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Unauthorized Solicitors at Robert Morris University

Ellie Schroeder, Head News Editor
January 19, 2023

A warning from the RMU Chief of Police about solicitors is the latest announcement from campus police. Chief Jeff James and Maureen Keefer, the Dean of Students, sent an email to all faculty, staff, and students. RMU requires organizations to have permission prior to coming...

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Police Blotter: 11/09/21-11/14/21

Evelyn Luthringer, Contributor
December 1, 2021

11/09/21: Welfare Check: An anonymous caller requested a welfare check on a student. Officers contacted Residence Life and spoke with the student in Yorktown Hall. The caller was advised the student is safe. The case is closed.   11/09/21: 201 Commitment: A student...

Conceptual renderings of the new terminal at Pittsburgh International Airport and are subject to change. Renderings courtesy of Gensler + HDR in association with luis vidal + architects.

Sun Country Airlines announces new service to Pittsburgh International Airport

Alexis Davis
October 26, 2021

PITTSBURGH - On Oct. 19th, Sun Country Airlines announced that they will begin service to Pittsburgh International Airport from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The service will begin on June 2nd, 2022 with introductory fares as low as $69 one way. The new flight...

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Allegheny County detects its second case of the West Nile Virus

Terryaun Bell
October 21, 2021

PITTSBURGH – Mosquitoes are pesky, and what's worse is they can carry the West Nile virus. A man in McKees Rocks contracted Allegheny County's second case of virus and is currently recovering in his home. Mosquitoes become infected with the West Nile virus by feeding on...

Robert Morris' University's Beautiful Nicholson Center on a pleasant April day. 
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Center for Innovation & Outreach to host town hall

Evelyn Luthringer
October 19, 2021

The Center for Innovation & Outreach is hosting a town hall meeting. Any RMU student who is interested in attending is welcome to come. Those who feel underrepresented are encouraged to attend. Dr. Anthony Robins, an Associate Professor of Biology in SEMS and D&I Coordinator...

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Police Blotter 10/05/21-10/11/21

Evelyn Luthringer
October 16, 2021

10/05/21: Suspicious Vehicle Check: A student reported a vehicle door open in the Patrick Henry lot. Officers responded and located the vehicle. It was determined that the seatbelt caused the door not to close. The door was closed and the vehicle secured. The case is closed.   10/05/21:...

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Thrive and Sigma Tau Gamma to host Walk for happiness

Angelie Bartholomew, Contributor
October 12, 2021

The mental health organization Thrive and Sigma Tau Gamma fraternity will be hosting the Happiness 24-Hour Walk-a-Thon in an attempt to end drunk driving. The event will take place from Friday, Oct. 22 at 5 p.m. until Saturday, Oct. 23 at 5 p.m. on the Nicholson front lawn. According...

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9/29/21-10/04/21 Police Blotter

Evelyn Luthringer
October 8, 2021

9/29/2021- Departmental Information: A student reported their microwave was on fire in Yorktown Hall. Officers responded but the smoke had dissipated. RMU Maintenance was notified to ventilate the room. The case is closed.   9/29/21- Fire Alarm-Smoke Detector Activated:...

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Harry Potter magic awakens at Moon Park

Aaron Frier, Contributor
October 4, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP – Expecto Patronum! In order to perform the spell, one must think of a happy memory. For many Harry Potter fans, a happy memory could be found at the Wizarding Festival in Moon Park on Sept. 18. The Harry Potter series is perhaps the most prominent book series...

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Police Blotter: 9/14/21-9/20/21

September 24, 2021

9/14/21- Departmental Information: A parent called to report identity theft on behalf of his daughter. This issue was resolved without any charges. The case is closed. 9/14/21- Harassment: RMU Island Sports Center Public Safety reported a fight between a coach and a parent....