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A student throws an axe at the Homecoming Kickoff. - Staff Photographer / Grady Stefankiewicz

Homecoming Kickoff starts the week of celebrations for the Rowan community

Paige Britt, Features Editor October 30, 2024

The hard thud of axes hitting targets, smells of mac and cheese and pulled pork, and students' laughter filled the brisk late October air in Robinson Circle for an afternoon of celebration at Rowan University’s...

Whoo RU and Dr. Benjamin Dworkin reads The Whit's Centennial Edition. - Managing Editor / Abigail Twiford

HOCO 2023: Tailgate rain or shine

Abigail Twiford October 18, 2023

Though the ground and air were wet and a light drizzle still fell around campus, Parking Lot O was full of excitement and noise.  Rowan University held the 2023 Homecoming Tailgate on Saturday,...

 “The Whit Staff believes by having more themed dances, students will have more opportunities to socialize, exercise, and have fun.” – Photo via Rowan website

Editorial: Let’s dance!

The Whit Staff October 18, 2023

Live music, flamboyant outfits, and great food are all elements that make a great dance. After weeks of schoolwork, students are ready to decompress—either with a good show, book, or even a themed dance. Middle...

University staff Ashley Davis and Karen Teller help check students in and facilitate sweatshirt raffle. - Co-News Editor / Madison Miller

Kicking off the centennial homecoming week

Madison Miller October 11, 2023

Rowan kicked off its Centennial Homecoming, “Celebrating a Century”, this Monday, with the Homecoming Kickoff at Robinson Green. Students, faculty, and staff were able to enjoy food outside in the...

"Marked by celebrations, a carnival, a 40-page special edition of the newspaper, lecture talks, and more, Rowan celebrates its centennial in grand style." - Editor-In-Chief / Victoria McGivern

Editorial: Celebrating Rowan’s Centennial

The Whit Staff September 20, 2023

This year is like no other at Rowan University. Marked by celebrations, a carnival, a 40-page special edition of the newspaper, lecture talks, and more. Rowan celebrates their centennial in grand style....

James Fara runs the ball. Fara led the team in rushing against Kean. Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Rowan Football Takes Down Kean in Homecoming Matchup

Nick Rizzo October 26, 2022

Rowan football knocked off their third straight New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) opponent on Saturday, Oct. 22, defeating Kean University 17-10 to improve their record to 5-2 on the season. In...

Rowan University Hosts Annual Homecoming Lip-sync

Rowan University Hosts Annual Homecoming Lip-sync

Paloma Affinito October 26, 2022

Rowan University held its Annual Homecoming Lip-sync Battle on Oct. 20 in Pfleeger Hall at 9:15 p.m.  This year's host was 2018 Rowan University Alumni, Steven McGown. Seven judges critiqued performances...

Richard and Stacy William are awarded the Outstanding Alumni Award. Contributor / Melanie Burney

HOCO: RUBAN Hosts First Fellowship Breakfast After 3-Year Hiatus

Nigel Pala October 26, 2022

After a three-year hiatus, Rowan University’s Black Alumni Network (RUBAN) hosted their commemorative Paul A. Hilton '83 Fellowship Breakfast at the Eynon Ballroom in the Chamberlain Student Center...

RAH hosted a Homecoming Harvest Festival on Oct. 20 - Staff Writer / Abigail Twiford

Rowan Celebrates Homecoming With Harvest Festival

Abigail Twiford October 26, 2022

On Friday, Oct. 21, as part of Rowan University’s homecoming festivities, Rowan held the "Once Upon a Prof: Harvest Festival 2022" in front of the Hollybush Mansion. Put on by Rowan After Hours (RAH),...

Bingo Prizes sit on the table at the front of the Student Center Pit. - News Editor / Gianna Malgieri

HOCO: RAH Hosts 1K #RowanPROUD Bingo

Gianna Malgieri October 26, 2022

To wrap up 2022 Homecoming, Rowan University held its annual 1K bingo on Saturday, Oct. 12. Rowan After Hours (RAH) hostedRAH, $1,000 #RowanPROUD Bingo in the pit of the Chamberlain Student Center from...

Men’s Ultimate Frisbee tosses water into the Club Swimming boat, while the swimming team shields it away. - Staff Writer / Madison Miller

Battleship Competition Brings Battle Royale to Homecoming Week

Madison Miller October 26, 2022

Last Wednesday, Oct. 19, Rowan student clubs and organizations all came together to compete in the school’s annual Homecoming Battleship event. Battleship is a unique competition, where four students...

A band preforms their live set during the Rowan tailgate. - Staff Writer / Kariyah Bennett

Homecoming Tailgate Charms Students With Endless Activities

Kariyah Bennett October 26, 2022

Students showed off their Prof spirit this weekend at Rowan tailgate. On Saturday, Oct. 22, current Rowan students, families, friends and alumni joined the festivities supporting the Rowan football team...

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