English department professor Dr. Stephen Arch no longer RMU employee

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
April 30, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Jonathan Potts, senior director of public relations at Robert Morris University, confirmed last Friday that English department adjunct professor Dr. Stephen Arch is no longer an RMU employee. Arch had taught at RMU as an adjunct professor since 2001, according to his profile on rmu.edu. Prior to... Read more »

Finals Frenzy

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
April 29, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Along with finals comes opportunities for students to de-stress, and of course fuel up with free food offered throughout the week. The library will be open from 7:30 a.m. until 2:00 a.m. Monday through Thursday night. Tuesday, April 30 the Office of Residence Life is sponsoring the Almost Midnight... Read more »

Class Officers for 2013-2014 announced

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
April 22, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

The winners of the class officer elections are as follows:   Class of 2016 President - Matthew Corkery Vice President - Evyn Selden   Class of 2015 President - Christopher Kelley Vice President - Richard "Kamau" Njenga   Class of 2014 President - Chauncey... Read more »

RoMo’s RoundUp

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
April 22, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Here's what's happening the week of April 22 before finals week hits at RMU! Monday April 22 Balancing out Hunger donations will be accepted throughout the week - Information in Rotunda 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. and donations can be made at any food service location at any time   Tuesday, April... Read more »

RMU students go “One Day Without Shoes”

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
April 16, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Tuesday, April 16 was much like other days at Robert Morris University, and students even went through getting ready with their normal morning routines. Only one action had to be subtracted, and that was picking out and putting on a pair of shoes. This was one small step out of the routine that would... Read more »

Survey says: Students want new Rec Center

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
April 16, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Earlier in the semester, the entire student body was surveyed about the level of need and desire for a new recreation center. The survey informed students that this new addition would come at a cost of approximately an additional $50-$100 fee each semester in order to build and maintain this facility.... Read more »

RoMo’s RoundUp

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
April 14, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Here’s what’s happening the week of April 15 at RMU, from class officer elections to musicals to students going barefoot!   Tuesday, April 16 Day Without Shoes - All day event across campus Open Mic Night - Nicholson Food Court - 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. Scheduling for Fall 2013 begins   Wednesday,... Read more »

RoMo’s Roundup

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
April 7, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Here's what's going on the week of April 7th at Robert Morris University, from Greek Week 2013 to giving blood and more! Sunday, April 7 Greek Week opening ceremony on Nicholson Front Lawn - 3:00 p.m. Greek week competitions: 4x4, Pyramid, Dizzy Bat in the Sewall Center - 4:00 p.m., Tug of War,... Read more »

Adams claims Battle of the Halls championship title

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
April 6, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Residence halls across campus this past week have been competing hard against each other to take home the championship title from 2013's Battle of the Halls. Students have lived side by side all year in their halls, but this competition tests how well they actually work together as a team in various... Read more »

Communication and Media Arts students put Creativity to Work

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
April 3, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

For the past nine years, Communication, Media Arts, and English students have gotten the unique opportunity to not only network with potential employers and gain knowledge from people currently in their desired field, but also put their creativity to work. On Wednesday, April 3 from 8 a.m. until 12:30... Read more »

Romo’s RoundUp

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 31, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Here's what's happening the week of April 1 as everyone returns from the Easter holiday! Monday, April 1 Battle of the Halls begins this week - see Facebook event page for details on times and tournaments   Tuesday, April 2 Guest speaker Juergen Rekus Roundtable Presentation: "The... Read more »

Easter Break 2013

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 28, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

There will be no classes tomorrow, Mar. 29, in observation of Good Friday and the Easter holiday. Hours of operation for various locations on campus open during the break are as follows: Romo's Cafe: Thursday, Mar. 28: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, Mar. 29 through Saturday, Mar. 30: 10:00 a.m.... Read more »

RHA to host 3rd annual Battle of The Halls competition

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 26, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

The third annual Battle of the Halls will take place April 1 through April 6 after students return from Easter Break. Halls are encouraged to gather members to compose teams to participate in the various events and competitions throughout the week. Points will be given to not only all winners of the... Read more »

Romo’s RoundUp

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 25, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Monday, March 25 RMU vs. Providence Viewing Party at Latitude 40 begins at 5 p.m.   Tuesday, March 26 Lecture by Nadav Amir-Himmel, prize-winning composer and pianist, on his compositions and their relationship to work of Dali in Franklin 203 from 9:30-10:45 a.m. Music recital for... Read more »

Celebrating Communications at RMU

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 20, 2013
Filed under News

On Wednesday, March 20, RMU's Department of Communication will be hosting approximately 125 high school students for the event, Celebrating Communication. The event will focus mainly on the first amendment and all the freedoms that journalists and the media have as a result of it. There will be sessions... Read more »

