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The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

Rowing announced its schedule. Photo Credit: RMU Athletics

RMU Rowing announces 2021 spring schedule

Nathan Breisinger
January 30, 2021

After completing the fall portion of last season’s schedule, the Robert Morris rowing team, like many other programs, saw their spring slate get scrapped. With a new calendar year underway, the Colonials have announced their 2021 spring schedule. RMU will commence its season...

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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,...

Emily Curlett scored as the Colonials routed RIT 5-0 on Friday. Photo Credit: Nathan Breisinger

Burbidge’s three point afternoon leads Colonials past RIT

Cameron Macariola
January 29, 2021

NEVILLE TWP-- Robert Morris women's hockey (8-2-1, 8-2-1 CHA) looked to continue their win streak against RIT (1-7, 1-7) this afternoon at Clearview Arena. Robert Morris blanked the Tigers by a score of 5-0. The Colonials controlled the game from the start. RIT goalie Emma Stephen...

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...

Rune is calling all writers!

Rune is calling all writers!

Jonah Hoy, Arts and Entertainment Editor
January 27, 2021

Stop your crying and get to writing! That's right, we want it all: your sadness and your joy. Send your most heartfelt artistic expressions to Rune, RMU's literary magazine, for this year's issue! Submit up to three pieces of poetry, prose, plays and photographs as attachments...

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Into The Fray with Connie Ruzich

Jonah Hoy, Arts and Entertainment Editor
January 27, 2021

When asked about World War I, your average person would go into great detail about the European monarchies, trench warfare, or the fabled story of Anastasia, who escaped the assassination attempt on her family’s life. While Disney can make history heartwarming, the war to...

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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...

The Colonials were swept by Oakland in both the weekend and the match on Tuesday night. Photo Credit: Tyler Gallo

Cesarini and Golden Grizzlies sweep Colonials

Tyler Gallo
January 26, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP-- Robert Morris volleyball (0-2, 0-2 Horizon) was back in action on Tuesday evening seeking a series split with Oakland (2-0, 2-0). Oakland won yesterday's match in five sets, but had a much easier time of it in the second match, sweeping the ailing Colonials on...

Volleyball fell in five sets to Oakland on Monday. Photo Credit: Tyler Gallo

Down key middle blockers, Colonials fall to Golden Grizzlies in five sets

Tyler Gallo
January 25, 2021

MOON TOWNSHIP-- Robert Morris volleyball (0-1, 0-1 Horizon) returned to action for the first time since they were knocked out of the Northeast Conference Tournament 431 days ago by the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils on November 22, 2019, taking on the Oakland Golden Grizzlies...