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The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

The news site of Robert Morris University

RMU Sentry Media

University Blvd. reopens to traffic following landslide

Gage Goulding, News Editor
February 13, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - University Boulevard has reopened to traffic in both directions following a landslide on Feb. 8. PennDOT crews were working with heavy equipment to clear the mud, tree limbs and debris from the southbound lanes Wednesday afternoon. The uphill travel lanes...

University Blvd. in Moon Twp. to remain closed following mudslide

Gage Goulding, News Editor
February 11, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Following a mudslide late last week, University Boulevard in Moon Township will remain closed until at least Wednesday. According to the Moon Township Police Department, University Boulevard will remain closed in the southbound, or uphill, direction until...

President Howard talks to News Manager Delaney Hassell.

RMU President Christopher Howard named to multiple NCAA committees

John Blinn and Gage Goulding
February 11, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Robert Morris University's President Christopher Howard was recently named to the NCAA Committee on Sports Wagering. "I am grateful for the opportunity to serve on the ad hoc committee on sports wagering," said President Howard in response receiving the title. President...

Colonial Country gets the chills.

City issues Snow Level 1 in preparation for Sunday evening snowfall

Gage Goulding, News Editor
February 10, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- The City of Pittsburgh issued a Snow Level 1 alert in preparation for a winter weather system moving into the Pittsburgh region Sunday evening. According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, a snow system will enter the western Pa. region Sunday...

Emotions run high in Moon boys basketball victory

Emotions run high in Moon boy’s basketball victory

Preston Moore and Preston Moore
February 9, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- The Moon Tigers (19-1, 11-1) hosted the Montour Spartans (14-8, 7-2) in their last regular season game of the year. The Tigers also celebrated their seniors with their annual senior night and played without one of their star players, Donovan Johnson. The Spartans...

Landslide forces closure of University Blvd. in Moon Township, to remain closed during weekend

Gage Goulding, News Editor
February 8, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- A landslide forced officials to close a portion of University Boulevard Friday morning. According to Moon Township Police Department, University Boulevard is closed in both directions between Stoops Ferry Road and Robert Morris University. Authorities say...

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Provost of Robert Morris University steps down

John Blinn and Gage Goulding
February 1, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- After 11 years of service, starting in 2008, Provost David Jamison has stepped down from his position as senior vice president of academic affairs. Jamison stepped down on Feb. 1 and plans to return to the faculty within the same day, according to an email from...

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Extreme cold enters region with arctic temperatures, many schools cancel class

Gage Goulding, News Editor
January 30, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - A strong winter weather system known as a polar vortex is sweeping across the country, sending temperatures in many cities plummeting to sub-arctic levels. Schools and universities across the region have canceled classes on Wednesday in preparation for what...

Snow blanketed Robert Morris campus shortly before Thanksgiving break.

Petition to cancel RMU classes during polar vortex garners more than 2,200 signatures

Gage Goulding, News Editor
January 29, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- A petition created by a Robert Morris University student to cancel classes during what could be the coldest day of the year has gathered more than a third of the student body's support. UPDATE: Robert Morris University has canceled classes on Wednesday and...

Moons winning streak hits 16

Moon’s winning streak hits 16

Preston Moore and Preston Moore
January 26, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP — The Moon Tigers (16-0, 6-0) faced the South Fayette Lions (7-10, 1-5) at home in a game where their depth was tested. Moon's star player, Donovan Johnson, was out for Friday's game. Devontae Humphries got the start in Johnson's place. At the beginning of...