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"When considering digital infrastructure, the host company needs to be taken into account just as much as the user interface, speed, and support." (Whit Staff)
Editorial: What the AWS outage can teach us
The SGA Senate holds a costume contest during their meeting. Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Arts and Entertainment Editor / Mattie Mac Kay)
SGA Senate hears student requests and concerns at Halloween-themed meeting
The Campbell Library renovations should be complete by Fall 2026. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Campbell Library renovations set to finish by Fall 2026 semester
The message that appeared for anyone who attempted to access Canvas during the outage. Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
Grubhub & Canvas outage impacts Rowan community
Protesters line Delsea drive in Glassboro to protest No Kings. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Sports Editor / Sarah Shockey)
No Kings protest in Glassboro gathers thousands of participants
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Glassboro Council responds to crime concerns
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Glassboro Council addresses stray cat concerns
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Glassboro Council thanks first responders for work during brush fires
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Glassboro Council celebrates retiring officers at latest meeting
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Downtown Glassboro redevelopment plans discussed at latest council meeting
A Rowan University Police Cruiser. (Photo via Nick Feldman)
Rowan student arrested in on-campus robbery
Confetti floats through the air shortly after the ribbon cutting of the new Saxbys cafe in the Student Center expansion. Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Mattie Mac Kay / Arts & Entertainment Editor)
Student Center holds grand opening for second Saxbys location on campus
A Glassboro police vehicle sits in Town Square. (Photo via Glassboro Police Department website)
Off-campus shooting under investigation
Glassboro fire officials work to put out the fire at the Glassboro High School. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, April 17, 2025. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Brush fire ignites near train tracks behind Glassboro High School
Breaking news graphic - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Glassboro PD responds to incident outside 7-Eleven
A Rowan University Police Cruiser. (Photo via Nick Feldman)
Rowan student arrested in on-campus robbery
The annual report is released every year by the university. (Julia Quennessen)
Rowan releases Clery Report for 2025-26 academic year
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Glassboro Council responds to crime concerns
A Glassboro police vehicle sits in Town Square. (Photo via Glassboro Police Department website)
Off-campus shooting under investigation
A Rowan University Police Cruiser. (Photo via Nick Feldman)
Rowan Boulevard overtaken by “flash mob”
The message that appeared for anyone who attempted to access Canvas during the outage. Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
Grubhub & Canvas outage impacts Rowan community
Protesters line Delsea drive in Glassboro to protest No Kings. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Sports Editor / Sarah Shockey)
No Kings protest in Glassboro gathers thousands of participants
A Rowan University Police Cruiser. (Photo via Nick Feldman)
Rowan student arrested in on-campus robbery
Students and community members fill the Rowan University Welcome Center to witness the first part of Ken Burns' latest documentary. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Photo via Dr. William Carrigan)
Ken Burns previews latest documentary at Rowan
Greens and Grains, located on Rowan Boulevard right next to Ry's Bagels. Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Julissa Sierra / Copy Editor)
Greens and Grains coming soon to Rowan Boulevard
Protesters line Delsea drive in Glassboro to protest No Kings. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Sports Editor / Sarah Shockey)
No Kings protest in Glassboro gathers thousands of participants
From left to right: Charles Stile, Brent Johnson, Aliya Schneider. Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
Reporter’s Roundtable: Breaking down the NJ governor’s race
From left to right: Dr. Benjamin Dworkin, Jeff Chiesa, George Helmy. Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
RIPPAC Speaker Series welcomes former U.S. senators Jeff Chiesa and George Helmy
Elle Ota, program officer for the Human Rights Foundation, delivers her introductory remarks. Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
Raqib Hameed Naik speaks at “Voices of Dissent” open forum
From left to right: Jack Markell and Dr. Benjamin Dworkin. Monday, Sept. 29, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
Former U.S. ambassador Jack Markell spends evening at Rowan for RIPPAC Speaker Series
A "We Love You Deana" sign projected on the screen of the scorer's table inside Esbjornson Gymnasium. Glassboro, N.J. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. (Sports Editor / Sarah Shockey)
Sights from Rowan women’s volleyball’s Halloween-themed tribute night
Rowan women's volleyball holds up heart hands to the camera for head coach Deana Jespersen to see. Glassboro, N.J. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. (Sports Photographer / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan women’s volleyball honors Deana Jespersen with Halloween-themed win
Rowan women's volleyball celebrates getting a point during a set. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan women’s volleyball has joy as their secret weapon
The seniors of Rowan women's soccer during their pregame ceremony. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. (Rowan Athletics)
Olivia Giordano’s hat trick leads Rowan women’s soccer to win on Senior Night
The loss to Salisbury for Rowan was their eighth straight. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan football loses to No. 4 Salisbury
Isaiah Mobley drives to the paint. Mobley finished with 13 points in the win. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats conclude the season with a hard fought win over 905
Marcus Bagley converts an and-one. Bagley finished with 16 points and 14 rebounds in the comeback win. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats erase 22-point deficit to knock off Skyhawks
