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Rowan students hold a Palestinian flag to protest SJP's discontinuation in front of the owl statue on campus, Glassboro, NJ. Tuesday, February 18, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller
Rowan Students for Justice in Palestine reinstated after university investigation
Students hold signs protesting SJP's discontinuation in front of the owl statue on campus, Glassboro, NJ. Tuesday, February 18, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller
Rowan SJP holds rally despite club’s suspension being lifted
Wifi graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Wifi problems cause slow service to some parts of campus
The Shop logo. - Photo via @RUTheShop on X
The Shop starts shuttle service to cultural grocery stores
SGA graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
SGA Senate calls attention to SJP’s suspension
The Glassboro Municipal building. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Borough of Glassboro Council holds first meeting of the new year
Mayor John Wallace III (right) at the council meeting. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Glassboro Retirees honored at council meeting
The Glassboro Council members in session. - Features Editor / Paige Britt
Glassboro Council discusses project developments during most recent meeting
The newly appointed lieutenants and full-time firefighters pose for a picture at Glassboro Town Square. - Photo via @glassborofiredepartment on Facebook
Glassboro Council swears in firefighters and provides construction updates at latest meeting
Breaking news graphic - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Glassboro PD responds to incident outside 7-Eleven
The crash claimed the lives of two drivers early Thursday morning. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Two drivers killed after fatal crash on Route 55 North
Breaking news graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Man found dead on railroad tracks near two Glassboro schools
Rowan Police were notified that a student had begun posting multiple pictures and videos on an Instagram account of the firearm with an extended magazine, according to court documents." - Graphic Editor/ Brendan Cohen
Firearm arrest in 230 Victoria raises questions of campus residential safety
Quality of life graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Quality of life offenses see a rise on campus
The annual report is released every year by the university. - Graphic via Julia Quennessen
Rowan releases Clery Report for 2024-25 academic year
One incident occurred in the resident parking lot of the Edgewood Apartments. - Co-News Editor / Sarah Shockey
Multiple car burglaries occur in Rowan resident parking lots
The Glassboro Municipal building. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Borough of Glassboro Council holds first meeting of the new year
Mayor John Wallace III (right) at the council meeting. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Glassboro Retirees honored at council meeting
Spicy's Bar opened its doors on Dec. 2. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Sun sets on Dawn to Dusk as it transitions into Spicy’s Bar
The Rowan Boulevard apartments covered in the smoke's haze. - Co-Sports Editor / Tyler Delpercio
Statewide drought and wildfires cause haze of smoke over Rowan’s campus
Breaking news graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Man found dead on railroad tracks near two Glassboro schools
SGA graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
SGA Senate calls attention to SJP’s suspension
Sean Spiller answers questions from RIPPAC Director Ben Dworkin. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
NJEA president turned politician Sean Spiller speaks at Rowan
Rowan graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
University Senate discusses political impacts on higher education
SGA graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
SGA holds first senate meeting of 2025
Rowan graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Board of Trustees holds last meeting of the semester
Kayla Julien runs in a race. The sophomore set a season-high in the 200 meter at the Valentine Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field competes in two events ahead of NJAC Championships
Rowan men's basketball celebrates Senior Day with their families. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball falls to Rutgers-Newark on Senior Day
Rowan's seniors get honored pregame. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball celebrates Senior Day with decisive victory over Rutgers-Newark
Rajahn Dixon headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field has busy weekend highlighted with record-breaking performances
Sixers graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Miller: Evaluating the 76ers season at the midpoint
Jaylen Martin drives to the basket. Martin recorded a team-high 15 points in the loss. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats fail to avoid two-game sweep of Magic, drop their fourth straight game
Jeff Dowtin Jr. brings the ball up the court. Dowtin struggled in the loss against the Magic. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats shoot their way out of a win against the Magic
Judah Mintz brings the ball up the court. Mintz recorded 25 points in the loss. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Charge use a big third quarter to sweep mini two-game set against the Blue Coats
Pete Nance admiring his shot. The 24-year-old drilled six three-pointers in the first half against the Charge. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats drop first game of two-game mini-series against Charge
Pete Nance dunks the ball. Nance scored 15 points in his Blue Coats debut. - Photo via @blue_coats on X
Blue Coats suffer heartbreaker, can’t complete back-to-back sweep against Go-Go
