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"There seems to be a large misconception of what grades are in college and at Rowan." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Fugee: Why I Could Give a F(ailing grade) about Traditional Grading

Hayden Fugee, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

I cannot begin to note how many times I’ve done an assignment for college and spent time and research for it, only to receive little to no credit.  We grow up being told that grades will dictate...

"As a full-time college student with a busy class schedule, I find it challenging to give myself time off." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Schaller: Enjoy time off when you get it

Ryan Schaller, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

For current college students, you are always working at the highest level. From doing school work to working part-time, or even being involved in a club, having an opportunity to rest is something that...

"The ending to my undergraduate career is bittersweet, but I am looking forward to what is ahead for me." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Gil: Adulting is scary, but also exciting

Erik Gil, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

As I prepare for the reality of leaving undergrad, there are so many things running through my mind, such as not knowing what lies beyond me leaving Rowan. During my college career, I have developed many...

"The holidays are a time of togetherness and community, but can also simultaneously be a time of overconsumption and big spending." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Editorial: Giving back doesn’t need to be a privilege

The Whit Staff December 4, 2024

The holiday season is officially here, and as students prepare for gift exchanges with friends and family, it’s also important to remember to give back to the community as well. The holidays are a time...

"I had a delightful Thanksgiving weekend, but I wasn’t expecting to." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Miller: Finding thankfulness in a season of giving

Lily Miller, Staff Writer December 4, 2024

I write opinion articles for a newspaper. You will be hard-pressed to find someone who complains as much as I do, considering I spend my time thinking about stuff that irritates me enough to write about...

"I make a conscious effort to recycle, cook, and eat more sustainably, but then it becomes too much." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Schweiger: Simplifying sustainability so you don’t have to

Gavin Schweiger, Photo Editor December 4, 2024

It is kind of difficult to be sustainable, especially as a student.  The amount of times I see people who homestead, or have magnificent systems to bring awareness to the environment and how we can...

"London has pushed me more than ever to enjoy being by myself." - Copy Editor / Rianna Moses

Moses: A love letter to London

Rianna Moses, Copy Editor December 4, 2024

So here I am, starting to pack an entire life I have built for the past four months, thinking about how insane this study abroad semester has been for me. I never knew getting attached to a place was a...

"Throughout these last few weeks, I have noticed how beyond grateful I am for my family and I want to celebrate that everyday." - Productions Editor / Katie Thorn

Thorn: Give thanks everyday, not just Thanksgiving

Katie Thorn, Productions Editor December 4, 2024

We gathered around the table. We stuffed our faces. We shared laughs and reflected on stories. Like millions of families across the globe, my family came together on Nov. 28 to celebrate Thanksgiving....

"To stay up to date with fire restrictions, head to the New Jersey Fire Service website." - Photo via ABC7

Miller: Staying resourceful in the midst of forest fires

Lily Miller, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

If the recent wildfires have taught me anything, it’s that people are stupid everywhere. No, seriously. Nearly a month ago, on Oct. 21, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service implemented statewide stage...

"There are no more snatching items from people since online shopping has become a hit." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Sierra: Holiday sales bring blessings and burdens

Julissa Sierra, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

As we all know it’s almost that time of year again. Where everyone is rushing to go shopping for gifts on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. However, these holidays have changed so much throughout the decades,...

"And while I wanted to lead with love and not become overwhelmed with his hate, I just couldn’t." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Mac Kay: Finding a middle ground is a lot harder than it looks

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer November 20, 2024

I woke up on Nov. 6, to the news that Donald Trump would be coming back into office. I was less than thrilled, to say the least, because a man who seems hellbent on taking away people's basic rights, had...

"It was the realization that I have reached the moment I wanted to get to by myself, independently." - Photo via Rianna Moses

Moses: Twenty-one & moved on

Rianna Moses, Copy Editor November 20, 2024

Growing up, being the youngest in both my family and most of my friend groups, I struggled to get a grip of my own and do things just for myself because I was always surrounded by people who wanted to...

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