Isaiah Mobley gets back on defense. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats get eliminated from postseason hunt after falling to Skyhawks
Jalen Hood-Schifino scans the court. The two-way player scored 18 points in his Blue Coats debut. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats snap three-game losing streak with thrilling victory over Mad Ants
Ricky Council IV drives to the hoop. The second-year player scored a career-high 40 points against the Swarm. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Council’s big game not enough for Blue Coats to overcome Swarm
Gavin Danze competes in a race. Danze picked up wins in the 500 and 1000 free. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s swimming picks up win over Montclair State
Ella Pennington competes in the back stroke. Pennington set a new Montclair State pool record on Friday with her time in the 100 Backstroke. (Rowan Athletics)
Romen’s women’s swimming continues hot start with NJAC win over Montclair State
Men's swim competes in their first meet against Stevens. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. (Contributor / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan men’s swimming kick off season with victory over Stevens
Kaitlyn Crouthamel competes in a race. Crouthamel placed first in three events against Stevens. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. (Contributor / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan women’s swimming defeats Stevens to open season
Members of the Rowan women’s swimming team hold up signs displaying the total amount of funds raised prior to their season-opening meet against the Stevens Institute of Technology. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. (Contributor / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan swimming raises nearly $12,000 during first ever Pink Out meet
Gavin Danze competes in a race. Danze picked up wins in the 500 and 1000 free. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s swimming picks up win over Montclair State
Men's swim competes in their first meet against Stevens. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. (Contributor / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan men’s swimming kick off season with victory over Stevens
Members of the Rowan women’s swimming team hold up signs displaying the total amount of funds raised prior to their season-opening meet against the Stevens Institute of Technology. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. (Contributor / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan swimming raises nearly $12,000 during first ever Pink Out meet
Rowan men's swimming practices at the Tony Lisa Natatorium. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. (Melanie Barahona)
Preview: Rowan men’s swimming returns on Saturday
Jack Watson competes in a race. Watson was named as a first-team All-American in the 100 backstroke and second team in the 800 free relay. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming shines at NCAA Division III Championships
The Profs celebrate their third-place finish at the Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Jason Agyemang shines for Rowan men’s indoor track and field in national championship
Jamir Brown looks back at his competition. Brown is the NJAC Rookie of the Year. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Hardware galore for Rowan men’s indoor track and field
The team celebrates their AARTFC title. It marks the sixth one in franchise history. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field claims sixth AARTFC title in seven years
Noah Wampole sprints towards the finish line. Wampole placed first in the high jump event at the FastTrack Last Chance Invite. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field sees athletes shine at FastTrack Last Chance Invite
The team celebrates their New Jersey Athletic Conference Championship win. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field continues decade-long dominance with NJAC title
Danny Fleming shoots a three-pointer. Fleming was the Profs' second-leading scorer against Stockton with 17 points. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball falls to Stockton in first round of NJAC playoffs
Rowan men's basketball celebrates Senior Day with their families. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball falls to Rutgers-Newark on Senior Day
Taz Cantey makes a move. The junior scored a team-high 17 points against TCNJ. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball suffers heartbreaking loss against TCNJ behind poor late-game execution
Khalif Meares brings the ball up the court. Meares recorded 24 points in the win. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Khalif Meares’ 24 points helps Rowan men’s basketball knock off Kean
Brycen Williams runs up the floor. The junior scored a team-high 17 points against NJCU. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball picks up key NJAC win against NJCU
Ella Pennington competes in the back stroke. Pennington set a new Montclair State pool record on Friday with her time in the 100 Backstroke. (Rowan Athletics)
Romen’s women’s swimming continues hot start with NJAC win over Montclair State
Kaitlyn Crouthamel competes in a race. Crouthamel placed first in three events against Stevens. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. (Contributor / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan women’s swimming defeats Stevens to open season
Members of the Rowan women’s swimming team hold up signs displaying the total amount of funds raised prior to their season-opening meet against the Stevens Institute of Technology. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. (Contributor / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan swimming raises nearly $12,000 during first ever Pink Out meet
Members of Rowan men's swimming celebrate with Ella Pennington following her third consecutive All-American honor. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Ella Pennington earns third consecutive All-American honor
Kaitlyn Crouthamel competes in a race. Crouthamel won the NJAC in the 1650 freestyle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming sees records fall during the NJAC Championships
Gabriella Pagano races to the finish line. The junior placed fourth in the 3000 meter race. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s track and field caps indoor season in Ithaca
Rowan women's indoor track and field celebrates their second-place finish at the NJAC Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics.
