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"Students in the radio, television, and film major here at Rowan University feel uncertain about their futures, especially with the introduction of Artificial Intelligence into Hollywood, right after Deepfakes, ChatGPT, and other programs gained traction throughout 2023." - Graphic / Yaz Shaughnessy

Artificial Intelligence poses threats to the future of the film industry

Kraig Ferguson April 24, 2024

Graduation is a time of new beginnings, just as much as the end of a student’s collegiate career. Receiving a professional degree and throwing your cap into the air are only the first steps in the rest...

"Cruz wanted to remain involved in sports going into college but it became a struggle during his first semester. He originally thought he wanted to become an athletic trainer. After his first semester went poorly, Cruz decided to switch to Sports CaM and he benefited from that tremendously." - Photo via Zion Cruz.

How Zion Cruz found his niche in sports content creation

Dylan Francis February 21, 2024

Zion Cruz is a 21-year-old junior majoring in sports communication and media (Sports CaM) with a concentration in radio, television, and film (RTF). Cruz does a lot of different things regarding his content....

"In 2021, Brand produced an audio-only documentary about Kuromiya, and now he has decided he wants to create something with a visual component. This will be Brand's first feature-length film." - Contributor / Timothy Hawk

Rowan professor Keith Brand secures $300,000 grant for documentary on civil rights advocate Kiyoshi Kuromiya

Grace Reed November 15, 2023

Keith Brand, a professor in the radio, television, and film department at Rowan is working on a documentary that was just awarded a $300,000 grant from the Pew Center of Arts and Heritage. A Philadelphia...

Compared to some of the older clubs at Rowan, the Photography Club is one of the newer additions to the campus as the club first met back in 2020 before COVID ended in-person meetings. - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennessen

Photography Club flashes back after hiatus

Matthew Hall September 20, 2023

On Thursday, Sept. 15, Rowan's photography club held its first meeting of the semester. In room 105, Westby Hall students of various majors, including RTF, graphic design and digital media were all welcomed...

Students gather along Rowan Boulevard, or as students often call it, Robo. - Photo via Rowan University

Editorial: R U Rowan proud?

The Whit Staff April 12, 2023

Over the past year, The Whit has run many stories about the shortcomings of Rowan University. From parking problems to issues receiving reliable and quality mental health resources, to insufficient Rowan...

The 9th annual RTF Media Fest was held on March 31 and April 1. - Photo via The Department of Radio, TV, Film

9th annual RTF Media Fest celebrates student projects

Lee Kotzen April 5, 2023

Wedged somewhere between the glitz and glam of the Golden Globes and the modesty of a high school talent show sits the RTF Media Fest, which took place on Friday, March 31, in Bozorth Hall. The award...

From “Avatar: The Way of Water.” - Photo via Dylan Field at Lightstorm

Prof. Tara Bennett discusses her newest book “The Art of Avatar: The Way of The Water”

Maryela Gallardo March 29, 2023

College students navigating their stressful lives often think about where their degree will take them, but one may not realize just how different life will be after they graduate from college. This...

Asia Todd is a senior RTF and Theater Arts dual-major. - Photo / Asia Todd

Senior actress Asia Todd prepares for one-woman show “The Penny Executive”

Al Harmon January 25, 2023

For individuals who enjoy performing, pursuing an acting career may be both tough and gratifying. The acting industry is extremely competitive and success takes a combination of skill, hard work and perseverance....

Scott Franzke talks with Rowan students following his discussion. - Photo / @RowanSportsCAM on Twitter.

Scott Franzke talks path to Phillies World Series run during “Pizza With The Pros”

Seth Fisher November 16, 2022

The Philadelphia Phillies World Series run provided Philadelphians and baseball fans alike with an exciting stretch of heart-pounding games and surreal moments. Scott Franzke, the radio play-by-play voice...

RTN’s sports team live-streamed Rowan Mens Hockey’s home opener on Sept. 23. - Photo via Rowan Television Network

Rowan RTN Provides TV and Film Students With Real-World Experience

Chelsea Valcourt October 12, 2022

Rowan's Radio, Television & Film program has produced Emmy-award-winning professionals and successful, freelancing content creators through its vigorous curriculum and ability to provide students...

Members of RTN hand out free pizza and drinks to "Back to Boz" guests. - Staff Writer / Kariyah Bennett

RTN and Cinema Workshop Co-host “Back to Boz” Event

Kariyah Bennett October 5, 2022

The rain couldn’t wash “Back to Boz” away. Rowan Television Network (RTN) and Cinema Workshop (CW) hosted a block-party-style outdoor event on Friday, Sept. 30.  Despite the possibility...

From left to right: Tyler Baldi, AJ Bucci and Niko Ioannou. / Photo via Paige Previte

RTF Media Fest Acknowledges Filmmakers’ Work

Chelsea Valcourt April 13, 2022

Filmmakers, screenwriters and content creators alike gathered in King Auditorium this past weekend to celebrate the 8th Annual RTF Media Fest. The festival was held in two parts with the Rowan-specific...

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