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Fentanyl deaths and overdoses have been rising in recent years, especially in college students. - Graphic / Yaz
Shaughnessy

Deadly ignorance: The fentanyl crisis in America

Paige Britt March 20, 2024

In 2022 an average of 22 teenagers ages 14 to 18 died from an overdose each week in the United States. This number has been steadily on the rise since 2015, hitting a peak in 2019. This is not because...

The Student Center dining hall. - Staff Writer / Ryan Schaller

Limited-time meals, get it while it lasts

Ryan Schaller March 20, 2024

Having the ability to order food that isn’t on the normal menu offers variety for college students. At Rowan University, Gourmet Dining offers limited-time offer (LTO) meals to students to experience...

Lights kept on at night in some buildings on campus are used for security checks, safety precautions, and for the custodial staff when they are cleaning. - Staff Writer / Maryela Gallardo

Light management and energy conservation on Rowan’s campus

Maryela Gallardo March 20, 2024

When classes are over and students go home, to finish homework, relax, and head to work, the university is silent. No students walking around, no chatter from friends heading to class, to an event held...

Twiford's Narcan package with instructions beside it. - Managing Editor / Abigail Twiford

Twiford: I started carrying Narcan and you should too

Abigail Twiford March 20, 2024

Naloxone, the generic for the drug Narcan, which can reverse the effects of an overdose from opioids, recently became available for free in New Jersey, no questions asked.  I’ve wanted to carry...

Jason Agyemang competing in the hurdle. Agyemang was an All-American during the indoor season and is looking to repeat in the spring. - Photo via Rowan Athletics

Rowan men’s track and field gets its season underway in Myrtle Beach and Atlanta

Robert Warsen March 20, 2024

Rowan men’s track and field is back in action for the outdoor spring season. Over the past two weeks, the field athletes have participated in the Myrtle Beach Collegiate Challenge and the Emory Spring...

The lone 3D printed sailboat from the speed boat event. - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman

Studio 231 floats along just fine

Drew Peltzman March 20, 2024

The Speed Boat challenge hosted by Studio 231 on March 7 unfortunately never left the dock, as a lack of attendees canceled the event. The event description read “Join Studio 231 for an overview...

Cocaine graphic. - Graphic / Julia Quennessen

Cocaine on campus: exploring the party drug’s increasing collegiate popularity and normalization

Editor’s Note: This article uses anonymous sources when referring to student experiences with the normalization of cocaine on campus. The Whit has chosen to keep students' identities confidential for...

Students interacting with potential employers including officers and summer camp counselor recruiters. - Staff Writer / Marchella Mazzoni

Array of opportunities at recent career fair

Marchella Mazzoni March 20, 2024

Internships and career opportunities geared towards the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and College of Communication and Creative Arts were open for Rowan students and alumni to explore at...

Neil Hartman, Eric Poe, and Brandon Rost speak at Pizza with the Pros. - Photo via RowanSportsCAM on X

Sports marketing insights at Pizza with the Pros

Curtis Ulrich March 20, 2024

On Monday, March 19, Pizza With the Pros welcomed Eric Poe and Brandon Rost, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Cure Auto Insurance, and CEO/President of beMarketing. Some notable athletes who represent...

Vaping graphic. - Graphic / Yaz Shaughnessy

A colorful, highly coveted vice: A look into nicotine addiction at Rowan University

Braijon Williams March 20, 2024

Editor’s Note: This article uses anonymous sources regarding individuals who have experienced nicotine addiction. The Whit has chosen to keep students' identities confidential for safety reasons. A...

Whit staff meets at High Grounds for a study session. - Photo via Rianna Moses

Moses: The life of a student journalist at Rowan

Rianna Moses March 20, 2024

Growing up, there was no doubt in my mind that I wanted to be a part of the journalism world. I had my heart set on it since all my interests, which include writing, photography, and traveling, were obnoxiously...

This image was posted to social media by the Glassboro PD in an effort to catch the pickle plunger. - Photo via @glassboropd on Instagram

Man causes pickle predicament at Glassboro Heritage Dairy Store 

Sarah Shockey March 20, 2024

The Heritage Dairy Store on Main Street found itself in quite the pickle on Sunday, Feb. 25, when a man decided to film himself plunging his head into the pickle barrel inside the store. In response...

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