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RMU Sentry Media

The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

Snow, slush and wet roads were the story of the day in Moon Township and across much of the Pittsburgh region. Photo Credit: (RMU Sentry Media/Gage Goulding)

AAA tips and suggestions to help motorists stay safe this winter

Jess Zaccarelli, Contributor
March 6, 2019
Winter can be a dangerous time to be on the road. AAA wants drivers to know the risks of driving in inclement weather and be prepared in the case of an emergency.
MOON TOWNSHIP -- Joey DelSardo talks to students at Robert Morris (Tyler Gallo/RMU Sentry Media).

Former University of Pittsburgh football player Joey DelSardo tells his story

Tyler Gallo, Contributor
March 5, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Last Thursday night, Joey DelSardo, former University of Pittsburgh wide receiver, came to Robert Morris University's Hopwood Hall to tell his life story about his battle with addiction. From having the No. 1 play of the week on SportsCenter to stealing from...

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Study: WalletHub announces the most diverse cities in 2019

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
March 5, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - WalletHub compared more than 500 cities to find out more about America’s current cultural profile. The cities are graded on a 100-point scale, with a score of 100 showing the highest diversity in an area. The five most ethnically diverse cities are listed...

RMU family members share their experience from Venezuela

Garret Roberts, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
March 4, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP — While many are following the political conflict in Venezuela, their engagement usually only lasts as long as the story appears on the evening news. For Robert Morris University student Maria Calcano, however, Venezuela is not just an exotic nation that is facing...

Plungers jump into the cold water during the 2019 Pittsburgh Polar Plunge. Photo Credit: (Flickr/Special Olympics Pennsylvania)

Pittsburgh was ‘Freezin’ For a Reason’ all for a good cause

Adelyn Berdine, Contributor
March 3, 2019

PITTSBURGH - Despite the low water temperature of 28 degrees and air temperatures of 42 degrees, the Pittsburgh Polar Plunge was a great success. The event was presented by Law Enforcement for Special Olympics PA and took place outside of Heinz Field. Pre-plunge activities...

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Second flu death reported in Allegheny Co., officials encourage immunizations

Gage Goulding, News Editor
March 3, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- The Allegheny County Health Department has released that another person has died due to the flu. Officials said in a statement to the media that this is the second flu death this season. A male in his mid-70s has died due to flu complications, according...

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RMU’s John McCarthy receives Fullbright Award

John Blinn, Assistant News Editor
March 2, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - History professor at Robert Morris University, John McCarthy, has been awarded the Fullbright Award. The Fullbright Scholarship will grant McCarthy the opportunity to teach, in Bratislava, Slovakia, next year during the spring semester. "I want my family...

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Shamrock Shake returns to McDonalds restaurants

Gage Goulding, News Editor
March 1, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- For nearly 40 years McDonald's has kept customers on the edge of their seat craving the Shamrock Shake for just one month out of the year. The Shamrock Shake made its return to McDonald's restaurants around the Pittsburgh region in late February. The company...

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Multicultural Student Services hosts Black History Luncheon

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
March 1, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - Multicultural Student Services hosted their annual Black History Month luncheon on Feb. 28 to celebrate the past, present and future of African-American culture. The luncheon featured various performers who shared their talents and tied in inspirational messages...

Robert Morris University President Dr. Christopher Howard hosts Pizza with the President in order to connect more with student body. Photo Credit: (RMU Sentry Media/Megan Shandel)

Students turn out to talk with RMU President Christopher Howard

Gage Goulding, News Editor
March 1, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Students joined the president of Robert Morris University Dr. Christopher Howard to talk about what they liked about the college, and what they wanted to know all over a slice of pizza. About 30 students attended Pizza with the President at the newly opened...