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A Rowan University Police Cruiser. - Photo via Nick Feldman
Rowan Boulevard overtaken by “flash mob”
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
Clean up crew at Back 2 Boro – Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia
Back 2 the Boro returns to Rowan
Insomnia Cookies opened its doors to the public on April 15. - Photo via 42 Freeway
Insomnia cookies becomes second cookie spot on Robo
The eight Rowan students who had their visas revoked have been reinstated. - Photo via Adobe Stock
Revoked international Rowan student visas now restored
The Glassboro Municipal building. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Glassboro Council thanks first responders for work during brush fires
The Glassboro Municipal building. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Glassboro Council celebrates retiring officers at latest meeting
The Glassboro Municipal building. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Downtown Glassboro redevelopment plans discussed at latest council meeting
The Glassboro Municipal building. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Borough of Glassboro Council holds first meeting of the new year
Mayor John Wallace III (right) at the council meeting. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Glassboro Retirees honored at council meeting
Glassboro fire officials work to put out the fire at the Glassboro High School. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, April 17, 2025. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Brush fire ignites near train tracks behind Glassboro High School
Breaking news graphic - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Glassboro PD responds to incident outside 7-Eleven
The crash claimed the lives of two drivers early Thursday morning. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Two drivers killed after fatal crash on Route 55 North
A Rowan University Police Cruiser. - Photo via Nick Feldman
Rowan Boulevard overtaken by “flash mob”
Breaking news graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Man found dead on railroad tracks near two Glassboro schools
Rowan Police were notified that a student had begun posting multiple pictures and videos on an Instagram account of the firearm with an extended magazine, according to court documents." - Graphic Editor/ Brendan Cohen
Firearm arrest in 230 Victoria raises questions of campus residential safety
Quality of life graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Quality of life offenses see a rise on campus
The annual report is released every year by the university. - Graphic via Julia Quennessen
Rowan releases Clery Report for 2024-25 academic year
A Rowan University Police Cruiser. - Photo via Nick Feldman
Rowan Boulevard overtaken by “flash mob”
Insomnia Cookies opened its doors to the public on April 15. - Photo via 42 Freeway
Insomnia cookies becomes second cookie spot on Robo
The D'Aquila family sits on a bench and holds copies of South Jersey Local. - Photo via the D'Aquila family
South Jersey family launches newspaper
Election graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Student voter’s guide to the New Jersey gubernatorial election
The Glassboro Municipal building. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Glassboro Council thanks first responders for work during brush fires
The eight Rowan students who had their visas revoked have been reinstated. - Photo via Adobe Stock
Revoked international Rowan student visas now restored
Election graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Student voter’s guide to the New Jersey gubernatorial election
SGA logo. - Photo via ProfLink
SGA approves 2025-26 Fiscal Budget
Hawthorn Hall, the home of the International Center. - Photo via Rowan University
Eight international students see study visas revoked
Students walk through campus for the Rowan YDSA march. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, April 3, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller
Students rally for more involvement in university decisions
"Well, it’s to show that it is over for the Antetokoumnpo era, whether they agree or not. It’s been over for multiple years, but they have fought tooth and nail to stop their fate because of their 2021 championship run." - News Editor / Sarah Shockey
Dougherty: The downfall of the Milwaukee Bucks
Yasmin Harris dodges a defender. Harris scored a hat trick versus Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse headed back to NJAC championship after win over Montclair State
Caleb Lomavita gears up to swing. Lomavita recorded his first career home run in the 6-3 win on Saturday. - Photo via Hannah Capolingua
Caleb Lomavita’s first career home run helps push Blue Rocks to series victory over IronBirds
Seaver King slides into second. The Nationals former first round pick hit his first career home run in the loss Friday. - Photo via Hannah Capolingua
Seaver King hits home run No. 1 but Blue Rocks bullpen can’t hang on against IronBirds
Phil Sedalis fist bumps Dave Appolonia. The senior hit two home runs, one being a grand slam, versus Rutgers-Newark. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Phil Sedalis’ 8 RBIs help Rowan baseball cruise past Rutgers-Newark
Isaiah Mobley drives to the paint. Mobley finished with 13 points in the win. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats conclude the season with a hard fought win over 905
Marcus Bagley converts an and-one. Bagley finished with 16 points and 14 rebounds in the comeback win. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats erase 22-point deficit to knock off Skyhawks
Isaiah Mobley gets back on defense. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats get eliminated from postseason hunt after falling to Skyhawks
Jalen Hood-Schifino scans the court. The two-way player scored 18 points in his Blue Coats debut. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats snap three-game losing streak with thrilling victory over Mad Ants
Ricky Council IV drives to the hoop. The second-year player scored a career-high 40 points against the Swarm. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Council’s big game not enough for Blue Coats to overcome Swarm
Members of Rowan men's swimming celebrate with Ella Pennington following her third consecutive All-American honor. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Ella Pennington earns third consecutive All-American honor
Emily McCutcheon delivers the pitch. McCutcheon tallied eight innings and surrendered just five hits in the doubleheader sweep. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rylee Lutz and Emily McCutcheon help power Rowan softball to 22nd consecutive victory
The Profs celebrate their third-place finish at the Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Jason Agyemang shines for Rowan men’s indoor track and field in national championship
Jack Watson competes in a race. Watson was named as a first-team All-American in the 100 backstroke and second team in the 800 free relay. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming shines at NCAA Division III Championships
Jamir Brown looks back at his competition. Brown is the NJAC Rookie of the Year. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Hardware galore for Rowan men’s indoor track and field
Jack Watson competes in a race. Watson was named as a first-team All-American in the 100 backstroke and second team in the 800 free relay. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming shines at NCAA Division III Championships
Jack Watson competes in the backstroke. Watson is preparing for his final meet at Rowan. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
From Panther to Prof: Jack Watson’s journey to Rowan men’s swimming
"My goal is to just go out there and have fun, swim fast, and enjoy it with the guys that I’m there with." - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming places fourth at NJAC Championships
Gavin Luong swims in a race. The senior's collegiate career is winding down. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming aims for first conference championship victory in five years
Gavin Luong competes in a race. Luong recorded a first place finish in the 50 freestyle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming falls to Swarthmore on Senior Day
The Profs celebrate their third-place finish at the Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Jason Agyemang shines for Rowan men’s indoor track and field in national championship
Jamir Brown looks back at his competition. Brown is the NJAC Rookie of the Year. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Hardware galore for Rowan men’s indoor track and field
The team celebrates their AARTFC title. It marks the sixth one in franchise history. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field claims sixth AARTFC title in seven years
