of the biggest stories from the G League to be called up to the NBA. Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Jumps to the Major League: A Breakdown of Delaware Blue Coats’ NBA Call-Ups This Season

Matt Green
February 19, 2022
Braxton Key going up for a layup. Key would have a career high five steals in their Thursday night win over the Windy City Bulls. Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Blue Coats Bounce Back With a win Over the Windy City Bulls

Matt Green
February 18, 2022
Ryan O'Leary taking a three. O'Leary and the Profs are heading towards the NJAC tournament next week. Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Basketball Gears up for the NJAC Tournament

Matt Green
February 16, 2022
Andrew Seager after taking a three-point shot. Seager scored 17 and recorded five blocks on Saturday afternoon against Ramapo. Monday, Jan. 31, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Basketball Rolls Past Ramapo Once Again

Matt Green
February 16, 2022
Josh Wright taking a corner shot. Wright has been a key part of Rowan's men's basketball team off the bench. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Basketball Heats up as the Regular Season Starts Winding Down

Matt Green
February 9, 2022
D'Andre Vilmar taking the ball up the court. Vilmar would have a season-high 19 points in their win on Wednesday night over Rutgers-Camden. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Strong Production Across the Board Leads Rowan Men’s Basketball to Victory Over Rutgers-Camden

Matt Green
February 2, 2022
Charles Bassey attempting to block a shot. Bassey would have six blocks in the Blue Coats Friday night loss against the College Park Skyhawks. Friday, Dec. 17, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats Drop Friday Night Game to the College Park Skyhawks

Matt Green
January 29, 2022
Rowan's Marcellus Ross dribbling past a TCNJ defender. Ross has been one of Rowan's top performers this season. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Marcellus Ross’ Journey to the Prof’s Starting Lineup

Matt Green
January 26, 2022
Rowan's Marcellus Ross going up for a layup with a TCNJ player trying to contend it. Ross was one of Rowan's leading scorers on Wednesday night against TCNJ with 20 points. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Basketball Takes Down TCNJ 101-79, Sweeping Them in Regular Season

Matt Green
January 25, 2022
Blue Coat's Shaq Harrison bringing the ball up court with Haywood Highsmith trailing behind him. Harrison and Highsmith would be the high scores for the team in their win over the Gold Sunday afternoon. Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats Capture a Victory in Their First Home Game of 2022

Matt Green
January 16, 2022
Jared Brownridge running back down the court. Brownridge, while not on the court, now hosts his own podcast. Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Coats off the Court: Jared Brownridge

Matt Green
January 4, 2022
Blue Coat's Charles Bassey taking a shot over a Knicks defender. Bassey would record a double-double in the Blue Coat's 93-91 victory over the Knicks. Friday, Dec. 17, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats Comeback in the Second Half to Sweep the Westchester Knicks

Matt Green
December 22, 2021
Blue Coats' Paul Reed going up for a layup. Reed would record 25 points and 16 rebounds in the team's 120-109 victory over the Knicks. Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats Win the First of Two Homes Games Against the Westchester Knicks

Matt Green
December 16, 2021
Rowan's Marcellus Ross going for a layup. Ross recorded a double-double in their victory over Cabrini. Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Basketball Looks to Stay Hot on Road Trip

Matt Green
December 8, 2021
Rowan's Andrew Seager taking a free throw. Seager would total 27 points in Rowan's 99-91 win on Saturday over Kean. Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021. Staff Photographer / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Basketball Picks up a Comeback Victory Over Kean University

Matt Green
December 8, 2021
Rowan's Hafeez Melvin taking a jump shot. On Wednesday night, Melvin would record seven points and seven rebounds in Rowan 98-69 loss to Stockton. Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021. - Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan Men’s Basketball Falls to Stockton University 98-69

Matt Green
December 2, 2021
Blue Coat Haywood Highsmith driving to the basket. Highsmith is one of the two players who will miss be away from Delaware during these next two games. Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats Heads Into Their Series Against the Raptors 905 Without Two key Players

Matt Green
November 27, 2021
Rowan's Arian Azemi going for a layup. Azemi would score 41 points in their win over Marymount. Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021. - Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan Men’s Basketball Player Ties School Record With Nine Three-Pointers in Victory Over Marymount

Matt Green
November 17, 2021
Rowan's Ryan O'Leary going up for a layup in a game in an earlier season. O'Leary is one of five retuning players of the 2021-22 team. - File Photo / Ben Stephens

Rowan Men’s Basketball 2021-22 Season Preview

Matt Green
November 17, 2021
A Rowan men's basketball player finishing his layup. Rowan win their first two games of the 2021-22 season this past weekend. - File Photo / Ben Stephens

Rowan Men’s Basketball Opens Their Season With two Wins

Matt Green
November 17, 2021
Blue Coats Head Coach Coby Karl and Tra-Deon Hollins on the sidelines. Karl would use the "small ball" approach in the team's victory over Long Island Nets. Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Head Coach Coby Karl’s “Small Ball” Scheme Leads to Success for the Delaware Blue Coats in Their First Win

Matt Green
November 10, 2021
Chase Fieldhouse, the home court of the Delaware Blue Coats. The team will be returning to this court on Nov. 6 in their season opener. Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Green: Everything you Need to Know About the 2021-22 Delaware Blue Coats

Matt Green
November 6, 2021
Delaware Blue Coats Shaq Harrison (left) and Jarron Cumberland (right) during Media Day. Harrison is one of the veterans on this Blue Coats team. Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021 - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

Delaware Blue Coats Veterans’ Words of Advice for Their Younger Teammates

Matt Green
November 6, 2021
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