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The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

Police Blotter 8/18/14-8/25/14

Police Blotter 8/18/14-8/25/14

August 27, 2014

8/18/14 – Welfare Check - A parent came to the station and requested assistance with contacting his daughter who was not responding to his phone calls.  Officers were able to make contact with the daughter and advised her to contact her father. (Closed) 8/18/14 – Trouble...

Moon Area School District raises awareness for ALS

Delaney Hassell, Staff Reporter
August 26, 2014

Moon Area High School went above and beyond with over 300 students and faculty members participating in the wildly popular Ice Bucket Challenge. Among the faculty who took part were superintendent Curt Baker and principal Barry Balaski. Students who participated had to bring...

Wolf campaign continues in Pittsburgh

Hannah Smith, News Editor
August 25, 2014

The Democratic campaign for the gubernatorial elections was in full swing in the Pittsburgh area today with Tom Wolf first making an appearance at the Roberto Clemente Museum, followed by a visit to the Mt. Lebanon Democratic Committee event. Wolf was accompanied by Rich Fitzgerald,...

Anthony Moretti in his new office.

Moretti accepts new role in Engaged Learning Office

Cecil Grubbs, Staff Writer
August 25, 2014

Robert Morris University journalism professor Dr. Anthony Moretti is preparing for a whole new responsibility on campus this year. For the 2014-15 academic year, Moretti has traded in textbooks for Student Engagement Transcripts as the new Co-Director of Engaged Learning. "It...

Bento Bowl and Chobani yogurt bar among new fixtures for RMU dining

Bento Bowl and Chobani yogurt bar among new fixtures for RMU dining

Hannah Smith, News Editor
August 24, 2014

Each year Robert Morris University sees a number of changes around campus, and the dining services are no exception. Thanks to student feedback, PNC Colonial Café, RoMo’s Café, Hale Center Café and Wheatley Café have all been given an update over the summer semester. There...

Why is the Ice Bucket Challenge so hot?

Delaney Hassell, Staff Reporter
August 21, 2014

For the past few weeks most people cannot open any form of social media without seeing the words "Ice Bucket Challenge", whether it is a video of a friend doing it or opinions about the latest viral social media movement. Famous athletes, singers and actors, such as Oprah Winfrey,...

Police Blotter 8/05/14-8/18/14

Police Blotter 8/05/14-8/18/14

August 20, 2014

08/06/14 - Student Conduct Drugs - This department was informed of a student in violation of the University drug policy.  The student was removed from campus. (Closed) 08/08/14 - Property Damage - Maintenance reported damage done to the Colonial Way Lot gate #2. A report...

Police Blotter 4/22/14 - 4/28/14

Police Blotter 4/22/14 – 4/28/14

April 29, 2014

4/22/14 - Medical Emergency - This department was advised of a student with respiratory problems needing an ambulance in Concord Hall.  Valley Ambulance was notified and transported the student to Allegheny General Hospital for further treatment. (Closed) 4/23/14 - Trouble...

Police Blotter 4/15/14 - 4/21/14

Police Blotter 4/15/14 – 4/21/14

April 23, 2014

4/15/14 - Suspicious Vehicle - An officer viewed a vehicle parked in the Fire Lane behind Washington Hall, known of suspicious activity.  The driver of the vehicle was on the PNG list and was cited for simple trespass. 4/15/14 - Medical Emergency - This department was advised...

Bronze Bob creates new tradition at RMU

Bronze Bob creates new tradition at RMU

Victoria Williams, Staff Writer
April 22, 2014

  On April 21, Robert Morris University welcomed a new addition to its community: Bronze Bob. The ceremony revealing the bronze statue donated by the Class of 2013 took place beside the Nicholson fire pit. During the ceremony, President Dell’Omo spoke about how...