Noah Wampole sprints towards the finish line. Wampole placed first in the high jump event at the FastTrack Last Chance Invite. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field sees athletes shine at FastTrack Last Chance Invite
The team celebrates their New Jersey Athletic Conference Championship win. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field continues decade-long dominance with NJAC title
Danny Fleming shoots a three-pointer. Fleming was the Profs' second-leading scorer against Stockton with 17 points. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball falls to Stockton in first round of NJAC playoffs
Rowan men's basketball celebrates Senior Day with their families. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball falls to Rutgers-Newark on Senior Day
Taz Cantey makes a move. The junior scored a team-high 17 points against TCNJ. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball suffers heartbreaking loss against TCNJ behind poor late-game execution
Khalif Meares brings the ball up the court. Meares recorded 24 points in the win. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Khalif Meares’ 24 points helps Rowan men’s basketball knock off Kean
Brycen Williams runs up the floor. The junior scored a team-high 17 points against NJCU. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball picks up key NJAC win against NJCU
Members of Rowan men's swimming celebrate with Ella Pennington following her third consecutive All-American honor. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Ella Pennington earns third consecutive All-American honor
Kaitlyn Crouthamel competes in a race. Crouthamel won the NJAC in the 1650 freestyle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming sees records fall during the NJAC Championships
Laura and Elizabeth Jones through the years. - Photo via @rowanwswim on Instagram
Laura and Elizabeth Jones: the twin sister duo reflects on their time together as teammates
Lilyanna Martin headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Lilyanna Martin: the rookie sensation making an impact on Rowan women’s swimming
Ella Pennington competes in a backstroke. Pennington was named as the NJAC Swimmer of the Week for the seventh time. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming gears up for the NJAC Championships
Gabriella Pagano races to the finish line. The junior placed fourth in the 3000 meter race. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s track and field caps indoor season in Ithaca
Rowan women's indoor track and field celebrates their second-place finish at the NJAC Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics.
Rowan women’s indoor track and field places second at NJAC Championships
Kayla Julien runs in a race. The sophomore set a season-high in the 200 meter at the Valentine Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field competes in two events ahead of NJAC Championships
Shannon Stakelbeck races towards the finish line. The sophomore placed sixth in the 5000 meters at the Fasttrack Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field puts together strong showing in Fasttrack Invitational
Molly Lodge sprints towards the finish line. Lodge was a member of the 4x400 team that recorded a season-best time at the METS Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field places fifth at METS Championships
Haley Selmer brings the ball up the court. Selmer finished with 10 points and five rebounds. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball’s loss to Kean ends bid for NJAC title
Rowan's seniors get honored pregame. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball celebrates Senior Day with decisive victory over Rutgers-Newark
Shayla Johnson grabs the ball. Johnson recorded 14 points in the loss. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
TCNJ shoots their way past Rowan women’s basketball
The Profs celebrate Kate Herlihy reaching 1,000 career points. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Kate Herlihy makes history in the Profs’ victory over Kean
Haley Selmer puts a shot up. Selmer recorded 16 points in the losing effort. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball drops home NJAC game to NJCU
Yasmin Harris dodges a defender. Harris scored a hat trick versus Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse headed back to NJAC championship after win over Montclair State
Phil Sedalis fist bumps Dave Appolonia. The senior hit two home runs, one being a grand slam, versus Rutgers-Newark. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Phil Sedalis’ 8 RBIs help Rowan baseball cruise past Rutgers-Newark
The 2025 NJAC Softball Championship tournament began on April 29. - Photo via njacsports.com
NJAC Softball Championship preview: how does each team stack up?
Anna Sasse competes in a race. Sasse placed first in the 800 meters at the TCNJ Lions Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field has impressive showings before NJAC championship
From left to right, Rajahn Dixon, Julian Conigliaro, Elijah Hendricks, and Robert McKinney celebrate their 4x200 win at The Penn Relays. The foursome beat the Division III outdoor record in that event. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field sets DIII record at Penn Relays
Phil Sedalis fist bumps Dave Appolonia. The senior hit two home runs, one being a grand slam, versus Rutgers-Newark. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Phil Sedalis’ 8 RBIs help Rowan baseball cruise past Rutgers-Newark
The team celebrates the walk-off victory. - Photo via @rowan_baseball on Instagram
Rowan baseball sweeps doubleheader against William Paterson with a pair of walk-offs
Zach Coluccio winds up for the pitch. Coluccio struck out six in the win over TCNJ. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Zach Coluccio carries a no-hitter into the seventh as Rowan baseball takes down TCNJ
Steven Maiers delivers a pitch. Maiers threw seven shutout innings in the win over Arcadia. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
A trio of pitchers secure Rowan baseball’s shutout over Arcadia
Tyler Cannon gears up to swing. Cannon tallied a home run in the loss. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball can’t rally past self inflicted wounds, falls to Rutgers-Camden
The 2025 NJAC Softball Championship tournament began on April 29. - Photo via njacsports.com
NJAC Softball Championship preview: how does each team stack up?
(Left to right) Seniors Maeve Lougheed, Rylee Lutz, Makayla Veneziale, Breanna Bryant, Liz McCaffery, and McKenzie Melvin get honored postgame. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball honors seniors with doubleheader sweep of Rutgers-Camden
Liz McCaffery stands in the box. McCaffery stole three bases and scored three runs in the doubleheader sweep. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball rallies from first loss of season to sweep Ramapo
Rylee Lutz winds up. Lutz threw a complete game shutout in game one of the doubleheader. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball’s historic win streak comes to a close after doubleheader split with TCNJ
Holly Markus picks a ball out of the dirt. The sophomore drove in the first run of the game for the Profs in Game 2 of their doubleheader against Stockton. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball sweeps another doubleheader, extends win streak to 30
Yasmin Harris dodges a defender. Harris scored a hat trick versus Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse headed back to NJAC championship after win over Montclair State
Molly Green scoops up a ground ball. Green led the team with five goals in the win over Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse dominates Montclair State on Senior Day
Molly Green shoots the ball. Green recorded the game-winning goal on Wednesday. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Molly Green’s game-winner pushes Rowan women’s lacrosse past No. 4 Franklin & Marshall
“The trust we have in each other is something I think a lot of other teams don’t possess. We know that each person on the field is giving their best effort every day and putting the team in a position to come out with a win." - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan lacrosse gears up for major challenge as No. 4 Franklin & Marshall comes to town
Rowan lacrosse's undefeated start came to an end with a 12-11 loss to Scranton. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan lacrosse suffers first loss of season to halt historic start
From left to right, Rajahn Dixon, Julian Conigliaro, Elijah Hendricks, and Robert McKinney celebrate their 4x200 win at The Penn Relays. The foursome beat the Division III outdoor record in that event. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field sets DIII record at Penn Relays
Jamir Brown headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field displays top times during bustling weekend
