The news site of Robert Morris University

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The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

#FormerColonialWatch: Brady Ferguson signs with Rögle BK

#FormerColonialWatch: Brady Ferguson signs with Rögle BK

Jonathan Hanna, Sports Editor
June 12, 2020

After spending two years in the Toronto Maple Leafs' organization with the ECHL's Newfoundland Growlers and AHL's Toronto Marlies, former Robert Morris men's hockey star Brady Ferguson has signed with Rögle BK of the Swedish Hockey League (SHL). Ferguson, who last played for...

Robert Morris University eliminates some staff positions, furloughs others in response to financial loss after COVID-19

Robert Morris University eliminates some staff positions, furloughs others in response to financial loss after COVID-19

John Blinn, News Editor
June 3, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP - Staff and coaches at Robert Morris University have been furloughed and several other staff positions have been eliminated in an attempt to lessen the financial impact caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The university announced on Wednesday that staff whose workload...

Wheatley Center on the campus of Robert Morris University houses the School of Communication and Information Systems.

RMU announces reopening of campus for fall semester

Garret Roberts, Editor in Chief
May 12, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Robert Morris University announced their plans to open campus for the 2020 Fall Semester this morning, foreshadowing a modified living environment and class structure for students. University president Chris Howard made the announcement via an email to all...

A picture of the business building at RMU.

Robert Morris University classes remain online for the summer but hopes for in-person fall courses after an estimated $10 million loss from COVID-19

John Blinn, News Editor
May 6, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Robert Morris University will remain online for summer classes and is uncertain, but optimistic, for in-person fall classes. While handling an estimated $10 million loss as a result of COVID-19, the university is also preparing for an online and rescheduled in-person...

The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank hosts “drive-up” food distribution to practice social distancing

John Blinn, News Editor
April 23, 2020

PITTSBURGH -- Huge stacks of boxes containing food, lengthy lines of cars as far as the eye could see and numerous volunteers wearing neon vests, face masks and gloves. This was the unique scene at the Pittsburgh International Airport on April 22. The Greater Pittsburgh Community...

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Top Secret Colonials raise over $5,000 for Pittsburgh Community Food Bank

Garret Roberts, Editor in Chief
April 20, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Despite COVID-19 keeping the doors to Robert Morris University closed, the members of the Top Secret Colonials found a way for students to have fun from their homes while earning money for a good cause. The group hosted their first virtual 48 Hour Gaming Marathon...

University of Pittsburgh announces potential COVID-19 vaccine

University of Pittsburgh announces potential COVID-19 vaccine

Garret Roberts, Editor in Chief
April 2, 2020
As the world’s medical research community races to find a cure for Covid-19, a veteran vaccine researcher right here in Pittsburgh has stepped up with what may be a promising solution.
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RMU cancels commencement ceremony due to coronavirus

Michael Delehanty, Contributor
March 18, 2020

UPDATE: March 18 at 9:00 p.m. President Chris Howard sent an update Wednesday evening, stating that a replacement in-person commencement would take place during the Fall 2020 semester for those interested.  ORIGINAL STORY MOON TOWNSHIP - The 2020 Commencement ceremony...