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From left, Administrators Dr. Anthony Lowman, Gokhan Alkanat, Dr. Kha’ Sadler, Melissa Wheatcroft, Dominique Pierson, Terri Drye, Dr. Kevin Koett, and Rory McElwee, sit on a panel addressing recent DEI policy shifts, along with questions and concerns from members of the Rowan University’s community in Boyd Recital Hall. Glassboro, NJ. Friday, March 7, 2025. - Staff Writer / Essence Holman

University open forum discusses DEI changes amongst Trump’s challenges

Essence Holman and Michael Bautista March 12, 2025

Student leaders, faculty and members of the Rowan community filled Boyd Recital Hall on March 7 for a university wide open forum. Beginning at 3:30 p.m., the town hall “Working Toward Continued Excellence:...

"Alongside being a professor at Rowan, Sciolla is a cross-trained singer who is well respected mainly in the crossover technique of classical to jazz. Which would be on full display in her performance." - Staff Writer / Shane Bagot

Annie Sciolla performs in Spotlight Series

Shane Bagot, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

The latest Spotlight Series was headlined by Annie Sciolla, who works in the Jazz Studies Department. Friends, family, and faculty members gathered at the Boyd Recital Hall to watch and support on Feb....

Ivan Curtean plays the cimbalom at Boyd Recital Hall. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Ashtaye-Ann Ashley

Ivan Curtean and Alexander Timofeev perform in Spotlight Series

Dan Hassall, Staff Writer February 25, 2025

There is a truth, often unspoken but true all the same, that those who fully devote themselves to their art move at the hand of forces so intuitive to their perspective, yet so often alien to onlookers,...

Photo via @rowanmusicdept Instagram

Rowan Vocal Division brings Black composers into the spotlight

Lily Miller, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

The work of 12 Black composers was brought to light on Wednesday, Feb. 5, through the Illumination concert, a performance held in Boyd Recital Hall. The pieces featured were of varying styles and subject...

“White Socks,” and by extension the rest of the set, featured long melodic lines full of color and vibrance. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller

Nick May and Alex Yi bring queer stories to Boyd Recital through saxophone and piano

Lily Miller, Staff Writer February 5, 2025

Through their collaboration with the “I Exist Project,” soprano saxophonist Nick May and pianist Alex Yi highlight queer stories, and in their expressive performance of “You, Me, Us: A Celebration...

“In honor of his artistic excellence, his incredible impact as a teacher, and his remarkable personal character.” - Staff Writer / Lily Miller

Medal of Excellence recipient Mikail Voskresensky returns to Rowan

Lily Miller, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Boyd Recital Hall was graced by a piano master last Saturday, Sept. 28 as Mikhail Voskresensky, a Russian pianist with over 70 years of performing and teaching under his belt, played a concert as part...

"If you've ever been to a Renaissance fair, you may recall some flute and pipe music playing around the streets and in between vendors. The music played Monday night was similar to this music, only on a grander scale." - Staff Writer / Beth Cimaglia.

Rediscovering musical heritage: Rowan’s early music ensemble delivers an evening of historical sounds

Beth Cimaglia April 10, 2024

Rowan’s early music group performed music from the Middle Ages and Renaissance era on Monday, April 8, in Boyd Recital Hall. Richard Carroll, the director, replaced Dr. Lourin Plant, head director....

"After her first piccolo solo, Herbine was told by her band director that she'll make more money if she becomes a piccolo artist as they don't play as much, however, when they do, it's very important." - Copy Editor / Rianna Moses.

Lois Herbine’s musical journey & impactful recital at Boyd Recital Hall

Rianna Moses February 21, 2024

Piccolo specialist Lois Herbine uncovers her musical passage with the small sister of the flute while being grateful for the experiences that got her here. The Recording Artist from Philadelphia who went...

"It's obvious to all the passion Betz has for music, whether it's performing himself or helping others reach their own goals in the field." - Co-News Editor / Gianna Malgiari

Brian Betz: Jazz guitarist and educator who inspires at Rowan

Aiden Seratore November 8, 2023

Here at Rowan University, there are no limits held to the possibilities within the route you plan on going for your future, whether it’s in engineering, sports broadcasting, or even music. Brian Betz...

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