Kayla Julien runs in a race. The sophomore set a season-high in the 200 meter at the Valentine Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field competes in two events ahead of NJAC Championships
Rowan men's basketball celebrates Senior Day with their families. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball falls to Rutgers-Newark on Senior Day
Rowan's seniors get honored pregame. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball celebrates Senior Day with decisive victory over Rutgers-Newark
Rajahn Dixon headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field has busy weekend highlighted with record-breaking performances
"My goal is to just go out there and have fun, swim fast, and enjoy it with the guys that I’m there with." - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming places fourth at NJAC Championships
"My goal is to just go out there and have fun, swim fast, and enjoy it with the guys that I’m there with." - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming places fourth at NJAC Championships
Gavin Luong swims in a race. The senior's collegiate career is winding down. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming aims for first conference championship victory in five years
Gavin Luong competes in a race. Luong recorded a first place finish in the 50 freestyle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming falls to Swarthmore on Senior Day
Jack Watson competes in the backstroke. The fifth-year has led the charge for Rowan men's swimming this season. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming prepares for extended hiatus out of the water following loss to Johns Hopkins
Jack Watson swims in a race. The fifth-year broke Alex Volin's 200 IM record over the weekend. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming makes a splash at the Franklin & Marshall Invitational
Rajahn Dixon headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field has busy weekend highlighted with record-breaking performances
Marquise Young competes in a race. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
The Young Twins: How Marquise and Jarquil impact Rowan men’s indoor track and field
Marquise Young races towards the finish line. The fifth-year placed first in the 60-meter hurdles over the weekend. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field clocks in a second-place finish at the METS Championships
Jamile Gantt headshot. Gantt placed second in the high jump. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field picks up where they left off in first competition since winter break
Masai Byrd sprints towards the finish line. The junior broke Shamar Love's school record in the 60-meter. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Jamir Brown and Masai Byrd shine for Rowan men’s track and field to kick off indoor season
Rowan men's basketball celebrates Senior Day with their families. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball falls to Rutgers-Newark on Senior Day
Taz Cantey makes a move. The junior scored a team-high 17 points against TCNJ. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball suffers heartbreaking loss against TCNJ behind poor late-game execution
Khalif Meares brings the ball up the court. Meares recorded 24 points in the win. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Khalif Meares’ 24 points helps Rowan men’s basketball knock off Kean
Brycen Williams runs up the floor. The junior scored a team-high 17 points against NJCU. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball picks up key NJAC win against NJCU
Taz Cantey dribbles up the court. Cantey poured in 21 points in the win. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball finds its offensive flow in the second half to pull away from Rutgers-Camden
Laura and Elizabeth Jones through the years. - Photo via @rowanwswim on Instagram
Laura and Elizabeth Jones: the twin sister duo reflects on their time together as teammates
Lilyanna Martin headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Lilyanna Martin: the rookie sensation making an impact on Rowan women’s swimming
Ella Pennington competes in a backstroke. Pennington was named as the NJAC Swimmer of the Week for the seventh time. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming gears up for the NJAC Championships
Ella Pennington competes in a race. The junior set a JHU pool record in the 200 backstroke on Dec. 6. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Ella Pennington continues to break records for Rowan women’s swimming
Rhylee Cornell. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Meet Rhylee Cornell: the freshman sensation already making her mark for Rowan women’s swimming
Kayla Julien runs in a race. The sophomore set a season-high in the 200 meter at the Valentine Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field competes in two events ahead of NJAC Championships
Shannon Stakelbeck races towards the finish line. The sophomore placed sixth in the 5000 meters at the Fasttrack Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field puts together strong showing in Fasttrack Invitational
Molly Lodge sprints towards the finish line. Lodge was a member of the 4x400 team that recorded a season-best time at the METS Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field places fifth at METS Championships
Lexi Bey competes. Bey is one of the returnees from last year's team. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field looks to open the season on the right foot
Ally Wernik runs in a race. Wernik recorded a PR in the 800 meter. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field shines at the FastTrack Last Chance Meet
Rowan's seniors get honored pregame. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball celebrates Senior Day with decisive victory over Rutgers-Newark
Shayla Johnson grabs the ball. Johnson recorded 14 points in the loss. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
TCNJ shoots their way past Rowan women’s basketball
