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Rowan Academic Advising and Career Services staff pose for a photo at their table in Eynon Ballroom. - Contributor / Jamie Georges

The Wellness Center promotes mental health resources at Fresh Check Day

Jacqueline Suglia, Contributor October 16, 2024

Located in the Chamberlain Student Center’s Eynon Ballroom and decorated with vibrant colors and inviting tables with endless activities, Fresh Check Day 2024 attracted a variety of staff and students,...

"With the largest freshman class in history entering the college community this semester, there are more students at increased risk than ever before." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Two timely warnings in first week of classes shed light on Rowan resources

Abigail Twiford, Co-News Editor September 10, 2024

As Rowan University begins the academic year with the largest freshman class in history, sexual assault, and consent violations have already been recorded.  Within the first week of college students...

Drink spiking: exploring the crime’s prevalence at off-campus parties

Marchella Mazzoni April 24, 2024

Drink spiking has been a significant concern for Rowan University students while attending off-campus parties.  Parties are a common place to have a drug or unknown chemical slipped into a drink,...

Cocaine graphic. - Graphic / Julia Quennessen

Cocaine on campus: exploring the party drug’s increasing collegiate popularity and normalization

Editor’s Note: This article uses anonymous sources when referring to student experiences with the normalization of cocaine on campus. The Whit has chosen to keep students' identities confidential for...

McGraw discusses the various challeneges and triumphs with mental health that she has had on Rowan University campuses. - Contributor / Jennifer McGraw

Letter to the Editor: Feeling Validated After an Invalidating Rowan Wellness Center Experience

Letter to the Editor October 19, 2022

Hello all, I’m a recent graduate of Rowan University hoping to return en route to my master’s degree.  My two short years at Rowan happened during the peak of the pandemic. When I started,...

According to the American Psychological Association (APA), “Anxiety is the top presenting concern among college students (41.6 percent), followed by depression (36.4 percent) and relationship problems (35.8 percent).” -Photo via Pixabay.com.

The Wellness Center Presents: “Taking Control of Your Emotions”

Victoria McGivern March 22, 2022

College can and usually will be a difficult transition for many young adults. Many students are leaving home for the first time while also entering a new school, marking the first chapter of their adult...

“Current CDC and state COVID-19 guidelines, along with our downward trend of positive cases University-wide, allow us to revise indoor masking and daily screening mandates starting March 7,” the announcer read. -Photo via Pixabay.com.

Rowan University Drops Mask Mandate

Mya Calderon March 8, 2022

Rowan University announced that wearing a mask indoors will be optional starting March 7, according to the Rowan Announcer that was sent out via email on March 2. “Current CDC and state COVID-19...

The student-run support group "SASS" is held weekly at the Wellness Center - File photo via Amanda Palma

Wellness Center Hosts Weekly Student Support Groups

Victoria McGivern December 1, 2021

Life is a waltz of highs and lows, a waltz we often have trouble dancing to. Time to time, individuals become overwhelmed with the flood of what life has to offer.  College is another one of those...

According to a university-wide announcement, Rowan students, staff and faculty will be able to receive their flu vaccine at the Owl’s Nest in the Chamberlain Student Center. Vaccines will be available every Monday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. - File Photo / Multimedia Editor Nicholas Feldman

Health Officials Urge Flu Vaccinations for Rowan Students

Makayla Griffin October 24, 2021

As the winter season rapidly approaches and COVID-19 protocols lessen, health officials have become concerned about another respiratory illness making its rounds through the Rowan University student body.  The...

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