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The exterior of Holly Pointe Commons. - Photo via Rowan University

Early morning Holly Pointe fire alarms welcome students to campus

Luke Brown, Contributor September 11, 2024

During welcome week at Rowan University in late August to early September, there were plenty of activities for Rowan’s largest freshman class to participate in. This spanned anywhere from pep rallies,...

A hoverboard or "self-balance scooter" - Photo via Creative Commons

Hoverboard Fire Injures Resident in Holly Pointe

Corey Rothauser September 16, 2020

Rowan's Emergency Medical Services and the Glassboro Fire Department responded to a reported fire at Holly Pointe Commons on Wednesday, Sept. 9, and transported one person for injuries due to the incident,...

A lader truck from the Glassboro Fire Department sits at the scene of a house fire on Monday.-Staff Photo/Jaryd Leady

Fire Prevention Week underscores importance of fire safety on campus

Andrew Turco October 10, 2017

National Fire Prevention Week began this past Sunday with its new theme “Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!” In conjunction, Rowan University and the Glassboro Fire Department have advice for students...

Firemen seen removing damaged personal items from a dorm in Mimosa Hall. -Staff Photo/Matt Kass

Editorial: Mimosa fire a wake-up call for residents who don’t leave

The Whit Staff April 12, 2017

Last week's fire in Mimosa Hall needs to be a wake-up call for residents who choose to cover their ears and wait out the alarms: get out. Fortunately, no one was hurt as a result of the fire or the smoke...

Rowan Boulevard fire alarms spark resident aggravation

Rhiannon Bulaga October 25, 2016

On any given day on Rowan's campus, fire alarms can be heard blaring from all directions. If you live on campus, you’re probably used to blocking out the alarms and carrying on with your day. For students...

Holly Pointe fire systems alarm students

Eric Conklin September 28, 2016

The Holly Pointe Commons stairwells have been flocked with mass amounts of footsteps recently, and many students living in Rowan’s newest residence hall appear displeased with having to evacuate the...

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