The Profs celebrate Kate Herlihy reaching 1,000 career points. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Kate Herlihy makes history in the Profs’ victory over Kean
Haley Selmer puts a shot up. Selmer recorded 16 points in the losing effort. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball drops home NJAC game to NJCU
Charlotte Carlies rises up for a layup. Carlies has been instrumental for the team this year. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Charlotte Carlies improvements fuel Rowan women’s basketball’s hot start
Rowan softball celebrates its second NJAC title in three years. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball gets revenge on Ramapo, captures second NJAC title in three years
Nana Agyemang races through the finish line. Agyemang was apart of the 4x100 relay team that placed sixth at the Michael Johnson Invitational at Baylor University. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field showing they have no weaknesses as the NJAC Championship grows closer
Tyler Cannon admiring his hit. Cannon recorded the 200th hit of his Rowan career against Immaculata. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Cannon’s two homers lead Rowan baseball past Immaculata
Trish Gilles gets ready to pass the ball. Gillen recorded a career-four assists against TCNJ. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse falls to TCNJ in battle for the No. 1 seed in the NJAC
Liz McCaffery loads up for a swing. McCaffery went 3-6 at the plate in the Profs' doubleheader against Rutgers-Newark. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball strengthens its hold on top seed, sweep doubleheader against Rutgers-Newark
Tyler Cannon admiring his hit. Cannon recorded the 200th hit of his Rowan career against Immaculata. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Cannon’s two homers lead Rowan baseball past Immaculata
Karson Harcourt loads up at the plate. The junior clubbed his second homer of the season in the Profs' win against York. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball picks up out-of-conference win against York
Pat Defeciani gets ready to field. Defeciani hit two home runs and drove in a team-high five runs in the 20-5 win. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball’s offense comes alive in blowout win over Rutgers-Camden
Tyler Cannon throws the ball to first. Cannon is one of the team's captains this year. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Captain Cannon: How Tyler Cannon became an integral part of Rowan baseball
Karson Harcourt hustling down the line. The junior clubbed a huge two-run double in game two of the Profs' doubleheader on Saturday, March 30. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball opens conference play with a doubleheader split against Kean
Rowan softball celebrates its second NJAC title in three years. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball gets revenge on Ramapo, captures second NJAC title in three years
Liz McCaffery loads up for a swing. McCaffery went 3-6 at the plate in the Profs' doubleheader against Rutgers-Newark. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball strengthens its hold on top seed, sweep doubleheader against Rutgers-Newark
Kim Wilson and the team celebrates her 900th win at Rowan. Wilson recorded her 900th win on Tuesday. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Kim Wilson records 900th career win at Rowan in doubleheader sweep over Stockton
Payton MacNair swings at a pitch. MacNair recorded a new single-game career-high in RBI during the Profs' second game of a doubleheader. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball pushes win streak to 15 after doubleheader sweep of William Paterson
Kaitlyn Riggs loads up her swing. Riggs went 5-6 with 5 RBI across the two games. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball sweeps NJCU to remain perfect in the NJAC
Trish Gilles gets ready to pass the ball. Gillen recorded a career-four assists against TCNJ. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse falls to TCNJ in battle for the No. 1 seed in the NJAC
Molly Green picks up a ground ball. Green recorded her 100th career goal in the win over Stockton. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse grabs a key NJAC win after dominating Stockton
Elaina Corson looks to attack the defense. Corson was tied for the team-high five goals against Kean on Saturday. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse blows out Kean in first NJAC match of the season
Molly Green attacks the defense. Green recorded five of the team's 11 goals on Saturday. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse falls to Christopher Newport for fourth straight loss
Sophia Schiavo attacks the defense. The captain has totaled five points and grabbed 55 ground balls so far this season. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Sophia Schiavo’s destiny fulfilled as captain of Rowan women’s lacrosse team
Nana Agyemang races through the finish line. Agyemang was apart of the 4x100 relay team that placed sixth at the Michael Johnson Invitational at Baylor University. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field showing they have no weaknesses as the NJAC Championship grows closer
Amara Conte hustling down the track. Conte has been a driving force for Rowan during the spring season. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field heading in the right direction as championship season nears
Marquise Young competes in a hurdles event. Young recorded a first place finish in the 110 meter hurdle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field dominates the competition in the METS Championships
Kwaku Nkrumah competes in the hurdle. The sophomore placed first in the 110m hurdles at the Danny Curran Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Numerous members of Rowan men’s track and field post standout numbers at the Danny Curran Invitational
Damarion Potts headshot. Potts has made an immediate impact as a freshman on Rowan men's track and field. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Damarion Potts: A star in the making for Rowan men’s track and field