Rowan women’s indoor track and field places second at NJAC Championships
Kayla Julien runs in a race. The sophomore set a season-high in the 200 meter at the Valentine Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field competes in two events ahead of NJAC Championships
Shannon Stakelbeck races towards the finish line. The sophomore placed sixth in the 5000 meters at the Fasttrack Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field puts together strong showing in Fasttrack Invitational
Molly Lodge sprints towards the finish line. Lodge was a member of the 4x400 team that recorded a season-best time at the METS Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field places fifth at METS Championships
Haley Selmer brings the ball up the court. Selmer finished with 10 points and five rebounds. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball’s loss to Kean ends bid for NJAC title
Rowan's seniors get honored pregame. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball celebrates Senior Day with decisive victory over Rutgers-Newark
Shayla Johnson grabs the ball. Johnson recorded 14 points in the loss. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
TCNJ shoots their way past Rowan women’s basketball
The Profs celebrate Kate Herlihy reaching 1,000 career points. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Kate Herlihy makes history in the Profs’ victory over Kean
Haley Selmer puts a shot up. Selmer recorded 16 points in the losing effort. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball drops home NJAC game to NJCU
From left to right, McKenzie Melvin, Rylee Lutz, Maeve Lougheed, Payton MacNair, Breanna Bryant, and Liz McCaffery pose with the Super Regionals trophy. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, May 23, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
A final farewell: Honoring the seniors of Rowan softball’s historic Team 51
The Rowan baseball team huddles up for a team meeting. Eastlake, Ohio. Monday, June 2, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball’s College World Series run ends at hands of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Rowan softball's infield meets with Rylee Lutz on the mound. Bloomington, Ill. Saturday, May 31, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball’s historic season comes to a close against Randolph-Macon in Division III Championship
Austin Kreyenhagen (left) celebrates with Karson Harcourt (right). Eastlake, Ohio. Sunday, June 1, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Austin Kreyenhagen’s complete game changes Rowan baseball’s fate against Denison
Jason Morgan celebrates his two-RBI double in the top of the seventh inning. Morgan went 3-for-5 with five RBIs in the Profs victory over Trinity. Eastlake, Ohio. Sunday, June 1, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball gets back on track in College World Series with win over Trinity
The Rowan baseball team huddles up for a team meeting. Eastlake, Ohio. Monday, June 2, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball’s College World Series run ends at hands of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Austin Kreyenhagen (left) celebrates with Karson Harcourt (right). Eastlake, Ohio. Sunday, June 1, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Austin Kreyenhagen’s complete game changes Rowan baseball’s fate against Denison
Jason Morgan celebrates his two-RBI double in the top of the seventh inning. Morgan went 3-for-5 with five RBIs in the Profs victory over Trinity. Eastlake, Ohio. Sunday, June 1, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball gets back on track in College World Series with win over Trinity
Brayden Davis (right) celebrates after his home run with Eric Sabato (left). Eastlake, Ohio. Friday, May 30, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan suffers familiar fate to Denison in first game of College World Series
The Rowan baseball team storms the mound after clinching a berth to the NCAA Division III Baseball Championship with their game two win over Lynchburg. Lynchburg. Va. Saturday, May 24, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball is back in the College World Series, but can the Profs finally end their 46 year victory drought?
From left to right, McKenzie Melvin, Rylee Lutz, Maeve Lougheed, Payton MacNair, Breanna Bryant, and Liz McCaffery pose with the Super Regionals trophy. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, May 23, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
A final farewell: Honoring the seniors of Rowan softball’s historic Team 51
Rowan softball's infield meets with Rylee Lutz on the mound. Bloomington, Ill. Saturday, May 31, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball’s historic season comes to a close against Randolph-Macon in Division III Championship
Liz McCaffery's teammates celebrate at home plate after she hit her home run. Despite homering in back-to-back games, the Profs suffered their first loss of the NCAA Division III Softball Championship at the hands of Trine. Bloomington, Ill. Friday, May 30, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball suffers first loss of Softball Championship to Trine
Liz McCaffery rounds the bases after hitting a home run in her team's first round matchup with Texas Lutheran. McCaffery's home run marks the Profs first in 34 days. Bloomington, Ill. Thursday, May 29, 2025. - Photo via @ncaadiii on Instagram
Liz McCaffery goes yard as Rowan softball gets first win of Softball Championship tournament over Texas Lutheran
Pitcher BethAnne Doderer wears a shirt highlighting the program's third straight trip to the NCAA Division III Softball Championship during the team's pre-tournament practice at Illinois Wesleyan University. Bloomington, Ill. Wednesday, May 28, 2025. - Photo via @rowansoftball on Instagram
Will the third time be the charm for the Profs in this year’s NCAA Softball Championship?
