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Student participants of the third annual Idea Challenge. Staff Writer/Alex Heller

Aspiring entrepreneurs compete at third annual Idea Challenge

Alexander Heller November 26, 2018

The Rowan Innovation Venture Fund and The Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship held its third annual idea challenge for students last Friday. The goal of the presentation was to promote student applications...

 -Graphics editor/Amanda Palma

Rowan’s inaugural Mental Health Conference brings mental wellness to the forefront

Justin Jardot November 14, 2018

The Student Mental Health Conference was held Wednesday, organized and run by the students of Rowan University. “50 percent of students come in without prior conversations on mental health," said Joy...

Missing Rowan student provided by the National Park Service. Courtesy of the Courier Post.

Search for missing Rowan student suspended

Amanda Palma November 7, 2018

The search for missing Rowan student Ryan Albert, 30, came to an end as the cold weather continues to pick up, according to the Courier Post. Last month on Oct. 4, Albert made the attempt to climb Longs...

Students walk to and from Bozorth Hall on Rowan University's campus. Photo Courtesy/ Cole Ditzel

Students held at gunpoint outside Bozorth Hall

Amanda Palma November 7, 2018

Two students were robbed outside of Bozorth Hall on Rowan University's campus at 1 a.m. on Sunday, according to Rowan Police. The students were approached by "a college-aged black male wearing a dark...

Rowan Unified Sports is recognized by ESPN for being a National Champion school. Rowan receives a banner while also featuring a basketball game and many speakers on Saturday Oct. 3, 2018. -Multimedia Editor/Jaryd Leady

ESPN unifies Rowan

Jaryd Leady November 7, 2018

Rowan is known for many things including sports, academics, the history and now one club stands out in particular after being recognized by ESPN for their accomplishments. Rowan Unified Sports is a student...

Rowan students and Glassboro residents volunteer and participate in the Philabundance on Friday in parking lot D. Staff Writer/Alexander Heller

Philabundance comes to Rowan

Alexander Heller October 31, 2018

Rowan students and Glassboro residents braved the bitter cold Friday, as Philabundance began its first official day to provide fresh produce for those in need. The event was met with a lot of people,...

A sketch of the suspect in the Oct. 20 robbery. -Courtesy of GPD Facebook page

Two assaults happen within one week

Amanda Palma October 28, 2018

Two assaults have occurred on and off Rowan's campus within one week. Last Saturday, Glassboro Police were dispatched at 3:30 a.m. for a strong armed robbery, off campus, according to Glassboro Police....

Students participate in the annual Homecoming Banner Competition. Staff Writer / Lindsey D’Ambrosio

Homecoming 2018 Annual Banner Competition

Lindsey D'Ambrosio October 17, 2018

To kick of Homecoming week, students gathered together in the pit of the Student Center to compete in a longstanding homecoming tradition here at Rowan University. Teams that signed up ahead of time created...

The entrance to Edelmen Planetarium within Science Hall- File photo / Lindsey D’Ambrosio

Rowan Planetarium Showcase- Stars of Pharaohs

Lindsey D'Ambrosio October 17, 2018

On the weekend of Oct. 13 and 14, the Edelman Planetarium in Science Hall hosted its second week of showcases for the month of October. The Planetarium anchors a total of six shows every weekend, Friday...

Lavalva (top left) and other students volunteer to make decorations for a Hollywood themed event at Juniper Village. Staff Writer / Lindsey D’Ambrosio

Drop In & Volunteer- Juniper goes hollywood

Lindsey D'Ambrosio October 17, 2018

In line with Homecoming 2018, Rowan students volunteered to make decorations for an Oscar Night Party held at the Juniper Village, an assisted living home in Williamstown, NJ. The party is coordinated...

The 2018-2019 Student Government Association e-board poses for a photo. -Multimedia Editor/Miguel Martinez

Student Government Association discusses Rowan events

Jaryd Leady October 17, 2018

The Student Government Association met on Oct. 15 for the third time this year in the Rohrer College of Business, moving from their usual location of the upper level of the student center. Announced...

Participants take part in the Offic of Social Justice Safe Zone Training. Staff Writer / Alexander Heller

Office of Social Justice holds a Safe Zone Training

Alexander Heller October 17, 2018

Rowan’s Office of Social Justice, Inclusion and Conflict Resolution held a safe zone training session at Hawthorne Hall in order to help those better under understand LGBTQIA+ issues and concerns. The...

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