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Britt's white Christmas tree featuring a Star of David ornament. - Staff Writer / Paige Britt.

Britt: Remember to acknowledge the holidays that aren’t Christmas

Paige Britt December 6, 2023

'Tis the season for Christmas trees, Christmas lights, and Christmas music. Santa Claus, reindeer, and elves can be found displayed throughout homes and retail stores. Twinkling red and green lights are...

In the past, witches were feared. Now they are celebrated. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennesson

Michaels: Free to be a witch

Sylent Lee Michaels October 25, 2023

Witch hunts, burning, stoning, torment, and fear have surrounded the idea of witchcraft since as far back as the 1300s. In a world where history is common to repeat itself, it comes as a large shock in...

Rowan Holi festival celebrates the beauties of Hindu culture. - Intern / Bryant Lopez

Rowan’s SASA hosts Holi Festival to celebrate love and spring

Bryant Lopez April 5, 2023

In honor of Holi, Rowan's South Asian Students Association (SASA) showed its true colors, hosting a Holi Festival on March 31. The festival took place on the University Green at Bunce Hall.   Holi...

Features intern talks Rowan After Hours' final event for the semester - Photo / Jack Trabucco

The Last HooRAH: Senior Send off

Jack Trabucco April 27, 2022

On Saturday, April 23, Rowan After Hours threw the “Last HooRAH,” an event showcasing the best and most memorable events from the past year. In other words, it featured the main attractions of several...

Rowan After Hours hosted "Mardi RAH" a celebration of Black and Cajun cultures. This cake, called a "Mardi Gras king cake," is one of the many great foods available for students to try during the event. - Photo / Jack Trabucco.

Mardi Gras Comes to Rowan With a Cajun Carnival

Jack Trabucco February 28, 2022

On Thursday, Feb. 24, Rowan After Hours (RAH) celebrated Mardi Gras a little early with Mardi RAH, a hustling and bustling celebration of Cajun culture in honor of the holiday.  The event featured...

Rowan celebrates GAYpril with RAH's pride night. - Staff Writer / Jack Trabucco

Rowan Kicks off GAYpril With RAH’s Pride Night

Jack Trabucco April 13, 2021

On Friday, April 9, the Student Center hosted “GAYpril: RAH Celebrates Pride,” in celebration of Pride Month. The event, held in-person in the Student Center pit, featured a night of screen printing,...

Rowan After Hours hosts Mardi GRAH: a festive celebration for the holiday. - Photo courtesy of SCCA

Mardi GRAH: Students Join Rowan After Hours in Celebration of Mardi Gras

Christine Harkinson February 17, 2021

What comes to mind when you think of Mardi Gras? You could say wild costumes and jewelry, fun celebrations and gatherings or good food and drinks. This year, the day will be spent differently than before,...

-Photo courtesy of Pixabay.com

History of St. Patrick’s Day

Kalie VanDewater March 16, 2019

St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated on March 17, is the namesake holiday of the patron saint of Ireland. Saint Patrick was born in Roman-ruled Britain in the fifth century and was brought to Ireland as...

Students from the Jewish community gather outside the student center to light the menorah in celebration of Hanukkah. - File photo / Alex Heller

Rowan students gather to celebrate Hanukkah

Alexander Heller December 12, 2018

Hope, peace and love. Those were the points that Rabbi Hersh Loschak focused on as all three Jewish clubs at Rowan University braved a bitter cold night to celebrate the eight day festival of lights,...

Ross Baron and Aaron Korbmin share a conversation at a table. - Staff Photo/Scott Brody

Jewish and secular members of Rowan community converge at annual mega-Sabbath

Scott Brody April 2, 2017

A growing Rowan campus and a growing Jewish community: at Shabbat 180, Rowan's second annual mega-Sabbath Jewish dinner, that theme was evident. With the tune of ancient rhythms in the air, Rowan's chapter...

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