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"Mental health is a common theme for college students, but the art therapy event will improve student’s mental health." - Staff Writer / Ryan Schaller.

Rowan University Public Health Club hosts art therapy event for Public Health Week

Ryan Schaller April 3, 2024

Health is a top priority for college students, from mental, physical, and emotional health. At Rowan University, they have a club that focuses on all three of those areas called the Public Health Club....

"This event has been adapted into various Rowan organizations because of their possibility for students to become more relaxed, and anybody that attended the event held at the Rowan Art Gallery was able to keep them." -  Staff Writer / Maryela Gallardo.

Rowan Art Gallery & Wellness Center team up to combat student stress with Mini Zen Gardens

Maryela Gallardo April 3, 2024

The Rowan Art Gallery & Museum collaborated with the Wellness Center to create mini zen gardens for students to keep. This event was a part of the “Art for Wellness Special” where these two facilities...

Rowan's Political parties' logos. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Campus Ideologies: Three student parties take on abortion

Rowan Political Groups March 6, 2024

Rowan Progressives On June 24, 2022, the conservative-dominated Supreme Court ruled that the US Constitution “does not confer a right to abortion," deciding that “the authority to regulate...

Rowan's Political parties' logos. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.

Campus Ideologies: Three student parties take on healthcare

Rowan Political Groups February 7, 2024

Rowan Progressives As the U.S. war machine once again beats its drum and funnels its tax dollars directly into the hands of a far-right genocidal regime while simultaneously raining down missiles...

Dr. Dani Arigo plans on using the grant to explore a study on social comparisons. - Photo via Dr. Dani Arigo

Dr. Dani Arigo awarded National Institute of Health “New Innovator Award”

Anthony DeRosa October 18, 2023

In the realm of academia, where passion meets purpose, one exceptional mind at Rowan University is making significant strides in unraveling the complexities of social issues. Driven by a dedication...

“Don’t be hard on yourself,” said Damiri. “It is a hard road coming to a group or just even talking about it is the first step and I commend everyone who has the guts to do it, because it’s a very vulnerable aspect to talk about." - Contributor / Khansa Samreen

Wellness Center hosts smoking support group to help students reduce or quit nicotine usage

Khansa Samreen October 4, 2023

The Student Wellness Center has started a new program called Breathe Easy Smoking Cessation Support Group. It is open to students, faculty, and staff who are looking to make a change in their tobacco...

A person consuming marijuana through smoke inhalation. Photo via Wikipedia Creative Commons

Harmon: Unveiling the negative effects of smoking weed

Al Harmon April 19, 2023

The topic of marijuana is a contentious one, with opinions on its use varying widely. As a 21 year old who has never smoked weed, I have observed its effects on those around me. Many of my friends and...

"Listen to Black Mamas" platforms women at Rowan University to discuss the maternal mortality crisis. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

“All she wanted to do was be a mother:” New Jersey’s Black maternal mortality crisis

Victoria McGivern March 1, 2023

Saish Matthews’ dream was to become a mother, but shortly after the arrival of her firstborn, she slipped into a coma and died nearly a month after her son’s birth. In relation to Black History...

Although more research is needed to understand how long COVID-19 affects people, it does not spare any organ, according to the AMA article. -Photo via Pixabay.com.

‘Long COVID-19’ and Its Effects

Mya Calderon April 20, 2022

People who suffer from “long COVID-19,” often called long haulers, typically have experienced COVID-19 symptoms more than four weeks after their COVID-19 diagnosis, according to the Mayo Clinic.  In...

The merging of the two universities was officially approved on March 15 and will take effect on June 1. Both of the universities' campuses will be retained and Mark Reed, the current president of SJU, will assume the role of president for both institutions. -Photo via Pexels.com.

USciences to End All Contraceptive Care for Students After St. Joseph’s Merger

Berry Andres April 18, 2022

In light of the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia’s decision to merge with St. Joseph’s University, USciences has announced that it will cease to provide all forms of birth control– including...

Kelsey Endicott (left) and Alexis Davis (right.) -Photo via / Victoria Schriver-McGivern.

SGA Pushes for Free Menstrual Products with Project Period

Victoria McGivern March 9, 2022

Although Rowan University has been a long-time provider of condoms during its “Free Condom Friday,” now, the Student Government Association (SGA) hopes to expand this initiative and provide free menstrual...

“Current CDC and state COVID-19 guidelines, along with our downward trend of positive cases University-wide, allow us to revise indoor masking and daily screening mandates starting March 7,” the announcer read. -Photo via Pixabay.com.

Rowan University Drops Mask Mandate

Mya Calderon March 8, 2022

Rowan University announced that wearing a mask indoors will be optional starting March 7, according to the Rowan Announcer that was sent out via email on March 2. “Current CDC and state COVID-19...

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