Amelia Govern attempts to take a shot on goal. The Profs fell to Wesleyan (CT) in the third round of the NCAA tournament. Waterville, Maine. Saturday, May 17, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse’s historic season comes to a close against Wesleyan
Elaina Corson dodges a Western Connecticut defender. Corson scored a single-game program record 10 goals versus the Wolves. Glassboro, N.J. Sunday, May 11, 2025. - Photo via USA Lacrosse
Elaina Corson’s career day sends Rowan women’s lacrosse to Sweet 16
Rowan women's lacrosse huddles together on the field. The team has earned their first bid to the NCAA tournament since 2018. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse falls to TCNJ in NJAC Championship, earns bid to NCAA tournament
Yasmin Harris dodges a defender. Harris scored a hat trick versus Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse headed back to NJAC championship after win over Montclair State
Molly Green scoops up a ground ball. Green led the team with five goals in the win over Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse dominates Montclair State on Senior Day
Both the men's and women's outdoor track and field teams sent a combined 27 student-athletes to the NCAA Division III championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s and women’s outdoor track and field have standout showings at Division III Championship
The Rowan men's outdoor track and field team poses with their NJAC Champions banner. The program has now won 10 straight conference titles. Ewing, N.J. Sunday, May 4, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field captures tenth-straight NJAC title
From left to right, Rajahn Dixon, Julian Conigliaro, Elijah Hendricks, and Robert McKinney celebrate their 4x200 win at The Penn Relays. The foursome beat the Division III outdoor record in that event. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field sets DIII record at Penn Relays
Jamir Brown headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field displays top times during bustling weekend
Colin Paterson placed first in the 1500 meters at the Oscar Moore Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan outdoor men’s track and field fights through spotty weather conditions at the Oscar Moore Invitational
Both the men's and women's outdoor track and field teams sent a combined 27 student-athletes to the NCAA Division III championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s and women’s outdoor track and field have standout showings at Division III Championship
Nyla Jones competes in the hurdles. Jones set a new school record in the 400-meter hurdles during the NJAC championship weekend. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field finishes runner-up for NJAC title
Anna Sasse competes in a race. Sasse placed first in the 800 meters at the TCNJ Lions Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field has impressive showings before NJAC championship
Molly Lodge competes in a race. Lodge was apart of the 4x100 relay team that took home first place. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field shows improvements during busy weekend
Jasmine Broadway was the caboose of the 4x400 relay team that placed second at the Bucknell Bison Classic. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field continues to improve following its sixth and seventh meets of the season
A "We Love You Deana" sign projected on the screen of the scorer's table inside Esbjornson Gymnasium. Glassboro, N.J. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. (Sports Editor / Sarah Shockey)
Sights from Rowan women’s volleyball’s Halloween-themed tribute night
Rowan women's volleyball holds up heart hands to the camera for head coach Deana Jespersen to see. Glassboro, N.J. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. (Sports Photographer / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan women’s volleyball honors Deana Jespersen with Halloween-themed win
Rowan women's volleyball celebrates getting a point during a set. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan women’s volleyball has joy as their secret weapon
The seniors of Rowan women's soccer during their pregame ceremony. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. (Rowan Athletics)
Olivia Giordano’s hat trick leads Rowan women’s soccer to win on Senior Night
The loss to Salisbury for Rowan was their eighth straight. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan football loses to No. 4 Salisbury
The loss to Salisbury for Rowan was their eighth straight. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan football loses to No. 4 Salisbury
Mordecai Ford runs with the ball. Ford scored on a 94-yard touchdown run against William Paterson. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Sports Photographer / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan football dominates William Paterson during Homecoming game
Greg Casimir kicks the extra point. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
From Montclair State to Rowan: Greg Casimir’s kick comes full circle
The football team poses with the Breakfast Bowl trophy. Montclair, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. (Contributor / Kevin Alexander)
Rowan football crowned back-to-back Breakfast Bowl champions
Nate Maiers throws the football. Maiers had 310 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions against Christopher Newport. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan football falls in double overtime to No. 23 Christopher Newport
Matthew Conway crosses the finish line at the Border Battle. Logan Township, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Matthew Conway leads Rowan men’s cross country at Border Battle
Colin Patterson competes in a race. Patterson will race in the Border Battle on Saturday. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s cross country gears up for Border Battle
Matthew Conway competes in a race. Conway placed 44th at the Paul Short Run, the highest finish of any Rowan runner. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s cross country places 21st at Paul Short Run
Matthew Conway competes in a race. Conway placed 79th at the Paul Short Run last year. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s cross country ready to take on challenge at Lehigh
Colin Patterson competes in a race. Patterson finished sixth at the Osprey Open. (Rowan Athletics)
Colin Patterson leads Rowan men’s cross country to third place finish at Osprey Open
The seniors of the men's soccer team take a group picture with their families. The seniors were honored with a pregame ceremony prior to taking on Montclair State. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Men’s soccer draws No. 20-ranked Montclair on Senior Night
Evan Schlotterbeck dribbles the ball. Schlotterbeck scored the Profs only goal in the win over Stockton. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan men’s soccer hands Stockton their first conference loss
Luke McNamee dribbles the soccer ball. McNamee scored the lone goal for the Profs. Glassboro, N.J. Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. (Contributor / Chris Taylor)
Men’s soccer draws with Alvernia
Franck Onguene dribbles the ball. Onguene scored his first goal as a Prof against the Gothic Knights. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan men’s soccer returns to winning ways in win over NJCU
