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"Sometimes it can feel like your entire future hinges on how you handle something." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Miller: Turning down a job, done right

Lily Miller, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

Last week, I wrote an article about overcoming the obligation to suffer. Truly, it was about learning that it’s okay to deny opportunities if they aren’t the right fit, especially in college when we’re...

"It is impossible to control over 20,000 people at all times, and this is not an expectation any reasonable person would uphold." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Editorial: Rowan needs to alert their students more often

The Whit Staff October 23, 2024

The beginning of this semester marked the welcoming of Rowan’s largest freshman class to date. This brought an increase of students to Rowan’s campus and the surrounding city of Glassboro, adding to...

"However, personally speaking, college does not provide students with the life skills to achieve personal success." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Fogg: Should Rowan implement a life skills course?

Gabriel Fogg, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

As fast-paced as the university lifestyle is, there is a constant focus placed on academics, and with reason. Achieving academic success to some extent, is the only way you are going to graduate. But after...

Flyer for "PHILADANCO!" via @performingarts on Instagram

The Marie Rader Series: PHILADANCO!

Lily Miller, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

On Saturday night, the Philadelphia Dance Company (PHILADANCO!), a company known, in its own words, for “breaking barriers and crossing cultural divides,” graced the Pfleeger stage. They delivered...

The outside of the Pantry & Resource Center. - Contributor / Hayden Fugee

The Shop’s new Career Closet is helping dress students for the future

Hayden Fugee, Contributor October 23, 2024

Rowan’s own local pantry and resource shop, The Shop, located at 124 State Street, has just opened up its new Career Closet. Students can visit and browse The Shop’s wide variety of career-associated...

Rowan’s ProfAgency club meets in Victoria 260. - Photo via rowanprofagency on Instagram.

ProfAgency wins award for their work during the 2023-24 school year

Marchella Mazzoni, Copy Editor October 23, 2024

ProfAgency, Rowan’s student-led advertising agency, was recognized for the collective efforts of their members during the last school year by winning the 2024 Public Relations Student Society of America...

"The boys have spent the last 30 years in prison, and I think it is time to consider their release." - Web Editor / Mayela Gallardo

Thorn: It’s time for the Menendez Brothers to get a chance at freedom

Katie Thorn, Productions Editor October 23, 2024

Teenagers across the globe have become obsessed with TikTok’s most recent trends. While most things trending amongst teens include style and aesthetics, there is one peculiar thing that teens have become...

"For this editorial, women on The Whit staff share their own perspectives on safety at Rowan." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Editorial: The Whit’s women share their perspectives on safety at Rowan

The Whit Staff October 15, 2024

Young women entering college have constantly been warned about violence against women on campus since around the 80’s. It has been a topic that has been highly discussed by major cities and universities...

"Here was a man willing to display his vulnerability front and center, to a complete stranger." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Miller: “You’re not alone” an unexpected campus encounter

Owen Miller, Staff Writer October 14, 2024

On a cold Friday afternoon last March, when I still lived on Rowan’s campus, I was taking my daily jog around the Whitney-Bunce-Hollybush loop quickly to beat the impending rain. It seemed like I succeeded...

"The discovery of a firearm on school grounds has given us the opportunity to reopen a dialogue where we question if the school is implementing enough security measures to maintain the safety of their students." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Fogg: The gun incident at 230 Victoria could have been avoided

Gabriel Fogg, Staff Writer October 14, 2024

The safety of students has long been a concern across campuses nationwide, and Rowan has been no exception. In light of recent events, the practices and protocols of Rowan and their campus security have...

"Climate change has taken a toll on the world, and we are seeing the effects of it right here on campus." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Sierra: The effects of climate change are visible at Rowan

Julissa Sierra, Staff Writer October 14, 2024

Are you confused lately about what to wear every morning? I know I am. I typically look outside my window and try to figure out what the theme of the day is; sweatpants, shorts, leggings, etc. But the...

"There are many opportunities out there that will be beneficial to you and your future, that are likely less predatory or miserable than the one you think you must take." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Miller: Overcoming the obligation to suffer

Lily Miller, Staff Writer October 14, 2024

As a student in the College of Performing Arts, and as a performer in general, I’ve encountered an ever-increasing call to participate in all opportunities presented to me; no matter the cost. This is...

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