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"Jones has been trying to bring back the ‘90s and 2000s R&B music scene with help from artists who came before her." - Photo via Gianna Jones.

Gianna Jones: The rising star with a passion for ’90s R&B

Dylan Francis November 8, 2023

Gianna Jones is a 21-year-old singer-songwriter from Philadelphia. Ever since she was a child she has wanted to sing. In high school, Jones began to pursue theater thinking that is what she wanted to...

Students fill the seat of the Pfleeger Concert hall to watch the Rowan's marching band put on by students. — Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey

Music Shadow Day: High school students get a glimpse of life as a college music major at Rowan

Sarah Shockey November 8, 2023

On Monday, Nov. 6, high school students from across the region gathered in Wilson Hall for the first-ever Music Shadow Day. Hosted by the College of Performing Arts, students interested in pursuing a...

A night filled with spooky sounds and creative scary costumes at The Fun House for their Halloween concert. — Contributor / Jenna Ascolese

Spooky sounds & creative costumes: A Halloween night to remember at The Fun House

Jenna Ascolese November 1, 2023

The Fun House venue in Glassboro held a concert last Thursday. The appreciation for Halloween was more than evident in this room as music lovers showed up with their unique costumes ranging from Wizard...

After almost two decades, Panic! At the Disco's "A Fever You Can't Sweat Out" is still a gem. — Arts & Entertainment / Al Harmon

Panic! At the Disco’s “A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out”: 18 years of defying genre

Aiden Seratore October 27, 2023

https://open.spotify.com/album/2YeOhhJg3OWpN0F1VYPxtW?si=Feneavt6QpqjvsONkcLiIw Panic! At the Disco released “A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out” almost two decades ago on Sept. 27th, 2005. Their...

The Whit Staff believes that Rowan needs to host a Halloween parade. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennesson

Editorial: Rowan needs to host a Halloween parade

The Whit Staff October 25, 2023

In elementary school, Halloween was exciting. Every Halloween, we packed our costumes into our backpacks, or maybe you wore yours to school, happily awaiting the annual parade. We were given the chance...

Spud Mack's new single "Pressure" released recently this year and is now available on all platforms now. - Photo via Spud Mack

The minds of Spud Mack: A behind-the-scenes glimpse

Ava Schubert October 25, 2023

Rowan University’s music scene is filled with countless stories of success, creativity, and innovation that are easily shown through local bands in the surrounding Glassboro area. In the heart of our...

Holly-ween was a night filled dancing, fun costumes and scares. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Holly-ween: A night of music, costumes, and scares at Rowan

Shane Bagot October 25, 2023

On Oct. 19, students in the Touring and Concert Promotion class organized “Holly-ween,” which took place at Prof’s Place inside the Student Center. It was a night filled with music, costumes, food,...

Tenors and Basses practice during one of their multiple rehearsals in Pfleeger Concert Hall. — Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey

Rowan Music Department hosts annual Tenor/Bass Festival

Sarah Shockey October 25, 2023

On Oct. 18, 650 high school students gathered in Pfleeger Concert Hall for the annual Tenor & Bass Festival. An event that first kicked off at Rowan in 2008 welcomes tenors and basses from across...

Shane Bagot reviews Drake's new album "For All The Dogs". Spoiler: he's not a fan. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Drake’s “For All The Dogs”: A return to old Drake or more of the same?

Shane Bagot October 18, 2023

https://open.spotify.com/album/4czdORdCWP9umpbhFXK2fW?si=-HPkAB2KQsaWzaUW6HLpww On Oct. 6, Drake released his highly anticipated album "For All The Dogs." This is his eighth studio album coming after...

Taylor Swift brought "The Eras Tour" concert film to theaters on Friday, Oct. 13. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

From stage to screen, Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour creates feelings fans remember “All Too Well”

Sarah Shockey October 18, 2023

In the midst of the Taylor Swift renaissance, the pop artist has brought her record-breaking tour to movie theaters, a technical marvel that takes viewers on a spectacular journey through Swift’s nearly...

Artistic Director Aubree Marchione dances with gymnast Rik Daniels as an instructor for the ballroom dancing class. — Staff Writer / Joshua Ayers

Breaking barriers on the dance floor: American-style wheelchair ballroom dancing at Rowan University

Joshua Ayers October 18, 2023

The American DanceWheels Foundation showcases to the Rowan Community the art of American-Style Wheelchair Ballroom Dancing. On Oct. 17, in Rowan’s new dance studio located in Wilson Hall, The American...

Capturing the joy of dance on the concert floor - a moment of pure art. — Staff Writer / Braijon Williames

Rowan dances the night away at Pfleeger Concert Hall

Braijon Williams October 11, 2023

Rhythm and music stole the show at Pfleeger Concert Hall on Saturday night. Six dance schools— locally owned by Rowan alumni— and a special performing group took the stage for its second annual Rowan...

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