Davide Caputo dribbles the ball. Caputo scored the lone goal for the Profs. (Rowan Athletics)
No. 6 Rowan men’s soccer falls to Rutgers-Newark in first NJAC matchup of season
A "We Love You Deana" sign projected on the screen of the scorer's table inside Esbjornson Gymnasium. Glassboro, N.J. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. (Sports Editor / Sarah Shockey)
Sights from Rowan women’s volleyball’s Halloween-themed tribute night
Rowan women's volleyball holds up heart hands to the camera for head coach Deana Jespersen to see. Glassboro, N.J. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. (Sports Photographer / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan women’s volleyball honors Deana Jespersen with Halloween-themed win
Rowan women's volleyball celebrates getting a point during a set. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan women’s volleyball has joy as their secret weapon
The Profs celebrate scoring a point during a set. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan women’s volleyball defeats conference rival Rutgers-Camden
Rowan women's volleyball huddles up for a team meeting. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan women’s volleyball falls to Kean
Rowan women's cross country gets set to start their Border Battle race. Logan Township, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. (Sports Photographer / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan women’s cross country finishes third at Border Battle
Emily Zanni competes in a race. Zanni will race in the Border Battle this Saturday. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan women’s cross country ready to carry their success into regular season finale
Gabriella Pagano competes in a race. Pagano placed eighth at the Paul Short Run. (Rowan Athletics)
Gabriella Pagano leads Rowan women’s cross country to top 20 finish at Paul Short Run
Ally Wernik competes in a race. Wernik is back to running after suffering an injury last year. (Rowan Athletics)
Ally Wernik rebounds back from injury
Gabriella Pagano competes in a race. Pagano finished first at the Osprey Open. (Rowan Athletics)
Gabriella Pagano and women’s cross country finish first at Osprey Open
The seniors of Rowan women's soccer during their pregame ceremony. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. (Rowan Athletics)
Olivia Giordano’s hat trick leads Rowan women’s soccer to win on Senior Night
Angela Oliveto dribbles the soccer ball. Oliveto scored a goal against Kean. (Contributor / Chris Taylor)
Rowan women’s soccer picks up win against Kean
Olivia Giordano lifts up her sister to celebrate her goal against Rutgers-Camden. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Giordano sisters bring identical superstardom to women’s soccer
Cali Sloan dribbles the soccer ball. Sloan scored a goal on Saturday against William Paterson. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan women’s soccer beats William Paterson to continue dominant streak
The women's soccer team celebrates their win over Messiah. The No. 18-ranked Profs upset No. 1 Messiah. Glassboro, N.J. Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025. (@rowanwsoccer on Instagram)
Rowan women’s soccer upsets No. 1 team in country
Rowan D2 ice hockey celebrates a goal against Maryland. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. (Sports Photographer / Antonette Dietz)
Rowan D2 ice hockey splits pair of games with Maryland
Christian Tantillo, a 19-year-old advertising and graphic design major, works on his landing on the quarter pipe. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. (Kacie Scibilia / Staff Writer).
Free lessons bring new faces to Rowan Skateboarding Park
Matthew Carabasi takes the faceoff against Millersville’s Jack Wanshop. Sewell, N.J. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. (Contributor / Antonette Dietz)
Rowan men’s ice hockey gets back on track with win over Millersville
Colin Del Tufo, the captain of the Overwatch esports team. (Contributor / Ross Tucker)
Rowan esports ready for season ahead
Team celebrates with goalie Bobby Kennedy after their win over the University of Delaware. Sewell, N.J. Saturday, September 13, 2025. (Contributor / Antonette Dietz)
Bobby Kennedy shines as Rowan men’s ice hockey gets win over UDel
Mordecai Ford runs with the ball. Ford was named NJAC Offensive Rookie of the Week for his performance last weekend against Moravian. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Weisinger: Offensive firepower positions Profs for NJAC breakthrough
Nebraska vs. Michigan graphic. (Sports Editor / Sarah Shockey)
Adam: Michigan vs. Nebraska preview
"Since then, including a match four hours after the Babson loss, the Profs have lost one set. They are 5-0 to storm back from their first two losses. And, it’s been all on the road. How’s that for some season-long adversity?" (Rowan Athletics)
Brown: Women’s volleyball has stormed back with refocused mindset
"Now, just three games into the season, Rowan has beaten two nationally ranked programs, and nearly squeaked a win out of Johns Hopkins, ranked No. 3 in the country at the time. Obviously, it’s a game the Profs would’ve loved to scrap together a win on, but there were no crying eyes after the three-game start the squad has had." (Trevor Miceli)
Brown: Profs field hockey not taking any opponent for granted
Cali Sloan kicks the ball. Sloan is a defender for the Profs. (Trevor Miceli)
Brown: secret to Rowan women’s soccer early success is defense
Davian Garcia winds up. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Renegades get to Davian Garcia early, keep Blue Rocks offense at bay
Alex Clemmey delivers the pitch. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Alex Clemmey powers Blue Rocks to win over IronBirds
Cortland Lawson attempts to turn a double play. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Blue Rocks offense falters in loss to IronBirds
Caleb Lomavita leads off first. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Blue Rocks can’t complete comeback, falls to BlueClaws in extras
Sam Petersen hustles out of the batter's box. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Blue Rocks outlast Hudson Valley to win the series
"On her way to class at Rowan College of Burlington County, Lauwinda Cherilus’s car broke down, hurting her grades and social life. As unpleasant as this was, it inspired something important: Baron Rides." (Contributor / Lauwinda Cherilus)
Meet the Rowan graduate making a ride-share app just for students
"Some students spend hours hunting for promo codes online, while others discover a world of free perks through the app UNiDAYS and Student Beans." (Graphics Editor / Alexander Cruz)
Deals for Days: UNiDAYS and Student Beans perks
"The shutdown has led to a variety of opinions in both the political landscape and within the public, on college campuses to be more specific." (Graphics Editor / Alexander Cruz)
Rowan students reactions to the government shutdown
"We wanted to do something that's related to badminton and soaring with pride." (Copy Desk Chief / Shayne Crowley)
Rowan clubs build sculptures from food donations at CANstruction
Rowan Marching band performing at the homecoming tailgate. (Staff Writer / Lucien Santoro)
Rowan hosts Homecoming tailgate
Tamtama at the annual CEO Global Conference in Tampa, Florida. - Photo via @samantha.tamtama on Instagram.
