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"In first place came Spud Mack, a band with a genre that fluctuates to reflect each band member’s music taste." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Spud Mack, LVNA, & Slim Dogis triumph at Rowan’s Battle of the Bands

Maryela Gallardo March 6, 2024

Nine local bands formed by some of Rowan University’s students rocked the Chamberlain Student Center Pit on March 2, while showcasing their talent to the public as they competed in the annual Battle...

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

On Friday, Rowan After Hours (RAH) hosted the “Night of Sex” at the Chamberlain Student Center, in which Rowan students of all years came together for a series of activities, DIYs, games, and food....

Pictured is Chamberlain Student Center construction sites progress as of February 2024, an active motion in the master plan. - Staff Writer / Marchella Mazzoni

Houshmand develops $1.5B plan for campus projects

Marchella Mazzoni February 21, 2024

Rowan University President Ali Houshmand has created a ten-year master plan that is estimated to cost $1.5 billion after completion. This plan works as a roadmap that lays out the priorities for the University...

Statue on Rowan Boulevard is coated in snow after winter storm graces Rowan's campus. - Managing Editor / Abigail Twiford

Ice, slush, and snowy weather welcome students back to campus

Abigail Twiford January 25, 2024

It was bitterly cold throughout South Jersey, cold enough that it was painful for skin to be outside with exposed skin for more than a few minutes. The roads were plowed and salted, but snow was still...

"One of the more serious acts discussed the issues of racism and the historical oppression of black people in the United States." - Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey.

Devised cabaret “It Starts With…” sparks a revolution: A blend of poetry, music, & passion

Sarah Shockey November 29, 2023

From Nov. 16 to 18, an ensemble from the Department of Theatre & Dance performed a devised Cabaret called “It Starts With…” in Room 221 of the Chamberlain Student Center. Drawing inspiration...

The Board of Trustees met on Sept. 13, where they announced the Salva family donation, the Whit Centennial and new Wellness Center initiatives. - Staff writer / Braijon Williams

Board of Trustees discusses new Virtua School of Health Professions name, Wellness Center goals, and the Whit Centennial

Braijon Williams September 20, 2023

On Sept. 13th, the Board of Trustees had their inaugural Fall semester meeting where they announced student Yuval Saar as their new alternate student trustee, introduced new programs for the Wellness...

"2021 to 2023, Rowan University’s tuition has increased by 4%." - Previous Photo Editor/Amanda Palma

Editorial: Tuition has risen, what does that mean for Rowan students?

The Whit Staff April 26, 2023

Rowan's tuition has increased once again. What does that mean for the students who are paying for it? Looking at tuition and fees alone, from 2021 to 2023, Rowan University’s tuition has increased...

President Ali Houshmand grabs a mark to sign the beam that will be apart of the new infrastructure. - News Intern / Connor Brown

Rowan’s Beam-Signing Ceremony engraves students’ names in the foundations of the expansion

Connor Brown April 26, 2023

The Rowan community was invited to hear about the progress on the new Chamberlain Student Center Expansion at a beam-signing ceremony near the entrance of Campbell library — the site of the $30 million...

2023 Battle of the Bands featured the works of Shark Earrings, Swansun, The Jettys, Estrogents, MEASURES, Frankie Mermaid, Joey Fattore, Spud Mack and Wall Carpets. - Contributing Photographer / Cass Jones

MEASURES wins Rowan’s 2023 Battle of the Bands

Al Harmon March 8, 2023

On March 4, Rowan University held its annual Battle of the Bands, bringing together some of the greatest student bands to compete for the coveted title of best Rowan band. The event, co-sponsored by Student...

Centerpieces with Rosa Parks' photo sat on the table of the luncheon. - News Intern / Abigail Twiford

Rowan hosts the 18th annual Rosa Parks luncheon

Abigail Twiford March 1, 2023

The 18th Annual Rosa Parks Scholarship Luncheon was held on Feb. 28 in the Eynon Ballroom of the Chamberlain Student Center. This was the first year the event has been held since the Covid-19 pandemic...

The student center pit fitted for wRahstlemania with a full crowd in attendance. - Staff Writer / Josh Ayers

“For one night, The Pit went underground” Rowan After Hours presents wRAHstlemania

Joshua Ayers March 1, 2023

On Thursday, Feb. 23, Rowan After Hours (RAH) presented their live wrestling event “wRAHstlemania” at the Chamberlain Student Center for all Rowan students to watch for free. The event was held in...

Rowan University has limited college graduation tickets from eight to four. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Chelsea Valcourt

EDITORIAL: $150K for four graduation tickets

The Whit Staff February 15, 2023

Roughly 40 classes, 900 hours and an estimated $147,312 to $152,676 have all led to this very moment. It’s the moment many of us have dreamed of since we were high school seniors, perhaps even younger....

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