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From left to right: Dr. Benjamin Dworkin, Jeff Chiesa, George Helmy. Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
RIPPAC Speaker Series welcomes former U.S. senators Jeff Chiesa and George Helmy
Room 104 of Bozorth Hall tented off due to asbestos removal. Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Beth Cimaglia / Editor-In-Chief)
Bozorth Hall threatened by asbestos leak
Confetti floats through the air shortly after the ribbon cutting of the new Saxbys cafe in the Student Center expansion. Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Mattie Mac Kay / Arts & Entertainment Editor)
Student Center holds grand opening for second Saxbys location on campus
Elle Ota, program officer for the Human Rights Foundation, delivers her introductory remarks. Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
Raqib Hameed Naik speaks at “Voices of Dissent” open forum
Activist Ben Dziobek, 25, gives a presentation to the Rowan Environmental Action League. Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Aidan Vanhoof / Staff Writer)
Climate Revolution Action Network visits Rowan for policy training
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Glassboro Council responds to crime concerns
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Glassboro Council addresses stray cat concerns
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Glassboro Council thanks first responders for work during brush fires
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Glassboro Council celebrates retiring officers at latest meeting
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Downtown Glassboro redevelopment plans discussed at latest council meeting
Confetti floats through the air shortly after the ribbon cutting of the new Saxbys cafe in the Student Center expansion. Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Mattie Mac Kay / Arts & Entertainment Editor)
Student Center holds grand opening for second Saxbys location on campus
A Glassboro police vehicle sits in Town Square. (Photo via Glassboro Police Department website)
Off-campus shooting under investigation
Glassboro fire officials work to put out the fire at the Glassboro High School. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, April 17, 2025. - Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger
Brush fire ignites near train tracks behind Glassboro High School
Breaking news graphic - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Glassboro PD responds to incident outside 7-Eleven
The crash claimed the lives of two drivers early Thursday morning. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Two drivers killed after fatal crash on Route 55 North
The Glassboro Municipal building. (Former Photography Editor / Gavin Schweiger)
Glassboro Council responds to crime concerns
A Glassboro police vehicle sits in Town Square. (Photo via Glassboro Police Department website)
Off-campus shooting under investigation
A Rowan University Police Cruiser. - Photo via Nick Feldman
Rowan Boulevard overtaken by “flash mob”
Breaking news graphic. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Man found dead on railroad tracks near two Glassboro schools
Rowan Police were notified that a student had begun posting multiple pictures and videos on an Instagram account of the firearm with an extended magazine, according to court documents." - Graphic Editor/ Brendan Cohen
Firearm arrest in 230 Victoria raises questions of campus residential safety
Confetti floats through the air shortly after the ribbon cutting of the new Saxbys cafe in the Student Center expansion. Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Mattie Mac Kay / Arts & Entertainment Editor)
Student Center holds grand opening for second Saxbys location on campus
Political and public figures posing for a picture at the Chabad groundbreaking ceremony. Monday, Sept. 29, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Kacie Scibilia / Staff Writer)
Rowan Chabad holds groundbreaking ceremony for Jewish student center
Plants being watered at the regenerative farm on Rowan's West Campus. (Rowan Today)
Regenerative farm at Rowan’s West Campus cultivates new opportunities for students
A Glassboro police vehicle sits in Town Square. (Photo via Glassboro Police Department website)
Off-campus shooting under investigation
The space where The Pierogie Place was previously located. Monday, September 15, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Hayden Fugee / Copy Editor)
The Pierogie Place on Rowan Boulevard closes down permanently
From left to right: Dr. Benjamin Dworkin, Jeff Chiesa, George Helmy. Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
RIPPAC Speaker Series welcomes former U.S. senators Jeff Chiesa and George Helmy
Elle Ota, program officer for the Human Rights Foundation, delivers her introductory remarks. Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
Raqib Hameed Naik speaks at “Voices of Dissent” open forum
From left to right: Jack Markell and Dr. Benjamin Dworkin. Monday, Sept. 29, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)
Former U.S. ambassador Jack Markell spends evening at Rowan for RIPPAC Speaker Series
Michael Acevedo, Rowan University Class of 2009 alumni, speaking to students at the RIPPAC Fall 2025 Open House at the Chamberlain Student Center. Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Photography Editor / Christopher Otto)
RIPPAC welcomes alumni Michael Acevedo at Open House
The eight Rowan students who had their visas revoked have been reinstated. - Photo via Adobe Stock
Revoked international Rowan student visas now restored
Mia Foti hits the ball. Foti's goal in the fourth quarter tied the game for the Profs. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan field hockey beats Stockton to open NJAC play
Matthew Conway competes in a race. Conway placed 44th at the Paul Short Run, the highest finish of any Rowan runner. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s cross country places 21st at Paul Short Run
Rowan men's swimming practices at the Tony Lisa Natatorium. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. (Melanie Barahona)
Preview: Rowan men’s swimming returns on Saturday
Gabriella Pagano competes in a race. Pagano placed eighth at the Paul Short Run. (Rowan Athletics)
Gabriella Pagano leads Rowan women’s cross country to top 20 finish at Paul Short Run
A clothing rack on display at the event. Glassboro, N.J. Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. (Hunter Finer)