An inside look at New Venture Expo winner Sammi’s Sandwiches
Students eating meals in the Marketplace from Grill Nation and Crust. Left to right, Dylan Kirwin, Medha Dabral, Ryan D'avanzo, Marco DiGialleonardo. Glassboro, NJ. Tuesday, April 8, 2025. - Contributor / Lila Dasi
More enrollment, more mouths to feed: Can Rowan dining keep up?
A breakfast at Angelo's Diner, located in Glassboro, New Jersey. - Contributor / Jordan Miller
Angelo’s Diner, A Perfect Spot for College Students
"With the new restaurant, many students have voiced their excitement for another food joint to be within walking distance from campus." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
From Baton Rouge to Glassboro: Raising Canes officially opens
The Student Center dining hall. - Staff Writer / Ryan Schaller
Limited-time meals, get it while it lasts
Emily Caniglia speaks to the crowd of students in King Auditorium. Glassboro, N.J. Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. (@rowansportscam on Instagram)
Pizza With the Pros brings alumni Emily Caniglia back to Rowan
Dave Zangaro (right) speaks to the crowd of students inside King Auditorium. Glassboro, N.J. Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. (@rowansportscam on Instagram)
Pizza with the Pros brings alumni Dave Zangaro back to campus
Todd Schmidt addresses the crowd of students at King Auditorium. Glassboro, N.J. Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. (@rowansportscam on Instagram)
Pizza With the Pros hosts NFL Films’ Todd Schmidt
Natasha Moody speaks to the crowd inside King Auditorium. Glassboro, N.J. Monday, Sept, 29, 2025. (@rowansportscam on Instagram)
Pizza with the Pros welcomes Natasha Moody
Tom McCarthy poses for a picture with the record-breaking crowd at Pizza with the Pros. (@rowansportscam on Instagram)
Pizza with the Pros returns with Tom McCarthy
Jordan Downes staff head shot. (Rowan Athletics)
Jordan Downes lifts Rowan athletes to new heights
Colleen Grugan (left) assists athletic trainer Samantha Santos (right) with using an ultrasound machine on an athlete's hamstring. (Rowan Blog)
Rowan alumna Colleen Grugan leads as head athletic trainer
Tweedie was dean of the CCCA for nine years. - Photo via Rowan University
The past, present, and future of Dean Sanford Tweedie
Professor David Bianculli poses for a photograph while a clip about Pete Seeger plays during his TV auteurs class. Glassboro, NJ. Tuesday, April 1, 2025. - Contributor / Kate Zaffarese
David Bianculli: TV’s biggest fan
"Not only has Masciangelo worked for the Philadelphia Flyers, but has worked for the Philadelphia Wings, a professional box lacrosse team." - Photo via Lindsey Masciangelo.
Lindsey Masciangelo teaches students about communications, and career success
“Compared to the other schools and how they’ve been upgrading them, we definitely have not gotten the same type of treatment." (Graphics Editor / Alexander Cruz)
Are students of the psychical arts feeling pushed to the back burner?
“I think it’s really important for us to learn rhythms outside of Western music … as musicians we tend to learn not as many rhythmic styles outside of classical Western stuff, especially as we are trained as classical musicians as well as educators." (Graphics Editor - Alexander Cruz)
NAfME hosts Latin dance workshop to teach rhythms and cultural Roots
"It was a good bonding experience, and a great way to represent ASA.” (Staff Writer / Lucien Santoro)
Alpha Psi Omega extends winning streak at annual homecoming Lip Sync Competition
Students at the Harvest Festival play carnival games for prizes. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. (Sarah Shockey)
Homecoming week festivities continue with RAH’s annual harvest festival
Her Campus members pose at meeting. (Photographer - Kaila Casco)
Her Campus makes her return to Rowan’s Social Media
"It was a good bonding experience, and a great way to represent ASA.” (Staff Writer / Lucien Santoro)
Alpha Psi Omega extends winning streak at annual homecoming Lip Sync Competition
Students at the Harvest Festival play carnival games for prizes. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, Oct. 17, 2025. (Sarah Shockey)
Homecoming week festivities continue with RAH’s annual harvest festival
"I had a great time competing and raising awareness for women’s issues" (Staff Writer / Lucien Santoro )
Rowan Crowns Performative Male and Masc Lesbian Champs
Students proudly show off their hand-painted creations during WOW's fabric painting event, where they turned old clothes into fresh designs. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Jaziya McDonald / Staff Writer)
Students repurpose items and find community at Women of Westby fabric painting event
LVNA lead singer Maddie Reddy performs on Hollybash Small Stage. - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay.
