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Laughton discusses difficulties of Rowan's attendance policy in a post-COVID semester. - Former Graphics Editor / Jana Jackstis

Laughton: Attending classes in sickness and in health

Elena Laughton November 17, 2022

In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, employers and academic institutions are emphasizing the importance of staying home when feeling sick. The problem is that they are reinstating strict absence...

University Assembled was held Friday, Dec. 3. at 2 p.m. in the Enynon Ballroom. -Photo via Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan hosts Fall 2021 University Assembled

Natalie Arch December 8, 2021

Rowan University’s President Dr. Ali Houshmand hosted “University Assembled” on Friday, Dec. 3, at 2 p.m. “It gives the President and senior leadership an opportunity to talk about the state...

The IDEAL Star Award recognizes those who excel in creating a more welcoming and open environment for students to participate in through inclusion, diversity, equity, anti-racism, and learning. -Photo courtesy of Dr. Farrell.

Dr. Stephanie Farrell Recognized For Advocacy Work

Miriana Beja December 1, 2021

Rowan Professor and Chair of Experimental Engineering, Dr. Stephanie Farrell, has been presented with the 2020 IDEAL Star Award for her work surrounding LGBTQ+ Safe Zone Training in Conference Programming.  She...

The two institutions will collaborate for “clinical education, activities and research." -Photo via Pixabay.com

Rowan Partners with Virtua to Advance South Jersey Healthcare

Aedan Rosolia December 1, 2021

Rowan University and Virtua Health have partnered to expand education, research and patient care.  However, this may raise concerns about the monopoly Virtua holds on the healthcare system.  Virtua...

Rowan University held a panel discussion about Miss America on Monday,  Nov. 15. -Photo via Pixabay.com

Miss America Panel Focuses on the “Road to 100 More”

Jennifer McGraw November 16, 2021

With the 100-year anniversary of the Miss America Pageant around the corner, Rowan University held a panel discussing the pageant organization. The university also discussed its efforts with digitizing...

Within the last two weeks, over 80 Rowan University students have tested positive for the flu according to the Rowan University Wellness Center. -Photo via Multimedia Editor / Nicholas Feldman

Rowan University Faces Flu Outbreak

Makayla Griffin November 16, 2021

It’s not COVID-19, but this respiratory disease is also making its way through the Rowan University student body: it’s the influenza virus. Influenza, more commonly known as the flu, is a highly...

The rally was held Monday, Nov. 8, outside Savitz Hall. - Multimedia Editor / Alex Rossen

Rowan Community Organizes Rally Towards Mental Health Concerns

Gianna Malgieri November 10, 2021

Last Monday, on Nov. 8, students and Rowan community members held a rally in front of Savitz Hall on Mullica Road where they expressed that change and more resources regarding mental health from the university...

Gov. Phil Murphy at the Governor's Debate at Rowan University. -Photo via Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Election 2021: So, What Exactly Happened?

Nicholas Feldman November 10, 2021

It’s been just over a week since most major news agencies projected Democratic incumbent Phil Murphy as the winner in the race for governor, but still, Republican candidate Jack Ciatteralli has not...

Monday morning, the SGA Executive Board published an email announcing that they would be extending the portion of Senate reserved for student concerns to allow more students to voice their thoughts and feelings to the board and to Rowan administration. -Photo via Pixabay.com

Open Forum Between Students and Administration Held During Senate Meeting to Address Mental Health

Alex Rossen November 10, 2021

Editor's note: This article has been updated to accurately reflect the academic standing of the students involved in the story. On Monday, Nov. 1, Rowan students and staff were struck by the news that...

The debate was held at the Chamberlain Student Center. -Photo via Pixabay.com

First Progressives vs. Republicans Debate Offers Spirited Discussion

Aedan Rosolia November 3, 2021

The Chamberlain Student Center held its “Republicans vs. Progressives Debate” on Nov. 1. The moderator, the Whit’s Multimedia Editor Nick Feldman, began the debate by introducing each team and...

From April 2021 to October, there have been 32 violations regarding drugs, alcohol and drug impairment on the Rowan University campus, according to Rowan University’s Department of Public Safety’s Daily Crime Log Data. - File Photo / Multimedia Editor Nicholas Feldman

Rowan University’s Drug Violations According to the University Crime Log

Berry Andres November 2, 2021

In 2019, Rowan University’s main campus saw a reported 464 drug and liquor violations resulting in disciplinary action, according to the United States Department of Education’s Campus Safety and Security’s...

The Center for Neurodiversity is currently in Laurel Hall. - Photo via sites.rowan.edu

Rowan University Opens One-of-a-Kind Center for Neurodiversity

Victoria McGivern October 26, 2021

Rowan University launched its Center for Neurodiversity on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021. The Center for Neurodiversity is an expansion of support and services for students who are “neurodivergent.” By...

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