Anna Sasse competes in a race. Sasse recorded the No. 2 NJAC time in the 1500 meter. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field records a plethora of PRs at the Paul Donahue Invitational
Molly Lodge runs in the hurdles event. Lodge recorded the top NJAC time in the 400 meter hurdle at the Larry Ellis Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field continues to impress at Larry Ellis and TCNJ Invitationals
Molly Lodge runs in a race. Lodge placed first in the 400m and 200m. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field continues its stellar season at the METS Championships
Nevaeh Lorjuste runs in a race. Lorjuste recorded the third best time in Division III. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field shines at the Danny Curran Invitational
Izzy Deal competes during an event. Deal broke the outdoor school record in shot put with a mark of 13.22 meters. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Izzy Deal breaks a school record in a successful weekend for Rowan women’s outdoor track and field
Brooke Adams sets up her teammate. The senior has played her last game as a Prof. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan volleyball falls to William Paterson in NJAC semifinals
The Profs during the national anthem. Rowan football dominated William Paterson in their season finale. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan football caps off Pat Ruley’s first season with blowout win against William Paterson
Allie Palumbo looks to score. Palumbo tallied the Profs only goal against Tufts. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
#22 Rowan field hockey’s quest for a national championship ends after loss to #3 Tufts
Miles Voenell outruns his opponents. Voenell will be one of the three Profs competing in the NCAA Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s cross country finishes second at the NCAA Metro Regional Championships
Mariah Juiliano watches the ball. Juiliano recorded six saves in the fourth quarter. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan field hockey knocks off Ursinus in opening round of NCAA Division III tournament
The Profs during the national anthem. Rowan football dominated William Paterson in their season finale. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan football caps off Pat Ruley’s first season with blowout win against William Paterson
Rowan football's seniors prior to their game against Kean. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan football dominates Kean, cements undefeated season at home
The Profs celebrate with the Breakfast Bowl trophy following their win against Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan football emerges victorious in the first ever “Breakfast Bowl” against Montclair State
Luke Hoke gets tackled following a big gain. The freshman recorded a game-high 131 receiving yards against Salisbury. - Photo / Kevin Alexander
Rowan football puts forth a valiant effort against No. 6 Salisbury
Nate Maiers looks towards the reciever. Maiers threw for 166 yards in the loss. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan football can’t overcome offensive miscues, falls to Christopher Newport
Miles Voenell outruns his opponents. Voenell will be one of the three Profs competing in the NCAA Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s cross country finishes second at the NCAA Metro Regional Championships
Miles Voenell approaches the finish line. The graduate student has been a standout for Rowan men's cross-country this season. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Miles Voenell’s journey: crossing the country to become a standout for Rowan men’s cross-country
Senior standout Joshua Cason poses with the NJAC Championship trophy. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s cross country takes home first place once again in the NJAC Championships
Scott Hubbard races towards the finish line. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rising star Scott Hubbard is being counted on by Rowan men’s cross country heading into the NJAC Championships
Joshua Cason approaches the finish line. The senior produced a ninth-place finish in the championship run at the Border Battle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s cross country produces top-five finish at the Border Battle
The team poses for a photo with the NJAC Championship trophy and banner. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s soccer scores three unanswered to win the NJAC Championship
Ryan Cleary runs past a defender. Cleary scored the Profs lone goal. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s soccer advances to fifth straight NJAC Championship after 1-0 win over Rutgers-Camden
Rowan men's soccer celebrates Senior Day prior to their game against Ramapo. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s soccer celebrates Senior Day with fifth straight shutout victory
Dylan Aportela lays out for a save. Aportela recorded his fourth straight shut out in the win over Kean. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s soccer shuts Kean out for fourth straight win
Johnny Troiano hustles up the field. The junior scored his team-leading 12th goal of the season against Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s soccer takes control of the NJAC with victory over Montclair State
Brooke Adams sets up her teammate. The senior has played her last game as a Prof. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan volleyball falls to William Paterson in NJAC semifinals
Brooke Adams sets up her teammate. The senior totaled 49 of the Profs' 54 assists in the quarterfinals against Kean. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan volleyball advances to NJAC semifinals with victory against Kean
Jena Kaul leads the huddle after a possession. Rowan volleyball closed out regular season conference play with a win against NJCU. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan volleyball closes out regular season conference play on a high note against NJCU