Rowan skateboarding club turns outdoor courts into Depop pop up
Isaiah Mobley drives to the paint. Mobley finished with 13 points in the win. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats conclude the season with a hard fought win over 905
Marcus Bagley converts an and-one. Bagley finished with 16 points and 14 rebounds in the comeback win. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats erase 22-point deficit to knock off Skyhawks
Isaiah Mobley gets back on defense. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats get eliminated from postseason hunt after falling to Skyhawks
Jalen Hood-Schifino scans the court. The two-way player scored 18 points in his Blue Coats debut. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Blue Coats snap three-game losing streak with thrilling victory over Mad Ants
Ricky Council IV drives to the hoop. The second-year player scored a career-high 40 points against the Swarm. - Photo via Shamar Swann
Council’s big game not enough for Blue Coats to overcome Swarm
Rowan men's swimming practices at the Tony Lisa Natatorium. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. (Melanie Barahona)
Preview: Rowan men’s swimming returns on Saturday
Members of Rowan men's swimming celebrate with Ella Pennington following her third consecutive All-American honor. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Ella Pennington earns third consecutive All-American honor
Emily McCutcheon delivers the pitch. McCutcheon tallied eight innings and surrendered just five hits in the doubleheader sweep. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rylee Lutz and Emily McCutcheon help power Rowan softball to 22nd consecutive victory
The Profs celebrate their third-place finish at the Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Jason Agyemang shines for Rowan men’s indoor track and field in national championship
Jack Watson competes in a race. Watson was named as a first-team All-American in the 100 backstroke and second team in the 800 free relay. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming shines at NCAA Division III Championships
Rowan men's swimming practices at the Tony Lisa Natatorium. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. (Melanie Barahona)
Preview: Rowan men’s swimming returns on Saturday
Jack Watson competes in a race. Watson was named as a first-team All-American in the 100 backstroke and second team in the 800 free relay. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming shines at NCAA Division III Championships
Jack Watson competes in the backstroke. Watson is preparing for his final meet at Rowan. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
From Panther to Prof: Jack Watson’s journey to Rowan men’s swimming
"My goal is to just go out there and have fun, swim fast, and enjoy it with the guys that I’m there with." - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming places fourth at NJAC Championships
Gavin Luong swims in a race. The senior's collegiate career is winding down. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s swimming aims for first conference championship victory in five years
The Profs celebrate their third-place finish at the Division III Indoor Track & Field Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Jason Agyemang shines for Rowan men’s indoor track and field in national championship
Jamir Brown looks back at his competition. Brown is the NJAC Rookie of the Year. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Hardware galore for Rowan men’s indoor track and field
The team celebrates their AARTFC title. It marks the sixth one in franchise history. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field claims sixth AARTFC title in seven years
Noah Wampole sprints towards the finish line. Wampole placed first in the high jump event at the FastTrack Last Chance Invite. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field sees athletes shine at FastTrack Last Chance Invite
The team celebrates their New Jersey Athletic Conference Championship win. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s indoor track and field continues decade-long dominance with NJAC title
Danny Fleming shoots a three-pointer. Fleming was the Profs' second-leading scorer against Stockton with 17 points. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball falls to Stockton in first round of NJAC playoffs
Rowan men's basketball celebrates Senior Day with their families. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball falls to Rutgers-Newark on Senior Day
Taz Cantey makes a move. The junior scored a team-high 17 points against TCNJ. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball suffers heartbreaking loss against TCNJ behind poor late-game execution
Khalif Meares brings the ball up the court. Meares recorded 24 points in the win. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Khalif Meares’ 24 points helps Rowan men’s basketball knock off Kean
Brycen Williams runs up the floor. The junior scored a team-high 17 points against NJCU. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s basketball picks up key NJAC win against NJCU
Members of Rowan men's swimming celebrate with Ella Pennington following her third consecutive All-American honor. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Ella Pennington earns third consecutive All-American honor
Kaitlyn Crouthamel competes in a race. Crouthamel won the NJAC in the 1650 freestyle. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming sees records fall during the NJAC Championships
Laura and Elizabeth Jones through the years. - Photo via @rowanwswim on Instagram
Laura and Elizabeth Jones: the twin sister duo reflects on their time together as teammates
Lilyanna Martin headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Lilyanna Martin: the rookie sensation making an impact on Rowan women’s swimming
Ella Pennington competes in a backstroke. Pennington was named as the NJAC Swimmer of the Week for the seventh time. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s swimming gears up for the NJAC Championships
Gabriella Pagano races to the finish line. The junior placed fourth in the 3000 meter race. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s track and field caps indoor season in Ithaca
Rowan women's indoor track and field celebrates their second-place finish at the NJAC Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics.
