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Charlotte Grover gets set to throw to first base. Photo credit: Ally Yovetich

Charlotte Grover named Horizon League Softball Player of the Week

Ethan Morrison
February 22, 2022

Robert Morris is off to their best start in program history, posting a 9-1 overall record. The team keeps bringing in the hardware as, after a 5-0 weekend at the Winthrop Invitational, Charlotte Grover was named Horizon League Softball Player of the Week. Over the weekend, Grover...

Evan Hellmich (left) and Corson Kealey (right) were named ASUN Defensive Player of the Week and Player of the Week, respectively. Photo credit: Ethan Morrison & Nathan Breisinger

Kealey, Hellmich pick up ASUN weekly awards

Madi Kerrigan
February 22, 2022

The men's lacrosse team swept the ASUN weekly awards this week as Corson Kealey and Evan Hellmich were honored by the ASUN after their game at Stony Brook this past weekend. Kealey, a graduate senior, took the title of ASUN Player of the Week. After his 100% shooting average...

Jake Kupchella celebrates his touchdown against Kennesaw State. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Big South and Ohio Valley Conference to merge for football

Michael Deemer
February 22, 2022

After much speculation of the future of Big South football, it was announced Tuesday afternoon by the Big South and Ohio Valley Conference that the two conferences will merge starting in the 2023 season. "It will provide the football member institutions a schedule of games against...

Photo Credit:  Nate's Reptile Rescue

SGA Hosts Reptile Exhibit on Campus

Hope Beatty, Head Arts and Entertainment Editor
February 21, 2022

If you were in the John Jay Gym Saturday afternoon, you saw everything from American toads to bearded dragons as the Student Government Association (SGA) hosted Nate’s Reptile Rescue. The unique experience was opened to all students and their families as it was RJ Sibs Day...

Dale Starr watches his team against Central Connecticut State. Photo credit: Michael Sciulli

Dale Starr named head coach of Western Illinois volleyball

Madi Kerrigan
February 21, 2022

MACOMB, Ill.– On Wednesday, it was announced that former Robert Morris head volleyball coach Dale Starr has officially accepted a head coaching position, replacing Ben Staupe at Western Illinois' program. After the announcement of no renewal of his contract after the 2021...

Photo Credit:  Robert Morris University

Robert Morris University Releases New Safety App for Students

Hope Beatty, Head Arts & Entertainment Editor
February 21, 2022

On Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022, Robert Morris University announced through email their new safety app, Omnilert, is now available for students, faculty, and staff to use. There will be an RMU Alert test on Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 to ensure that the app is working. If you choose...

Police Blotter: 02/08/2022-02/14/2022

Evelyn Luthringer
February 21, 2022

02/08/22: Property Damage (Vehicle): RMU Police reported a cracked windshield to patrol vehicle 701. The case is closed.   02/08/22: Fire Alarm-Smoke Detector Activated: Guardian Protection reported a fire alarm activation in Yorktown Hall. Officers responded and found...

New Games Available in Yorktown Lounge | Photo Gallery

New Games Available in Yorktown Lounge | Photo Gallery

Bailey Noel, Chief Photographer
February 21, 2022

Recently, the Office of Residence Life added new games and seating options to the Yorktown Hall Lounge. This includes two ping pong tables, a shelf of board games, a Packman gaming unit, a basketball free-throw game, and two foosball tables.

Dave Plungas stands on the sidelines during RMU's game against Howard. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

How Dave Plungas and Robert Morris find their talent

Michael Deemer
February 21, 2022

Robert Morris defensive coordinator and assistant head coach Dave Plungas has a more prominent role than just calling defensive plays on the sidelines. He also helps recruit the players on the field. Before arriving in Moon Township in 2018, Plungas started his recruiting career...

Simone Morris takes a shot over Northern Kentucky's Lindsey Duvall in the team's 64-49 loss on senior day. Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Rebounding woes plague Robert Morris in last home game of regular season

Aiden Dine
February 20, 2022

MOON TOWNSHIP– Robert Morris (12-13, 10-10 Horizon) came off of its first three-game win streak of the season looking to extend their win streak to four against the Northern Kentucky Norse (18-7, 12-6). RMU kicked off the day honoring the team's seniors to celebrate Senior...