March Madness? It Might as Well Have Been

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 20, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Though the Robert Morris Men’s Basketball team failed to make the NCAA tournament after being predicted to do so, post season fever swept RMU on Sunday night when it was announced the University of Kentucky was coming to the Charles L. Sewall Center on Tuesday night for round one of the NIT.  The... Read more »

Romo’s RoundUp

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 18, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Here's what's going on at RMU the week of March 18th as everyone settles back in after spring break! Monday, Mar. 18 SGA Meeting 5 p.m. - Franklin 203 Tuesday, Mar. 19 Housing Contracts due Open Mic Night 8 p.m. - Nicholson Food Court NIT Robert Morris vs. Kentucky Basketball Game  7 p.m.... Read more »

RHA to host St. Patrick’s Day party

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 13, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

 The transition fromspring break back to school is a tough one, and this year this transition happens to occur on St. Patrick’s Day. This holiday is notorious for being a fun-filled one and typically involves going out and/or alcohol. At RMU, Residence Hall Association (RHA) is offering an additional... Read more »

Those Two Coveted Words: “You’re Hired!”

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 11, 2013
Filed under SCJ in the Big Apple: CMA National Convention 2013

I have had the privilege of being at the CMA (College Media Association) conference with some of the upcoming best and brightest in the industry. I have been surrounded by people who possess talent, drive, and will bring so many great things to the media in the near future. Yet, I found myself sitting... Read more »

“Thinking Like an Editor” but on a Bigger Scale

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 11, 2013
Filed under SCJ in the Big Apple: CMA National Convention 2013

The session “Thinking Like an Editor”, got me thinking before I even walked into the room, taught me a lot, then left me thinking long after I left. This was the first time I have attended an academic conference on a collegiate level, and it really put how much I still have yet to learn into perspective.... Read more »

SCJ in the Big Apple: CMA National Convention 2013

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 7, 2013
Filed under Blogs, SCJ in the Big Apple: CMA National Convention 2013, Top Stories

What do all of these acronyms mean? Robert Morris University’s Chapter of the Society for Collegiate Journalists (SCJ) is taking on New York City for the College Media Association’s 2013 Conference. Eleven students will be representing the club, including SCJ President John Klocko, SCJ Secretary... Read more »

Upcoming Pittsburgh Speaker Series: Vicente Fox

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 7, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

The next speaker in the Pittsburgh Speaker Series presented by Robert Morris University is Vicente Fox, President of Mexico from 2000-2006. He will be speaking at Heinz Hall on March 13 at 8:00 p.m. Students interested in obtaining tickets must go to the Office of Student Life and should be aware tickets... Read more »

RoMo’s RoundUp

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
March 3, 2013
Filed under News

Here’s what’s happening the week before spring Break at RMU!   Monday, March 4 OSCE Service Project: Light of Life - 3:50 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.   Tuesday, March 5 Colonial Auction - 9 p.m. - Massey Hall Open Mic Night - 9 p.m. - Nicholson Food Court   Wednesday,... Read more »

RMU celebrates Irish Heritage throughout March

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 28, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

The RMU Irish Heritage Committee is taking the month of March to celebrate Irish Heritage since the month is already known for St. Patrick’s Day. The music, food, and storytelling throughout the month will be centralized around the “Legacy of Ireland”. March 1 at 2:30 p.m. - Chef Dan’s Cooking... Read more »

Delta Phi Epsilon to raise ANAD awareness all week

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 25, 2013
Filed under News

Today, mirrors in women’s restrooms throughout campus were covered with paper that had inspirational quotes written on them. This was done by the Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority to kick off Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD) awareness week. No more mirrors will be covered, but there will... Read more »

Romo’s RoundUp

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 24, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Welcome to another edition of RoMo's Roundup to jumpstart your week! Throughout this week, the sister of Delta Phi Epsilon will be raising awareness for Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (ANAD) as part of Eating Disorders Awareness Week with several events. Read on to see what specific events... Read more »

Friday marks beginning of Little Sibs weekend

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 21, 2013
Filed under News

Friday night through Sunday, younger siblings of RMU students have a unique opportunity to spend the weekend on campus for Little Siblings Weekend. This year's theme is "Superheroes and Sidekicks", with the students being superheroes and their little siblings being the sidekicks. Many different events... Read more »

RMU students looking to build relationship with Navajo Nation

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 20, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Dr. Karshner and Donna Anderson will be leading a 3-week Service-Learning trip to the Navajo Nation from May 12 through June 1.  The trip is in conjunction with two 8-week courses, Reading Myths (ELIT1060) and Comparative Philosophy (PHIL1020), that Dr. Karshner will be teaching during the second part... Read more »

RoMo’s RoundUp

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 17, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Romo’s RoundUp for Feb. 18 - Feb.23 Monday, Feb. 18 President’s Day (classes still being held) Marco Mondays 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19 Honors Presentation: "Levels of Knowledge in Traditional and Counter Traditional Folklore" 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Hale 302 Open Mic... Read more »