Rowan women’s indoor track and field places second at NJAC Championships
Kayla Julien runs in a race. The sophomore set a season-high in the 200 meter at the Valentine Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field competes in two events ahead of NJAC Championships
Shannon Stakelbeck races towards the finish line. The sophomore placed sixth in the 5000 meters at the Fasttrack Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field puts together strong showing in Fasttrack Invitational
Molly Lodge sprints towards the finish line. Lodge was a member of the 4x400 team that recorded a season-best time at the METS Championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s indoor track and field places fifth at METS Championships
Haley Selmer brings the ball up the court. Selmer finished with 10 points and five rebounds. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball’s loss to Kean ends bid for NJAC title
Rowan's seniors get honored pregame. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball celebrates Senior Day with decisive victory over Rutgers-Newark
Shayla Johnson grabs the ball. Johnson recorded 14 points in the loss. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
TCNJ shoots their way past Rowan women’s basketball
The Profs celebrate Kate Herlihy reaching 1,000 career points. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Kate Herlihy makes history in the Profs’ victory over Kean
Haley Selmer puts a shot up. Selmer recorded 16 points in the losing effort. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s basketball drops home NJAC game to NJCU
From left to right, McKenzie Melvin, Rylee Lutz, Maeve Lougheed, Payton MacNair, Breanna Bryant, and Liz McCaffery pose with the Super Regionals trophy. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, May 23, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
A final farewell: Honoring the seniors of Rowan softball’s historic Team 51
The Rowan baseball team huddles up for a team meeting. Eastlake, Ohio. Monday, June 2, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball’s College World Series run ends at hands of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Rowan softball's infield meets with Rylee Lutz on the mound. Bloomington, Ill. Saturday, May 31, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball’s historic season comes to a close against Randolph-Macon in Division III Championship
Austin Kreyenhagen (left) celebrates with Karson Harcourt (right). Eastlake, Ohio. Sunday, June 1, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Austin Kreyenhagen’s complete game changes Rowan baseball’s fate against Denison
Jason Morgan celebrates his two-RBI double in the top of the seventh inning. Morgan went 3-for-5 with five RBIs in the Profs victory over Trinity. Eastlake, Ohio. Sunday, June 1, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball gets back on track in College World Series with win over Trinity
The Rowan baseball team huddles up for a team meeting. Eastlake, Ohio. Monday, June 2, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball’s College World Series run ends at hands of Wisconsin-Whitewater
Austin Kreyenhagen (left) celebrates with Karson Harcourt (right). Eastlake, Ohio. Sunday, June 1, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Austin Kreyenhagen’s complete game changes Rowan baseball’s fate against Denison
Jason Morgan celebrates his two-RBI double in the top of the seventh inning. Morgan went 3-for-5 with five RBIs in the Profs victory over Trinity. Eastlake, Ohio. Sunday, June 1, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball gets back on track in College World Series with win over Trinity
Brayden Davis (right) celebrates after his home run with Eric Sabato (left). Eastlake, Ohio. Friday, May 30, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan suffers familiar fate to Denison in first game of College World Series
The Rowan baseball team storms the mound after clinching a berth to the NCAA Division III Baseball Championship with their game two win over Lynchburg. Lynchburg. Va. Saturday, May 24, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan baseball is back in the College World Series, but can the Profs finally end their 46 year victory drought?
From left to right, McKenzie Melvin, Rylee Lutz, Maeve Lougheed, Payton MacNair, Breanna Bryant, and Liz McCaffery pose with the Super Regionals trophy. Glassboro, N.J. Friday, May 23, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
A final farewell: Honoring the seniors of Rowan softball’s historic Team 51
Rowan softball's infield meets with Rylee Lutz on the mound. Bloomington, Ill. Saturday, May 31, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball’s historic season comes to a close against Randolph-Macon in Division III Championship
Liz McCaffery's teammates celebrate at home plate after she hit her home run. Despite homering in back-to-back games, the Profs suffered their first loss of the NCAA Division III Softball Championship at the hands of Trine. Bloomington, Ill. Friday, May 30, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan softball suffers first loss of Softball Championship to Trine
Liz McCaffery rounds the bases after hitting a home run in her team's first round matchup with Texas Lutheran. McCaffery's home run marks the Profs first in 34 days. Bloomington, Ill. Thursday, May 29, 2025. - Photo via @ncaadiii on Instagram
Liz McCaffery goes yard as Rowan softball gets first win of Softball Championship tournament over Texas Lutheran
Pitcher BethAnne Doderer wears a shirt highlighting the program's third straight trip to the NCAA Division III Softball Championship during the team's pre-tournament practice at Illinois Wesleyan University. Bloomington, Ill. Wednesday, May 28, 2025. - Photo via @rowansoftball on Instagram
Will the third time be the charm for the Profs in this year’s NCAA Softball Championship?