Colin Paterson placed first in the 1500 meters at the Oscar Moore Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan outdoor men’s track and field fights through spotty weather conditions at the Oscar Moore Invitational
Teddy Wilson races around the track. The sophomore was a member of the first-place 4x400 relay team at the Ursinus Track & Field Festival. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s track and field continues hot start to outdoor season at the Ursinus Track & Field Festival
Kwaku Nkrumah competes in the hurdles. Nkruhmah placed first in the 110-meter hurdles. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Men’s outdoor track and field displays strong showing at the Danny Curran Invitational
Anna Sasse competes in a race. Sasse placed first in the 800 meters at the TCNJ Lions Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field has impressive showings before NJAC championship
Molly Lodge competes in a race. Lodge was apart of the 4x100 relay team that took home first place. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field shows improvements during busy weekend
Jasmine Broadway was the caboose of the 4x400 relay team that placed second at the Bucknell Bison Classic. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field continues to improve following its sixth and seventh meets of the season
Izzy Deal participates in the javelin. The graduate student placed first in the event with a distance of 41.29 meters. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field finds success during busy weekend
Molly Lodge set a PR in the 200 meters at the Danny Curran Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Many individuals shine for Rowan women’s outdoor track and field at Danny Curran Invitational
Brooke Adams sets up her teammate. The senior has played her last game as a Prof. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan volleyball falls to William Paterson in NJAC semifinals
The Profs during the national anthem. Rowan football dominated William Paterson in their season finale. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan football caps off Pat Ruley’s first season with blowout win against William Paterson
Allie Palumbo looks to score. Palumbo tallied the Profs only goal against Tufts. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
#22 Rowan field hockey’s quest for a national championship ends after loss to #3 Tufts
Miles Voenell outruns his opponents. Voenell will be one of the three Profs competing in the NCAA Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s cross country finishes second at the NCAA Metro Regional Championships
Mariah Juiliano watches the ball. Juiliano recorded six saves in the fourth quarter. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan field hockey knocks off Ursinus in opening round of NCAA Division III tournament
The Profs during the national anthem. Rowan football dominated William Paterson in their season finale. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan football caps off Pat Ruley’s first season with blowout win against William Paterson
Rowan football's seniors prior to their game against Kean. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan football dominates Kean, cements undefeated season at home
The Profs celebrate with the Breakfast Bowl trophy following their win against Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan football emerges victorious in the first ever “Breakfast Bowl” against Montclair State
Luke Hoke gets tackled following a big gain. The freshman recorded a game-high 131 receiving yards against Salisbury. - Photo / Kevin Alexander
Rowan football puts forth a valiant effort against No. 6 Salisbury
Nate Maiers looks towards the reciever. Maiers threw for 166 yards in the loss. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan football can’t overcome offensive miscues, falls to Christopher Newport
Miles Voenell outruns his opponents. Voenell will be one of the three Profs competing in the NCAA Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s cross country finishes second at the NCAA Metro Regional Championships
Miles Voenell approaches the finish line. The graduate student has been a standout for Rowan men's cross-country this season. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Miles Voenell’s journey: crossing the country to become a standout for Rowan men’s cross-country
Senior standout Joshua Cason poses with the NJAC Championship trophy. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s cross country takes home first place once again in the NJAC Championships
Scott Hubbard races towards the finish line. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rising star Scott Hubbard is being counted on by Rowan men’s cross country heading into the NJAC Championships
Joshua Cason approaches the finish line. The senior produced a ninth-place finish in the championship run at the Border Battle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s cross country produces top-five finish at the Border Battle
The team poses for a photo with the NJAC Championship trophy and banner. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s soccer scores three unanswered to win the NJAC Championship
Ryan Cleary runs past a defender. Cleary scored the Profs lone goal. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s soccer advances to fifth straight NJAC Championship after 1-0 win over Rutgers-Camden
Rowan men's soccer celebrates Senior Day prior to their game against Ramapo. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s soccer celebrates Senior Day with fifth straight shutout victory
Dylan Aportela lays out for a save. Aportela recorded his fourth straight shut out in the win over Kean. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s soccer shuts Kean out for fourth straight win
Johnny Troiano hustles up the field. The junior scored his team-leading 12th goal of the season against Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s soccer takes control of the NJAC with victory over Montclair State
Brooke Adams sets up her teammate. The senior has played her last game as a Prof. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan volleyball falls to William Paterson in NJAC semifinals
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
Jena Kaul leads the huddle after a possession. Rowan volleyball closed out regular season conference play with a win against NJCU. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan volleyball closes out regular season conference play on a high note against NJCU
Rowan volleyball celebrates its seniors prior to the Profs' match against Lebanon Valley. - Photo via @rowanvolleyball on Instagram
Rowan volleyball suffers Senior Day loss against Lebanon Valley
Maya Iovacchini gets ready to hit the ball. Iovacchini totaled 17 kills in the loss to Kean. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan volleyball’s rally falls short against Kean
The team celebrates with the trophy. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s cross country makes history with first ever Metro Regional title
"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
Senior Mia Guerra, who placed first at the NJAC Championships, poses with Rowan's first place trophy. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s cross country wins the NJAC Championship for the first time since 2019
Ava Rizzo competes in a race. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
From soccer player to a runner: Ava Rizzo’s story to Rowan women’s cross country
Gabriella Pagano weaving through the competition. The junior placed 14th overall at the Border Battle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Multiple runners for Rowan women’s cross country stand out at the Border Battle
Lianna SanFelice kicks a corner. SanFelice scored the Profs' lone goal in the loss. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s soccer drops NJAC semi-final in double overtime to Montclair State
Calista Burke controls the net. The senior made six saves against TCNJ. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s soccer settles for No. 2 seed in the NJAC playoffs following loss against TCNJ
Lianna SanFelice weaves up the field. The junior scored her second goal of the season against Montclair State on her second free kick. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s soccer takes care of business against Montclair State to remain undefeated
The seniors celebrate with their families pregame. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
A Senior Night shutout: Rowan women’s soccer beats up on Stockton
Siena Sowers. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Siena Sowers has seized her opportunity for Rowan women’s soccer
The team shoots the puck around at practice. - Photo / Eric Czerwonka
How Rowan ice hockey’s team is shaping up this year
