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Image of the Edelman Fossil Park Museum - Photo via the Edelman Fossil Park & Museum of Rowan University's Instagram
Edelman Fossil Park and Museum opening in March 2025
SGA meeting in session. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
New AVP of Academic Affairs elected and Punjabi Club gained funding at SGA Senate meeting
Budget decrease graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Campus Activities sees decrease in their budget for 2025 fiscal year
Photo of entrepreneurship students celebrating their ranking - Photo via Rohrer College of Business Instagram
School of Innovation & Entrepreneurship ranked #1 in New Jersey second year in a row
University Assembled graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
University Assembled addresses Rowan’s growth to become an R1 research university
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 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
A live band plays music outside the West Jersey Train Depot. - Photo via @glassborohistoricalsociety on Facebook
The Glassboro Historical Society hosts Civil War Weekend at historic West Jersey Train Depot
A Route 322 mile marker on campus. - Editor-in-Chief / Madison Miller
322 question on Glassboro ballot referendum seeks to get public opinion on bypass project
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
SGA meeting in session. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
New AVP of Academic Affairs elected and Punjabi Club gained funding at SGA Senate meeting
A voting pin on a students backpack. - Photo via Isaac Linsk
Election Day perspectives of a growing college town
Rowan graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
University Senate discusses the repercussions of Rowan’s growth at latest meeting
Election graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Meet the state election candidates on the ballot this November
Bashaw stopped by Rowan on his campaign trail. - Photo via Avi Steinhardt
Republican Senate candidate Curtis Bashaw visits Rowan for RIPPAC Speaker Series
The team shoots the puck around at practice. - Photo / Eric Czerwonka
How Rowan ice hockey’s team is shaping up this year
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 team celebrates with the trophy. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s cross country makes history with first ever Metro Regional title
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
Haley Selmer headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
From the field to the court: Haley Selmer has shined to start the Rowan women’s basketball season
Justin Edwards skies towards the hoop for a dunk. In his debut against Maine, the first-year pro scored a game-high 28 points. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats can’t complete second-half comeback, drop season opener to Maine
Aminu Mohammed gets ready to secure a rebound. The Blue Coats were out-rebounded 59-32 in the loss to the Blue. - Saturday, March 30, 2024. - Photo via Payton Tuorto
Delaware Blue Coats drop regular-season finale to Oklahoma City Blue
Ricky Council IV stands in the corner. Council recorded 27 points and six rebounds in the loss. - Monday, March 11, 2024. - Photo via Payton Tuorto
Delaware Blue Coats go cold in crunch time and drop a vital game to Capital City Go-Go
Terquavion Smith scans the defense. Smith recorded a team-high seven assists in the loss on Sunday. - Friday, Feb. 23, 2024. - Photo via Payton Tuorto
Delaware Blue Coats plagued by turnovers, drop to fourth in the East after loss to Long Island Nets
Chris Clarke at the free-throw line. The 28-year-old scored 17 points and dished out six assists off the bench in Saturday's loss. - Friday, Nov. 10, 2023 - Photo via Payton Tuorto
Delaware Blue Coats plagued by slow start in second leg of back-to-back against Birmingham Squadron
The team celebrates with the trophy. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s cross country makes history with first ever Metro Regional title
Haley Selmer headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
From the field to the court: Haley Selmer has shined to start the Rowan women’s basketball season
Ella Pennington competes in the backstroke. Pennington won three events. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming rattles off six straight event wins to take down Montclair State
Tobias Cahnbley competes in a race. Cahnbley won the 200 free and 200 back in the win over Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming dominates Montclair State to get back to .500
Danny Fleming drives up the floor. The senior scored 15 points against Eastern. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball picks up first win of the season against Eastern
Tobias Cahnbley competes in a race. Cahnbley won the 200 free and 200 back in the win over Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming dominates Montclair State to get back to .500
Jack Watson competes in the backstroke. Watson won the 100 and 200 backstroke. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming drops to 1-2 after loss to Salisbury
Jack Watson competes in a race. Watson was one of two Profs to compete in the NCAA DIII Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Jack Watson and Michael Fracchiolla represent Rowan men’s swim at NCAA Championships
