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My high school graduation photos taken on my back deck, following a Zoom graduation. - Photo via Sylent Michaels

Michaels: Reflect on who college has helped you become

Sylent Lee Michaels January 24, 2024

Ah, the spring semester of 2024 is upon us. I am a senior in college, possibly taking my last semester in school. I say possibly because who knows if I’ll get my masters after this, but that’s to...

Whit staff members pose for a photo with Professor Nick DiUlio during a homecoming event. This is what I am thankful for. - Photo via Sylent Michaels

Michaels: Thankful for college

Sylent Lee Michaels November 15, 2023

Have you ever taken a moment to appreciate how lucky you are to have the opportunities to learn every day at your college, to often be taught by renowned professionals in your field of study?  Unlike...

Professors' mental health is just as important as their students and should be taken just as seriously. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Harmon: The importance of professor and faculty mental health

Al Harmon September 27, 2023

The mental health of professors and other faculty members is an important but sometimes disregarded part of higher education. The next generations' minds are being molded by these instructors, who form...

"We are the teachers, professional staff, librarians, and coaches of the university. Without us, there is no teaching or learning at Rowan" said Joseph Basso. - Photo / Rowan University Student Affairs Blog

Letter to the Editor: Rowan fails to explain the entirety of why tuition increased

Joseph Basso May 22, 2023

As the president of the local chapter of the American Federation of Teachers union at Rowan University, I was surprised, and disappointed, at a statement that appeared in the April 26 issue...

Michaels stands with her high school TV Production class taught by Richard Luttenberger. - Copy Editor / Sylent Lee Michaels

Michaels: Teachers impact our lives more than we know

Sylent Lee Michaels March 1, 2023

Teachers are some of the most important people on Earth. If not for teachers, then how would we gain knowledge on anything? It is imperative that we as students take moments to appreciate this.  The...

At this time, Rowan University offers no form of paid parental leave to its professors or staff. - Graphics Editor / Julia Qunnessen

Rowan University Lacks Paid Parental Leave for Professors and Staff

Abigail Twiford & Lila Dasi October 12, 2022

Rowan University does not provide any paid leave for professors who go on maternity leave. Instead, professors must rely on government benefits, state benefits, their accrued paid sick leave and donated...

Senior Elizabeth Jasek shares the farewell statements and advice for graduating seniors from various Rowan professors. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Jasek: It’s not Goodbye, it’s see you Later

Elizabeth Jasek April 26, 2022

This is my last article for The Whit, which could only mean that graduation is right around the corner. I have mixed emotions about it. I’m sad, happy, grateful, excited and nervous. I don’t think...

According to NJ.gov, “New Jersey teachers of color make up 16% of the state’s teacher workforce.” -Photo via Pixabay.com.

Promoting Teacher Diversity in New Jersey Classrooms

Victoria McGivern April 13, 2022

Rowan College of Education is partnering with the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) in order to promote teacher diversity in classrooms.   According to NJ.gov (the official website...

Arts & Entertainment Editor Luke Garcia shares his thoughts on the importance of reviewing professors. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Garcia: Hold Your Professors Accountable

Luke Garcia April 3, 2022

The internet uses its miraculous powers to make our lives easier in a multitude of ways. When it comes to school, the internet can be your best friend in desperate times of need. From Chegg, to Quizlet,...

Rowan staff gather outside Robinson Hall, on Monday April 11 to create awareness for lack of contracts.

Rowan professors rally around unfair contract disputes with New Jersey

Sarah Camp April 14, 2016

On Monday, the faculty and staff of Rowan University gathered around the Robinson clock tower to generate awareness of the mistreatment they have been receiving from the state government. Since July,...

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