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Elizabeth Witowich

Elizabeth Witowich, Contributor

Elizabeth is a freshman majoring in journalism and is a writer for RMU's student-run newspaper, "The Sentry." She is studying to go into print or online media and would one day like to be a writer for a newspaper or magazine.

In addition to being part of "The Sentry" staff, she also enjoys volunteering with children in her community. She is very excited to be part of the staff and is looking forward to all of the opportunities it will be able to provide her.

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For the Love of Food: The best chocolate chip cookie recipe ever

For the Love of Food: The best chocolate chip cookie recipe ever

Elizabeth Witowich, Staff Writer March 4, 2014

I started baking when I was 4 years old in my great grandmother’s kitchen. While I was far from being considered a master chef I learned so much from my grandma on being patient and consistent. While my methodology and style of cooking has changed over...

For The Love of Food: Pizza edition

For The Love of Food: Pizza edition

Elizabeth Witowich, Staff Writer February 26, 2014

As a college student and want-to-be chef, there are few things I like to eat more than pizza. I have probably consumed dozens of pizzas over the years, just because I love it so much, but my favorite way by far is to make it myself. While this pizza recipe...

For the Love of Food: Breakfast edition - The perfect pancakes every time

For the Love of Food: Breakfast edition – The perfect pancakes every time

Elizabeth Witowich, Staff Writer February 19, 2014

I personally am not one for breakfast foods, it takes to much effort and energy to get up super early in the morning to make food that may or may not taste good. Despite this, I do happen to love pancakes, and after many years of practice I have finally...

Snicker Doodles: The Ultimate Cookie

Snicker Doodles: The Ultimate Cookie

Elizabeth Witowich, Staff Writer January 23, 2014

On the scale of awesome cookies, the snicker doodle is at the top of the list, slightly behind chocolate chip and peanut butter. It is light, fluffy, and sweet with a hint of cinnamon, which makes it the perfect treat. There are many methods to making...

For the Love of Food: Winter edition

For the Love of Food: Winter edition

Elizabeth Witowich, Lifestyles Columnist December 8, 2013

One of my all-time favorite recipes for winter has to be homemade chicken noodle soup and gourmet grilled cheese. Sorry, Cambell’s, nothing beats chicken noodle soup made from scratch.  It’s light, healthy, delicious, and is perfect for cold and...

For the Love of Food: Gourmet burgers & potatoes

For the Love of Food: Gourmet burgers & potatoes

Elizabeth Witowich, Lifestyles Columnist November 22, 2013

As a resident foodie, there are few things I love more than hamburgers. Although traditionally reserved for summer time, this is a recipe I have made dozens of times and one that is perfect for all occasions. Normally I would make homemade French fries...

For the Love of Food

For the Love of Food

Elizabeth Witowich, Staff Writer September 26, 2013

With fall finally arriving, there is nothing more perfect than the taste of pumpkin. For this week’s post, I searched Pinterest to attempt something new- specifically, to make some scones. As an avid tea drinker and someone who enjoys all things pumpkin,...

Fighting the Freshman 15

Elizabeth Witowich, Staff Writer September 12, 2013

We've all heard about it, but what can we do about it, especially here at RMU?         School is finally back in session and with quizzes, endless homework, homecoming, and hanging out with friends on the agenda, who has time to worry about...

Valerie Howard: New Nursing and Health Sciences Dean with big plans

Valerie Howard: New Nursing and Health Sciences Dean with big plans

Elizabeth Witowich and Kendall Valan September 3, 2013

As of Aug. 12, Lynda Davidson, the former Dean of the School of Nursing and Health Sciences, has stepped down from her role as dean and was replaced by Professor of Nursing Valerie Howard. Though still new to the title of dean, Howard has been a professor...

Black History Month and you

Elizabeth Witowich, Asst. Lifestyles Editor February 19, 2013

A compilation of the events on campus celebrating Black History Month February may be well known for Valentine’s Day and the consumption of chocolate and various trinkets it brings, but the month is also known for a celebration known as Black History...

Premiere of La Mia Strada at the Heinz History Center.

“La Mia Strada”: The unexpected journey of Michael DiLauro

Elizabeth Witowich, Asst. Lifestyles Editor January 29, 2013

Everyone has a journey in life to take, and a path to choose. Life brings many unexpected changes and choices, but sometimes we find our greatest moments of discovery at the most unexpected of times. Michael DiLauro, the Director of the Academic Media...

How to have a personal hairdresser without leaving the house

Elizabeth Witowich, Asst. Lifestyles Editor December 10, 2012

Many people dream of being able to create the latest hair styles without forking out huge amounts of money to pay for it. Now thanks to the new TRESemme style studio, a creation by the company Noise, anyone can have access to the same great tips and tricks...

How to shop Black Friday

How to shop Black Friday

Elizabeth Witowich, Asst. Lifestyles Editor November 13, 2012

Make, not only yourself, but your wallet happy this Black Friday.  Thanksgiving break means many things for college students. Relaxing with friends and family, enjoying a Thanksgiving meal and of course, shopping on Black Friday. As much fun as Thanksgiving...

Pittsburgh lights up

Elizabeth Witowich, Asst. Lifestyles Editor November 13, 2012

52nd Light Up night event to happen November 16 The weather is getting colder and soon Christmas will be upon us. Along with the change in the weather and the overload of holiday decorations, comes a tradition in Pittsburgh known as Light Up night....

Minding your manners: RMU students learn practical skills at etiquette dinner

Minding your manners: RMU students learn practical skills at etiquette dinner

Elizabeth Witowich, Asst. Lifestyles Editor November 5, 2012

Practicality and manners are two things not typically associated with college students. Despite this common conception, Robert Morris University students are given the chance to learn about modern etiquette and, more specifically, how to stay ahead in...

Absentee ballots play major role in elections

Absentee ballots play major role in elections

Elizabeth Witowich, Staff Writer October 28, 2012

The time is almost here to vote for the 2012 election and decide who will become the next president. For college students taking part in the voting process, it can be somewhat confusing and can raise more questions than answers. One big question that...

Ruffled feathers over Chick-fil-A

Elizabeth Witowich, Contributor August 27, 2012

The First Amendment exists so that we may all have the right to express our opinions openly and honestly without fear of prosecution from both the law and individuals. Recently this amendment has been threatened as groups of individuals have felt...

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