Michael Fracchiolla competes in a race. Fracchiolla broke the school record in the 200 breaststroke during the NJAC Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming totals over 1,000 points in first-ever NJAC Championships
Henry Lynch competes in a race. Lynch and the rest of the team is looking to dominate in the NJAC Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming prepares for the first-ever NJAC Championships
Kwaku Nkrumah runs in a race. Nkrumah recorded a first place finish in the 60 meter hurdle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field ends the season with first place finish at the AARTFC
Scott Hubbard runs in a race. Hubbard broke the 27-year-old record in the mile on Friday, Feb. 23. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Scott Hubbard rewrites history at the FastTrack Last Chance Meet
Rowan men's indoor track and field poses after their ninth consecutive NJAC Championship victory. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field enters unprecedented territory following ninth consecutive NJAC title
Jason Agyemang races to the finish line. The sophomore hurdler put forth one of the best performances on the team over the weekend. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field puts together another great performance, begin preparation for NJACs
The team celebrates their team title at the Metropolitan Championships. Rowan put up 185 points to beat out Fordham for first. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field dominates in the Metropolitan Championships
Danny Fleming drives up the floor. The senior scored 15 points against Eastern. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball picks up first win of the season against Eastern
Khalif Meares rises for a dunk. Meares is just one of the six Profs returning this year. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball gears up for the new season
"As long as we stick together and stand on business, I like our chances." - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball advances to the Sweet 16 for the second consecutive season
Rowan men's basketball will be appearing in the NCAA Tournament for the third consecutive season beginning on Friday, March 1. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball gets NCAA tournament bid for the third consecutive season
Ja'Zere Noel brings the ball up the court. Noel recorded 15 points and 17 rebounds against TCNJ. - Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024. - Photo via Lee Kotzen
The quest for back-to-back NJAC titles concludes for Rowan men’s basketball after loss to TCNJ
Ella Pennington competes in the backstroke. Pennington won three events. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming rattles off six straight event wins to take down Montclair State
Ella Pennington competes in the backstroke. The junior has been named NJAC Swimmer of the Week two times in a row to start the season. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming falls to Salisbury in first NJAC meet of the season
Laura Jones competes in a race. Jones is in her senior year with the Profs. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming can’t beat NYU, fall to 1-1 on the young season
Ella Pennington competing in the backstroke. The sophomore earned her second consecutive All-American honor for her performance in the NCAA Division III Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Ella Pennington gets an All-American nod following standout NCAA Championship
Ella Pennington swims in a race. The sophomore broke her own school record in the 200 backstroke during the NJAC Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swim places fourth in the NJAC Championships
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
Kat Pedersen runs in a race. Pedersen was a part of the 4x200 relay that broke the school record. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field shines at the NJAC Championships
Anna Sasse runs in a race. Sasse was the anchor of the distance medley relay that is nearly top 10 in all of Division III. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field gets contributions from everyone during busy weekend
Nevaeh Lorjuste participates in a race. The junior recorded a second-place finish in the 400-meter over the weekend. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field sets multiple new PRs over the weekend
Anna Sasse races to the finish line. Sasse set a new indoor PR in the 800 meter over the weekend. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field has a weekend filled with both personal and school records
Haley Selmer headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
From the field to the court: Haley Selmer has shined to start the Rowan women’s basketball season
Kate Herlihy running the point. The senior is expected to move into an off-ball role this season. - Photo via Lee Kotzen
Rowan women’s basketball gears up for year two of the Kate Pearson era
(Left to right) Savanna Holt, Nicole Mallard, and Eliana Santana pose with their two NJAC championship trophies. - Photo via @rowanwbb on Instagram
Rowan women’s basketball gets eliminated by Kean in the NJAC playoffs
Rowan women's basketball lines up for the pregame national anthem. Rowan will be looking to defend their NJAC title during the NJAC playoffs. - Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024. - Photo via Lee Kotzen
The NJAC playoffs are here: What can Rowan women’s basketball expect?
