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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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Sophia Fandino

Sophia Fandino, Opinions Editor

Hi guys! My name is Sophia Fandino, I am a senior journalism major here at Rowan University, with two certificates of undergraduate in PR & The News as well as Creative Writing. I joined the Whit in my spring semester and I am so glad that I did! I now bear the honor of holding the Opinion Editor title and I greatly look forward to being such a big part of the Whit during my senior year. After graduating, I am aspiring to work at a fashion magazine or in investigative reporting!

All content by Sophia Fandino
"Trump will now hold the title of being the 47th elected president of the United States whether women, in Trump's own words,  “like it or not”. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Fandino: One step backwards for man

Sophia Fandino, Opinion Editor
November 6, 2024
A student from Rowan's Hip Hop Club performs during the Homecoming Harvest Festival at Hollybush Green. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller

RAH hosts the 14th annual Homecoming Harvest Festival

Sophia Fandino, Opinions Editor
November 6, 2024
"It’s not often you meet someone with the same birthday as you, especially if you share a birthday with the most deadly attack in United States history." - Photo via FreePik

Fandino: What it’s like having a birthday on 9/11

Sophia Fandino, Opinion Editor
September 10, 2024
Megan Steckler in the studio. - Photo via Ava Fricke

Megan Steckler becomes first Rowan Radio member to win two Gracie awards

Sophia Fandino
April 24, 2024
"I am now 20 years old and with Mother’s Day just around the corner, I can’t help but think about just how much these two spectacular women have shaped me throughout all of the phases of my life." - Photo via Sophia Fandino

Fandino: Proud to be a “mom’s girl”

Sophia Fandino
April 17, 2024
"I remember during my first interview, my hands were shaking, my voice was cracking, and all I could think about was 'What’s my next question going to be?'" - Graphic / Yaz Shaughnessy

Fandino: From too nervous to an aspiring journalist

Sophia Fandino
April 10, 2024
"The burden of divided attention comes from both students and teachers. It is going to be an effort from both parties to climb our way back to a positive learning experience." - Photo via Pixabay.

Fandino: Why are students still so disconnected in the classroom?

Sophia Fandino
March 27, 2024
"With over 300 participating schools and about 1,900 entries, it is a huge accomplishment and achievement for these Rowan University students and faculty to get recognized for their hard work and dedication to their craft." - Photo via Rowan RTF Instagram.

Rowan shines at BEA Festival: Students & Faculty recognized for media projects

Sophia Fandino
March 20, 2024
Aerial dancer preforms at Night of Sex. - Staff Writer / Sophia Fandino

Student Center gets steamy for RAH’s “Night of Sex”

Sophia Fandino
March 6, 2024
"Not only were Beyonce fans outraged, but social media users at large, which sparked an entirely new conversation and controversy about what exactly classifies a song as “country music." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Beyonce meets country: Texas Hold ‘Em threw the world into a whirlwind of controversy

Sophia Fandino
February 28, 2024
"Though many will spend hours upon hours to avoid it, we all will age and “look old'' one day, but like many seemingly intimidating things in life, it’s important to see the beauty in that with your own eyes." - Graphic / Yaz Shaughnessy

Fandino: Too young to worry about aging

Sophia Fandino
February 28, 2024
Rowan University’s West Campus construction site for the Rowan School of Veterinary Science. - Contributor / Olivia Angelozzi

Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine breaks ground on the West Campus

Sophia Fandino
February 27, 2024
"One, Oliver, has fallen into an obsessive love for Felix. Or two, that he is extremely envious of him. The lines between love and resentment become deeply blurred, leaving the audience with quite the confusion, and it’s important to note that the distinction is never really made clear in the film." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Breaking down the dark twists of “Saltburn”: A rollercoaster of obsession & deceit

Sophia Fandino
February 21, 2024
"'Boyfriend sickness' usually starts occurring around college time, and it’s way more common than you’d think." - Photo via Pixabay.

Fandino: “Boyfriend Sickness” needs to be talked about more often

Sophia Fandino
February 21, 2024
Sophia Fandino on her seventh birthday, taken on 9/11/2010. - Photo via Sophia Fandino

Fandino: When will cocaine stop being glamorized?

Sophia Fandino
February 7, 2024
Students browse tabling organizations at the SGA's Spring Organization Fair. - Contributor / Sophia Fandino

Spring Organization Fair allows for students to find their community

Sophia Fandino
January 24, 2024
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