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Robert Morris Announces Largest Freshman Class in Recent Memory, New Campus Enhancements

Robert Morris Announces Largest Freshman Class in Recent Memory, New Campus Enhancements

Michael Deemer
August 29, 2023

On the day new students start their first day of classes, Robert Morris University announced the University's Class of 2027 is the largest in recent memory. The class is a 25% increase from last fall. The school did not announce the number of students. "We are thrilled...

Nduka leads the conference with five goals this season, including three in the last two games. Photo credit: Justin Berl/RMU Athletics

Nduka Named Horizon League Offensive Player of the Week

Samuel Goldberg
August 28, 2023

After an incredible week of play, it does not surprise that Lidia Nduka was named Horizon League Offensive Player of the Week. She scored three goals over the last two games for Robert Morris. It is the the second week in a row a Colonial has been featured as a conference player...

RMU Sport Management Department Head Retires after 47 years with the University

RMU Sport Management Department Head Retires after 47 years with the University

Cole Brennan
August 28, 2023

After 47 years with Robert Morris University, Dr. David Synowka has decided to retire. Over the years, Synowka has established the Sport Management program as one most popular and top programs in the country. Over his long career with the university, he was an athletic trainer...

Racially Motivated Attack Claims Three Victims in Florida

Racially Motivated Attack Claims Three Victims in Florida

Mitchell McIntosh
August 28, 2023

Three people were gunned down in a racially motivated attack at a Dollar General in Jacksonville, Florida. The victims were identified as Angela Michelle Carr, 52; AJ Laguerre Jr., 19; and Jerrald Gallion, 29. All three victims were black. The shooter has been identified as...

Pittsburgh FBI, S.W.A.T., police, paramedics, and Pennsylvania State Troopers were all at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh during a mass shooting October 27, 2018.

Homicide Suspect Apprehended by Police and SWAT Team

Mitchell McIntosh
August 27, 2023

A man attempting to evade the law while facing vehicular homicide charges was apprehended in the borough of Vandergrift on Friday. The suspect has been identified as Mattew David Carlson, 35. Carlson has been charged with felony vehicular homicide and vehicular aggravated...

Despite outshooting Niagara 20-6, the Colonials settle for a 1-1 draw

Men’s Soccer Settles for Draw Against Niagara

Amere Keasley
August 27, 2023

MOON TOWNSHIP-- Coming off of a dominant 5-0 win on Thursday against VMI, the Colonials look to start their season unbeaten against Niagara. Despite outshooting the Purple Eagles, the game ended in a 1-1 draw. "It's tough," head coach Jonathan Potter said postgame. "We just...

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Former President Donald Trump Surrenders to Authorities in Georgia

Mitchell McIntosh
August 26, 2023

Former President Donald Trump voluntarily surrendered to authorities at the Fulton County jail in Atlanta on Thursday evening. Trump was booked, had his mugshot, and fingerprints taken. This is an unprecedented moment for the country, as this is the first time in history a former...

Head coach Danny Doherty enters  his second full season as head coach of the Colonials

Volleyball Enters Into Second Season Under Danny Doherty

Amere Keasley
August 25, 2023

After a tough 2022 season, the Robert Morris volleyball team looks to bounce back strongly in 2023. The team finished the 2022 campaign with a 9-21 record and a 2-16 record in conference play in the first season under head coach Danny Doherty. Last year, the Colonials started...

Ninth President of Robert Morris University Dr. Michelle Patrick addresses the crowd during the Inauguration ceremony on Oct. 7, 2022

Robert Morris Holds Matriculation Ceremony for 2023-24 School Year

Avry Fields
August 25, 2023

President Michelle Patrick addressed the freshman class Thursday during the annual RMU Matriculation ceremony. The ceremony started with a performance from the band, which led into the national anthem and thus began the ceremony. President Patrick introduced herself along...