LVNA and other acts shine on Hollybash small stage
"The show has had a variety of bands featured in the episodes, a few of which are made up of Rowan students." (@mcintyr3.media)
Student-run RU Listening Brings live music to Rowan’s airwaves
Outcry at their latest show in Atlantic City (Lucien Santoro / Staff Writer)
Outcry rocks Anchor Rock in Atlantic City
Professor Timothy Schwarz plays his violin in concert at the Boyd Recital Hall. Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia)
Rowan music faculty member performs with Curtis Institute pianist
From left to right: Timothy Jacob Brown, Alexis Gardiner, Yumeko Stern, Christian Cordova, Nate Frison and Olivia Brice performing the Magic School Bus. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia)
Marie Rader Series brings Magic School Bus to Pfleeger
Loud And Clear performs at the first Rowan Alternative Music meeting of the semester. (Staff Photographer / Hayden Fugee)
RALT Riffs Rowan into a new year
“I think it’s really important for us to learn rhythms outside of Western music … as musicians we tend to learn not as many rhythmic styles outside of classical Western stuff, especially as we are trained as classical musicians as well as educators." (Graphics Editor - Alexander Cruz)
NAfME hosts Latin dance workshop to teach rhythms and cultural Roots
“You know, gear isn’t everything … you can do a lot with what you have,” said McIntyre. (Photo via Creatives 230)
Shooting dreams: how Chris McIntyre built his name in Rowan’s underground music scene
A clothing rack on display at the event. Glassboro, N.J. Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. (Hunter Finer)
Rowan skateboarding club turns outdoor courts into Depop pop up
“I do love the idea of having more screenings on campus where people can watch in a community," (Staff Writer / Shane Bagot)
RTF department launches screening series with Jaws 50th anniversary
"I wanted to be more involved with the things happening around campus, so I decided to come here and get to do something,” said Salerno. (Graphics Editor / Alexander Cruz)
Painting with citrus flavors: Robo hosts CD painting with orange juice
“I feel like this is a great opportunity to truly make a difference with the annual book we create." (Savannah Love Chadee / Productions Editor)
Gallery Publication holds first meeting, and outlines goals for year
Students proudly show off their hand-painted creations during WOW's fabric painting event, where they turned old clothes into fresh designs. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Jaziya McDonald / Staff Writer)
Students repurpose items and find community at Women of Westby fabric painting event
Members of the Fiber Arts Club at the fall 2025 org fair (Anna Willis)
Fiber Arts Bunch: Stitching a Community at Rowan
Students discuss the latest hip hop news at Hip Hop Culture Club’s first meeting of the semester in Wilson Hall. Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Jaziya McDonald / Staff Writer)
Rowan hip hop culture club finds community at first meeting of semester
Rangeela getting their groove on during their dance workshop at Discovery Hall. Monday, September 8, 2025. Glassboro, Nj. - Contributor / Jordan Harris
Rangeela brings Bollywood Fusion and community to Rowan’s campus
Members of the Fiber Arts Club at the fall 2025 org fair (Anna Willis)
Fiber Arts Bunch: Stitching a Community at Rowan
Artist vanessa german opens her talk with a song at the Rowan University Art Gallery. Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia)
Breathe Through the Diaphragm: Our Eyes Are in Our Lungs Graces the Rowan Art Gallery
"What truly inspires me would be the concepts of photography and just appreciating art from within."- Photo via Alyssa Curley
Business Hall Hosts Startup Gallery Opening
Buddha Tara, Protector Mahakala, and The Life of the Buddha on display at 301 High Street. Glassboro, NJ. Wednesday, April 16, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Hayden Fugee
Geology, impermanence, and Himalayan culture
Lavett Ballard explains the significance of her art during its exhibit at the Rowan Art Gallery. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, April 3, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller
RU’s Art Gallery and Museum holds artist talk with Lavett Ballard
"People aren’t persuaded by fear and discomfort; they lash out against it." (Alexander Cruz / Graphics Editor)
Vanhoof: Please stop trying to save me
"I wholeheartedly believe that students should start taking better advantage of that. It is a beautiful way to foster community and honor our school." (Jacqueline Suglia / Contributor)
Suglia: Answering the question: is homecoming overrated
A cartoon graphic depicting a news crew camera in the top left and a hobbyist camera in the bottom right. Two arrows are between the graphics indicating interchangeability. (Alexander Cruz / Graphics Editor)
Guzman: My future after RTF
"Going to Rutgers and growing to dislike the environment made me appreciate Rowan University on a whole different level than I think a lot of students here would say." (Alexander Cruz / Graphics Editor)
Onorato: An offbeat transfer experience
"I grew up hearing comments like 'Is that really your hair? It can’t be that, it looks like a wig.' 'Homie The Clown,' and the all-time classic, 'Frizzball.'" (Savannah Love Chadee / Productions Editor)
Chadee: Taming your mane
"It seems as if our society does not care about the media anymore--which is why a concerning amount of people are so misinformed and poorly educated on actual facts." - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: No one on the SGA fully understands the importance of true, high-quality journalism
"I fear The Whit will have to consider drastic measures, including ending the weekly papers that have run at the university for 85 years." - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: I’m devastated to hear that SGA slashed The Whit’s budget by 35%
"I am a former features editor for The Whit as well as a staff writer" - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: To The Whit and Student Government Association
"I am a former features editor for The Whit as well as a staff writer" - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: Writing to express my outrage at the news of The Whit’s operating budget
"At the end of the day, journalism devoid of humanity is worthless, and the statement put out by The Whit Staff was ignorant and disgusting." - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennesson
Letter to the Editor: From 9/11 to October 7: Growing up as a “terrorist”
“Send in your mail-in ballot, vote early, or vote in person at your designated polling location. Vote as if your life depends on it, because it does.” (Graphic via Canva)
Editorial: Local elections need your vote
A graduation cap and diploma set over background of greenery and brown eyed Susans. (Graphic via Canva)
Editorial: Staying committed to a college in transition
"Be active, be thorough, and be in the know." (The Whit Staff)
Editorial: The battle for truth and the current state of journalism
(The Whit Staff)
Editorial: Staying safe in the face of campus violence
"It is important that you block and report the post and so it will be taken off the social media platform. Find your support and know that you're not alone in viewing these negative posts." (Graphic made on Canva)
Lack of media censorship affecting student mental health: Enough is enough.
