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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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RMU confirms positive COVID-19 case on campus, 17 students in quarantine

John Blinn, News Editor
September 4, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Robert Morris University has confirmed that a member of the campus community has tested positive for COVID-19 on September 4, 2020. An email from the RMU Student Health Center stated that the university has reached out to everyone who may have been in close...

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...

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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...

Moon Township hosts Easter Bunny Neighborhood Hop for holiday social distancing

John Blinn, News Editor
April 12, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP - COVID-19 may have caused the cancellation of countless events throughout the United States, but it was unable to stop the Easter Bunny from safely spreading Easter cheer to residents in Moon Township. Over the past several weeks, Americans have been learning...

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Robert Morris University prepares to resume face to face classes on April 6

John Blinn, News Editor
March 13, 2020

UPDATE: Since the time this time this article was written, Robert Morris University has announced that it will no longer be preparing for an April 6 return. Students were encouraged to move out of their dorms if possible and were informed that they will not return for face to...

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Robert Morris University cancels face to face classes and switches to online until April 27

John Blinn and Soundharjya Babu
March 11, 2020

UPDATE: March 13- 5:45 p.m. According to an email from Robert Morris University, the Student Recreation and Fitness Center would re-open at noon on March 13. The center will be working on a modified schedule. According to the email, the center will be open Monday - Friday:...

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RMU cancels study abroad opportunities as the coronavirus continues to spread

John Blinn, News Editor
February 27, 2020

MOON TOWNSHIP— Robert Morris University has canceled all Faculty-Led Education Abroad Programs (FLEAPs) for the remainder of the semester as an act of caution against the coronavirus. In an email from RMU’s Office of Student Life, on behalf of Provost and Senior Vice President...

Where’s the News? - Episode 12 (FEAT. Big Shot Josh)

Where’s the News? – Episode 12 (FEAT. Big Shot Josh)

John Blinn and Garret Roberts
February 24, 2020

In this episode of Where’s the News?, the hosts talk wings with “Big Shot” Joshua Helfer, the owner of several local Big Shot Bob’s restaurants. After the boys learn more about the magic behind their favorite fried food, they talk about Billie Eilish's new track,...

Where’s the News? - Episode 11 (FEAT. Mackenzie Nicole)

Where’s the News? – Episode 11 (FEAT. Mackenzie Nicole)

John Blinn and Garret Roberts
February 12, 2020

In this episode, the "Where's The News?" crew is joined by Mackenzie Nicole, the singer and songwriter behind the new album "Mystic." Discussing the topics of performers, mental health and The Shining, the group learns more about the artist and her style. After the interview,...

Wheres the News? - Episode 10 (FEAT. Matthew Kramer)

Where’s the News? – Episode 10 (FEAT. Matthew Kramer)

John Blinn and Nick Hedderick
February 10, 2020

On this episode of "Where's the News?," Matthew Kramer talks about inspiring kids to learn more about STEM fields. The group also talks about the Grammy's, strange occurrences in Pittsburgh, the death of Kobe Bryant and Garret's desire to kick Baby Yoda.   Songs Used: Intro: Ohayo...