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RoMo's RoundUp

RoMo’s RoundUp

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 11, 2013

Here’s what is happening at Robert Morris University the week of Feb. 10! Monday, Feb. 11 NBA Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves - Bus departs campus at 4 p.m. - Reservation through Student Life required Women's Basketball vs. Saint Francis - Sewall Center - 7:05...

Power restored on RMU'S Moon Campus; classes remain canceled for evening

Power restored on RMU’S Moon Campus; classes remain canceled for evening

Andrea Zanaglio, Editor-in-Chief
February 11, 2013

RMU closed  and classes were canceled at 1 p.m. on Monday after a campus-wide power outage left many buildings on the Moon campus in the dark. Power went out across RMU's campus around 11:45 a.m. on Monday. An RMU Alert sent to students and staff around noon stated that...

'Round about Pittsburgh: Public companies in Pittsburgh

‘Round about Pittsburgh: Public companies in Pittsburgh

Mike Funyak, Staff Writer
February 10, 2013

Public held companies headquartered in Pittsburgh How well do you know the companies based out of the Pittsburgh region?  How many publicly traded Pittsburgh based companies on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) or NASDAQ can you name or list?  The following is a list compiled...

Local residents speak out against airport fracking

Local residents speak out against airport fracking

Paul Wintruba, Assistant News Editor
February 9, 2013

This past Thursday evening, RMU played host to a public hearing of the Allegheny County Council. This hearing focussed on the issue of using hydraulic fracturing on land owned by the Pittsburgh International Airport. The Pittsburgh Post Gazette is reporting that Consol Energy,...

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Gourmet with a microwave: Recipe edition

Leah Moose and Elizabeth Witowich, Lifestyles Editor and Asst. Lifestyles Editor
February 8, 2013

Are college students stuck with quick but average food? We think not. Creating mouth-watering food is not reserved for those with a full kitchen, raw talent or time on their hands. Gourmet food is possible with a microwave, and we have found some of the best on-the-go and student-friendly...

RMU Goes Global, welcomes Dr. Helena Vanhala

RMU Goes Global, welcomes Dr. Helena Vanhala

Alyssa Bishop, Staff Writer
February 6, 2013

When Dr. Helena Vanhala came to Robert Morris University to the Media Arts Department, she brought with her a lifetime of global experience. Now, as the new Director for the Center for Global Engagement, Vanhala and her staff members have many exciting events to get involved...

Police Blotter: Jan. 29 - Feb. 04, 2013

Police Blotter: Jan. 29 – Feb. 04, 2013

February 5, 2013

1/29 - Suspicious Incident - A suspicious letter found in the Patrick Henry Center was turned into this department. After investigating the matter, it was determined that there was no validity with its content. (Closed) 1/29 - Property Damage - Parkhurst reported damage to...

RoMo's Round-Up

RoMo’s Round-Up

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 3, 2013

Here's what is going on at RMU the week of Feb. 3! Monday, Feb. 4 Sign-ups for Mr. RMU Pageant - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Nicholson Food Court Dress for Success Fashion Show - 2 to 3 p.m. - Sewall Dining Room. Tuesday, Feb. 5 Sign-ups for Mr. RMU Pageant - 11 a.m. to...

Dining services meeting previews future changes

Dining services meeting previews future changes

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 3, 2013

On Jan. 31 at 6 p.m., Dining Services held a meeting in lower Salem to discuss plans for the 2013-2014 school year. They work on a five-year plan basis, and this academic year finishes out the one that is currently in place. A plan for 2017-2018 is currently in the works, but...

SGA Update

SGA Update

Paul Wintruba, Assistant News Editor
January 30, 2013

This week’s SGA meeting started out with a Residence Life (ResLife) updated from Ashley Williams. - Housing selection will begin March 19. - Housing deposits (non-refundable) will be due on March 19. - Suite applications will be made available on Feb. 3 and will be...