Sabrina Araujo scans the defense. Araujo recorded a team-high 12 points in the loss to NJCU. - Saturday, Feb. 3, 2024. - Photo via Lee Kotzen
Rowan women’s basketball drops a crucial NJAC game to NJCU
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
NFL graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Zarcaro: Grading all of the major moves from the NFL trade deadline
NFL graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
West: Week 11 NFL Surprises
Phillies graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Digh: Three outfielders that could interest the Phillies
College football graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Kinnahan: Risers, Fallers, and Ballers in College Football
MLB contracts graphic. - Graphic via Julia Quennessen
Mazzo: Predicting the top MLB free agent’s landing spot
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
"Rowan’s devotion to remain sustainable trickles down to the physical grounds on campus." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Sustainability efforts at Rowan University
Photo via Patrick Ahearn
The puppet professor: Patrick Ahearn
"There are many avenues students can take to better their mental health such as talking to someone who can help and guide them on the right path." - Staff Writer / Dylan Francis
Rowan holds their annual Student Mental Health Conference
"While the response to Glassboro’s community was positive, many students didn’t seem to love the idea of living there." - Staff Writer / Jake Clark
All you need to know about living in Glassboro
Lawrence Cappelli signs a crowd member's chest. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Rowan senior eats entire rotisserie chicken and raises over $300 in the process
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
Lucys Creamerie on West High Street has outrageous sundaes - and they're kinda awesome. - Managing Editor / Tara Lonsdorf
Lucy’s Creamery in Glassboro is delightfully overkill
Jon Slobotkin speaking to students at Pizza with the Pros. - Staff Writer / Curtis Ulrich
Pizza with the Pros hosts NBC Sports Jon Slobotkin
Michael Barkann with Neil Hartman posing for Pizza with the Pros. - Social Media Editor / Frankie Ryan
Pizza with the Pros welcomes NBC Sports Philadelphia Postgame Live host Michael Barkann
Anthony Figazzotto speaking to students at Pizza with the Pros. - Staff Writer / Curtis Ulrich
Pizza with the Pros welcomes Philadelphia Phillies marketing coordinator Anthony Figazzotto
Jon Crispin talking to students at Pizza with the Pros. - Staff Writer / Curtis Ulrich
ESPN’s Jon Crispin tells students his basketball journey at Pizza with the Pros
Jim Jackson speaking to students at Pizza with the Pros. - Staff Writer / Curtis Ulrich
Pizza with the Pros hosts Philadelphia Flyers broadcaster Jim Jackson
"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
Dr. Harold Connolly, Chair of the Geology Department, is currently Mission Sample Scientist on NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission. - Multimedia Editor/Christian Browne
Dr. Harold Connolly explores meteors and deep time with NASA
“Culturally, the U.S. is so different from Brazil. In Brazil, we greet each other with hugs and kisses, even if we don’t know each other." - Photo via Giovanna Day
Celebrating Art, Culture and Resilience: Giovanna Day
Two Rowan dance students practice tango at the DEXT-A-THON at Wilson Hall Dance Studio. Glassboro, NJ. Sunday, November 17, 2024. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller
DEXT-A-THON: fundraiser for breast cancer
“Thank you RAH for hosting, and thank you Profecy,” said Kurbansade. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller
Rowan After Hours hosts annual RAHcapella
“50 percent off is a lot, If the store owner came up to me and asked me to lick the store floor for 50 percent off, I would,” said Jimenez. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Black Friday: what would Rowan students do for 50 percent off?