Rowan MMA club practicing drills with partners and Fazen. - Staff Writer / Marchella Mazzoni
Shane Fazen brings Fight Tips to Rowan MMA Club
Rowan’s cheerleading team at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex competing in the UCA Cheerleading & Dance National Championship. - Photo via Rowan Cheerleading
Rowan cheerleading finishes fifth at the UCA College Cheerleading Team National Championship
Rowan rugby prepares for a scrum. The team ended the season adding to their losing streak. Saturday, Oct. 1, 2021. - Photo / Ashley Craven
Rowan Rugby closes out the season with two more losses
Elliott Schon skates up rink. Schon had a strong showing at the weekend showcase. Friday, Sept. 23, 2022. - Photo / Joey Nicolo
Rowan Men’s Ice Hockey completes sweep at ACCHL Showcase
"Well, it’s to show that it is over for the Antetokoumnpo era, whether they agree or not. It’s been over for multiple years, but they have fought tooth and nail to stop their fate because of their 2021 championship run." - News Editor / Sarah Shockey
Dougherty: The downfall of the Milwaukee Bucks
The 2025 NJAC Softball Championship tournament began on April 29. - Photo via njacsports.com
NJAC Softball Championship preview: how does each team stack up?
"Sanders was anything but average in his college career and yet this fall in the draft still inexplicably occurred." - News Editor / Sarah Shockey
Pernick: Shedeur Sanders falling in the draft is a shocking unfolding
RBC Graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Adam: RBC Heritage picks and preview
MLB graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Digh: Now is not the time to judge baseball teams or players
Caleb Lomavita gears up to swing. Lomavita recorded his first career home run in the 6-3 win on Saturday. - Photo via Hannah Capolingua
Caleb Lomavita’s first career home run helps push Blue Rocks to series victory over IronBirds
Seaver King slides into second. The Nationals former first round pick hit his first career home run in the loss Friday. - Photo via Hannah Capolingua
Seaver King hits home run No. 1 but Blue Rocks bullpen can’t hang on against IronBirds
Murphy Stehly throws out a runner. Stehly recorded an RBI double in the 2-1 victory. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Murphy Stehly leads Blue Rocks offense for third straight win over IronBirds
Alex Clemmey delivers the pitch. Clemmey threw 4.1 scoreless innings against the IronBirds. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Blue Rocks pitching shines in series opener against the IronBirds
Travis Sthele threw six scoreless innings against the Spartanburgers. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Blue Rocks secure third win in four games, lock up series split against Spartanburgers
The Dreamscape VR classroom in the Campbell Library. Friday, April 25, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. - Staff Writer / Alexander Cruz
Dreamscape VR opens the digital realm of possibilities
"Through all of this, the question on the table remains: do people, especially those on the younger side, still have a desire to collect and use physical media?" - Staff Writer / Christopher Otto
Do we still yearn for physical media?
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
"The real question remains: which do students prefer?" - Staff Writer / Alexander Cruz
The cookie war between Cookie Munchers and Insomnia Cookies
Clean up crew at Back 2 Boro – Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia
Back 2 the Boro returns to Rowan
Tamtama at the annual CEO Global Conference in Tampa, Florida. - Photo via @samantha.tamtama on Instagram.
An inside look at New Venture Expo winner Sammi’s Sandwiches
Students eating meals in the Marketplace from Grill Nation and Crust. Left to right, Dylan Kirwin, Medha Dabral, Ryan D'avanzo, Marco DiGialleonardo. Glassboro, NJ. Tuesday, April 8, 2025. - Contributor / Lila Dasi
More enrollment, more mouths to feed: Can Rowan dining keep up?
A breakfast at Angelo's Diner, located in Glassboro, New Jersey. - Contributor / Jordan Miller
Angelo’s Diner, A Perfect Spot for College Students
"With the new restaurant, many students have voiced their excitement for another food joint to be within walking distance from campus." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
From Baton Rouge to Glassboro: Raising Canes officially opens
The Student Center dining hall. - Staff Writer / Ryan Schaller
Limited-time meals, get it while it lasts
"After all the hard work she put in at the university, this isn’t where she wanted to be. That all changed when she saw an opportunity to work with the Jacksonville Jaguars." - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Pizza with the Pros hosts last event of the semester with Ashlyn Sullivan
Greg Frith talking to students at Pizza with the Pros. - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Pizza with the Pros hosts NFL Films producer and director Greg Frith
Hunter Brody speaking with students at Pizza with the Pros. Glassboro, NJ. March 31, 2025. - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Pizza with the Pros welcomes Rowan alumnus Hunter Brody
"Growing up, sports played a significant role in Williamson’s childhood, as she still remembers some of the most memorable and impactful moments that led to her choosing a career in sports rather than the careers she originally wanted as a kid." - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Pizza with the Pros hosts Susan Williamson of the Philadelphia 76ers
Chris Lewis talking to students at Pizza with the Pros. - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Pizza with the Pros hosts CBS sports broadcaster Chris Lewis
Tweedie was dean of the CCCA for nine years. - Photo via Rowan University
The past, present, and future of Dean Sanford Tweedie
Professor David Bianculli poses for a photograph while a clip about Pete Seeger plays during his TV auteurs class. Glassboro, NJ. Tuesday, April 1, 2025. - Contributor / Kate Zaffarese
David Bianculli: TV’s biggest fan
"Not only has Masciangelo worked for the Philadelphia Flyers, but has worked for the Philadelphia Wings, a professional box lacrosse team." - Photo via Lindsey Masciangelo.
Lindsey Masciangelo teaches students about communications, and career success
Rowan University recently introduced a new CUGS in Queer Theory. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Rowan introduces new certificate of study in Queer Theory
"Come for the food, Stay for the vibes!" - Photo via @rowansjicr on Instagram
Office of SJICR and MOCA collaborate for “Soul Food Sunday” event
LVNA lead singer Maddie Reddy performs on Hollybash Small Stage. - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay.
LVNA and other acts shine on Hollybash small stage
DJ Pauly D performs to full crowd at Hollybash. - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay
DJ Pauly D and Estrogents light Up Hollybash Main Stage
“I think it helps me because I already love it, so it just kind of brings me joy" - Photo via Hayden Fugee
Rowan students stay sane during finals with these comfort shows
MSiggy poses for single cover of "Floating"- Photo via Jake Maayan
MSiggy: Rowan Student Jake Maayan takes his music to the next track
“It feels very surreal. I don’t think it has actually hit me that I've actually started a legacy.” - Photo via Alexis Langston.
Elite Diamondz Spark a New Legacy at Rowan
LVNA lead singer Maddie Reddy performs on Hollybash Small Stage. - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay.
LVNA and other acts shine on Hollybash small stage
DJ Pauly D performs to full crowd at Hollybash. - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay
DJ Pauly D and Estrogents light Up Hollybash Main Stage
Women Of Westby tabling at The Revolution Will Be Amplified. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller
Rowan YDSA hosts “The Revolution Will Be Amplified”
Nikke Dunne and Maddi Reddy at the open mic at Rowan MIDI Finals Fest in Profs Place, Rowan University, April 22. 2025. - Staff Writer / Hayden Fugee
Rowan MIDI Finals Fest: From Homework to Harmony
"Working with [Dr. Lynch] is always a learning experience for me. She is a treasure,” said Thomas. - Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia
RU hosts spring Concert Choir
LVNA lead singer Maddie Reddy performs on Hollybash Small Stage. - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay.
LVNA and other acts shine on Hollybash small stage
DJ Pauly D performs to full crowd at Hollybash. - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay
DJ Pauly D and Estrogents light Up Hollybash Main Stage
"Working with [Dr. Lynch] is always a learning experience for me. She is a treasure,” said Thomas. - Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia
RU hosts spring Concert Choir
“It’s so cool that we just have this stuff on hand here at Rowan,” said Foster. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller
