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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...

The Carolina Tiger Rescue is home to many big cats like the three tigers pictured here. VanDewater builds on her experience at the rescue in her argument for a more sustainable palm oil industry. - Editor-in-Chief / Kalie VanDewater

VanDewater: What Should We Do About the Palm Oil Predicament?

Kalie VanDewater October 21, 2020

In high school, I wasn't the most socially active person. The only group I was consistently active in was Yearbook. So when I got to Rowan, I decided to take every opportunity I could to bolster my...

Miranda Massie is the founder and director of the Climate Museum in New York City. Massie came to Rowan and gave a presentation entitled "No Time to Waste: What We Need to do for Sustainability and Climate Progress." - Editor-in-Chief / Miguel Martinez

Miranda Massie encourages Rowan community to take action against climate change now

Alexa Aulicino November 20, 2019

“I want you to imagine you have never seen this image before...” Miranda Massie instructed the audience last week at her campus-wide presentation entitled “No Time to Waste: What We Need to do for...

Hurricane Maria wrecked havoc on Puerto Rico, and recovery efforts are still in the works. - Flickr

School of Earth and Environment colloquium discusses Puerto Rico’s environmental recovery from Hurricane Maria

Tara Lonsdorf September 25, 2019

With wind speeds of around 147 mph, destruction of environmentally important beaches and enough power to shutter electricity over the entire island, Hurricane Maria is the most powerful storm to strike...

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