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Staff Writer Mya Calderon shares her experience being an employee at Target. - Graphic / Julia Quennessen

Calderon: How to Know if Target is for you

Mya Calderon February 2, 2022

After moving to New Jersey from Minnesota, the first thing on my mind was getting a job. With the Deptford Mall being a 15-minute drive, it was easy to find one – but a job that paid well above minimum...

The Whit staff writer Mya Calderon talks about her love of tattoos. Pictured is her fourth tattoo. - Photo / Mya Calderon

Calderon: Love at First Buzz

Mya Calderon October 6, 2021

The cool chair hit my skin, feeling as if I just laid in a pile of snow. Except, I was sweating. The anticipation of what was to come spiked my adrenaline.  The man asked me, “Are you sure you’re...

This editorial discusses the awkward transition from college student to young adulthood. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Editorial: Accepting Change

The Whit Staff September 29, 2021

There’s only one thing in this life that’s consistent--it’s change. In fact, if there’s anything the past year and a half has taught us, it’s that change is inevitable and often unpredictable. For...

Journalists use many tools for the trade, including their time and energy. - Editor-in-Chief / Miguel Martinez

Editorial: The physical labor of student journalists is not a public commodity

The Whit Staff November 13, 2019

Every week at Rowan, there are numerous events that are culturally, socially and politically important. From art gallery openings and climate change discussions, to SGA Senate meetings and soccer games...

Dr. Douglas Webber presents on his reasearch for the future of higher education.
Contributing writer /  Santino D’Agostino

Economist Doug Webber says college can be a great investment, but it depends

Santino J. D’Agostino February 20, 2019

Economist Dr. Douglas Webber presented to students and professors on Monday in the Chamberlain Student Center. He spoke on whether or not the cost of a college education is worth it, and what elements...

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...

Photo of Donnie Farrell- courtesy of the Donnie Farrell project website.

11 year anniversary of Donnie Farrell’s death

Justin Jardot October 24, 2018

Donnie Farrell’s death 11 years ago still rings through the consciousness of Rowan University and its students. Rowan has immortalized Farrell through his memorial located at Triad Apartments, the Donnie...

-Staff Photo/Justin Decker

Campana: How it feels to hurt the ones you love

Jaiden Campana February 21, 2018

Wide left. Nick Folk just missed a game-winning field goal against the Pats. Bob Wischusen has the call. But, there’s a penalty. The first one ever called in an NFL game. Ever. An unsportsmanlike conduct...

Theft most common crime on campus; protect your stuff with these tips

Nicole Mingo April 17, 2017

On an early October morning last year, a bike was pilfered from a rack just outside of the Whitney Center. The owner, Lauren Burch, filed two crime reports with campus security but was met with silence....

You just might be a commuter if you live out of your car. - Photo by Flickr user BJ Hale

Commuter Life: When your car is your dorm, spruce it up with these necessities

Breanna Ruiz April 16, 2017

“How do you do it?” Maybe it’s because of my eye bags, my constant yawning or because someone heard me crying in the bathroom stall again, but for some reason, I get asked this question all the...

With the COVID-19 pandemic, most classes at Rowan have been held virtually. The university announced a transition to holding more in-person classes starting this week. - Flickr / Kevin Dooley

Commuter Life: Social anxiety doesn’t need to ruin the college experience

Breanna Ruiz April 12, 2017

“Oh my god, I have, like, no friends.” I’ve heard it. You’ve heard it. Hey, maybe you’re guilty of saying it. Regardless, this line is about as overused as “Netflix and chill” and comparing...

Steve Solkela's deep voice brought him from Minnesota to Rowan University on a full scholarship. - Photo Editor/Cole Ditzel

Sophomore music major Steve Solkela can play nine instruments at once

Maria Morales April 11, 2017

Steve Solkela slicks back his hair, which is wrapped in a blue and white bandana, away from his face. He puts his accordion in place and begins playing a song with nine instruments, simultaneously. Solkela...

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