Collegium Musicum brings medieval and baroque music to life
Ballet dancers dance in Carmina Burana. Glassboro, NJ. Friday, March 28, 2025. - Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia
Carmina Burana takes the stage at Pfleeger Hall
Buddha Tara, Protector Mahakala, and The Life of the Buddha on display at 301 High Street. Glassboro, NJ. Wednesday, April 16, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Hayden Fugee
Geology, impermanence, and Himalayan culture
Pianists Sam Krivda and Brian Aglira are the Dueling Pianos at Landmark Americana Bar and Grill. Friday, April 18, 2025. - Photo via Bianca Turner
Dueling Pianos at Landmark
Students and local artists showcase and sell their work at the Spring Artist Market in the Business Hall Hub Lobby. - Photo via Lily Deskis
Spring Artist Market blooms in Business Hall
Clarinet player Oran Etkin, middle, performs with his band at the Pfleeger Concert Hall. Glassboro, NJ. Sunday, March 16, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Ashtaye-Ann Ashley
Timbalooloo makes a musical splash with the kids
Professor Allison Parker looks at art in the Rowan Art Gallery. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. - Contributor / Kacie Scibilia
Artists of the Carrying On art exhibit deliver talk
“It feels very surreal. I don’t think it has actually hit me that I've actually started a legacy.” - Photo via Alexis Langston.
Elite Diamondz Spark a New Legacy at Rowan
Some of the models before ELEMENT X. - Photo via Beauty In Distress
Beauty in Distress hosts annual fashion show: “Element X”
Composers Collective logo via @composers.collective Instagram
Music and composition: Composers Collective Club
“I know this isn’t a brand new club, but we are a brand new E-board with no experience whatsoever.” - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Highlighting clubs at Rowan: Photography Club
Rowan Hip Hop Culture Club. - Graphic via @rowanhiphop on Instagram
Rowan University Hip Hop Culture Club welcomes music lovers and everyone
"What truly inspires me would be the concepts of photography and just appreciating art from within."- Photo via Alyssa Curley
Business Hall Hosts Startup Gallery Opening
Buddha Tara, Protector Mahakala, and The Life of the Buddha on display at 301 High Street. Glassboro, NJ. Wednesday, April 16, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Hayden Fugee
Geology, impermanence, and Himalayan culture
Lavett Ballard explains the significance of her art during its exhibit at the Rowan Art Gallery. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, April 3, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller
RU’s Art Gallery and Museum holds artist talk with Lavett Ballard
Students and local artists showcase and sell their work at the Spring Artist Market in the Business Hall Hub Lobby. - Photo via Lily Deskis
Spring Artist Market blooms in Business Hall
Professor Allison Parker looks at art in the Rowan Art Gallery. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. - Contributor / Kacie Scibilia
Artists of the Carrying On art exhibit deliver talk
"With a majority of The Whit Staff graduating this upcoming May, we have decided to dedicate this editorial to hearing one last message from our graduating seniors." - The Whit Staff
Editorial: A special goodbye from our seniors
"After spending the first 40 minutes of the visit learning the intricacies of all of these creatures, seeing the end of their life is emotional." - Features Editor / Paige Britt
Britt: I saw the fossil park, and it kind of changed my life
"As I begin my new journey as sports editor, I can’t help but feel empowered to be a woman breaking into a dominantly male field." - News Editor / Sarah Shockey
Shockey: A league of my own
"For the first time in my life, I saw my independence as a superpower instead of a weakness." - Editor-in-Chief / Madison Miller
Letter From the Editor: Do it scared
"Madi has pushed me to do things I literally never thought of prior to meeting her." - Photo via Mattie Mac Kay
Mac Kay: O-Whit-uary for Madi Miller
"It seems as if our society does not care about the media anymore--which is why a concerning amount of people are so misinformed and poorly educated on actual facts." - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: No one on the SGA fully understands the importance of true, high-quality journalism
"I fear The Whit will have to consider drastic measures, including ending the weekly papers that have run at the university for 85 years." - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: I’m devastated to hear that SGA slashed The Whit’s budget by 35%
"I am a former features editor for The Whit as well as a staff writer" - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: To The Whit and Student Government Association
"I am a former features editor for The Whit as well as a staff writer" - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: Writing to express my outrage at the news of The Whit’s operating budget
"At the end of the day, journalism devoid of humanity is worthless, and the statement put out by The Whit Staff was ignorant and disgusting." - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennesson
Letter to the Editor: From 9/11 to October 7: Growing up as a “terrorist”
"With a majority of The Whit Staff graduating this upcoming May, we have decided to dedicate this editorial to hearing one last message from our graduating seniors." - The Whit Staff
Editorial: A special goodbye from our seniors
"While you may or may not recognize it, physical newsrooms still play a vital role in crafting the news you rely on." - The Whit Staff
Editorial: Physical newsrooms still matter
"But whether you realize it or not, your brain simply cannot handle the amount of information splayed out in front of you." - The Whit Staff
Editorial: If you’re seeing this headline, read this article
"Right now, in our political hemisphere, free speech and a free press are more important than ever." - Editor in Chief / Madison Miller
Editorial: Know your rights as a student activist
"Especially for smaller universities like Rowan, if the funding isn’t available, students who spend hours on end working for their university papers do not get the opportunities that are deserved." - Opinion Editor / Sophia Fandino
Editorial: Invest in the future of your students
"The reviews on the back cover described it as “intellectually playful,” but besides a few meta-textual nods, like “Edwin St. John. Andrew,” a character named after the author, there’s nothing all that clever." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon
Navigating the seas of critique: A candid evaluation of “Sea of Tranquility”
"You could never keep stare long enough but needed to keep staring to find out why you couldn't," from the story Call Me By Your Name. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon
“Call Me by Your Name” by André Aciman: An exploration of obsessive infatuation
"I don’t think that anyone could ask for a better man, and I think many readers hate that book boyfriends aren’t actual people in real life. Thank you Colleen Hoover for giving us readers unrealistic expectations for men." - Art & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Colleen Hoover’s “It Starts With Us”: A heart-wrenching journey of love & healing
"A core theme of the book is something dubbed the “Personal Legend.” One of the first characters that Santiago meets is the biblical king of Jerusalem, Melchizedek, who tells him plainly that the point of his journey is to discover and fulfill his own Personal Legend. Santiago spends the rest of the book figuring out what that means." Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Journey of self-discovery: The profound wisdom of “The Alchemist”
"Peterson doesn't come across as optimistic. He doesn't sugarcoat the foundation of his viewpoint, which boils down to "life is full of suffering," and maintains that the individual must combat the obstacles that life places in front of them." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Jordan Peterson’s “12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos” provides counterintuitive tips for a fulfilling life
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
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
Jessica Carroll prepares to race her cardboard boat across the water. - Staff Photographer / Adriana Zawojski.
PHOTOSTORY: Cardboard Boat Competition
Juniors smash pumpkins together to relieve stress for the semester ahead. - Photo / Adriana Zawojski
PHOTOSTORY: Pumpkin Smashing Supports Rowan Food Pantry, The SHOP
A young couple listens to the Juneteenth keynote speech, given by guest speaker Nurah Muhammad. Photo via staff photographer/Nathan Morris
Black and Brilliant Events Team Organizes Glassboro’s Second Annual Juneteenth Commemoration
Spring is in the air and flowers are once again in bloom! Photo via multimedia editor/Alex Rossen
Spring Has Sprung at Rowan University

