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The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

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COVID-19 across the country: Western PA vs MA

Hannah Shiflett, Contributor
February 5, 2021

Editor’s Note: Here at RMU Sentry Media, our writers come from all over the nation and the state of Pennsylvania. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all of those areas differently. During their time at home over break, some of our writers dove into how the pandemic has changed...

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City of Pittsburgh prepares as large amounts of snow and ice are predicted

Michael Delehanty, Assistant News Editor
January 31, 2021

PITTSBURGH - As a large snowstorm from the West Coast is expected to hit Western Pennsylvania Sunday and Monday, the City of Pittsburgh Department of Public Works is preparing road salt treatments and plowing throughout the city. Snow is expected from 1 a.m. on Sunday through...

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RMU working to bring COVID-19 vaccine to eligible employees, does not currently have supply

John Blinn, News Editor
January 30, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Eligible members of the Robert Morris University community could soon receive COVID-19 vaccinations, but the campus does not yet have its own supply of vaccines. "We continue to monitor and pursue opportunities, but RMU does not have its own supply of vaccine,...

RMU 100: The Man Behind the Name

RMU 100: The Man Behind the Name

Michael Delehanty, Assistant News Editor
January 29, 2021

Everyone on campus has heard the name Robert Morris. That just goes without saying. Most know that he was a historical figure involved in the American Revolution and the formation of the United States. However, a lot of people do not know much more about Robert Morris as he can...

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COVID-19 across the country: Delaware imposes statewide plastic carryout bag ban

Tyler Gallo, Contributor
January 28, 2021

Editor's Note: Here at RMU Sentry Media, our writers come from all over the nation and the state of Pennsylvania. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all of those areas differently. During their time at home over break, some of our writers dove into how the pandemic has changed...

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Co-CEO of Netflix grants $3 million to Robert Morris University to be used for scholarships

John Blinn, News Editor
January 27, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Robert Morris University has received $3 million dollars from Netflix founder and co-CEO Reed Hastings. The money will be used to fund a total of 20 scholarships for incoming students. The RMU Next Century Scholarships will cover room, board and the cost of...

RMU 100: Beginnings of Bobby Mo

RMU 100: Beginnings of Bobby Mo

Michael Delehanty, Assistant News Editor
January 15, 2021

It is safe to assume that Robert Morris University is a special place. Whether you are a student, alumni, faculty member, or professor, RMU has a special place in your heart, in one way or another. It is a place where students have grow from shy kids fresh out of high school...

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RMU changes start of semester to January 19, cancels 2021 Spring Break

Garret Roberts, Editor in Chief
December 22, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP -- With COVID-19 cases still rising across the globe, Robert Morris University has announced big changes to their spring schedule in an attempt to keep students safe. In an email to students earlier this morning, RMU's Student Health Center announced that the...

UPDATE: Missing 16-year-old boy from Tarentum found

UPDATE: Missing 16-year-old boy from Tarentum found

John Blinn, News Editor
December 1, 2020

UPDATE: Ratliff was reported to be found at 11:30 p.m. on December 1. TARENTUM -- Authorities in Tarentum are asking for help in finding a boy who went missing. 16-year-old Ronald Ratliff was last seen at 4 a.m. Tuesday morning. Ratliff is 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs...

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RMU announces cancellation of all 2021 FLEAPs amid worldwide COVID-19 surge

Michael Delehanty, Assistant News Editor
November 30, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Robert Morris University has announced that all Faculty-Led Education Abroad Programs, also referred to as FLEAPs, have been cancelled and the courses will not take place in the 2021 academic year. In an email sent on Monday afternoon, the news was delivered...