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The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

The Robert Morris University community gathered to remember and honor Antwon Rose Jr., who was shot and killed by Pittsburgh Police Officer Michael Rosdeld in June 2018. Photo Date: March 29, 2019. Photo Credit: (RMU Sentry Media/Soundharjya Babu)

What Should the Memphis Police Department Have Done With the Video of Tyre Nichols?

Terryaun Bell
February 1, 2023

Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old black man, was assaulted by five police officers. On Friday, the City of Memphis Police Department released the video. "The videos were released so the world could witness the family's pain," according to an article from NBC news. It was also released...

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Robert Morris University Holds Paper Airplane Competition

Anna Slaybaugh, Contributor
January 31, 2023

On Saturday, Robert Morris University students gathered in the John Jay Gym for a paper airplane competition. Students had the option to make as many airplanes as they wanted. Paper was provided so that the students had the opportunity to make more than one. To test their...

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This Week On Campus: 1/29/23- 2/4/23

Hope Beatty, Head Arts and Entertainment Editor
January 31, 2023

Robert Morris University is hosting several events on campus this week. Check out the schedule for the week below: Jan. 31, 2023: The Humanities department is hosting an opening ceremony for the current art gallery "Balanced Response." The gallery is being jointly presented...

Armstrong Tunnel to close Saturday morning

Armstrong Tunnel to close Saturday morning

Evelyn Luthringer
January 26, 2023

Over the weekend there will be some changes in routes many use to get around Pittsburgh. The Armstrong Tunnels will be closing during the morning on Saturday. The tunnel for those traveling inbound will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. and ending at 9 a.m. The outbound tunnel will...

Pittsburgh reviewing tax-exempt properties owned by charities

Pittsburgh reviewing tax-exempt properties owned by charities

Cole Brennan
January 25, 2023

Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey issued an executive order directing the Finance and Law Departments to review tax-exempt properties owned by charities. The move was made to ensure it is appropriate under Pennsylvania law. The mayor released a statement Wednesday. "In the...

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Top Five Video Games of 2022

Maximus Tate, Contributor
January 25, 2023

A lot happened this year, some good and some bad, a highlight this year however was the brand new game releases. From the final entry in the new God of War saga, to the newest game made by the fan favorite From Software. I took a look back at my top five favorite games from last...

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“It’s Been a Hell of a Journey” Panic! At The Disco Announces the End of Their Music Career

Finn Lyons, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
January 24, 2023
Brendon Urie announced today that his band Panic! At The Disco will no longer be producing music.
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Billy Idol to Perform at UPMC Events Center This May

Kaelei Whitlatch, Copy Editor
January 23, 2023

Billy Idol is the next artist to take the stage at the UPMC Events Center. The British musician will be performing at Robert Morris’s campus venue on May 1. The three-time Grammy nominee is embarking on the Idol Live! tour with stops beginning in Scottsdale, Ariz. and...

RMU and Vitalant to host blood drive

RMU and Vitalant to host blood drive

Evelyn Luthringer
January 23, 2023

Robert Morris University has partnered with Vitalant to hold another Blood Drive. The event is hosted by RMU Colonials and Community Service. The drive will take place on Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will occur at the Franklin Center in room 204. Although walk-ins...

POLICE BLOTTER in white lettering over top of a black background. There are two baby blue circles and a red circle behind the end of BLOTTER

Police Blotter: 1/05/2023-1/09/2023

Evelyn Luthringer, Contributor
January 19, 2023

1/05/2023: Welfare Check: Caller reported a possible medical emergency in Lexington Hall. Officers responded and notified Residence Life. Medics responded and evaluated the student. The student was cleared to stay on campus. The case is closed.   1/06/2023: Found Property:...