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“I just feel like we’re young, and we have so much time to live and do fun things and it really sums it up in the best way,” said Venverloh. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Songs that define Rowan student’s college experience

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

There’s something about college that feels like living in a movie. The late-night study sessions, spontaneous road trips, and bittersweet goodbyes on Thanksgiving or holiday breaks really heighten the...

“I love it, we need more Christmas music,” said Samolewicz. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Christmas music: Rowan students are ready

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

The Christmas season is in full swing. Trees are up, festive lights have covered cars all down Rowan Boulevard, and students are now bundling up in red, green, and puffer jackets galore, and the most important...

“Culturally, the U.S. is so different from Brazil. In Brazil, we greet each other with hugs and kisses, even if we don’t know each other." - Photo via Giovanna Day

Celebrating Art, Culture and Resilience: Giovanna Day

Gabriel Fogg, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

By her own admission, Giovanna Day has always had a unique desire for exploration, no matter the topic. Her tendency to continuously embrace new beginnings, and challenge the traditional has always caused...

“50 percent off is a lot, If the store owner came up to me and asked me to lick the store floor for 50 percent off, I would,” said Jimenez. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Black Friday: what would Rowan students do for 50 percent off?

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

Black Friday is right around the corner, and while maybe you’re not going to your local mall to get the best deals, everyone loves a deal. Some people line up outside of stores, while others just surf...

Sudden spike in parking violations causes frustration amongst commuter students

Beth Cimaglia April 24, 2024

On Monday, April 8, many students who use the commuter parking lots returned to their vehicles to see parking tickets. This sudden surge in ticketing shocked students, many of whom had to appeal their...

"The damage is done and suddenly you are stuck in a relationship that is depleting your mental health, but you don’t want to leave."- Graphics Editor / Julia Quennesson

Michaels: Don’t let toxic relationships drag you down

Sylent Lee Michaels November 8, 2023

I have wanted to write about this forever, it is an important topic that is not discussed enough. A painful fact that can occur often and easily within relationships between partners and lovers. To be...

The 93-year-old vacant Intermediate School is now going to be remodeled for Rowan's new office space which is located 2.1 miles from The Chamberlain Student Center. - Copy Editor / Bryant Lopez

Rowan buys old Glassboro Intermediate School for office space

Bryant Lopez September 13, 2023

Glassboro School District sold the Glassboro Intermediate School to Rowan University for $3.4 million at the beginning of last year. The sale was approved by the New Jersey Department of Education in...

"2021 to 2023, Rowan University’s tuition has increased by 4%." - Previous Photo Editor/Amanda Palma

Editorial: Tuition has risen, what does that mean for Rowan students?

The Whit Staff April 26, 2023

Rowan's tuition has increased once again. What does that mean for the students who are paying for it? Looking at tuition and fees alone, from 2021 to 2023, Rowan University’s tuition has increased...

President Ali Houshmand contract has been extended as president of the university till at least June 30, 2029.  - Photo via Rowan University

Board Tuition Hearing glosses over tuition increases and announces President Houshmand’s contract extension

Connor Brown April 26, 2023

At the end of the spring semester Board of Trustees meeting, members briefly touched on the upcoming tuition cost increase, while also announcing a contract extension for President Ali Houshmand and the...

THC Go Co-Founders Jonathan Tecum-Chavez (left) and Kevin Asare (right) presenting their business at the NJ Cannabis Insider Business Conference. - Photo via @__Koriography on Instagram

Rowan students dive into cannabis delivery industry with “THC Go”

Nigel Pala April 19, 2023

It's been a year since cannabis was legalized for recreational use in New Jersey, and entrepreneurs statewide are intent on capitalizing on the new industry. Among the sharks in the newly built tank are...

Rowan University has limited college graduation tickets from eight to four. - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Chelsea Valcourt

EDITORIAL: $150K for four graduation tickets

The Whit Staff February 15, 2023

Roughly 40 classes, 900 hours and an estimated $147,312 to $152,676 have all led to this very moment. It’s the moment many of us have dreamed of since we were high school seniors, perhaps even younger....

Students and others can donate to The SHOP, whether that be in the form of money or food and supplies. -Photo via sites.rowan.edu/theshop/

How Rowan University helps Students in Financial Crises

Mya Calderon April 19, 2022

“I am very likely to end the semester having to drop out of college, lose my university housing, and be homeless with no real ability to [pull] myself out from [my current situation],” Simon Thurston...

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