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Free, unlimited mental health counseling comes to RU with Uwill

Madison Miller September 13, 2023

Mental health is one of the most important things to a college student, as it has the potential to affect grades, relationships, and one’s emotional well-being. This past July, Rowan along with 44 New...

The Nutrition Care Club e-board and Rowan Gourmet Dining at the Project Persevere event. - Staff Writer / Maryela Gallardo

Project Persevere provides mental health awareness as finals approach

Maryela Gallardo April 12, 2023

With finals season ready to commence in just a few weeks, students’ mental health has become the main focus on campus. In order to create a more accessible environment for students who want to better...

Students walk through the REC Center on campus. - Photo via Rowan University

Ayers: Students need to take advantage of Rowan’s free fitness opportunities

Joshua Ayers March 29, 2023

As a college student there are days when I feel overwhelmed by all the things life has in store for me, and I am sure any other student can relate. From deadlines for class work to worrying about future...

Rowan Music Group held an album release party for Mir Fontane's "Clowns Don't Cry." - Arts & Entertainment Intern / Al Harmon

Rowan Music Group hosts Mir Fontane’s album release party for “Clowns Don’t Cry”

Al Harmon March 29, 2023

At the Landmark Americana on Wednesday, March 22, the Rowan Music Group presented an album release concert for Mir Fontane. DJ ALOS, Woods the Mighty, Yung H, Wiseboy Jeremy, and Royal-T all gave special...

Currently, only dogs are part of the pet therapy program, but including different animals allows for students with allergies to participate. - Graphic / Julia Quennessen

EDITORIAL: Rowan Pet Therapy needs more pet options for students

The Whit Staff February 1, 2023

Just less than five years ago, Rowan University introduced its Shrieber Family Pet Therapy Program, an outlet that provides Animal-Assisted Therapy for students or anyone affiliated with the school. The...

The suicide hotline is 988. Graphic / Chelsea Valcourt

Rowan University faces fifth student suicide in four years

Abigail Twiford January 26, 2023

On Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, Brian O. Blazek, a Rowan University student and computer science major, passed away unexpectedly during winter break due to suicide. This marks the fifth suicide in four years...

This is the fifth suicide the Rowan community has faced in four years. - Photo / Amanda Palma

EDITORIAL: A student died — and Rowan said nothing

The Whit Staff January 26, 2023

According to the University of Connecticut, nearly 1,100 suicides will occur on college campuses across the United States in a given year. Unfortunately, Rowan University is not exempt from this staggering...

Michaels discusses effective habits for the new year. - Copy Editor / Sylent Lee Michaels

Michaels: The effective habits of a stressed college student

Sylent Lee Michaels January 25, 2023

With a new semester comes new classes, new plans and new experiences. Therefore, I think it is time to talk about organizational skills and little tips to help you through the semester and life in general.  I...

Meenar helping to plan better community development with other programs using a variety of different techniques. - Photo via Rowan University

Professor Meenar explains Rowan’s Community Planning & Visualization Lab, winning statewide award

Drew Peltzman January 25, 2023

Mahbubur Meenar, Ph. D, of Rowan’s Community Planning and Visualization Lab shed light on winning New Jersey’s Outstanding Community Engagement and Education Award for their work in stormwater management...

An increasing number of people have identified as nonbinary in recent years and the LGBTQ community has become more recognized as a result. - Photo / Pixabay.com.

Rowan PRISM, Active Minds host dual meeting for mental health in the LGBTQ+ community

Jennifer McGraw November 30, 2022

Rowan University clubs PRISM and Active Minds held a dual meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 22, to talk about LGBTQ+ mental health advocacy.  The collaboration came after the devastating mass shooting...

Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Feedback: Why you should play an instrument

Amber Bertino November 9, 2022

For my 21st birthday a few days ago I received a banjo. I had never played this instrument before, but I was enamored with its snappy tones and wanted to give it a go. As I held the hefty wood and...

The Healthy Campus Initiatives is a part of Rowan's Wellness Center. - File Photo / Amanda Palma

Healthy Campus Initiatives helps Rowan students manage their personal well-being

Connor Brown November 2, 2022

As Rowan University students grapple with their mental health, the university's Healthy Campus Initiatives (HCI) is designed to give students the tools and support necessary to maximize their college...

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