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"Speech, ideas, and values are never a reason to be violent towards or kill someone, especially in a country whose foundation is built on the freedom of speech." (Nicholas DiCicco)

DiCicco: A turning point for the United States, or just another act of violence?

Nick DiCicco, Contributor September 17, 2025

A boiling pot won’t stop until you turn off the flame. Whether it be the violent storming of the Capitol after the 2020 election, the attack on Paul Pelosi, the murder of Brian Thompson, the assassination...

"Since taking over as the head coach in 1999, Leacott’s teams have made 17 appearances in the NCAA tournament while capturing four New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) championships" (Rowan Athletics)

Scott Leacott leads Rowan women’s soccer into year 26 with same passion

Gerasimos Gerovasiliou, Sports Beat Writer September 17, 2025

Entering his 26th season as Rowan women’s soccer’s longest tenured and winningest head coach, Scott Leacott continues to see his craft as more than an everyday profession. “It’s one of the greatest...

Gabriella Pagano competes in a race. Pagano is a senior this season. (Rowan Athletics)

Gabriella Pagano takes big strides in her senior season

Aiden Seratore, Sports Beat Writer September 17, 2025

With the loss of Mia Guerra to graduation last spring, Rowan women’s cross country needed to rely on key returners to step up, in order to help the team repeat as New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC)...

Tess Herman hits the ball. Herman scored two goals against Muhlenberg. (Rowan Athletics)

Tess Herman scores two goals as Rowan field hockey defeats Muhlenberg

Leo West and Luke Brown September 17, 2025

Captain Tess Herman scored two goals as the Profs field hockey team was able to snap a two-game losing streak on Monday with a 5-2 win over Muhlenberg College at Scotty Wood Stadium. Herman, who hasn’t...

Students discuss the latest hip hop news at Hip Hop Culture Club’s first meeting of the semester in Wilson Hall. Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Jaziya McDonald / Staff Writer)

Rowan hip hop culture club finds community at first meeting of semester

Jaziya McDonald, Staff Writer September 17, 2025

On Friday, Sept. 12th, Rowan’s Hip-Hop Culture Club hosted its first general meeting at Wilson Hall in room 212. The meeting was held to introduce students to what Rowan Hip-Hop is about, get to know...

"Overall, the staff was kind and willing to help, the food was delicious, the atmosphere was relaxing, and the price tag, which I used Rowan Bucks for, was not at all hefty for the amount of food I received." (Lucien Santoro / contributor)

Santoro: Fultoo Biryani House – an honest review

Lucien Santoro, Contributor September 17, 2025

In my travels around Rowan Boulevard, I’ve passed Fultoo Biryani House a number of times. The various choices displayed in the window piqued my interest long before I decided to write this review. I...

"Social media is ever changing and so is the book world." (Social Media Editor/Caitlin Schad)

Schad: Is BookTok ruining the publishing industry?

Caitlin Schad, Social Media Editor September 17, 2025

​Social media is growing, but the art of reading isn't. The big question in the reading community right now is: Is BookTok ruining the publishing industry?​ BookTok refers to the community of readers...

I enjoyed the idea of the album being called Man’s Best Friend, with some songs being a guide for things to understand about some women. (Antonette Dietz - Contributor).

Dietz: Man’s best friend or internet’s worst enemy?

Antonette Dietz, Contributor September 17, 2025

On Aug. 29, 2025, pop singer Sabrina Carpenter released her seventh studio album titled "Man’s Best Friend." The discourse around this album has been overwhelmingly negative, and listeners have shamed...

Lindsey Masciangelo takes on her new role after serving as an assistant teaching professor. (Center for Sports Communication & Social Impact)

Lindsey Masciangelo promoted to assistant director of Center for Sports Communication and Social Impact

Antonette Dietz, Contributor September 17, 2025

The Center for Sports Communication and Social Impact announced that starting this academic year, Lindsey Masciangelo will be taking on her new position as assistant director. Masciangelo began working...

Colin Del Tufo, the captain of the Overwatch esports team. (Contributor / Ross Tucker)

Rowan esports ready for season ahead

Ross Brown, Contributor September 17, 2025

Before this year, esports at Rowan University had been entirely self-run by the students. For the longest time, it’s been up to the individual students’ responsibility to keep the club afloat. This...

Team celebrates with goalie Bobby Kennedy after their win over the University of Delaware. Sewell, N.J. Saturday, September 13, 2025. (Contributor / Antonette Dietz)

Bobby Kennedy shines as Rowan men’s ice hockey gets win over UDel

Eric Czerwonka, Staff Writer September 17, 2025

Rowan University sophomore goalie, Bobby Kennedy, absolutely stole the show Saturday night, stopping 28 of the 29 shots in a 2-1 win over the University of Delaware (UDel) in their home opener at Hollydell...

Rowan Athletics announced Monday that Brad Burgess would take on the role. (Rowan Athletics)

Brad Burgess announced as deputy athletic director for strategic initiatives and external engagement

Sarah Shockey, Sports Editor September 15, 2025

Rowan Athletics announced on Monday that Brad Burgess has been named the deputy athletic director for strategic initiatives and external engagement.  “My family and I are excited to be part of the...

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