Amelia Govern attempts to take a shot on goal. The Profs fell to Wesleyan (CT) in the third round of the NCAA tournament. Waterville, Maine. Saturday, May 17, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse’s historic season comes to a close against Wesleyan
Elaina Corson dodges a Western Connecticut defender. Corson scored a single-game program record 10 goals versus the Wolves. Glassboro, N.J. Sunday, May 11, 2025. - Photo via USA Lacrosse
Elaina Corson’s career day sends Rowan women’s lacrosse to Sweet 16
Rowan women's lacrosse huddles together on the field. The team has earned their first bid to the NCAA tournament since 2018. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse falls to TCNJ in NJAC Championship, earns bid to NCAA tournament
Yasmin Harris dodges a defender. Harris scored a hat trick versus Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse headed back to NJAC championship after win over Montclair State
Molly Green scoops up a ground ball. Green led the team with five goals in the win over Montclair State. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s lacrosse dominates Montclair State on Senior Day
Both the men's and women's outdoor track and field teams sent a combined 27 student-athletes to the NCAA Division III championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s and women’s outdoor track and field have standout showings at Division III Championship
The Rowan men's outdoor track and field team poses with their NJAC Champions banner. The program has now won 10 straight conference titles. Ewing, N.J. Sunday, May 4, 2025. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field captures tenth-straight NJAC title
From left to right, Rajahn Dixon, Julian Conigliaro, Elijah Hendricks, and Robert McKinney celebrate their 4x200 win at The Penn Relays. The foursome beat the Division III outdoor record in that event. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field sets DIII record at Penn Relays
Jamir Brown headshot. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s outdoor track and field displays top times during bustling weekend
Colin Paterson placed first in the 1500 meters at the Oscar Moore Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan outdoor men’s track and field fights through spotty weather conditions at the Oscar Moore Invitational
Both the men's and women's outdoor track and field teams sent a combined 27 student-athletes to the NCAA Division III championships. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan men’s and women’s outdoor track and field have standout showings at Division III Championship
Nyla Jones competes in the hurdles. Jones set a new school record in the 400-meter hurdles during the NJAC championship weekend. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field finishes runner-up for NJAC title
Anna Sasse competes in a race. Sasse placed first in the 800 meters at the TCNJ Lions Invitational. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field has impressive showings before NJAC championship
Molly Lodge competes in a race. Lodge was apart of the 4x100 relay team that took home first place. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field shows improvements during busy weekend
Jasmine Broadway was the caboose of the 4x400 relay team that placed second at the Bucknell Bison Classic. - Photo via Rowan Athletics
Rowan women’s outdoor track and field continues to improve following its sixth and seventh meets of the season
Mia Foti hits the ball. Foti's goal in the fourth quarter tied the game for the Profs. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan field hockey beats Stockton to open NJAC play
Matthew Conway competes in a race. Conway placed 44th at the Paul Short Run, the highest finish of any Rowan runner. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s cross country places 21st at Paul Short Run
Gabriella Pagano competes in a race. Pagano placed eighth at the Paul Short Run. (Rowan Athletics)
Gabriella Pagano leads Rowan women’s cross country to top 20 finish at Paul Short Run
The team celebrates after Gracie Merrick's game-winning goal in overtime. Glassboro, N.J. Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
No. 20 Rowan field hockey outlasts Lynchburg in overtime
Sara Wiedeman celebrates the Profs second goal of the night against Rutgers-Camden with her teammate, Juliana Giordano. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
No. 18 Rowan women’s soccer remains unbeaten in NJAC play with win over Rutgers-Camden
Nate Maiers throws the football. Maiers had 310 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions against Christopher Newport. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan football falls in double overtime to No. 23 Christopher Newport
Michael Zarfati celebrates in the end zone after scoring a touchdown. Zarfati scored a career-high three touchdowns against Lycoming. Williamsport, Pa. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. (Contributor / Joe Capuyan)
Rowan football picks up first road win against Lycoming
Mordecai Ford runs with the ball. Ford was named NJAC Offensive Rookie of the Week for his performance last weekend against Moravian. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Weisinger: Offensive firepower positions Profs for NJAC breakthrough
Mordecai Ford runs with the ball. Ford rushed for 105 yards with a touchdown on Saturday. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, September 13, 2025. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan football shuts out Moravian in dominant first win
Running back Nunes Bukula IV runs the ball. Bukula IV scored a touchdown on the Profs opening drive against the Spartans. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan football’s home opener tie now official, Rowan Athletics says
Matthew Conway competes in a race. Conway placed 44th at the Paul Short Run, the highest finish of any Rowan runner. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s cross country places 21st at Paul Short Run
Matthew Conway competes in a race. Conway placed 79th at the Paul Short Run last year. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s cross country ready to take on challenge at Lehigh
Colin Patterson competes in a race. Patterson finished sixth at the Osprey Open. (Rowan Athletics)
Colin Patterson leads Rowan men’s cross country to third place finish at Osprey Open
Scott Hubbard competes in a race. Hubbard will race at the Osprey Open this weekend. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s cross country gears up for Osprey Open
Colin Patterson competes in a race. Patterson placed first at the Salisbury Classic. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan men’s cross country finishes third at Salisbury Classic
Franck Onguene dribbles the ball. Onguene scored his first goal as a Prof against the Gothic Knights. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan men’s soccer returns to winning ways in win over NJCU
Davide Caputo dribbles the ball. Caputo scored the lone goal for the Profs. (Rowan Athletics)
No. 6 Rowan men’s soccer falls to Rutgers-Newark in first NJAC matchup of season
Christian McGillen celebrates after scoring a goal. McGillen scored two goals against Salisbury on Saturday. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025.
