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"I am not a superstitious person, however, the week of April 14- April 20 is cursed, and I can prove it." - Graphic / Yaz  Shaughnessy

Twiford: This week in April is historically cursed

Abigail Twiford April 17, 2024

I am not a superstitious person, however, the week of April 14- April 20 is cursed, and I can prove it.  Historically, several massively horrible events have occurred within this period, and it’s...

"If you've ever been to a Renaissance fair, you may recall some flute and pipe music playing around the streets and in between vendors. The music played Monday night was similar to this music, only on a grander scale." - Staff Writer / Beth Cimaglia.

Rediscovering musical heritage: Rowan’s early music ensemble delivers an evening of historical sounds

Beth Cimaglia April 10, 2024

Rowan’s early music group performed music from the Middle Ages and Renaissance era on Monday, April 8, in Boyd Recital Hall. Richard Carroll, the director, replaced Dr. Lourin Plant, head director....

My personal copy of "100 Years Forward." - Editor-in-Chief / Victoria McGivern

A conversation with Lori Marshall: The lead editor of “100 Years Forward: The History of Rowan University”

Victoria McGivern November 29, 2023

“This project was, in my 34 years at Rowan, the single most challenging, demanding, substantial…project. You don’t [just] end up with a five-pound book at 352 pages and more than 1,000 illustrations…overnight,”...

“Priscilla” reveals an Elvis that the public has not seen before. Showing all that comes with falling in love with Elvis, Coppola takes viewers on a journey starting with the initial spark of romance and the quick descent into manipulation, gaslighting, emotional turmoil, and physical and verbal abuse. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Unveiling the untold story: “Priscilla” sheds light on the dark side of Elvis Presley’s marriage

Sarah Shockey November 16, 2023

Elvis Presley was the biggest sex symbol for women in the late ‘50s and early ‘60s. Whether it was his chart-topping music, erratic dance moves, or devilishly good looks, the “King of Rock n’...

The cover of "A Refugee’s American Dream: From the Killing Fields of Cambodia to the U.S. Secret Service" showcases a young Leth Oun and his journey to freedom in the U.S. government employee. - Photo via Professor Starnes

RU professor co-writes memoir with Cambodian refugee

Paige Britt October 18, 2023

Editor's Note: We previously referred to the memoir as a "novel," which would imply that it is fiction, which it is not. Sam Starnes, an adjunct professor at Rowan who has taught creative writing...

Sept. 11, 2001 is a day we have to make sure we never forget.  - Multimedia editor / Drew Peltzman

Michaels: Without remembrance, we will forget

Sylent Lee Michaels September 13, 2023

The 22nd anniversary of Sept. 11, 2001, has come and passed. A heartbreaking day that over the years has become a day meant for remembrance. A time to pay tribute to those lost, appreciate those who are...

The Lightness of Bearing exhibition at the Art Gallery on 301 High Street - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Discover the ’23-’24 art exhibition season on campus

Al Harmon September 13, 2023

Rowan University Art Gallery is proud to unveil its exciting new season of exhibitions that promise to captivate the hearts and minds of students, art enthusiasts, and the wider community alike. Kicking...

Rowan's new graduation gowns for 2023. - Photo via Rowan University.

Valcourt: The controversial new graduation gowns

Chelsea Valcourt April 26, 2023

Okay, I’ll say it, I love the new graduation gowns and I love the history they represent.I’m a huge Rowan fan. I transferred here hoping to find a more welcoming and accepting university. That’s...

Marijuana has a long and complicated history in the United States.- Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

A blunt examination of the disjointed history of 4/20

Sylent Lee Michaels April 19, 2023

The sacred holiday of 4/20 is upon us. A day celebrated by those who share the love of the plant known as cannabis, marijuana, ganja, Mary Jane, devils' lettuce or pot.   The history of marijuana...

"Reagan is on a mission to achieve a grand feeling of unity within the student body during her year on the presidential seat." - Photo via Brianna Reagan

Meet Brianna Reagan: Your new SGA class president

Nigel Pala April 12, 2023

Rowan University’s Student Government Association (SGA) is due for changes next fall, and among them is the introduction of the new class president. Stepping in to fill the big role is the self-proclaimed...

Osler stands at a white board to teach students. - Photo via Ultrarunning History

Rowan students and faculty pay tribute to the late Dr. Thomas Osler

Abigail Twiford April 5, 2023

Rowan professor Thomas "Tom" Osler passed away on March 26, 2023, at 82 years old — leaving behind a life full of teaching and running passion. A mathematics professor for over 50 years, Osler...

Michael Koretzky, Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) member, stands next to Michaels at an SPJ conference. Michaels is wearing his hand-painted Libel suit jacket. - Copy Editor / Sylent Lee Michaels

Michaels: Journalism is not dead, just misunderstood

Sylent Lee Michaels March 29, 2023

“Journalism is dying.” Or so I have been told.  But that will only happen if we as people, readers and writers alike allow it to happen. It isn’t dying at all actually, but ever evolving...

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