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Sarah Shockey

Sarah Shockey, Sports Editor

Hi! My name is Sarah Shockey and I’m the sports editor for The Whit. I’m a junior majoring in journalism and sports communication & media and have been at The Whit for two years. My career goals take me into the world of sports where I hope to work as a reporter covering a professional team.

All content by Sarah Shockey
"As I begin my new journey as sports editor, I can’t help but feel empowered to be a woman breaking into a dominantly male field." - News Editor / Sarah Shockey

Shockey: A league of my own

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
April 30, 2025
The team celebrates the walk-off victory. - Photo via @rowan_baseball on Instagram

Rowan baseball sweeps doubleheader against William Paterson with a pair of walk-offs

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
April 23, 2025
Zach Coluccio winds up for the pitch. Coluccio struck out six in the win over TCNJ. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Zach Coluccio carries a no-hitter into the seventh as Rowan baseball takes down TCNJ

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
April 23, 2025
Glassboro fire officials work to put out the fire at the Glassboro High School. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, April 17, 2025. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Brush fire ignites near train tracks behind Glassboro High School

Sarah Shockey, Katie Thorn, and Gavin Schweiger
April 17, 2025
Steven Maiers delivers a pitch. Maiers threw seven shutout innings in the win over Arcadia. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

A trio of pitchers secure Rowan baseball’s shutout over Arcadia

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
April 16, 2025
Tyler Cannon gears up to swing. Cannon tallied a home run in the loss. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan baseball can’t rally past self inflicted wounds, falls to Rutgers-Camden

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
April 16, 2025
Mike Shannon delivers the pitch. The graduate student put together eight solid innings in Game 1 of the Profs' doubleheader. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan baseball continues rocky NJAC play, splits doubleheader with Montclair State

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
April 9, 2025
“I'm just super grateful that I ended up where I did and happy that I ended up here.” - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Tyler Cannon etches his name in the Rowan baseball record books once again

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
April 2, 2025
Thomas Sullivan delivers the pitch. Sullivan allowed just one run in nearly six innings of work against Swarthmore. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan baseball dominates Swarthmore in home opener

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
March 26, 2025
Members of Rowan men's swimming celebrate with Ella Pennington following her third consecutive All-American honor. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Ella Pennington earns third consecutive All-American honor

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
March 26, 2025
Phil Sedalis at the plate. The senior set the Rowan record for triples. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan baseball begins their quest to reach the top of the mountain once again

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
March 12, 2025
Audience describes the Rowan experience in their own words. - News Editor / Sarah Shockey

[Photo] New appointed CMO holds town hall about marketing Rowan

Gavin Schweiger, Photography Editor
March 12, 2025
Dr. Kenneth Lacovara holds up a Cretolamna (extinct shark) tooth at the Edelman Fossil Park & Museum in Mantua, NJ. Thursday, March 6, 2025. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

First look inside Rowan’s new (pre)-historic project

Paige Britt and Sarah Shockey
March 12, 2025
Bozorth Hall, home to the Ric Edelman College of Communication and Creative Arts. - Photo via Rowan University

College mergers to take effect in Fall 2025

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
March 5, 2025
The Center for Advancement of Women in Communication. - News Editor / Sarah Shockey

[Photo] Virtual talk with Melissa Fox dives into stress management strategies

Christopher Otto, Staff Writer
March 5, 2025
Kaitlyn Crouthamel competes in a race. Crouthamel won the NJAC in the 1650 freestyle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan women’s swimming sees records fall during the NJAC Championships

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
February 25, 2025
The museum will open in a little over a month. - Photo via the Edelman Fossil Park & Museum

Edelman Fossil Park & Museum sets opening date

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
February 25, 2025
Rowan students hold a Palestinian flag to protest SJP's discontinuation in front of the owl statue on campus, Glassboro, NJ. Tuesday, February 18, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller

Rowan Students for Justice in Palestine reinstated after university investigation

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
February 19, 2025
Laura and Elizabeth Jones through the years. - Photo via @rowanwswim on Instagram

Laura and Elizabeth Jones: the twin sister duo reflects on their time together as teammates

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
February 12, 2025
The welcome event flyer that received complaints leaded to SJP's suspension by Rowan. - Photo via @rowansjp on Instagram

Rowan Students for Justice in Palestine suspended by the university

Sarah Shockey and Michael Bautista
February 12, 2025
Lilyanna Martin headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Lilyanna Martin: the rookie sensation making an impact on Rowan women’s swimming

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
February 5, 2025
Alessandra D'Alessio and Max Palmer perform their brain rot act. - News Editor / Sarah Shockey

Rowan student organizes “brain rot” contest at Owl Statue

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
February 5, 2025
Ella Pennington competes in a backstroke. Pennington was named as the NJAC Swimmer of the Week for the seventh time. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan women’s swimming gears up for the NJAC Championships

Sarah Shockey, News Editor
January 29, 2025
Shockey (right) and Twiford (left). - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Shockey: O-Whit-uary for Abigail Twiford

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
December 11, 2024
Kornacki speaks to audience in the Eynon Ballroom. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Steve Kornacki breaks down election results during his visit to Rowan

Sarah Shockey and Abigail Twiford
December 11, 2024
Ella Pennington competes in a race. The junior set a JHU pool record in the 200 backstroke on Dec. 6. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Ella Pennington continues to break records for Rowan women’s swimming

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
December 11, 2024
Rhylee Cornell. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Meet Rhylee Cornell: the freshman sensation already making her mark for Rowan women’s swimming

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
December 4, 2024
Brooke Adams sets up her teammate. The senior has played her last game as a Prof. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan volleyball falls to William Paterson in NJAC semifinals

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
November 20, 2024
Ella Pennington competes in the backstroke. Pennington won three events. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan women’s swimming rattles off six straight event wins to take down Montclair State

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
November 20, 2024
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

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
November 13, 2024
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

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
November 13, 2024
Laura Jones competes in a race. Jones is in her senior year with the Profs. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan women’s swimming can’t beat NYU, fall to 1-1 on the young season