"The reviews on the back cover described it as “intellectually playful,” but besides a few meta-textual nods, like “Edwin St. John. Andrew,” a character named after the author, there’s nothing all that clever." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon
Navigating the seas of critique: A candid evaluation of “Sea of Tranquility”
"You could never keep stare long enough but needed to keep staring to find out why you couldn't," from the story Call Me By Your Name. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon
“Call Me by Your Name” by André Aciman: An exploration of obsessive infatuation
"I don’t think that anyone could ask for a better man, and I think many readers hate that book boyfriends aren’t actual people in real life. Thank you Colleen Hoover for giving us readers unrealistic expectations for men." - Art & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Colleen Hoover’s “It Starts With Us”: A heart-wrenching journey of love & healing
"A core theme of the book is something dubbed the “Personal Legend.” One of the first characters that Santiago meets is the biblical king of Jerusalem, Melchizedek, who tells him plainly that the point of his journey is to discover and fulfill his own Personal Legend. Santiago spends the rest of the book figuring out what that means." Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Journey of self-discovery: The profound wisdom of “The Alchemist”
"Peterson doesn't come across as optimistic. He doesn't sugarcoat the foundation of his viewpoint, which boils down to "life is full of suffering," and maintains that the individual must combat the obstacles that life places in front of them." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Jordan Peterson’s “12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos” provides counterintuitive tips for a fulfilling life
The Rowan’s American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) hosted an event on Monday April 22nd where students where students got the opportunity to use a flight simulator. – Multimedia Editor / Adam Reim
Rowan AIAA hosts flight simulation event
Rowan Centennial Special Edition
Rowan Centennial Special Edition
Whit Editor in Chief Victoria McGivern throws up piece signs in the Eynon Ballroom. - Staff Photographer / Josh Ayers
Flicks from CCCA 2023 Showcase & Recognition Day
Video art gallery: "SuperCellular" by Carolyn Healy & John Phillips
Video art gallery: “SuperCellular” by Carolyn Healy & John Phillips
Bristol to Burke: Rowan Women's Soccer Commander in Net
Bristol to Burke: Rowan Women’s Soccer Commander in Net
Whit Editor in Chief Victoria McGivern throws up piece signs in the Eynon Ballroom. - Staff Photographer / Josh Ayers
Flicks from CCCA 2023 Showcase & Recognition Day
Jessica Carroll prepares to race her cardboard boat across the water. - Staff Photographer / Adriana Zawojski.
PHOTOSTORY: Cardboard Boat Competition
Juniors smash pumpkins together to relieve stress for the semester ahead. - Photo / Adriana Zawojski
PHOTOSTORY: Pumpkin Smashing Supports Rowan Food Pantry, The SHOP
A young couple listens to the Juneteenth keynote speech, given by guest speaker Nurah Muhammad. Photo via staff photographer/Nathan Morris
Black and Brilliant Events Team Organizes Glassboro’s Second Annual Juneteenth Commemoration
Spring is in the air and flowers are once again in bloom! Photo via multimedia editor/Alex Rossen
Spring Has Sprung at Rowan University

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Rangeela getting their groove on during their dance workshop at Discovery Hall. Monday, September 8, 2025. Glassboro, Nj. - Contributor / Jordan Harris

Rangeela brings Bollywood Fusion and community to Rowan’s campus

Jaziya McDonald, Staff Writer • September 10, 2025

On Monday, Sept. 8, Rangeela, Rowan’s Bollywood fusion dance team, hosted an interest meeting and dance workshop in room 415 at Discovery Hall. The room was filled with students eager to learn more about...

Rangeela Dance Team on stage. - Photo via Rangeela Dance Team

Culture and community: Rowan’s Rangeela Dance Team

Julissa Sierra, Staff Writer • February 19, 2025

Founded in 2016, the Rowan University Rangeela Dance Team is a way for Indian culture to be brought to Rowan University and shared with others. Rangeela is a Bollywood fusion dance team that is a mix of...

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