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Valentines Day for singles

Valentine’s Day for singles

Maya Ehikhamenor
February 13, 2017

It’s Valentine’s Day and you’re single. Big whoop. You’re probably just waiting for this day to come and go, but there is no need to think that way anymore. You have options and hopefully you can take advantage of them this year. Here are 12 ideas for...

Humans of RMU: The aspiring author

Humans of RMU: The aspiring author

Maura Linehan
February 10, 2017

As an adult, Dr. Chester Thompson, D.Sc., RMU’s Director for Student Support and Community Outreach Programs, learned a family secret that would change his life forever. What came about through that experience has led Thompson to undertake the writing of a book about his...

Is the Internet taking over fashion?

Is the Internet taking over fashion?

Maya Ehikhamenor
February 8, 2017

Wet Seal has been a popular store that aimed for young adults and sold contemporary clothing at affordable prices. Recently, news came out that the company will close down all of its stores. This is not the first time the company is in the bankruptcy courts. The first time was...

POTW

Pet of the Week: Cherise

February 4, 2017

Cherise is an adorable Florida White rabbit who was surrendered to Animal Friends. She is one independent bunny. But that doesn’t mean Cherise isn’t friendly. She’ll warm up and approach you for pets as soon as she gets to know you, but she likes to explore her surroundings...

Take a break and ThinkTank

Take a break and ThinkTank

Maura Linehan
February 3, 2017

On December 6, 2010 a YouTube channel, currently branded as “ThinkTank,” posted its first video. The show’s current hosts, Hannah Cranston and John Iadarola, use the show to discuss subjects they think their audience should know something about—but probably...

Author of the month: Langston Hughes

Author of the month: Langston Hughes

Kelly Guerra
February 1, 2017
February 1st marks the birthday of American poet Langston Hughes.
Photo credit: Katey Ladika

Slip into a new winter wardrobe

Jocelyn Burns
January 30, 2017

Unfortunately, the winter season has arrived and is in full swing. Here at RMU, attendees have been lucky that the snow hasn't hit terribly until just recently, but with the freezing temperatures and the unpleasant weather, we all must switch out our spring wardrobe to a cold...

A Dogs Purpose Review

A Dog’s Purpose Review

Malik Frierson
January 27, 2017
A dog's Purpose is the newest feel good movie from Ambien entertainment. But does the movie warm the heart or leave the audience with a bone to pick?
Pet of the Week: Joker

Pet of the Week: Joker

January 27, 2017

Are you a calm person looking for a sensitive companion in your life?  If so, Joker might be worth a look!  He probably won’t run you a warm bath or rub your back after a long day at work, but he can be a very affectionate guy in the right environment.  Joker seems to have...

Steeler nation turns cold

Steeler nation turns cold

Maura Linehan
January 25, 2017

The winter weather on campus feels so much colder this week as the temperatures dip and, more significantly, as many fans begin dealing with the abrupt end to the football season of the Steelers. For those who do not follow the Pittsburgh sports scene, the city’s beloved...