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Dale Starr watches his team against Central Connecticut State. Photo credit: Michael Sciulli

Dale Starr named head coach of Western Illinois volleyball

Madi Kerrigan
February 21, 2022

MACOMB, Ill.– On Wednesday, it was announced that former Robert Morris head volleyball coach Dale Starr has officially accepted a head coaching position, replacing Ben Staupe at Western Illinois' program. After the announcement of no renewal of his contract after the 2021...

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Robert Morris University Releases New Safety App for Students

Hope Beatty, Head Arts & Entertainment Editor
February 21, 2022

On Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022, Robert Morris University announced through email their new safety app, Omnilert, is now available for students, faculty, and staff to use. There will be an RMU Alert test on Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 to ensure that the app is working. If you choose...

Police Blotter: 02/08/2022-02/14/2022

Evelyn Luthringer
February 21, 2022

02/08/22: Property Damage (Vehicle): RMU Police reported a cracked windshield to patrol vehicle 701. The case is closed.   02/08/22: Fire Alarm-Smoke Detector Activated: Guardian Protection reported a fire alarm activation in Yorktown Hall. Officers responded and found...

New Games Available in Yorktown Lounge | Photo Gallery

New Games Available in Yorktown Lounge | Photo Gallery

Bailey Noel, Chief Photographer
February 21, 2022

Recently, the Office of Residence Life added new games and seating options to the Yorktown Hall Lounge. This includes two ping pong tables, a shelf of board games, a Packman gaming unit, a basketball free-throw game, and two foosball tables.

Dave Plungas stands on the sidelines during RMU's game against Howard. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

How Dave Plungas and Robert Morris find their talent

Michael Deemer
February 21, 2022

Robert Morris defensive coordinator and assistant head coach Dave Plungas has a more prominent role than just calling defensive plays on the sidelines. He also helps recruit the players on the field. Before arriving in Moon Township in 2018, Plungas started his recruiting career...

Simone Morris takes a shot over Northern Kentucky's Lindsey Duvall in the team's 64-49 loss on senior day. Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Rebounding woes plague Robert Morris in last home game of regular season

Aiden Dine
February 20, 2022

MOON TOWNSHIP– Robert Morris (12-13, 10-10 Horizon) came off of its first three-game win streak of the season looking to extend their win streak to four against the Northern Kentucky Norse (18-7, 12-6). RMU kicked off the day honoring the team's seniors to celebrate Senior...

Justin Winston drives against Milwaukee. Photo credit: Justin Newton

Justin Winston likely out for season

Kevin Plowcha
February 20, 2022

The hits for Robert Morris men's basketball continue to pile up, as junior forward Justin Winston is likely out for the season with a fractured foot. Winston suffered the injury after falling hard at practice on Feb. 9. The Colonials were getting set to take on Detroit Mercy. Winston,...

Michael Green III makes a pass. Photo credit: Justin Newton

UIC Flames burn Robert Morris in overtime in home finale

Tyler Gallo
February 19, 2022

MOON TOWNSHIP– With gusts up to 37 mph in the afternoon, it was no surprise that UIC was in town from the Windy City to take on Robert Morris in the Colonials' home epilogue of the season. Overtime games have not been kind to the Colonials in recent seasons as they fell in...

Jerica Obee fights to get into the crease against Canisius. Photo credit: Tyler Gallo

Robert Morris falls to Canisius in windy home opener

Cameron Macariola
February 19, 2022

MOON TOWNSHIP– Joe Walton Stadium was the site for Robert Morris women's lacrosse (0-2) today as they hosted Canisius (2-0). The teams braved the elements as there were gusts of wind up to 37 miles per hour and some snow in the first half. Besides the weather, the Colonials...

Sol Castro goes up for a contested shot in RMU's 63-54 win over Wright State. Photo credit: Ethan Morrison

Robert Morris captures first three-game winning streak in Horizon League play

Kevin Plowcha
February 18, 2022

MOON TOWNSHIP– Robert Morris (12-12, 10-9 Horizon League) took on the Wright State Raiders (3-20, 2-16) Friday night at the UPMC Events Center. The Colonials were looking for their third straight victory for the first time this season. RMU dug themselves a hole almost immediately,...