Christian McGillen and Johnny Troiano score two goals each in Rowan men’s soccer’s win over Salisbury
Christian McGillen dribbles the ball. McGillen transferred to Rowan from La Salle. (Rowan Athletics)
Christian McGillen makes his mark early with Rowan men’s soccer
Luke McNamee goes up to head the ball. Glassboro, N.J. Wednesday, Sept 10, 2025. (Chris Taylor)
Rowan men’s soccer defeats SUNY Cortland in top five matchup
The team celebrates scoring a point during their match facing DeSales. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025 (Contributor / Melanie Barahona)
Rowan women’s volleyball plays for more in pair of Pink Day sweeps
Jena Kaul celebrates reaching 1,000 career kills with her teammates. Glassboro, N.J. Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. (Contributor / Chris Taylor)
Jena Kaul reaches 1,000 career kills as Rowan women’s volleyball sweeps Ramapo
Jena Kaul and Vanessa Hutchinson as high school seniors with Deana Jespersen following her team's 2021 NJAC Championship win. (Vanessa Hutchinson)
Deana Jespersen doesn’t have a team in Rowan volleyball – she has a second family
Jena Kaul gets ready to hit the volleyball. Kaul registered 16 kills against Immaculata. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Rowan women’s volleyball returns home and beats Immaculata
Ciara Bradley celebrates after her team wins a point. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Sept. 13,2025. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
From streaks to setbacks, Rowan women’s volleyball stays locked in
Gabriella Pagano competes in a race. Pagano placed eighth at the Paul Short Run. (Rowan Athletics)
Gabriella Pagano leads Rowan women’s cross country to top 20 finish at Paul Short Run
Ally Wernik competes in a race. Wernik is back to running after suffering an injury last year. (Rowan Athletics)
Ally Wernik rebounds back from injury
Gabriella Pagano competes in a race. Pagano finished first at the Osprey Open. (Rowan Athletics)
Gabriella Pagano and women’s cross country finish first at Osprey Open
Gabriella Pagano competes in a race. Pagano is a senior this season. (Rowan Athletics)
Gabriella Pagano takes big strides in her senior season
Gabriella Pagano runs in a race. Pagano finished first at the Salisbury Classic. (Rowan Athletics)
Rowan women’s cross country finishes second at Salisbury Classic
Sara Wiedeman celebrates the Profs second goal of the night against Rutgers-Camden with her teammate, Juliana Giordano. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
No. 18 Rowan women’s soccer remains unbeaten in NJAC play with win over Rutgers-Camden
Bella Moore dribbles the ball. Rowan is Moore's third team in three years of collegiate women's soccer. (Rowan Athletics)
Bella Moore finds her place at Rowan
"Since taking over as the head coach in 1999, Leacott’s teams have made 17 appearances in the NCAA tournament while capturing four New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) championships" (Rowan Athletics)
Scott Leacott leads Rowan women’s soccer into year 26 with same passion
Olivia Giordano runs with the ball. Giordano's late-game goal gave the Profs the lead against Swarthmore. (Rowan Athletics)
Late goal powers Rowan women’s soccer past Swarthmore
Cali Sloan kicks the ball. Sloan is a defender for the Profs. (Trevor Miceli)
Brown: secret to Rowan women’s soccer early success is defense
Christian Tantillo, a 19-year-old advertising and graphic design major, works on his landing on the quarter pipe. Glassboro, N.J. Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. (Kacie Scibilia / Staff Writer).
Free lessons bring new faces to Rowan Skateboarding Park
Matthew Carabasi takes the faceoff against Millersville’s Jack Wanshop. Sewell, N.J. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. (Contributor / Antonette Dietz)
Rowan men’s ice hockey gets back on track with win over Millersville
Colin Del Tufo, the captain of the Overwatch esports team. (Contributor / Ross Tucker)
Rowan esports ready for season ahead
Team celebrates with goalie Bobby Kennedy after their win over the University of Delaware. Sewell, N.J. Saturday, September 13, 2025. (Contributor / Antonette Dietz)
Bobby Kennedy shines as Rowan men’s ice hockey gets win over UDel
The team shoots the puck around at practice. - Photo / Eric Czerwonka
How Rowan ice hockey’s team is shaping up this year
Mordecai Ford runs with the ball. Ford was named NJAC Offensive Rookie of the Week for his performance last weekend against Moravian. (Contributor / Trevor Miceli)
Weisinger: Offensive firepower positions Profs for NJAC breakthrough
Nebraska vs. Michigan graphic. (Sports Editor / Sarah Shockey)
Adam: Michigan vs. Nebraska preview
"Since then, including a match four hours after the Babson loss, the Profs have lost one set. They are 5-0 to storm back from their first two losses. And, it’s been all on the road. How’s that for some season-long adversity?" (Rowan Athletics)
Brown: Women’s volleyball has stormed back with refocused mindset
"Now, just three games into the season, Rowan has beaten two nationally ranked programs, and nearly squeaked a win out of Johns Hopkins, ranked No. 3 in the country at the time. Obviously, it’s a game the Profs would’ve loved to scrap together a win on, but there were no crying eyes after the three-game start the squad has had." (Trevor Miceli)
Brown: Profs field hockey not taking any opponent for granted
Cali Sloan kicks the ball. Sloan is a defender for the Profs. (Trevor Miceli)
Brown: secret to Rowan women’s soccer early success is defense
Davian Garcia winds up. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Renegades get to Davian Garcia early, keep Blue Rocks offense at bay
Alex Clemmey delivers the pitch. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Alex Clemmey powers Blue Rocks to win over IronBirds
Cortland Lawson attempts to turn a double play. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Blue Rocks offense falters in loss to IronBirds
Caleb Lomavita leads off first. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Blue Rocks can’t complete comeback, falls to BlueClaws in extras
Sam Petersen hustles out of the batter's box. - Photo via Ryan Griffith
Blue Rocks outlast Hudson Valley to win the series
"I definitely prefer using my Dining Dollars first, then my Rowan Bucks." (Graphics Editor Alexander Cruz)
Beginner’s guide to Rowan Bucks and Dining Dollars
"We know that tuition and fees are increasing." (Graphics Editor Alexander Cruz)
Students react to rising cost of attendance on campus
Photo taken the day of SAE International's motorsports day after the start of their demo car. (Samuel Menaker)
SAE International brings Formula E to Rowan
“I don't actually believe him, but I choose to believe him…the mothman." (Graphics Editor Alexander Cruz)
Do Rowan students believe in conspiracy theories?
