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One of the clubs featured at the Culture Fest in Glassboro, NJ. Wednesday, September 4, 2024. - Contributor / Reese Garcia

Culture Fest serves as a university melting pot on Memorial Circle

Chris Calo, Contributor September 11, 2024

Students, clubs, food trucks, and more took over Memorial Circle outside of Bozorth Hall on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at the Office of Social Justice, Inclusion, and Conflict Resolution’s Culture Fest. At this...

Flying First official logo. - Photo via Rowan University's website.

Flying First helps first-generation students take flight

Aiden Seratore November 15, 2023

Here at Rowan University, there is always an ever-growing sense of inclusion for all people. Some students are the first in their families to attend college, which could potentially limit the possibilities...

SGA members host a conversation to discuss diversity, equity and inclusion issues on Rowan's campus. - Intern / Maryela Gallardo

BIPOC organizations come together to discuss DEI-related topics at SGA “Day of Conversation”

Maryela Gallardo November 8, 2023

The Student Government Association (SGA) of Rowan University hosted the Second Annual “Day of Conversation” where students expressed their thoughts on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) issues...

September is National Service Dog awareness month. - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman

Gainer: Promoting service dog awareness at Rowan University

Allison Gainer September 13, 2023

Service dogs play an essential role in the lives of disabled students at Rowan University, assisting them with various tasks such as navigating campus grounds and managing medical conditions. It is imperative...

"Come for the food, Stay for the vibes!" - Photo via @rowansjicr on Instagram

Office of SJICR and MOCA collaborate for “Soul Food Sunday” event

Al Harmon March 1, 2023

On the evening of Feb. 26, the Chamberlain Student Center was filled with the delicious aroma of soul food as students from all backgrounds came together to celebrate African-American culture through...

Rowan's Center for Art and Social Engagement is home to various artworks that make up "The Sister Chapel." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Chelsea Valcourt

Rowan’s Center for Art and Social Engagement Seeks to Educate and Inspire

Tatiana Retamar October 5, 2022

The Center for Art and Social Engagement (CASE) is a new satellite component of the Rowan University Art Gallery, located on the ground floor of Westby Hall. In a recent interview, Mary Salvante, gallery...

Rowan University's Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosted "COVID-19, Africa and the Diaspora." - Graphics Editor / Jana Jackstis

The University of the Future According to the Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Corey Rothauser March 3, 2021

This article is part of a multiple-part series detailing The University of the Future Roadmap released by Rowan University. The University of the Future Roadmap contains several recommendations the...

SGA AVP of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (top row, second from left) called a meeting to discuss possible actions that Rowan University could take to accommodate and include its Jewish community. - Managing Editor / Tara Lonsdorf

SGA Representatives Meet With Jewish Campus Leaders to Discuss Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Tara Lonsdorf September 23, 2020

On Monday, Sept. 23, Student Government Association's Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Ayala Gideon held a virtual meeting with campus Jewish leaders to discuss...

SGA President Arielle Gedeon delegates votes with SGA Senate. - Former News Editor / Alexander Heller

Letter to the Editor: SGA Response to “Does Our University Truly Respect Jewish Profs?”

Letter to the Editor September 23, 2020

Editor's Note: This Letter to the Editor was originally sent on Sept. 11, 2020. However, it was not received by Whit staff until Sept 21, 2020. Despite the lapse in timeliness, the Student Government...

Rowan After Hours hosted a Black History Month celebration in partnership with African Student Association in 2019. This event highlighted black culture through song and dance, such as this performance by Tajeva. - Features Editor / Kalie VanDewater

Rowan’s issue with diversity and inclusion

Dyone Payne January 26, 2020

The Black Student Union held their first State of Black Rowan forum during the fall semester to talk about issues that have arisen between the divide of Rowan culture and Black Rowan culture. The topics...

-ProfTalk image courtesy of Mahoney Media

ProfTalk on the ‘Impact of Inclusion’

Nah'Ja Washington October 24, 2018

In celebration of access and inclusion week, in conjunction with leadership Rowan and the Academic Success Center, a ProfTalk was held to bring awareness to the importance of inclusion. During the event,...

RU-MAN meets to discuss patriarchy and sexual violence

Joseph Gramigna March 26, 2017

Rowan University Men’s Action Network (RU-MAN) met this past week to discuss the patriarchy and physical and sexual violence toward women in anticipation of the upcoming Sexual Violence Prevention Week. The...

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