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Rowan University’s Virtual International Holocaust Remembrance Day Ceremonial Event

Helena Perray • February 3, 2021

Rowan University held a virtual event on Jan. 27 in remembrance of the Holocaust events and those who lost their lives. All who were in virtual attendance were able to hold prayers, as well as have the...

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...

Secular Jewish group Hillel breaks challah over Shabbat dinner

Nicole Mingo • February 15, 2017

In an inconspicuous room above the student center pit, a group of about 15 students sang in unison. As a plate of challah, braided ceremonial bread, was passed around, the Motzi blessing was recited and...

Rowan observes International Holocaust Remembrance Day with candlelit walk

Brianna Donahue • January 26, 2017

A windy evening didn't prevent members of the Rowan University community from keeping candles burning in remembrance of the victims of the Holocaust. On Thursday night, Rowan students, faculty and...