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February is Dental Health Month and many people don't know. - Graphic via Brendan Cohen

Cohen: Shiny teeth and RU

Brendan Cohen February 14, 2024

February is the month for multiple celebrations, such as Valentine’s Day, Presidents Day, Black History Month, and a personal favorite amongst some people, Groundhog Day.  February is a month of change...

"Come for the food, Stay for the vibes!" - Photo via @rowansjicr on Instagram

Office of SJICR and MOCA collaborate for “Soul Food Sunday” event

Al Harmon March 1, 2023

On the evening of Feb. 26, the Chamberlain Student Center was filled with the delicious aroma of soul food as students from all backgrounds came together to celebrate African-American culture through...

"Listen to Black Mamas" platforms women at Rowan University to discuss the maternal mortality crisis. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

“All she wanted to do was be a mother:” New Jersey’s Black maternal mortality crisis

Victoria McGivern March 1, 2023

Saish Matthews’ dream was to become a mother, but shortly after the arrival of her firstborn, she slipped into a coma and died nearly a month after her son’s birth. In relation to Black History...

Mary Ann Shadd Cary was born in Delaware in 1823. She moved to Canada after the passing of the Fugitive Slave Act in 1850. - Features Editor / Drew Peltzman

Douglass Day Transcribe-a-thon uses technology to promote the importance of Black history

Drew Peltzman February 15, 2023

For the first time ever, Rowan University hosted the Frederick Douglass Day Transcribe-a-thon to promote the importance of the recovery and preservation of Black history using original documents and letters. The...

Asia Todd is a senior RTF and Theater Arts dual-major. - Photo / Asia Todd

Senior actress Asia Todd prepares for one-woman show “The Penny Executive”

Al Harmon January 25, 2023

For individuals who enjoy performing, pursuing an acting career may be both tough and gratifying. The acting industry is extremely competitive and success takes a combination of skill, hard work and perseverance....

Rowan NAACP gathers for it's first meeting of the spring semester. - Photo / Lindsey Toussaint

Rowan NAACP hosts first meeting of the semester

Nigel Pala January 25, 2023

As students enjoyed pizza, music, and Kahoot, the NAACP met for the first time during the spring semester to discuss their agenda for the rest of the academic year. Following an eventful fall semester,...

Beauty in Distress will host fashion week Oct. 24 - 28. - Logo via Beauty in Distress

Beauty in Distress Aims to Foster Inclusivity and Confidence Within Rowan Community

Tatiana Retamar October 12, 2022

Rowan University has always been known to offer new opportunities and resources to students as far as giving current and incoming students the chance to be more involved in the student community.  Over...

RAH concluded its Black History Month events with "Black Jeopardy." - Photo / Kariyah Bennett

RAH Concludes Black History Month With “Black Jeopardy”

Kariyah Bennett March 2, 2022

Rowan After Hours concluded their Black History Month series with Black Jeopardy on Saturday, Feb. 26.   After the turnout that was generated last year, RAH decided to bring the event back...

Two models walk the runway during the "Blast from the Past" fashion show during RAH's Black History Month event. This event shared the cultural changes of fashion over time. - Photo / Kariyah Bennett

RAH Co-Hosts “Blast From the Past” Fashion Show Displays Diversity

Kariyah Bennett February 23, 2022

The first event for Black History Month was co-hosted by Rowan After Hours, Black Culture League and Beauty in Distress, with a night filled with amazing designs, acting and reflecting on characters that...

RAH hosted a "Speakeasy Night" in celebration of Black History Month. The event was co-hosted by the Black Cultural League (BCL). - Photo via Proflink

RAH Celebrates Black History Month with Speakeasy Night

Jack Trabucco February 21, 2022

On Friday, Feb. 18, Rowan After Hours (RAH) transported students to the height of the Jazz Age by converting the  Student Center into an authentic speakeasy club, complete with a brass band and blackjack....

Members of Rowan's Black Cultural League will help cultivate events during the Black History Month celebration. - Photo via Former Multimedia Editor / Alex Rossen

Rowan University Celebrates Black History Month

Kariyah Bennett February 16, 2022

Rowan University is celebrating Black History Month in honor of the diverse Rowan community. Through the partnerships of the Black Culture League and Rowan After Hours, Rowan is hosting various events...

Portrait of the legendary Frederick Douglass. - Photo via uncf.org

Celebrating 4 Black Writers Who Revolutionized America

Jennifer McGraw February 24, 2021

The art of writing has been used as a form of expression for centuries and these four writers have epitomized what it means to have a voice. Each writer has made their distinct mark on the world in their...

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