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"I am now 20 years old and with Mother’s Day just around the corner, I can’t help but think about just how much these two spectacular women have shaped me throughout all of the phases of my life." - Photo via Sophia Fandino

Fandino: Proud to be a “mom’s girl”

Sophia Fandino April 17, 2024

I didn’t really grow up with a present father in my life, so in retrospect, the only parent I actually had was my mom.  My mom is quite literally Superwoman in my eyes and has been since I was...

"Looking overall, Quennessen is proud of all the work her fellow club members put in to make this last-minute showcase work out and build a winter wonderland that viewers are sure to enjoy." - Staff Writer / Marchella Mazzoni

Women of Winter: Art showcase illuminates Westby Hall with diverse mediums & styles

Sarah Shockey & Marchella Mazzoni January 31, 2024

On Jan. 29, members of the club Women of Westby unveiled their Women of Winter gallery showcase in Westy Hall. Featuring a display of 31 pieces from the group, the art presented multiple different mediums...

"It feels like everyone forgets what holiday is on Nov. 23." - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennesson

Williams: Halloween straight to Christmas; we’re forgetting to give thanks

Braijon Williams November 8, 2023

It was like clockwork. When the clock struck midnight and it was officially Nov. 1st, Halloween went out the door and it was like a switch flipped in everyone’s brain around the country that Halloween...

Rowan Holi festival celebrates the beauties of Hindu culture. - Intern / Bryant Lopez

Rowan’s SASA hosts Holi Festival to celebrate love and spring

Bryant Lopez April 5, 2023

In honor of Holi, Rowan's South Asian Students Association (SASA) showed its true colors, hosting a Holi Festival on March 31. The festival took place on the University Green at Bunce Hall.   Holi...

Michaels discusses the various perceptions of Valentine's Day. - Graphic / Julia Quennessen

Michaels: A new perspective on Valentine’s Day

Sylent Lee Michaels February 8, 2023

Oh, Valentines Day — the most loving, yet hated, holiday. The one that is characterized by hearts, flowers, chocolate, and of course, romance. It can make you feel more alone than anything or can make...

Elizabeth Vu (left), Jason Tran (middle), and Tiara Herpriyonggo (right) greet visitors. - Copy Editor / Victoria McGivern

Rowan Asian Culture Association and RAH kick off Lunar New Year Celebration

Victoria McGivern February 1, 2023

In honor of the Lunar New Year, the Rowan Asian Cultural Association (ACA) and Rowan After Hours (RAH) hosted a celebration on Jan. 26 from 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. All students were welcomed to this event....

Sylent Lee Michaels with her mom Lois Ann Michaels as a young child. - Copy Editor / Sylent Lee  Michaels

Michaels: How to avoid a blue Christmas

Sylent Lee Michaels December 7, 2022

Thanksgiving is over which means the holidays are in full swing. This time of year is supposed to be the happiest time for friends and families as we gather together to spread joy and love to one another....

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Best Christmas and holiday songs to get you in the festive mood

Grace Clevenger December 5, 2018

With all the classic, and even non-classic, Christmas and holiday songs out there, it can be hard to pick the top five Christmas songs of all time, yet somehow, I managed to do it. (These are in no particular...

Ross Baron and Aaron Korbmin share a conversation at a table. - Staff Photo/Scott Brody

Jewish and secular members of Rowan community converge at annual mega-Sabbath

Scott Brody April 2, 2017

A growing Rowan campus and a growing Jewish community: at Shabbat 180, Rowan's second annual mega-Sabbath Jewish dinner, that theme was evident. With the tune of ancient rhythms in the air, Rowan's chapter...

What is your biggest holiday wish?

Amanda Palma December 12, 2016

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