"I do like that they let us know when things happen–but what are they doing?" (Graphics Editor Alexander Cruz)
How safe do Rowan students feel?
Tamtama at the annual CEO Global Conference in Tampa, Florida. - Photo via @samantha.tamtama on Instagram.
An inside look at New Venture Expo winner Sammi’s Sandwiches
Students eating meals in the Marketplace from Grill Nation and Crust. Left to right, Dylan Kirwin, Medha Dabral, Ryan D'avanzo, Marco DiGialleonardo. Glassboro, NJ. Tuesday, April 8, 2025. - Contributor / Lila Dasi
More enrollment, more mouths to feed: Can Rowan dining keep up?
A breakfast at Angelo's Diner, located in Glassboro, New Jersey. - Contributor / Jordan Miller
Angelo’s Diner, A Perfect Spot for College Students
"With the new restaurant, many students have voiced their excitement for another food joint to be within walking distance from campus." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
From Baton Rouge to Glassboro: Raising Canes officially opens
The Student Center dining hall. - Staff Writer / Ryan Schaller
Limited-time meals, get it while it lasts
Todd Schmidt addresses the crowd of students at King Auditorium. Glassboro, N.J. Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. (@rowansportscam on Instagram)
Pizza With the Pros hosts NFL Films’ Todd Schmidt
Natasha Moody speaks to the crowd inside King Auditorium. Glassboro, N.J. Monday, Sept, 29, 2025. (@rowansportscam on Instagram)
Pizza with the Pros welcomes Natasha Moody
Tom McCarthy poses for a picture with the record-breaking crowd at Pizza with the Pros. (@rowansportscam on Instagram)
Pizza with the Pros returns with Tom McCarthy
"After all the hard work she put in at the university, this isn’t where she wanted to be. That all changed when she saw an opportunity to work with the Jacksonville Jaguars." - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Pizza with the Pros hosts last event of the semester with Ashlyn Sullivan
Greg Frith talking to students at Pizza with the Pros. - Photo via @rowansportscam on Instagram.
Pizza with the Pros hosts NFL Films producer and director Greg Frith
Colleen Grugan (left) assists athletic trainer Samantha Santos (right) with using an ultrasound machine on an athlete's hamstring. (Rowan Blog)
Rowan alumna Colleen Grugan leads as head athletic trainer
Tweedie was dean of the CCCA for nine years. - Photo via Rowan University
The past, present, and future of Dean Sanford Tweedie
Professor David Bianculli poses for a photograph while a clip about Pete Seeger plays during his TV auteurs class. Glassboro, NJ. Tuesday, April 1, 2025. - Contributor / Kate Zaffarese
David Bianculli: TV’s biggest fan
"Not only has Masciangelo worked for the Philadelphia Flyers, but has worked for the Philadelphia Wings, a professional box lacrosse team." - Photo via Lindsey Masciangelo.
Lindsey Masciangelo teaches students about communications, and career success
Rowan University recently introduced a new CUGS in Queer Theory. - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen
Rowan introduces new certificate of study in Queer Theory
I love when the energy from everybody comes together. (Contributor / Aruzhan Yessengeldy)
Red Oak On the Rise brings Latin Night to the Student Center
(Getty Images)
Snyder: The complicated feud of Lana Del Rey and Ethel Cain
“I do see myself really developing my company further. I want to use my art and the talents that I’ve been gifted with,” said Silva. (Carolina Silva)
Carolina Silva finds her voice on and off the air at Rowan Radio
“You know, gear isn’t everything … you can do a lot with what you have,” said McIntyre. (Photo via Creatives 230)
Shooting dreams: how Chris McIntyre built his name in Rowan’s underground music scene
(Photo via Max Durante)
The D4vd case from Rowan students’ perspective
Students proudly show off their hand-painted creations during WOW's fabric painting event, where they turned old clothes into fresh designs. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Jaziya McDonald / Staff Writer)
Students repurpose items and find community at Women of Westby fabric painting event
LVNA lead singer Maddie Reddy performs on Hollybash Small Stage. - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay.
