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Shockey (right) and Twiford (left). - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Shockey: O-Whit-uary for Abigail Twiford

Sarah Shockey, Co-News Editor December 11, 2024

I am sad to report that Abigail Twiford has officially reached Unc status and now finds herself a Rowan University and Whit alumni. After this semester, she will graduate Rowan with a bachelor of arts...

"Maybe my heart didn't grow three sizes, but I found space for Christmas cheer before the Thanksgiving season finished." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Schweiger: Why I no longer reject Christmas before Thanksgiving

Gavin Schweiger, Photography Editor December 11, 2024

I celebrate Christmas, and I love it. But, Thanksgiving is definitely my favorite holiday (a take I understand is unpopular), but I always enjoyed the atmosphere of Christmas, especially in the weeks...

Kylie Elwell brings the ball up the field. Elwell is the president of The Hidden Opponent (THO). - Photo via Rowan Athletics

From Us to You: The similarities between the two mental health clubs

Rachel Sampson, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

The stigma surrounding mental health disclosures is something that usually divides us, but imagine over a hundred people submitting their mental health stories to an online platform in the hopes that it...

"When a college student 30 years from now hosts a themed party, what will people show up wearing?" - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Miller: Redefining what it means to be “on-trend”

Lily Miller, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

What is the defining look of an era? When I think of the 80s, I think about people teasing and hair spraying their hair into a crunchy oblivion. The puffy jackets, shoulder pads, acid-washed jeans, and...

"But amidst this joy, I’ve often wondered: why don’t all holidays get the time and appreciation they deserve?" - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Cohen: Where’s the holiday spirit?

Brendan Cohen, Graphics Editor December 11, 2024

As the holiday season gains momentum, it’s impossible not to notice the cheerful spirit spreading through our communities. The holidays have always been a time for connection, a season when people come...

"The quantity over quality mindset may not sound so bad until you see the effect it is having on us financially, as well as the environment." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Fogg: Quality over quantity for this holiday season

Gabriel Fogg, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

The holiday season is once again upon us, and with it comes holiday light shows, music being force-fed to you, and the hustle and bustle of scrambling to get satisfactory gifts for those you care about....

"However, though I know it sounds cliche, the thing I am most grateful for is the people I have made connections with in my time here." - Co-News Editor / Abigail Twiford

Twiford: Goodbye Rowan

Abigail Twiford, Co-News Editor December 11, 2024

I will be graduating and finalizing my degree at the end of this semester. As I look for a job, that involves a lot of cover letter writing and portfolio creation, I have been reflecting heavily on my...

"If there was one thing that listening to pop music has taught me, is that it’s okay to feel deeply and show emotion." - Photo via Mattie Mac Kay

Mac Kay: How pop music shaped me

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

If you’ve ever seen me on Rowan campus, you’ve probably seen me in a Tate McRae tee shirt, or a Sabrina Carpenter hoodie. If there is a pop girl, I probably have some type of merchandise for her.  While...

"If this experimental project turns out to be a success, there is a possibility that we can see initiatives like these springing up throughout the entirety of the East and Gulf coasts, not just being limited to the Jersey shore." - Staff Writer / Gabriel Fogg

Rowan professors help combat beach erosion with innovative solutions

Gabriel Fogg, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

As beach erosion and rising sea levels continue to be a problem for the shoreline, there is a need for more innovative solutions to this problem, and that is exactly what is taking place in a collaborative...

Rowan University's concert choir on stage. - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay

Rowan University Concert Choir holds fall concert

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

On Dec. 7, 2024, the Rowan University Concert Choir presented their fall semester concert, "Considering Matthew Shepard," composed by Craig Hella Johnson about 21-year-old gay man Matthew Sheppard, and...

Rowan students standing ovation for "Come Together." - Staff Writer / Lily Miller

Come Together: the fall 2024 dance cabaret

Lily Miller, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

From Dec. 5-8, the Rowan University Theatre and Dance Department presented Come Together, an original dance cabaret. This show was directed by Dr. Leslie Elkins, Dr. Christopher M. Roche, and Jessica Arnold...

"Seeing the joy and excitement on my kid’s faces as they open each gift, that I worked extremely hard for, is worth it all." - Photo via Aaliyah Collins

Collins: I’m the new Santa Claus

Aaliyah Collins, Contributor December 11, 2024

Christmas used to be my favorite day of the year because I could always look forward to “Santa Claus” gifting me with everything I wanted and more. During my childhood years, Santa gifted me toys....

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