Jeanette Walls speaks at RMU, Heinz Hall for Pittsburgh Speaker Series

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 14, 2013
Filed under News

Jeanette Walls is the author of the New York Times best-selling memoir, The Glass Castle. She worked as a journalist in New York for 20 years, writing for publications such as New York Magazine, USA Today and MSNBC.com. Additionally, she is the speaker for the Pittsburgh Speaker Series and presented... Read more »

Housing selection season at RMU in full swing

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 13, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

As of late, the talk of campus, especially for those who reside on-campus, has been housing. Searching for roommates, adding up credits, and wondering where the best possible place to live during the 2013-2014 school year is are common activities for students this time of year. Some of the many questions... Read more »

RoMo’s RoundUp

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 11, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

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 p.m.   Tuesday,... Read more »

RoMo’s Round-Up

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 3, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

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 1 p.m. - Nicholson Food... Read more »

Dining services meeting previews future changes

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
February 3, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

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 this meeting’s purpose... Read more »

Residence Hall Happenings at RMU

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
January 30, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Three weeks into the semester, and all resident students are settled back into their homes away from home at Robert Morris University. Just because everyone is settled though does not mean Residence Life is not as busy as ever. Many residents in the freshman dorms came back to school to find new and... Read more »

RoMo’s Round-up

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
January 27, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

Here's what's happening at Robert Morris University the week of Jan. 28! Monday, Jan. 28 Senior portraits - 3 to 7 p.m. - Sewall Center SGA Meeting - 5 p.m. - Franklin 203 Tuesday, Jan. 29 Annual IRS Filing Requirement for Student Clubs/Organizations Sessions - 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and... Read more »

Calling all seniors: ‘The Patriot’ offers 2 last chances for senior portraits

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
January 22, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

For the first time in years, Robert Morris University will be coming out with a yearbook for the 2012-2013 school year. The staff has decided to feature portraits of only the seniors because yearbooks are free of charge for those graduating this year. Though seniors have had  multiple opportunities... Read more »

RoMo’s Round-up

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
January 20, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

This week RMU celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In remembrance, various activities will be held on campus to honor King throughout the week. Monday, Jan. 21 Martin Luther King Jr. Day – No classes (View RMU Dining Hours here.) Black Student Union watch party for... Read more »

RMU Library offers textbook alternative to buying, selling, renting madness

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
January 17, 2013
Filed under News, Top Stories

The holiday break may be over, but ‘tis the season for something else! That something else being textbooks. The Facebook pages for the various RMU graduating classes are flooding with the words “looking for” and “selling.” The bookstore is busier than ever, and the web is being surfed for the... Read more »

President Dell’Omo addresses RMU, Barack Obama in aftermath of Conn. school shooting

Leah Fleischel, News Editor
December 19, 2012
Filed under News

On Tuesday, Dec. 18, President Gregory Dell’Omo sent an e-mail to the Robert Morris University community addressing the tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut that occurred the previous Friday. Twenty kindergarten students and six teachers/administrators were killed in a shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary... Read more »

The time is now: Get involved!

Leah Fleischel, Copy Editor
October 1, 2012
Filed under Blogs, Stay Fresh, man!

We are officially into the month of October, which means we’re all settled into our lives here at RMU. Everyone has their own routine, and it’s becoming extremely comfortable. This isn’t a bad thing, but college is a time to step out of your comfort zone. There are tons of ways to get involved... Read more »

Stay Fresh, Man!: What’s the rush? Sorority Recruitment 2012

Leah Fleischel, Copy Editor
September 23, 2012
Filed under Blogs, Stay Fresh, man!, Top Stories

There wasn't a whole lot going on at campus this past weekend in preparation for homecoming next weekend, except for sorority recruitment. This year’s group of girls hit record numbers, so the stakes were high, but it was to be a lot of fun for those involved. As it stands right now, registration... Read more »

Homecoming 2012: You don’t want to miss this!

Leah Fleischel, Copy Editor
September 15, 2012
Filed under Blogs, Stay Fresh, man!, Top Stories

It’s hard to visit the Class of 2016 Facebook page, or even hear a conversation without the mention of Homecoming. This is with good reason though, as it is quickly approaching and is one of the most fun weekends here at RMU! This year’s festivities will be held Sept. 28 and 29, and there is plenty... Read more »

Stay Fresh, man! Class of 2016 Edition

Leah Fleischel, Copy Editor
September 14, 2012
Filed under Blogs, Stay Fresh, man!

Welcome to Stay Fresh, man! If you're a freshman, or even if you're not and just want some information or perspective, this is your place for all things freshman year related! My name's Leah Fleischel, I'm a freshman communications major and Copy Editor for The Sentry, and I'll be handling this blog... Read more »