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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

Hayden fugee, Copy Editor September 10, 2025

As a new record spins on a fresh school year, so does another year for live music and performances at Rowan. On Thursday, Sept. 4, Rowan Alternative Music Club (RALT) hosted its very first club meeting...

"Noise in a shared space can be disruptive in ways you might not expect. Slamming doors, for instance, can make others think you’re in a bad mood or worse, wake up a roommate who’s asleep." (Graphics Editor / Alexander Cruz)

Bautista: Roommate etiquette is not optional

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer September 10, 2025

Living in a dorm can feel like stepping into a pressure cooker; one wrong move with your roommate and chaos is inevitable. That means roommate etiquette isn’t optional; it's survival. Something I...

"Beginning this new era can involve a lot of anxiety and pressure, but these essentials make all the difference between feeling overwhelmed and feeling right at home." (Graphics Editor / Alexander Cruz)

Rosenberg: Dorm must-haves every freshman should know, from a senior in college

Madison Rosenberg, Contributor September 10, 2025

Moving from your spacious hometown bedroom to a tiny dorm room that you have to share with a total stranger is a change many are familiar with.  As a senior in college who has gone through a four-year...

"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

Luke Brown, Sports Beat Writer September 10, 2025

It’s not a secret that Rowan field hockey could have played better against nationally-ranked programs last season. A 3-7 record against top-25 teams in 2024 wasn’t what the Profs wanted, and frankly,...

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

Luke Brown, Sports Beat Writer September 10, 2025

Across the three opening games so far this season for Rowan women’s soccer, the obvious statistic everyone sees are the goals. A 3-0 win over Albright University, 1-0 over Salisbury University, and 4-0...

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...

Gabriella Pagano runs in a race. Pagano finished first at the Salisbury Classic. (Rowan Athletics)

Rowan women’s cross country finishes second at Salisbury Classic

Aiden Seratore, Sports Beat Writer September 10, 2025

Rowan women’s cross country kicked off their season on Aug. 30 with a trip to Salisbury, Md., for the Salisbury Fall Classic. The team finished in second out of the five teams competing behind the U.S....

"The Congressional Research Service estimates that the federal student loan portfolio now exceeds $1.6 trillion." - Graphics Editor / Alexander Cruz

Beck: Students face a devastating cost of living crisis, but we aren’t powerless

Ian Beck, Contributor September 10, 2025

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the United States economy added 22,000 jobs in August, following a downward trend that has raised red flags about the direction of the economy.  The newest...

Mia Foti stands near goal. Foti scored a goal against Johns Hopkins on Sunday. Glassboro, N.J. Sunday, September 7, 2025. (Rowan Athletics)

No. 14 Rowan field hockey falls just short against No. 5 Johns Hopkins

Leo West and Luke Brown September 7, 2025

The No. 14 Rowan Profs suffered their first loss of the season on Sunday, Sept. 7, falling, 3–2, in a tightly contested battle with No. 5 Johns Hopkins. The Blue Jays were led by standout forward Kaitlin...

The agreement to end in a tie was a mutual agreement between multiple parties, including head coaches, referees, and athletic directors. (Rowan Athletics)

Rowan football’s season opener ends in tie following several weather delays

Sarah Shockey, Sports Editor September 7, 2025

Rowan football looked to get their season underway on Saturday, Sept. 6, at Coach Richard Wackar Stadium. Mother Nature had other plans. After a combined four hours of delays, the Profs season opener...

Head coach Pat Ruley meets with his team during training camp. - Photo via @rowanfootball on Instagram

Rowan football aims higher in year two of Pat Ruley era

Sarah Shockey, Sports Editor September 6, 2025

After months of anticipation, Rowan football is back.  The Profs will kick off their season at Coach Richard Wackar Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 6, against Case Western Reserve. They're also considered...

From left to right, Lily Bataloni and Olivia Griffin celebrate after a goal. Glassboro, N.J. Wednesday, September 3, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

No. 14 Rowan field hockey defeats No. 22 Swarthmore for second straight win

Luke Brown, Sports Beat Writer September 3, 2025

No. 14 Rowan field hockey faced yet another nationally-ranked opponent on Wednesday, September 3, and defeated the No. 22 Swarthmore Garnet 3-1 to start off their season with two straight wins. The...

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