LVNA and other acts shine on Hollybash small stage
DJ Pauly D performs to full crowd at Hollybash. - Staff Writer / Mattie Mac Kay
DJ Pauly D and Estrogents light Up Hollybash Main Stage
Women Of Westby tabling at The Revolution Will Be Amplified. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller
Rowan YDSA hosts “The Revolution Will Be Amplified”
Nikke Dunne and Maddi Reddy at the open mic at Rowan MIDI Finals Fest in Profs Place, Rowan University, April 22. 2025. - Staff Writer / Hayden Fugee
Rowan MIDI Finals Fest: From Homework to Harmony
"The show has had a variety of bands featured in the episodes, a few of which are made up of Rowan students." (@mcintyr3.media)
Student-run RU Listening Brings live music to Rowan’s airwaves
Outcry at their latest show in Atlantic City (Lucien Santoro / Staff Writer)
Outcry rocks Anchor Rock in Atlantic City
Professor Timothy Schwarz plays his violin in concert at the Boyd Recital Hall. Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia)
Rowan music faculty member performs with Curtis Institute pianist
From left to right: Timothy Jacob Brown, Alexis Gardiner, Yumeko Stern, Christian Cordova, Nate Frison and Olivia Brice performing the Magic School Bus. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia)
Marie Rader Series brings Magic School Bus to Pfleeger
Loud And Clear performs at the first Rowan Alternative Music meeting of the semester. (Staff Photographer / Hayden Fugee)
RALT Riffs Rowan into a new year
“You know, gear isn’t everything … you can do a lot with what you have,” said McIntyre. (Photo via Creatives 230)
Shooting dreams: how Chris McIntyre built his name in Rowan’s underground music scene
A clothing rack on display at the event. Glassboro, N.J. Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. (Hunter Finer)
Rowan skateboarding club turns outdoor courts into Depop pop up
“I do love the idea of having more screenings on campus where people can watch in a community," (Staff Writer / Shane Bagot)
RTF department launches screening series with Jaws 50th anniversary
"I wanted to be more involved with the things happening around campus, so I decided to come here and get to do something,” said Salerno. (Graphics Editor / Alexander Cruz)
Painting with citrus flavors: Robo hosts CD painting with orange juice
Buddha Tara, Protector Mahakala, and The Life of the Buddha on display at 301 High Street. Glassboro, NJ. Wednesday, April 16, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Hayden Fugee
Geology, impermanence, and Himalayan culture
“I feel like this is a great opportunity to truly make a difference with the annual book we create." (Savannah Love Chadee / Productions Editor)
Gallery Publication holds first meeting, and outlines goals for year
Students proudly show off their hand-painted creations during WOW's fabric painting event, where they turned old clothes into fresh designs. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Jaziya McDonald / Staff Writer)
Students repurpose items and find community at Women of Westby fabric painting event
Members of the Fiber Arts Club at the fall 2025 org fair (Anna Willis)
Fiber Arts Bunch: Stitching a Community at Rowan
Students discuss the latest hip hop news at Hip Hop Culture Club’s first meeting of the semester in Wilson Hall. Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Jaziya McDonald / Staff Writer)
Rowan hip hop culture club finds community at first meeting of semester
Rangeela getting their groove on during their dance workshop at Discovery Hall. Monday, September 8, 2025. Glassboro, Nj. - Contributor / Jordan Harris
Rangeela brings Bollywood Fusion and community to Rowan’s campus
Members of the Fiber Arts Club at the fall 2025 org fair (Anna Willis)
Fiber Arts Bunch: Stitching a Community at Rowan
Artist vanessa german opens her talk with a song at the Rowan University Art Gallery. Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. Glassboro, NJ. (Staff Writer / Kacie Scibilia)
Breathe Through the Diaphragm: Our Eyes Are in Our Lungs Graces the Rowan Art Gallery
"What truly inspires me would be the concepts of photography and just appreciating art from within."- Photo via Alyssa Curley
Business Hall Hosts Startup Gallery Opening
Buddha Tara, Protector Mahakala, and The Life of the Buddha on display at 301 High Street. Glassboro, NJ. Wednesday, April 16, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Hayden Fugee
Geology, impermanence, and Himalayan culture
Lavett Ballard explains the significance of her art during its exhibit at the Rowan Art Gallery. Glassboro, NJ. Thursday, April 3, 2025. - Staff Photographer / Owen Miller
RU’s Art Gallery and Museum holds artist talk with Lavett Ballard
"Despite the street on which the shooting occurred being on the university’s map, and multiple residential halls and academic buildings being past that point, the area does not fall under the Rowan University Police Department’s jurisdiction." (Jaziya McDonald)
McDonald: Safety shouldn’t have boundaries
"As distracting as the noise in the hallway may be, especially during quiet hours, sometimes you hear some entertaining things." (Alexander Cruz / Graphics Editor)
Pasparage: Do quiet hours really exist?
