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A student plays ping-pong in the reopened Game Room. - Contributor / Shayne Crowley

The Game Room reopens in Student Center for first time since 2020

Shayne Crowley, Contributor October 9, 2024

After almost five years of shut doors, the Chamberlain Student Center saw its game room reopen on Friday, Oct. 4. The Game Room closed during Rowan’s spring break on March 16, 2020 due to COVID-19,...

Student Center construction continues as Oct. 15 deadline rapidly approaches. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger

Editorial: It’s okay to not have the answers, just be honest about it

The Whit Staff October 2, 2024

Since Fall 2022, Rowan students have gotten acclimated and accustomed to the ongoing construction and ongoing inconvenience being done to the Chamberlain Student Center. The construction was originally...

"Are we being too harsh on Gourmet Dining? I know, I know. Chicken fingers and french fries for dinner for the third night in a row can get discouraging." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Suglia: Rowan hot takes from an on-campus resident

Jacqueline Suglia, Contributor October 2, 2024

During the months leading up to my highly anticipated college move-in day, I found myself in a constant state of confusion as everyone I came into contact with shared their wisdom about this new...

"There is no reason for a paper bag to be given out, when more often than not it will go right into the trash." - Photo via Jake Clark

Clark: Student Center Dining Hall Should Make Take-Out Bags Optional

Jake Clark, Contributor September 25, 2024

For many Rowan University students, eating at the Student Center is a part of everyday life. It’s a popular place for students to grab something to eat. However, the Student Center Dining Hall could...

Free items for rent located in the student center. - Contributor / Gregory Mazzo

Activities and lifestyle items are available to rent through Chamberlain Student Center

Gregory Mazzo, Contributor September 9, 2024

The Chamberlain Student Center is allowing students to rent items for free to experience and use items they may be interested in. The Student Center offered items such as a basketball, checkers set,...

"When President Houshmand first arrived at Rowan in 2006, the enrollment was about 9,000 students... This growth is only going to continue, with estimated enrollment by 2028 being 29,000 and by 2033, 38,500." - Graphic / Brendan Cohen

Campus expansion and safety lead discussion at University Assembled

Aiden Seratore April 10, 2024

On Wednesday, April 3, students, faculty, and staff made the trip to Eynon Ballroom despite the elements for University Assembled. President Dr. Ali Houshmand and his team discussed the rapid growth of...

From left to right, Ophelia Bawdy, Mack Reilly, Ari Little, and Joy Acheampong at the Prism Table for SJICR Pride Fest 2024 - Staff Writer / Beth Cimaglia

Students enjoy Pride Fest despite rain

Beth Cimaglia April 10, 2024

A location change allowed students of Rowan University to enjoy the annual SJICR Pride Fest on Thursday, April 4. The event was originally planned to be held on the University Green outside of Bunce...

Wellness Center staff prepares to walk banner out during Take Back the Night on April 2. - Managing Editor / Abigail Twiford

Take Back The Night provides unity and community for sexual abuse survivors

Abigail Twiford April 3, 2024

Despite the dreary and damp conditions outside, dozens of people made their way out for Take Back The Night on Tuesday, April 2. The Wellness Center’s annual event invites people throughout the Rowan...

Saxbys sign in the Business Hall cafe. - News Editor / Madison Miller

Saxbys to open a new location with Student Center expansion

Beth Cimaglia April 3, 2024

Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to correct the spelling of Saxbys, as it originally was spelled incorrectly as “Saxby’s.” This update also includes a clarification that Amanda Kaiser...

Campbell Library will undergo renovations bringing new study spaces and technology to campus. - Staff Writer / Aiden Seratore

Campbell Library plans for “Library of the Future” with upcoming renovations

Aiden Seratore January 24, 2024

The Chamberlain Student Center isn’t the only big facility on campus receiving some renovations, as the Campbell Library has some changes in the works. These upcoming renovations come after a long...

Holly-ween was a night filled dancing, fun costumes and scares. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon

Holly-ween: A night of music, costumes, and scares at Rowan

Shane Bagot October 25, 2023

On Oct. 19, students in the Touring and Concert Promotion class organized “Holly-ween,” which took place at Prof’s Place inside the Student Center. It was a night filled with music, costumes, food,...

World Mental Health Day Speaker Dr. Charryse Johnson spoke to students about mental health in the Eynon Ballroom about what it means to be well. - Contributor / Grace Reed

Dr. Charryse Johnson visits Rowan for World Mental Health Day

Grace Reed October 18, 2023

In observance of World Mental Health Day on Tuesday, Oct. 10, Rowan’s Women’s Alliance Network (WAN), hosted a speaking event and book signing with Dr. Charryse Johnson. Johnson is a North Carolina-based...

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