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"For this editorial, women on The Whit staff share their own perspectives on safety at Rowan." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Editorial: The Whit’s women share their perspectives on safety at Rowan

The Whit Staff October 15, 2024

Young women entering college have constantly been warned about violence against women on campus since around the 80’s. It has been a topic that has been highly discussed by major cities and universities...

"You hear about crimes happening all the time at Rowan, but how often does it actually happen?" - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Zarcaro: Safety on Rowan’s campus

Aidan Zarcaro, Staff Writer October 2, 2024

Rowan University has always had a problem with regard to campus safety, and it's always been a controversial topic to talk about. Some people feel safe all the time throughout the day, but others are very...

"Generally speaking, any time a random guy, or group of guys approaches a girl who is alone, society tells us that can’t be for a good reason." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Miller: A guide to being alert and open-minded amidst a chaotic campus life

Lily Miller, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Being on a college campus is quite chaotic. Something is always happening somewhere, and college kids love to let you know—or their bodies do for them. That time a guy puked right outside my open window...

"When President Houshmand first arrived at Rowan in 2006, the enrollment was about 9,000 students... This growth is only going to continue, with estimated enrollment by 2028 being 29,000 and by 2033, 38,500." - Graphic / Brendan Cohen

Campus expansion and safety lead discussion at University Assembled

Aiden Seratore April 10, 2024

On Wednesday, April 3, students, faculty, and staff made the trip to Eynon Ballroom despite the elements for University Assembled. President Dr. Ali Houshmand and his team discussed the rapid growth of...

App Armor will be a mobile service provided by Rowan Public Safety. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Public safety developing App Armor to aid in student safety

Ryan Schaller March 6, 2024

Safety is one of the top priorities of college students. At Rowan University, the Office of Emergency Management and the Department of Public Safety are developing an application to aid in called App...

Paige Britt happily showing off her safety-alarm keychain. - Opinion Editor / Sylent Michaels

Britt: Female students should learn self-defense

Paige Britt January 31, 2024

During my senior year of high school, once each of my close friends had gotten their license, we each got each other safety alarms to put on our keychains. The excitement of this milestone was shadowed...

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