Rowan volleyball celebrates its seniors prior to the Profs' match against Lebanon Valley. - Photo via @rowanvolleyball on Instagram
Rowan volleyball suffers Senior Day loss against Lebanon Valley
Maya Iovacchini gets ready to hit the ball. Iovacchini totaled 17 kills in the loss to Kean. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan volleyball’s rally falls short against Kean
The team celebrates with the trophy. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s cross country makes history with first ever Metro Regional title
"I am the person I am today because of the Air Force." - Photo via @rowanwxc_track on Instagram
Rowan women’s cross-country celebrates Veterans Day with one of their own
Senior Mia Guerra, who placed first at the NJAC Championships, poses with Rowan's first place trophy. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s cross country wins the NJAC Championship for the first time since 2019
Ava Rizzo competes in a race. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
From soccer player to a runner: Ava Rizzo’s story to Rowan women’s cross country
Gabriella Pagano weaving through the competition. The junior placed 14th overall at the Border Battle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Multiple runners for Rowan women’s cross country stand out at the Border Battle
Lianna SanFelice kicks a corner. SanFelice scored the Profs' lone goal in the loss. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s soccer drops NJAC semi-final in double overtime to Montclair State
Calista Burke controls the net. The senior made six saves against TCNJ. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s soccer settles for No. 2 seed in the NJAC playoffs following loss against TCNJ
Lianna SanFelice weaves up the field. The junior scored her second goal of the season against Montclair State on her second free kick. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s soccer takes care of business against Montclair State to remain undefeated
The seniors celebrate with their families pregame. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
A Senior Night shutout: Rowan women’s soccer beats up on Stockton
Siena Sowers. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Siena Sowers has seized her opportunity for Rowan women’s soccer
The team shoots the puck around at practice. - Photo / Eric Czerwonka
How Rowan ice hockey’s team is shaping up this year
Rowan MMA club practicing drills with partners and Fazen. - Staff Writer / Marchella Mazzoni
Shane Fazen brings Fight Tips to Rowan MMA Club
Rowan’s cheerleading team at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex competing in the UCA Cheerleading & Dance National Championship. - Photo via Rowan Cheerleading
Rowan cheerleading finishes fifth at the UCA College Cheerleading Team National Championship
Rowan rugby prepares for a scrum. The team ended the season adding to their losing streak. Saturday, Oct. 1, 2021. - Photo / Ashley Craven
Rowan Rugby closes out the season with two more losses
Elliott Schon skates up rink. Schon had a strong showing at the weekend showcase. Friday, Sept. 23, 2022. - Photo / Joey Nicolo
Rowan Men’s Ice Hockey completes sweep at ACCHL Showcase
Sixers graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Miller: Evaluating the 76ers season at the midpoint
NCAA basketball graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Adam: Top 25 poll reaction
Dodgers graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Digh: Don’t worry, the Dodgers aren’t going to repeat as World Series champions
NCAA basketball graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Adam: No. 1 Auburn vs. No. 2 Alabama preview
NCAA basketball graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Adam: Top 25 poll reaction
Jared McKenzie heads out to the field pregame. McKenzie was a standout in Wilmington's win on Wednesday, Aug. 28. - Photo via @WilmBlueRocks on X
Flashy plays offensively and defensively lead to convincing Blue Rocks win over IronBirds
Bryan Caceres jogs back to the dugout. Caceres was effective against the Cyclones on Saturday, Aug. 17, tossing six scoreless innings. - Photo via @WilmBlueRocks on X
Blue Rocks surrender four-run ninth inning lead in crushing loss
Riley Cornelio exits the bullpen ahead of his start. Cornelio allowed two runs in five innings against the Cyclones on Thursday, Aug. 15. - Photo via @WilmBlueRocks on X
Six-run sixth inning proves to be the difference in Blue Rocks loss to Cyclones
Jose Atencio fires a warm-up pitch. Following two rough starts, Atencio recorded a bounce-back performance against the Cyclones on Tuesday, Aug. 13. - Photo via @WilmBlueRocks on X
Blue Rocks’ offensive struggles lead to series-opening loss against Cyclones
Jarlin Susana winds up to throw a pitch. The 20-year-old allowed four runs in 4.2 innings on Wednesday, Aug. 14. - Photo via @WilmBlueRocks on X
A fast start offensively leads the Blue Rocks to a series-tying victory
Kirk talking to students about her experience in sports marketing. - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Pizza with the Pros welcomes Ivy League alum Clarisa Kirk
"With the university offering hundreds of study abroad programs, some range from being more on the high-end spectrum, costing up to thousands of dollars, while others are marketed for less than a thousand dollars to no cost." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Exploring education abroad at a low cost
"Small was able to teach the members of the club some new techniques in BJJ and kickboxing." - Staff Writer / Ryan Schaller
Trouble for the Rowan MMA Club: Earl “Trouble” Small instills his knowledge to the next generation of fighters
Participating members paint henna on their hands. - Staff Writer / Julissa Sierra
Arabic Culture Club shares their culture with students through henna designs
The newly opened Baby Cafe in the Camden Library. - Photo via Sindy Ferreira.
