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RMU Sentry Media

The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

New Capital Campaign looks to close gap between revenue and overall cost

Maria Mauti, Staff Writer
September 30, 2011

Universities, whether public or private, rely on generated tuition to run their operations. Traditionally, Robert Morris University has used this model to fund itself as well. However, this year RMU is breaking from this tradition with a new vision, launching an unconventional...

Pink Feet fundraiser takes steps toward breast cancer cure

Sara Dinwiddie, Staff Writer
September 30, 2011

Each year, Robert Morris University’s Honors Student Advisory Committee organizes a fundraiser in October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This year, the committee has decided upon the Pink Feet fundraiser, which will be held on Oct. 15 at the softball field located across...

RMU’s Multicultural Student Services celebrates Hispanic heritage

Amanda Burgess, Staff Writer
September 30, 2011

  STAFF WRITER   Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 not only on campus, but also around the nation. Robert Morris University takes part in this celebration by providing informational and recreational activities for everyone. The...

Kennywood celebrates 10th anniversary with new haunt for Fright Nights

Nathan Sudie, Contributing Writer
September 30, 2011

Imagine walking down a dark and dismal hallway, not knowing where the next turn will be, hearing distance voices and screams while running from a frightening shadowy figure. For some, it’s an experience they crave this time of year, and Kennywood amusement park, located...

Hometown reopens for business

Hometown reopens for business

Erica Sablofski, Staff Writer
September 21, 2011

  After students returned to find Hometown Pizza deserted on Beaver Grade Road, the wait for the beloved pizza place’s reopening is over. Many Robert Morris University students were pleased to learn that Hometown Pizza, one of their most popular local restaurants, reopened...

RMU committed to veterans

RMU committed to veterans

Andrea Zanaglio and Jeff Crooks, News Editor; Assistant News Editor
September 15, 2011

With new services and technology, Robert Morris University is expanding its commitment to active military members and veterans. This year, RMU has seen an increase in veterans. Dr. Daniel Rota, director of veteran’s education and training services, stated that last spring...

Welcome to the neighborhood, Walmart

Welcome to the neighborhood, Walmart

Kyra Mayo, Staff Writer
September 15, 2011

Since its proposal, the establishment of a Walmart in Moon Township has been surrounded by controversy, leaving residents of Moon Township teetering between excitement and disappointment for this new addition to the area. Michelle Williams, a resident of Moon Township stated,...

Police Blotter: Aug. 23 – Sept. 12, 2011

September 15, 2011

8/23 - Accident - A visitor at the University came in and reported backing into a parked vehicle on campus. The owner of the other vehicle was notified and both parties information was taken for insurance purposes. 8/23 - Medical Emergency - Resident Life called and advised...

Student Government starts year strong

Erica Sablofski, Staff Writer
September 15, 2011

Kicking off another new semester, Robert Morris University’s Student Government Association (SGA) looks to continue its mission of serving as a liaison between students and faculty as well as provide plenty of entertaining activities. Students who wish to voice an issue...

RMU housing crunch: More students, not enough rooms

RMU housing crunch: More students, not enough rooms

Alyssa Bishop, Staff Writer
September 15, 2011

In 2010, Robert Morris University saw 896 freshmen from the Class of 2014 come to campus for their first semester at college. Of these 896 students, 721 of them lived on campus, according to John Michalenko, dean of students and chief student officer. Now, in 2011, Michalenko...