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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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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,...

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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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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...

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Soak up some fun with Phi Mu Delta at the virtual Winter Beach Party

Jonah Hoy, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
December 8, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Do you wanna soak up some sun even though it gets dark at 4:30? Are you ready for high tide regardless of the snow? Then Phi Mu Delta has the perfect event for you. The fraternity is hosting its annual Winter Beach Party virtually this year, allowing you to...

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Matty McConnell sets up against Saint Francis Brooklyn on February 23, 2019 (Avin Patel/RMU Sentry Media).

Men’s basketball at St. Francis canceled due to COVID-19 concerns

Nathan Breisinger
December 1, 2020

Another day, another setback for RMU Athletics as the men’s basketball team’s season opener against the Saint Francis Red Flash has been canceled. The game was set for this coming Saturday, December 5 in Loretto. https://twitter.com/RMUMBasketball/status/1333810591736033281 The...

Womens basketball will have to wait for their first Horizon League matchup. Photo Credit: Thomas Ognibene

Women’s basketball Horizon League debut postponed; RMU Athletics announces new attendance update

Austin Bechtold
November 30, 2020

Good things come to those who wait... and Robert Morris women's basketball hopes that this assessment lives up to its name. The team announced Monday night the cancellation of RMU's first-ever Horizon League series against Cleveland State previously scheduled for December 12-13....

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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...

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UPMC Events Center opening rescheduled for 2021, capacity modified after rise in COVID-19 cases

Garret Roberts, Editor in Chief
November 28, 2020

UPDATE: The original version of this article reported that the capacity for the UPMC Events Center would be 400 people. The actual calculation, according to the new state guidelines, would be 200 people for the maximum capacity. After fact checking this with the university, the...

Pittsburghs annual Gingerbread House Display kicks off virtual showing

Pittsburgh’s annual Gingerbread House Display kicks off virtual showing

Michael Delehanty, Assistant News Editor
November 23, 2020

PITTSBURGH -- The holiday season will officially commence with a virtual display of gingerbread houses created by local individuals, families, and groups. "The City of Pittsburgh is proud to serve as the presenter of this popular holiday tradition, and we're excited to design...