"With shows as big as Kimmel’s being pulled off the air, what does that say about the safety of smaller university publications?" (Alexander Cruz / Graphics Editor)
The suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live! and what it means for student media
"Being a first-generation student is more than just earning a degree. It’s about balancing worlds, the culture you were raised in, the expectations set before you by your family, and the strangely beautiful challenges presented by higher education." (Alexander Cruz / Graphics Editor)
Bautista: The first generation experience
"Lockheed Martin benefits from Rowan. By working with them, Rowan supports Lockheed Martin, implicitly condoning their actions and business model." (Lockheed Martin- Partner Page)
Vanhoof: Rowan’s partnership with Lockheed Martin is an ugly one
"It seems as if our society does not care about the media anymore--which is why a concerning amount of people are so misinformed and poorly educated on actual facts." - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: No one on the SGA fully understands the importance of true, high-quality journalism
"I fear The Whit will have to consider drastic measures, including ending the weekly papers that have run at the university for 85 years." - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: I’m devastated to hear that SGA slashed The Whit’s budget by 35%
"I am a former features editor for The Whit as well as a staff writer" - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: To The Whit and Student Government Association
"I am a former features editor for The Whit as well as a staff writer" - Multimedia Editor / Drew Peltzman
Letter to the Editor: Writing to express my outrage at the news of The Whit’s operating budget
"At the end of the day, journalism devoid of humanity is worthless, and the statement put out by The Whit Staff was ignorant and disgusting." - Graphics Editor / Julia Quennesson
Letter to the Editor: From 9/11 to October 7: Growing up as a “terrorist”
"Be active, be thorough, and be in the know." (The Whit Staff)
Editorial: The battle for truth and the current state of journalism
(The Whit Staff)
Editorial: Staying safe in the face of campus violence
"It is important that you block and report the post and so it will be taken off the social media platform. Find your support and know that you're not alone in viewing these negative posts." (Graphic made on Canva)
Lack of media censorship affecting student mental health: Enough is enough.
"All we can do, really, is avoid letting AI become our only option to do anything work-related rather than just having it in our back pocket as something we can use when our brains fail us." (The Whit Staff)
The Whit staff weighs in on AI: Have we taken it too far?
"With a majority of The Whit Staff graduating this upcoming May, we have decided to dedicate this editorial to hearing one last message from our graduating seniors." - The Whit Staff
Editorial: A special goodbye from our seniors
"The reviews on the back cover described it as “intellectually playful,” but besides a few meta-textual nods, like “Edwin St. John. Andrew,” a character named after the author, there’s nothing all that clever." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon
Navigating the seas of critique: A candid evaluation of “Sea of Tranquility”
"You could never keep stare long enough but needed to keep staring to find out why you couldn't," from the story Call Me By Your Name. — Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon
“Call Me by Your Name” by André Aciman: An exploration of obsessive infatuation
"I don’t think that anyone could ask for a better man, and I think many readers hate that book boyfriends aren’t actual people in real life. Thank you Colleen Hoover for giving us readers unrealistic expectations for men." - Art & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Colleen Hoover’s “It Starts With Us”: A heart-wrenching journey of love & healing
"A core theme of the book is something dubbed the “Personal Legend.” One of the first characters that Santiago meets is the biblical king of Jerusalem, Melchizedek, who tells him plainly that the point of his journey is to discover and fulfill his own Personal Legend. Santiago spends the rest of the book figuring out what that means." Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Journey of self-discovery: The profound wisdom of “The Alchemist”
"Peterson doesn't come across as optimistic. He doesn't sugarcoat the foundation of his viewpoint, which boils down to "life is full of suffering," and maintains that the individual must combat the obstacles that life places in front of them." - Arts & Entertainment Editor / Al Harmon.
Jordan Peterson’s “12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos” provides counterintuitive tips for a fulfilling life
The Rowan’s American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) hosted an event on Monday April 22nd where students where students got the opportunity to use a flight simulator. – Multimedia Editor / Adam Reim
Rowan AIAA hosts flight simulation event
Rowan Centennial Special Edition
Rowan Centennial Special Edition
Whit Editor in Chief Victoria McGivern throws up piece signs in the Eynon Ballroom. - Staff Photographer / Josh Ayers
Flicks from CCCA 2023 Showcase & Recognition Day
Video art gallery: "SuperCellular" by Carolyn Healy & John Phillips
Video art gallery: “SuperCellular” by Carolyn Healy & John Phillips
Bristol to Burke: Rowan Women's Soccer Commander in Net
Bristol to Burke: Rowan Women’s Soccer Commander in Net
Whit Editor in Chief Victoria McGivern throws up piece signs in the Eynon Ballroom. - Staff Photographer / Josh Ayers
Flicks from CCCA 2023 Showcase & Recognition Day
Jessica Carroll prepares to race her cardboard boat across the water. - Staff Photographer / Adriana Zawojski.
PHOTOSTORY: Cardboard Boat Competition
Juniors smash pumpkins together to relieve stress for the semester ahead. - Photo / Adriana Zawojski
PHOTOSTORY: Pumpkin Smashing Supports Rowan Food Pantry, The SHOP
A young couple listens to the Juneteenth keynote speech, given by guest speaker Nurah Muhammad. Photo via staff photographer/Nathan Morris
Black and Brilliant Events Team Organizes Glassboro’s Second Annual Juneteenth Commemoration
Spring is in the air and flowers are once again in bloom! Photo via multimedia editor/Alex Rossen
Spring Has Sprung at Rowan University

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Elle Ota, program officer for the Human Rights Foundation, delivers her introductory remarks. Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. Glassboro, N.J. (Michael Bautista / Staff Writer)

Raqib Hameed Naik speaks at “Voices of Dissent” open forum

Michael Bautista, Staff Writer • October 8, 2025

Students and activists gathered at Rowan University this past Monday morning for Voices of Dissent, the latest one-day event of the College Freedom Forum (CFF), to confront one urgent issue: how authoritarian...

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