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Robert Morris will be the first ASUN school to be hosts of the tournament in the conferences second year of sponsoring mens lacrosse Photo credit: Cameron Macariola

Robert Morris to Host 2023 ASUN Men’s Lacrosse Tournament

Michael Deemer
April 3, 2023

On Monday, RMU Athletics officially announced that Robert Morris will host the ASUN Men's Lacrosse Championships from May 2-7 at Joe Walton Stadium. The Colonials are defending champions of the conference, securing an automatic berth in the NCAA Tournament, before falling...

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Allegheny County detects its second case of the West Nile Virus

Terryaun Bell
October 21, 2021

PITTSBURGH – Mosquitoes are pesky, and what's worse is they can carry the West Nile virus. A man in McKees Rocks contracted Allegheny County's second case of virus and is currently recovering in his home. Mosquitoes become infected with the West Nile virus by feeding on...

Robert Morris Universitys Beautiful Nicholson Center on a pleasant April day. 
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Center for Innovation & Outreach to host town hall

Evelyn Luthringer
October 19, 2021

The Center for Innovation & Outreach is hosting a town hall meeting. Any RMU student who is interested in attending is welcome to come. Those who feel underrepresented are encouraged to attend. Dr. Anthony Robins, an Associate Professor of Biology in SEMS and D&I Coordinator...

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Police Blotter 10/05/21-10/11/21

Evelyn Luthringer
October 16, 2021

10/05/21: Suspicious Vehicle Check: A student reported a vehicle door open in the Patrick Henry lot. Officers responded and located the vehicle. It was determined that the seatbelt caused the door not to close. The door was closed and the vehicle secured. The case is closed.   10/05/21:...

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9/29/21-10/04/21 Police Blotter

Evelyn Luthringer
October 8, 2021

9/29/2021- Departmental Information: A student reported their microwave was on fire in Yorktown Hall. Officers responded but the smoke had dissipated. RMU Maintenance was notified to ventilate the room. The case is closed.   9/29/21- Fire Alarm-Smoke Detector Activated:...

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Unpack U announces second annual mental wellness project competition

Kaelei Whitlatch
September 3, 2021

Mental health is an important topic among college students, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Active Minds, a nonprofit promoting mental health for young adults, thirty-nine percent of college students report experiencing having a significant mental health...

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Police Blotter 8/24/2021-8/30/2021

September 3, 2021

8/24/21: 911 Hang Up Calls- RMU Police received a 911 hang up call from the UPMC Events Center. Officer responded and located a staff member working in the ticket office. They accidentally dialed 911. - The case was closed. 8/24/2021: Fire Alarm-False Alarm- Guardian Protection...

Shorkies Violet and Dash at 2019s Out of the Darkness Walk. Moon, PA. April 16, 2019. RMU Sentry Media/Garret Roberts. Photo credit: Garret Roberts

Therapy dogs offer RMU students adorable benefits to mental health

Michael Sciulli, Sports Copy Editor
April 16, 2019
Read all about the RMU Counciling Center's therapy dogs!
Moon gets their revenge in state playoffs

Moon gets their revenge in state playoffs

Preston Moore and Preston Moore
March 20, 2019

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The New Castle High School gym was rumbling the entire game. The gym was packed with fans ready to see two of the top five teams in the state battle it out in the state playoff semifinals. This game meant a lot for the Tigers after losing in the WPIAL championship...

Moon heads to WPIAL Championship

Moon heads to WPIAL Championship

Preston Moore and Preston Moore
February 27, 2019

ROSS TOWNSHIP -- Midway through the fourth quarter, the Moon Tigers student-section erupted with the infamous, "Warm up the bus" chant after a dominant game from their team. Moon dominated on both sides of the ball and the chants could've easily began after the second quarter...