Art piece on display in the 301 High Street Art Gallery. - Staff Writer / Dan Hassall
Rowan hosts Prima Materia reception
Two Rowan dance students practice tango at the DEXT-A-THON at Wilson Hall Dance Studio. Glassboro, NJ. Sunday, November 17, 2024. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller
DEXT-A-THON: fundraiser for breast cancer
“Thank you RAH for hosting, and thank you Profecy,” said Kurbansade. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller
Rowan After Hours hosts annual RAHcapella
A student sings "My Boo" by Alicia Keys and Usher at the Rowan Jazz and Spoken Word Night at the Chamberlain Student Center. Glassboro, NJ. Friday, November 9, 2024. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller
Rowan After Hours hosts Jazz Spoken Word Night
"The air of the room was one of positivity. Every time someone sustained a note, sang a beautiful run, or did something else impressive, the audience would cheer and clap." - Staff Writer / Lily Miller
Student University Programmers hosts open mic night
"Especially around the holidays, it’s important to host activities that get students out of their dorms or apartments and into a space to socialize." - Staff Writer / Lily Miller
Townhouse Community Center hosts Spooktacular
"The Bramble House, while unaffiliated with Rowan Alternative, is dedicated to providing a venue for local artists to perform for the Glassboro music scene." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Bramble House hosts house show
"So why not enjoy some of the admiring award shows? Some may say that the point of these awards isn't mainly to be entertaining but to highlight the dedication of artists and actors in the industry." - Staff Writer / Dakim Marcel Randolph
2025 Grammy nominations are coming soon, who will win?
Goofy At Night's vocalist sings an open letter to Drexel University President John Fry during the Rowan Alt Music Halloween Show, Glassboro, NJ. Friday, October 25, 2024. Photo via Staff Photographer.
RALT hosts thrilling off-campus show
The Band Concert plays in Pfleeger Concert Hall. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, October 17, 2024. - Staff Photographer / Genevieve Saquella
Rowan University Bands presents first annual Collage Concert
"Flash forward ten years, I was front row at Carpenter’s first hometown arena show at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia."- Staff Writer / Mattie McKay
The Short N’ Sweet concert from a day one fan’s perspective
"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
Carol Smith reading at Words Matter Bookstore. - Co-News Editor / Abigail Twiford
Poetry night at Words Matter Bookstore delivers a night of prose
Rowan Writing Arts club graphic - Graphic via @rowanwritingartsclub Instagram
A look at the Writing Arts Club at Rowan
Avant's Fall 2019 issue. - Photo via rowanavant.com
Avant: an inside look at Rowan’s literary magazine
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
Chloe Ditzel standing with her self portrait in Savitz Hall. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Beth Cimaglia
Student artwork highlighted in Savitz
Canis lupus. - Artwork via Zoe Marino
The intersection of art and science: Biomedical Art Club
Jadah Kingston alongside her sculpture. - Photo via Jadah Kingston
“Altering the world”: Rowan’s Sculpture students
"To stay up to date with fire restrictions, head to the New Jersey Fire Service website." - Photo via ABC7
Miller: Staying resourceful in the midst of forest fires
"These everyday interactions could open up a door to regular conversation, which leads to study sessions, and even a friendship." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Editorial: Your fellow students are your largest network
"There are no more snatching items from people since online shopping has become a hit." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Sierra: Holiday sales bring blessings and burdens
"And while I wanted to lead with love and not become overwhelmed with his hate, I just couldn’t." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Mac Kay: Finding a middle ground is a lot harder than it looks
"It was the realization that I have reached the moment I wanted to get to by myself, independently." - Photo via Rianna Moses
Moses: Twenty-one & moved on
"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”
"These everyday interactions could open up a door to regular conversation, which leads to study sessions, and even a friendship." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Editorial: Your fellow students are your largest network
"This year’s contentious race has led to college students turning against one another, ostracizing and eliminating those who feel differently than they do from their lives." - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay
Editorial: Political unity begins with our generation
"Here are some takeaways from The Whit Editorial Staff regarding the recent elections’ news cycles." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Editorial: Student journalists on the election news cycle
"With election day just around the corner, the Whit staff shares how they plan to exercise their right to vote." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Editorial: How our Whit Staff plans to vote this election season
"It is impossible to control over 20,000 people at all times, and this is not an expectation any reasonable person would uphold." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Editorial: Rowan needs to alert their students more often
"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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Melissa Martinique, a Rowan student living with a heart defect. -Photo courtesy of Melissa Martinique

A heart defect leads to a career helping others

Jesse Mounce • April 23, 2018

A four-year-old Melissa Martinique got ready to go to the hospital to have surgery on her heart. Her parents kept her calm by explaining the operation in a way that was understandable to a child and familiar...

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