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Fisher with other students in Japan for the study abroad trip in Spring of 2023. - Photo via Riley Fisher

Destination Denmark: Rowan’s new study abroad program

Beth Cimaglia February 14, 2024

Rowan University’s latest study abroad program is here and this time it's in Denmark. For years, the university has encouraged students to apply to study abroad in the hopes of offering students...

Students explore a virtual world while seated at desks in an immersive learning center pod at Arizona State University. Photo provided courtesy of Arizona State University. - Photo via Rowan University press release

Come put your VR Goggles on for class

Gianna Malgieri September 27, 2023

Virtual Reality (VR) goggles are in your future here at Rowan. Rowan University sent out a press release that announced the “collaborating with Dreamscape Learn and Arizona State University (ASU)...

Innovation and creativity blossom in Business Hall during the 2023 New Venture Expo and stART up Gallery

Madison Miller April 26, 2023

Students across all majors brought their ideas and entrepreneurial skills to this year’s 2023 New Venture Expo and stART up Gallery on Friday, April 21 in the Business Hall. This took place just before...

Left to right: Dr. Garett Broad, Dr. Jordan Howell, Aarushi Gupta and Jess Luptiz discuss how they contribute to making the campus more environmentally sustainable. - Photo / Maryela Gallardo

Rowan Thrive hosts sustainability panel and discusses campus changes

Maryela Gallardo April 19, 2023

The Jean and Ric Edelman Fossil Park will be New Jersey’s largest public building with a net zero facility, meaning the building will use clean, renewable resources to create energy. The goal for...

Kevin Hack 25’ ECE Major (left) Aidan Sharpe ‘25 ECE Major (right). - Photo / Jake Kravetz

Halloween-themed 8th Annual ProfHacks Hackathon provides fun real-world experiences

Jake Kravetz March 1, 2023

Streamers and decorations brought life to the typically mundane Engineering Hall last weekend as Rowan University hosted its eighth annual ProfHacks Hackathon. However, this time around, the event had...

The sustainability development goals lab event was held at Rowan University on Feb. 17, 2023. - Photo / Amanda Bingham for South Jersey Climate News

Rowan event explores global sustainability goals – and what they mean locally and on campus

Amanda Bingham February 22, 2023

Rowan University students and faculty gathered for a day-long workshop to learn about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) designed to inspire the best environmental practices...

Features editor Jennifer McGraw discusses the importance of recycling in the Glassboro community. - Photo via Pixabay.com

McGraw: Help Create a Greener Glassboro

Jennifer McGraw November 17, 2021

The Glassboro Highway Department is a community outreach organization that serves the small, college town of Glassboro. The purpose of the highway department is to “ensure Glassboro’s streets, sidewalks...

Linda Walczak, the landscape architect for Rowan University, spoke about the various projects that make up Rowan's Stormwater Management and Landscape Master Plan. - Graphics Editor / Jana Jackstis

Rowan’s Stormwater Management and Greenway Master Plans Could Transform the Campus in the Future

Corey Rothauser April 14, 2021

This article is part of the “Rowan University of the Future” series, where The Whit highlights areas of growth in Rowan's long-term plan. Linda Walczak, the landscape architect for Rowan University,...

GlobeScan CEO Chris Coulter discusses sustainability in business during the virtual event, "Accelerating Progress Toward a Circular Economy." - Photo via Pixabay.com

Rowan Hosts “Accelerating Progress Toward a Circular Economy” With GlobeScan CEO Chris Coulter

Christine Harkinson April 14, 2021

In partnership with Durham University Business School, Nottingham Trent University and Conestoga College, the Rowan Center for Responsible Leadership hosted “Accelerating Progress Towards a Circular...

The SGA passed the Rowan Boulevard Pedestrian Access Resolution, which officially advocates for the Glassboro Town Council to permanently or seasonally turn Rowan Boulevard into a pedestrian-only zone.- File Photo / Nicole Mingo

SGA Senate Meeting Highlights Sustainability and Passes Rowan Boulevard Pedestrian Access Resolution

Corey Rothauser April 7, 2021

On Monday, April 5, the Student Government Association (SGA) met for their second-to-last meeting of the spring semester, discussing new resolutions and committee updates. Student Trustee Kyle Perez...

The Henry Rowan statue greets campus visitors.-File Photo / Amanda Palma

SGA Senate Announces Next Phase of Rowan’s Sustainability Master Plan and Student Organization Rollover Funds

Corey Rothauser March 24, 2021

Rowan University's Student Government Association (SGA) met on Monday, March 22 to discuss the next phase of Rowan's sustainability master plan and student organization rollover funds. SGA Student...

Experts discuss how sustainable fashion can reduce environmental damage caused by clothing waste. - Photo via Pixabay.com

Fashion in the Circular Economy: Rowan Community Learns to Reshape Industry and Reduce Clothing Waste

Christine Harkinson February 24, 2021

When we think about the future, we cannot predict what shape our planet will be in. Will environmental issues – like air pollution and global warming – see any type of improvement? Will future generations...

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