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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...

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

Schad: Is BookTok ruining the publishing industry?

Cailtin 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...

"Whoever runs Rowan’s social media definitely has their eyes on what’s hot, both on campus and the pop culture world beyond."  (@rowanuniversity on Instagram)

Mac Kay: Are Rowan’s pop culture posts cringe?

Mattie Mac Kay, Arts&Entertainment Editor September 10, 2025

In the past couple of years, Rowan University has really stepped up their social media game from doing signature Man On The Street interviews, to the now infamous “campus influencers” like “Regina...

"Since deleting social media, one of my favorite hobbies to pass time is reading." - Features Editor / Paige Britt

Britt: Why I got off of Instagram, and why you should too

Paige Britt, Features Editor March 4, 2025

I know, I know. The narrative that social media is evil and is rotting your brain is so old school at this point. No one wants to hear it anymore, and I get it. As a former avid Instagram user, I didn’t...

"As students wrestle with the fine line between connection and comparison, many find themselves questioning their identity." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Rowan students reflect on their social media use

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer February 25, 2025

For many Rowan University students, social media is both a lifeline and a burden. Keeping friendships from miles away burning bright, sparking creativity, and providing endless hours worth of entertainment....

"There’s a significant urge to feel seen, and gaining a following on a platform regardless of how big or small is conceivably one of the easiest and fastest ways to be seen by others." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

McDermott: Stop monetizing your life

Claire McDermott, Copy Editor February 19, 2025

In an age where one can become an influencer with a platform and podcast by simply saying “hawk tuah” into a microphone, it’s no surprise that it’s become regularized to document many aspects of...

"Erard-Coupe graduated from Rowan University in 2020 with degrees’ in sports communication and media, radio/television/film production, and broadcast journalism." - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.

Jordyn “SportyJordy” Erard-Coupe joins Pizza with the Pros

Curtis Ulrich, Staff Writer February 11, 2025

On Monday, Feb. 10, Pizza with the Pros welcomed the Director of Social Media for Rush Order Tees and sports content creator, Jordyn Erard-Coupe. Erard-Coupe graduated from Rowan University in 2020...

TikTok ban graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Rowan students in the dark: TikTok ban 2025

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer January 29, 2025

On Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, the popular social media app TikTok went dark in the States. For many college students, this was a major adjustment, and there was little time to prepare, even though the app...

"I miss privacy. I miss when people didn’t know my every move." - Beth Cimaglia / Arts & Entertainment Editor

Cimaglia: Gen Z, the guinea pig generation

Beth Cimaglia, Arts & Entertainment Editor November 20, 2024

As an “elder Gen Z,” I  grew up with tape players, records, VHS tapes, Yellow Pages, and other archaic things most Gen Z has never heard of or seen in person. In my younger years, I played outside...

"The track expresses fear of inadequacy and the anxiety of losing a partner, even though the relationship hasn’t fully developed. Regier feels vulnerable, questioning his worth and fearing his partner may find someone better." - Staff Writer / Mattie McKay

Presley Regier is the underground producer turned pop artist

Mattie Mac Kay, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

Alt-Pop artist Presley Regier has dropped two new singles, including the new song “Questions” and the longtime unreleased soundcloud demo track, “Nightly.”  Regier, the semi-underground producer...

"So while it can feel most convenient to stay loyal to whatever resonates with you on your Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, or Reddit feed, it’s vital to do your research on your candidates." - Photo via Pixabay

Editorial: Escape your echo chamber this election season

The Whit Staff September 18, 2024

As we swiftly enter this election season, students’ social media algorithms are flooded with political echo chamber noise now more than ever before. And given the state of this election, there is much...

"This sound bite economy, driven by short form content platforms like TikTok, Instagram reels, and YouTube shorts, is drastically shaping the political landscape." - Photo via Pixabay

Miller: A sound bitten review of the 2024 presidential debate

Lily Miller, Contributor September 18, 2024

Following the presidential debate on Sept. 10, even if you don’t follow politics at all, you’ve probably caught a stray sound bite or two. Something about immigrants eating dogs and cats, or concepts...

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