Cooper Medical School of Rowan University presents “Baby Cafe” for breastfeeding mothers
"With the new restaurant, many students have voiced their excitement for another food joint to be within walking distance from campus." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
From Baton Rouge to Glassboro: Raising Canes officially opens
The Student Center dining hall. - Staff Writer / Ryan Schaller
Limited-time meals, get it while it lasts
Pizza University employee Simone Borzilo poses with a fresh slice next to the menu. - Staff Writer / Isaac Linsk
A lesson in “Effin Good Pizza” at Pizza University
Primo Hoagies staff cut a ribbon in front of their newly opened location. - Copy Editor / Bryant Lopez
New Primo Hoagies at Rowan holds grand opening on Halloween
Front entrance to CREAM on High Street. - Features Editor / Elena Laughton
CREAM stands out from the competition and offers a unique coffee shop experience
Kirk talking to students about her experience in sports marketing. - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Pizza with the Pros welcomes Ivy League alum Clarisa Kirk
"Erard-Coupe graduated from Rowan University in 2020 with degrees’ in sports communication and media, radio/television/film production, and broadcast journalism." - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Jordyn “SportyJordy” Erard-Coupe joins Pizza with the Pros
Students pose with Dave Sims for a photo in their Yankees gear. - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Pizza with the Pros welcomes Dave Sims as first guest of 2025
Students waiting in line to speak with Larry Needle. - Staff Writer / Curtis Ulrich
Pizza with the Pros hosts its final event of the semester with Larry Needle
Jon Slobotkin speaking to students at Pizza with the Pros. - Staff Writer / Curtis Ulrich
Pizza with the Pros hosts NBC Sports Jon Slobotkin
Rowan University recently introduced a new CUGS in Queer Theory. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Rowan introduces new certificate of study in Queer Theory
"Come for the food, Stay for the vibes!" - Photo via @rowansjicr on Instagram
Office of SJICR and MOCA collaborate for “Soul Food Sunday” event
Scott Woodside serves as director of the Rowan Wellness Center at Winans Hall. Over the past 14 months, he's fielded some of the university's toughest challenges yet. - Multimedia Editor / Alexander Rossen
Scott Woodside Reflects on “One Heck of a Year” of Rowan’s Public Health Challenges
Crowley (left) and Howell (right) are bringing the environmental humanities program to Rowan. - Photos from School of Humanities and Social Sciences staff directory and Rowan Blog, respectively.
Dr. Jordan Howell and Dr. Dustin Crowley cultivate the environmental humanities at Rowan
Dr. Shari Willis stands with two of her daughters and a reindeer. This was part of a family trip to northern Finland where they got to go reindeer-sleighing. - Photo / Dr. Shari Willis
Dr. Shari Willis encourages growth through overcoming challenges—and rock climbing
Gianna's new album photos. - Photo via @therealgiannamusic Instagram
Rowan student “Gianna” releases album
Rangeela Dance Team on stage. - Photo via Rangeela Dance Team
Culture and community: Rowan’s Rangeela Dance Team
When it comes to the halftime show, it inherently is going to spark conversations on whether or not it lived up to the expectations of a Super Bowl performance. This year was no different. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Rowan students are buzzing: Kendrick Lamar at the Super Bowl
"Loving Vincent" single cover art. - Art via Swansun Band
Indie Rock band ‘Swansun’ releases their newest single “Loving Vincent”
“[It’s] very low stakes. There's no auditioning; we rarely make cuts, you know. It's very welcoming,” Duffy said. - Multimedia Editor / Matthew Millroy
Mid-Atlantic Brass Band Festival holds two-day long festival
Rangeela Dance Team on stage. - Photo via Rangeela Dance Team
Culture and community: Rowan’s Rangeela Dance Team
“[It’s] very low stakes. There's no auditioning; we rarely make cuts, you know. It's very welcoming,” Duffy said. - Multimedia Editor / Matthew Millroy
Mid-Atlantic Brass Band Festival holds two-day long festival
Dance Extensions group on stage in Pfleeger Concert Hall. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller
DEXT Showcase Rocks Pfleeger Concert Hall
Flyer via @poetic_justice_rowan Instagram
Rowan clubs amplify Black voices through “In Living Color”
“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
“[It’s] very low stakes. There's no auditioning; we rarely make cuts, you know. It's very welcoming,” Duffy said. - Multimedia Editor / Matthew Millroy
Mid-Atlantic Brass Band Festival holds two-day long festival
Percussion Ensemble on stage at Pfleeger Concert Hall. - Staff Photographer / Hayden Fugee
Immerse yourself in the unfamiliar: Rowan’s Spring Percussion Ensemble
Photo via @rowanmusicdept Instagram
Rowan Vocal Division brings Black composers into the spotlight
“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
RALT concert at Prof's Place. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller
Rowan Alt hosts last show of the semester
Professor Allison Parker looks at art in the Rowan Art Gallery. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. - Contributor / Kacie Scibilia