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
November 12, 2024
Jena Kaul leads the huddle after a possession. Rowan volleyball closed out regular season conference play with a win against NJCU. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan volleyball closes out regular season conference play on a high note against NJCU

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
November 6, 2024
Rowan volleyball celebrates its seniors prior to the Profs' match against Lebanon Valley. - Photo via @rowanvolleyball on Instagram

Rowan volleyball suffers Senior Day loss against Lebanon Valley

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
November 6, 2024
A live band plays music outside the West Jersey Train Depot. - Photo via @glassborohistoricalsociety on Facebook

The Glassboro Historical Society hosts Civil War Weekend at historic West Jersey Train Depot

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
November 6, 2024
Rowan graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

University Senate discusses the repercussions of Rowan’s growth at latest meeting

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
October 30, 2024
The newly appointed lieutenants and full-time firefighters pose for a picture at Glassboro Town Square. - Photo via @glassborofiredepartment on Facebook

Glassboro Council swears in firefighters and provides construction updates at latest meeting

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
October 30, 2024
Maya Iovacchini gets ready to hit the ball. Iovacchini totaled 17 kills in the loss to Kean. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan volleyball’s rally falls short against Kean

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
October 23, 2024
Rowan Police were notified that a student had begun posting multiple pictures and videos on an Instagram account of the firearm with an extended magazine, according to court documents." - Graphic Editor/ Brendan Cohen

Firearm arrest in 230 Victoria raises questions of campus residential safety

Sarah Shockey and Abigail Twiford
October 23, 2024
The RLS Logistics sign stands on the construction lot on High Street. Glassboro, NJ. Wednesday, October 23, 2024. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Construction of new RLS Logistics headquarters begins on High Street

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
October 23, 2024
Jena Kaul goes up for a spike. Kaul recorded 11 kills in the match against SUNY Canton. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan volleyball sees its winning streak snapped in tri-match split

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
October 16, 2024
Jena Kaul sets up a teammate. Kaul had 11 kills in the win. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan volleyball avenges last season’s playoff loss, sweeps William Paterson

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
October 9, 2024
Rowan volleyball celebrates Pink Night prior to their matches on Saturday. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan volleyball extends winning streak, sweeps doubleheader on Pink Night

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
October 9, 2024
Rowan volleyball celebrating Vanessa Hutchinson reaching 1,000 career digs. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Vanessa Hutchinson reaches rare milestone as Rowan volleyball cruises past Muhlenberg

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
October 2, 2024
Brooke Adams setting up her teammate. The senior tallied 26 assists in the Profs' loss to Stockton. - Contributor / David Picariello

Rowan volleyball opens conference play with a loss to Stockton

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
September 25, 2024
The team celebrates Brooke Adams accomplishment. Adams became the program's all-time assist leader on Saturday against Ursinus. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Brooke Adams rewrites the record book as Rowan volleyball takes two of three at the Neumann Invitational

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
September 18, 2024
One incident occurred in the resident parking lot of the Edgewood Apartments. - Co-News Editor / Sarah Shockey

[Photo] Multiple car burglaries occur in Rowan resident parking lots

Abigail Twiford, Co-News Editor
September 18, 2024
Brooke Adams gets ready to serve. Adams recorded a new program record with 12 aces in the match against Drew. - Photo / David Picariello

Rowan volleyball dominates the Matt Blatt Mitsubishi Profs Invitational on the back of Brooke Adams record setting performance

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
September 11, 2024
The crash claimed the lives of two drivers early Thursday morning. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Two drivers killed after fatal crash on Route 55 North

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor
September 10, 2024
"The opening track “Fortnight” immediately sets the mood, as Swift calmly states “I love you, it’s ruining my life.” For her, TTPD is an eloquent tale of her experience navigating the stages of grief. " - Photo via Maryela Gallardo.

Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department”: A deep dive into heartbreak & healing

Sarah Shockey
April 24, 2024
Students petting therapy dog Cinder at Wagging Tail Tuesday. - Productions Editor / Sarah Shockey

Therapy dogs extend a helping paw to stressed-out students during Wagging Tail Tuesdays

Sarah Shockey
April 24, 2024
Pitching injury graphic. - Graphic / Sarah Shockey

Shockey: What is causing all these pitcher injuries?

Sarah Shockey
April 17, 2024
A collage of Shockey's friends she has made so far at her time at college. - Photo via Sarah Shockey

Shockey: Dear incoming freshmen, everything is going to be okay

Sarah Shockey
April 17, 2024
Johan Rojas graphic. - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman

Shockey: Stop overreacting about Johan Rojas

Sarah Shockey
April 10, 2024
"For Beyoncé, “Cowboy Carter” isn’t about making a name for herself in country music, it’s reaffirming that she and other black women have always been there." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter”: Redefining country music with a touch of Queen Bey

Sarah Shockey
April 10, 2024
Aiden Tahmazian pitches Circlez at the 2023 New Venture Expo. - Photo via Aiden Tahmazian

Student-run app Circlez launches on the app store

Sarah Shockey
April 3, 2024
"With a runtime of one hour and 34 minutes, “Kung Fu Panda 4” is fast-paced from the start which causes it to become rushed near the end." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Critics clash over “Kung Fu Panda 4″: Is the franchise losing its punch?

Sarah Shockey
March 20, 2024
This image was posted to social media by the Glassboro PD in an effort to catch the pickle plunger. - Photo via @glassboropd on Instagram

Man causes pickle predicament at Glassboro Heritage Dairy Store 

Sarah Shockey
March 20, 2024
An expressive portrait of Stanley's mother created by herself. - Photo via Emma Stanley.

Emma Stanley’s creative path from sketching pets to running an Etsy Shop

Sarah Shockey
March 18, 2024
"In a thrilling adventure, Villeneuve takes viewers on Paul’s journey of acceptance, revenge, and emotionally conflicting decision-making." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Two”: A visual spectacle & sci-fi triumph

Sarah Shockey
March 18, 2024
From left to right, Shockey, her younger sister Grace, and her cousin Maura sit on Rowan Boulevard enjoying their drinks from Kung Fu Tea on Jun. 7, 2020. - Photo via Sarah Shockey

Shockey: Free parking on Rowan Boulevard is a community issue

Sarah Shockey
March 6, 2024
Students from Hindu YUVA sold baked goods and chai shots at their table in the Student Center. - Productions Editor / Sarah Shockey

Rowan Hindu YUVA hosts Cookies & Chai fundraiser

Sarah Shockey
February 28, 2024
Creatives 230 is an interdisciplinary space that intends to bridge the gap between creativity and business. - Productions Editor / Sarah Shockey

Creatives 230 named one of AACSB’s 2024 Innovations That Inspire

Sarah Shockey
February 28, 2024
"'Madame Web' was a superhero movie with no superheroes, truly one of a kind. Besides the fact that Cassie has no physical advantages, the three girls didn’t have any of their powers yet so as one can imagine, the fight scenes were complete crap." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Web of disappointment: Why “Madame Web” takes the crown as the worst Sonyverse film

