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"When it comes to the battle of the holidays, there is no exact winner regarding the kind of music one listens to during the holidays." - Graphics editor / Brendan Cohen

Monster Mash VS Jingle Bell Rock: What are Rowan students listening to this Halloween?

Brendan Cohen, Graphics Editor October 16, 2024

With October making its way in, and the autumn leaves beginning to fall, it is time to circulate to a very popular holiday for everyone around the world. Halloween. Jack-o-lanterns are being made, ghosts,...

Britt's white Christmas tree featuring a Star of David ornament. - Staff Writer / Paige Britt.

Britt: Remember to acknowledge the holidays that aren’t Christmas

Paige Britt December 6, 2023

'Tis the season for Christmas trees, Christmas lights, and Christmas music. Santa Claus, reindeer, and elves can be found displayed throughout homes and retail stores. Twinkling red and green lights are...

Steve Kozachyn acts as "Santa's Brother" on Kozy Acres Christmas Tree Farm where he sells Christmas trees and a family holiday experience. - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman

Business professor Steve Kozachyn personifies the Christmas spirit at Kozy Acres Farm

Madison Miller November 30, 2023

During the week, you can find Steve Kozachyn who is the Rohrer College of Business Director of Experiential Learning in the Business Hall, teaching classes but when the weekend comes, you can find him...

On Nov. 21, 2022, Britt gathered with her coworkers for a friends-giving celebration before the chaos would ensue that year. - Photo via Paige Britt

Britt: Give thanks to restaurant workers this Thanksgiving season

Paige Britt November 8, 2023

This will be my third year spending Thanksgiving with an apron on, all black, and nothing but Red Bull in my system. Spending Thanksgiving waiting tables has become my own personal tradition of the holiday...

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....

Glassboro's town Christmas tree brightened up Rowan Boulevard's town square. - Staff Writer / Rachel Sampson

“Boro in Lights” Christmas tree lighting kicks off Glassboro’s holiday celebration

Rachel Sampson December 6, 2022

Glassboro kicked off its holiday festivities with the annual "Boro in Lights" Christmas tree lighting on Friday, Dec. 2. The Kingsway Church sponsored the event which spanned from Rowan Boulevard to the...

The end is finally here. This editorial reflects on the past semester and the hopes we have for the next. - Photo via Pixabay.

Editorial: The end of the Semester is Here

The Whit Staff December 8, 2021

Congratulations, we’ve made it. Our first somewhat normal semester since the pandemic is in the books. And if you’re like many of us at The Whit staff, the start of winter break could not come...

Thanksgiving is next Thursday, and in this editorial, The Whit Staff talks about food insecurity in New Jersey and on campus. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Editorial: Giving Back This Thanksgiving

The Whit Staff November 17, 2021

The season of thanks is finally here. What’s different about this Thanksgiving? Well, for many people, they’ll be able to celebrate with more of their loved ones this year than in 2020. Last Thanksgiving,...

This week, Elizabeth Jasek discusses her hope for this Thanksgiving and the upcoming holiday season, following widespread distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Jasek: COVID-19 is Not Invited to Thanksgiving Dinner

Elizabeth Jasek November 10, 2021

The table was set for seven. Although it typically held 15 place settings, only four of us were eating Thanksgiving dinner last year together. The food was still delicious and filling, but the holiday...

Fall ushers in the holiday season, and in 2020, that means virtual gatherings. Thanksgiving is no exception. - Multimedia Editor / Alexander Rossen

Happy Zooms-Giving! Starting off the Virtual Holiday Season

Arianna Adan November 18, 2020

Thanksgiving is around the corner, or as families call it this year, Zooms-giving! Then comes Zooms-mas! Let’s not get ahead of ourselves, though. That’s the direction we're most likely heading...

This week's Student Diary discusses finding yourself and fear of the unknown - Managing Editor / Tara Lonsdorf

Student Diary: How to Make the Most of the Holiday Season During a Pandemic

Helena Perray November 17, 2020

With the holidays approaching, most of us are thinking of celebrations from years past—ones that may have consisted of large gatherings with friends and family, and themed social events. Although the...

Every year, Glassboro Town Square has a Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Our editorial explores what this public display of Christmas cheer - along with others - means for those who choose not to celebrate the holiday. - File Photo / Jaryd Leady

Editorial: Christmas Isn’t for Everyone, and That Should be OK

The Whit Staff November 11, 2020

As soon as Halloween has ended, it seems that our culture’s need for constant seasonal celebration has ushered in a new beast: Christmas. Retail chains have begun not only selling Christmas-related...

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