Artists of the Carrying On art exhibit deliver talk
"Between poems, owner of Words Matter Bookstore and host Keryl Hausmann spoke, saying 'To listen to [poetry] is different than to read it.'" - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Words Matter Bookstore hosts relaxing poetry open mic night
Kale Choo Hanson reads her work to an attentive audience - Staff Writer / Kate Zaffarese
High Grounds hosts Glassworks reading with featured writers Kale Choo Hanson and Caroline Miller
Askin Marcel Randolph, Dimitrius Alexander DeMarco, Kiara Ajayi, and Vaneice - Co-News Editor / Abigail Twiford
PARH holds Social Justice Poetry Reading at Rowan’s Art Gallery
Wendel White showing his artwork at Rowan University's Art Gallery. Contributor / Anthony Coccaro
Artist talk and reception with Wendel White at Rowan University’s Art Gallery
“I know this isn’t a brand new club, but we are a brand new E-board with no experience whatsoever.” - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Highlighting clubs at Rowan: Photography Club
Rowan Hip Hop Culture Club. - Graphic via @rowanhiphop on Instagram
Rowan University Hip Hop Culture Club welcomes music lovers and everyone
The team at Nationals, 2025 - Photo via The Rowan Dance Team
Rowan University’s Dance Team made it into the finals at the College Nationals
Brandon Martin for cinema workshop's member of the week. - Photo via @rowancinemaworkshop Instagram
Sit down with film student Brandon Martin
Rowan Writing Arts club graphic - Graphic via @rowanwritingartsclub Instagram
A look at the Writing Arts Club at Rowan
Professor Allison Parker looks at art in the Rowan Art Gallery. Glassboro, NJ. Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. - Contributor / Kacie Scibilia
Artists of the Carrying On art exhibit deliver talk
"The choice to include the other three artists: Gayle Asali Dickson, Akinsanya Kambon, and Malik Edwards, was fueled by her discovery of their work in the Black Panther Party." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Beth Cimaglia
Rowan Art Gallery and Museum presents “Carrying On: Black Panther Party Artists Continue the Legacy”
"Take Your Time, Little One," an etching by Emily Klassen. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 - Contributing Photographer / Ashtaye-Ann Ashley
The Gallery Publication hosts Spring show: Pieces of Us
Art piece on display in the 301 High Street Art Gallery. - Staff Writer / Dan Hassall
Rowan hosts Prima Materia reception
Dreamcatcher on display at the High Street Gallery. - Staff Writer / Shane Bagot
Gallery Exhibition: Prima Materia
"There’s a significant urge to feel seen, and gaining a following on a platform regardless of how big or small is conceivably one of the easiest and fastest ways to be seen by others." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
McDermott: Stop monetizing your life
"Considering the target demographic of a fundraiser, these groups should be trying to find people both sympathetic to their cause and the means to support them." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Miller: Fundraising should exist elsewhere than the Student Center
"Real commitment to racial equality means to educate ourselves on black history outside of just February, it means to integrate this history into curriculums all year round." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Editorial: Learn black history every month
"Lengthy class lineups, internships, part-time or full-time jobs, and other commitments all clash with one another." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Otto: The attendance policy needs an update
"If book bans persist, what’s to stop them from restricting what students can read more and more, even at places like Rowan?" - Staff Writer / Hayden Fugee
Fugee: It’s time to put a ban on book bans
"It seems as if our society does not care about the media anymore--which is why a concerning amount of people are so misinformed and poorly educated on actual facts." - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: No one on the SGA fully understands the importance of true, high-quality journalism
"I fear The Whit will have to consider drastic measures, including ending the weekly papers that have run at the university for 85 years." - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: I’m devastated to hear that SGA slashed The Whit’s budget by 35%
"I am a former features editor for The Whit as well as a staff writer" - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: To The Whit and Student Government Association
"I am a former features editor for The Whit as well as a staff writer" - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: Writing to express my outrage at the news of The Whit’s operating budget
"At the end of the day, journalism devoid of humanity is worthless, and the statement put out by The Whit Staff was ignorant and disgusting." - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennesson
Letter to the Editor: From 9/11 to October 7: Growing up as a “terrorist”
"Real commitment to racial equality means to educate ourselves on black history outside of just February, it means to integrate this history into curriculums all year round." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Editorial: Learn black history every month