Sarah Shockey
February 22, 2024
"MacKenzie, says he and his roommates lucked out with the location, not just for the living situation but for its functionality and good accommodations that allowed it to become a music venue." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

RALT’s Love-Filled Night: The Speakeasy’s debut features Rowan bands celebrating Valentine’s Day

Sarah Shockey
February 21, 2024
Ras Baraka speaks about his ideas for improving different policies in the state at RIPPAC Speaker Series. - Productions Editor / Sarah Shockey

NJ Governor candidate Ras Baraka discusses how to build a better state for all at RIPPAC conference

Sarah Shockey
February 21, 2024
Shockey: Stanley's are stupid and here's why

Shockey: Stanley’s are stupid and here’s why

Sarah Shockey
February 14, 2024
"Whatever universe a person may find themselves in, there’s no doubt that some version of Spider-Man will appear, but their real identity is something that may be harder to find." - Contributor / Kevin Myers.

Web of impact: Unveiling the unique journey of Rowan’s Spider-Man

Sarah Shockey
February 14, 2024
Patrick Harker speaks to Rowan students about economics and career at RIPPAC Speaker Series Event. - Productions Editor / Sarah Shockey

RIPPAC hosts a discussion about economics with Patrick Harker

Sarah Shockey
February 14, 2024
Josh Gottheimer speaks at Rowan University as a part of RIPPAC's Speaker Series. - Productions Editor / Sarah Shockey

U.S. Representative Josh Gottheimer talks politics and policy at first RIPPAC Speaker Series conference of 2024

Sarah Shockey
February 7, 2024
"Combined with Minaj’s line delivery and vocal talent, the two produce a highlight for “Pink Friday 2” while bringing old Drake back into the limelight." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Barbz please rise: Queen Nicki Minaj reclaims her crown with her latest project “Pink Friday 2”

Sarah Shockey
February 1, 2024
PATH Coordinator Chiara Latimer and Whoo RU with a student. -Photo via Rowan PATH Newsletter

Autism PATH program continues paving the way for neurodivergent students at Rowan

Sarah Shockey
January 31, 2024
Shockey(left) and her high school friends Erin Doyle (middle) and Desiree Bauer(right) taking a photo in front of Bunce Hall at Accepted Students Day. - Photo via Sarah Shockey

Shockey: Local students need to stop taking Rowan for granted

Sarah Shockey
January 31, 2024
The dance team placed 5th in open hip-hop and 14th in open-jazz at the UDA Nationals in Orlando, Florida. - Photo via @rowandanceteam

Dancing to victory: Rowan Dance team’s stellar performance earns 5th place in open hip-hop at UDA Nationals

Sarah Shockey
January 24, 2024
"Travis’ vocals effectively shine through, with a deep and clear tone that pairs perfectly with Jason’s sound." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

A Christmas miracle: Eagles offensive linemen strike gold again with “A Philly Special Christmas Special”

Sarah Shockey
December 6, 2023
" Following the standard dynamics and principles of a classic cathedral mass, the choir sang the entirety of “Requiem” in Latin, the language in which it was written and is traditionally performed." - Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey

“A Gospel Celebration” gives a musical appreciation for different kinds of religious services

Sarah Shockey
December 6, 2023
"Combining Lennon’s isolated vocals with guitar and voice recordings from Harrison in 1995, both McCartney and Starr recorded instrumentation and vocals in 2022 to finish off the song, one that has been 45 years in the making." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

The Beatles’ final reunion: The Beatles reunite through AI for an emotional farewell song

Sarah Shockey
November 29, 2023
"One of the more serious acts discussed the issues of racism and the historical oppression of black people in the United States." - Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey.

Devised cabaret “It Starts With…” sparks a revolution: A blend of poetry, music, & passion

Sarah Shockey
November 29, 2023
Shockey with her extended family over the years. - Photo via Sarah Shockey

Shockey: Times change, traditions fade, and that’s okay

Sarah Shockey
November 29, 2023
“Priscilla” reveals an Elvis that the public has not seen before. Showing all that comes with falling in love with Elvis, Coppola takes viewers on a journey starting with the initial spark of romance and the quick descent into manipulation, gaslighting, emotional turmoil, and physical and verbal abuse. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Unveiling the untold story: “Priscilla” sheds light on the dark side of Elvis Presley’s marriage

Sarah Shockey
November 16, 2023
"Adopt a Family" provides an opportunity for Thanksgiving dinner to be available and accessible to food insecure families. Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

The SHOP’s “Adopt-a-Family” puts food on the Thanksgiving table

Sarah Shockey
November 15, 2023
Glassboro Police Department’s efforts is deploying “Party Patrols,” which are groups of officers who patrol every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. - Graphics Editors / Julia Quennessen

Glassboro PD deploys “Party Patrol” after shooting & stabbing over Halloweekend

Sarah Shockey
November 8, 2023
Students fill the seat of the Pfleeger Concert hall to watch the Rowan's marching band put on by students. — Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey

Music Shadow Day: High school students get a glimpse of life as a college music major at Rowan

Sarah Shockey
November 8, 2023
Rowan SOUL official logo. - Graphic via @soulatrowan on Instagram

New student-created club aims to bring SOUL to Rowan’s campus

Sarah Shockey
November 7, 2023
Gabrielle Kennedy talks about her artistic journey and the inspiration she draws from nature. — Contributor / Gabrielle Kennedy

Bridging art & nature: The world of Gabrielle Kennedy

Sarah Shockey
October 25, 2023
Tenors and Basses practice during one of their multiple rehearsals in Pfleeger Concert Hall. — Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey

Rowan Music Department hosts annual Tenor/Bass Festival

Sarah Shockey
October 25, 2023
Taylor Swift brought "The Eras Tour" concert film to theaters on Friday, Oct. 13. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

From stage to screen, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour creates feelings fans remember “All Too Well”

Sarah Shockey
October 18, 2023
Since the announcement of these new smoke-free policies, signs like this one outside Engineering Hall have been placed on buildings around campus. - Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey

Rowan University will become smoke-free beginning January 2024

Sarah Shockey
October 10, 2023
"The struggles that come with trying to feel involved in campus life and expanding your social circle is hard, especially for someone who doesn’t live at Rowan." - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennesson

Shockey: The college transition for freshman commuters is harder than most people realize

Sarah Shockey
October 4, 2023
Erwin Wambi poses for a photo outside of Business Hall. - Photo via Erwin Wambi

Erwin Wambi: How one student is using his difficult upbringing to foster change

Sarah Shockey
October 2, 2023
A tailgate tent hands out giveaway items and information on resources for students. - Contributor / Sarah Shockey

Students enjoy a not-so-typical tailgate

Sarah Shockey
September 20, 2023
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