"It is the belief of The Whit Staff that celebrating the Eagles is just as important as celebrating your own personal accomplishments, but we strongly encourage students to celebrate in a safe and responsible manner." - Photo via Rachel Sampson
Editorial: Celebrate responsibly in the City of Brotherly Love
"The Whit Staff recognizes that 'success' is going to look different for everyone, and choosing what you want to do is a decision that should be given time and careful consideration." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Editorial: Endless options and overwhelming decisions
"College students, admin, and faculty need to take this situation as a reminder to remain calm when extreme statements are made by powerful people." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Editorial: Don’t get caught in the information overload during this administration
"In order to really allow students to take advantage of the benefits of its growth, Rowan needs to pay more mind to its current students and focus more attention to their academic experience." - Features Editor / Paige Britt
Editorial: The future of your university is here right now
"The reviews on the back cover described it as “intellectually playful,” but besides a few meta-textual nods, like “Edwin St. John. Andrew,” a character named after the author, there’s nothing all that clever." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon
Navigating the seas of critique: A candid evaluation of “Sea of Tranquility”
"You could never keep stare long enough but needed to keep staring to find out why you couldn't," from the story Call Me By Your Name. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon
“Call Me by Your Name” by André Aciman: An exploration of obsessive infatuation
"I don’t think that anyone could ask for a better man, and I think many readers hate that book boyfriends aren’t actual people in real life. Thank you Colleen Hoover for giving us readers unrealistic expectations for men." - Art & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Colleen Hoover’s “It Starts With Us”: A heart-wrenching journey of love & healing
"A core theme of the book is something dubbed the “Personal Legend.” One of the first characters that Santiago meets is the biblical king of Jerusalem, Melchizedek, who tells him plainly that the point of his journey is to discover and fulfill his own Personal Legend. Santiago spends the rest of the book figuring out what that means." Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Journey of self-discovery: The profound wisdom of “The Alchemist”
"Peterson doesn't come across as optimistic. He doesn't sugarcoat the foundation of his viewpoint, which boils down to "life is full of suffering," and maintains that the individual must combat the obstacles that life places in front of them." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Jordan Peterson’s “12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos” provides counterintuitive tips for a fulfilling life
The Rowan’s American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) hosted an event on Monday April 22nd where students where students got the opportunity to use a flight simulator. – Multimedia Editor / Adam Reim
Rowan AIAA hosts flight simulation event
Rowan Centennial Special Edition
Rowan Centennial Special Edition
Whit Editor in Chief Victoria McGivern throws up piece signs in the Eynon Ballroom. - Staff Photographer / Josh Ayers
Flicks from CCCA 2023 Showcase & Recognition Day
Video art gallery: "SuperCellular" by Carolyn Healy & John Phillips
Video art gallery: “SuperCellular” by Carolyn Healy & John Phillips
Bristol to Burke: Rowan Women's Soccer Commander in Net
Bristol to Burke: Rowan Women’s Soccer Commander in Net
Whit Editor in Chief Victoria McGivern throws up piece signs in the Eynon Ballroom. - Staff Photographer / Josh Ayers
Flicks from CCCA 2023 Showcase & Recognition Day
Jessica Carroll prepares to race her cardboard boat across the water. - Staff Photographer / Adriana Zawojski.
PHOTOSTORY: Cardboard Boat Competition
Juniors smash pumpkins together to relieve stress for the semester ahead. - Photo / Adriana Zawojski
PHOTOSTORY: Pumpkin Smashing Supports Rowan Food Pantry, The SHOP
A young couple listens to the Juneteenth keynote speech, given by guest speaker Nurah Muhammad. Photo via staff photographer/Nathan Morris
Black and Brilliant Events Team Organizes Glassboro’s Second Annual Juneteenth Commemoration
Spring is in the air and flowers are once again in bloom! Photo via multimedia editor/Alex Rossen
Spring Has Sprung at Rowan University

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Nidhal C. Bouaynaya, Ph.D, was named to the position. - Photo via Rowan University

Rowan appoints professor Vice President for Artificial Intelligence

Christopher Otto, Staff Writer • February 18, 2025

Rowan University announced the appointment of Nidhal C. Bouaynaya, Ph.D, the director of Rowan’s New Machine & Artificial Intelligence VR Center, MAVRC, to a brand new position on Feb. 5: Associate...

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