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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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Student: Hancock dorm ‘infested’ with bed bugs

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
February 27, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - A student at Robert Morris University living in Hancock Hall discovered a bed bug "infestation" in her dorm room. Taylor Grandizio, a freshman who lived in the room, described her experience with the infestation, an issue she did not anticipate at first. “Everybody...

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Police Blotter 2/19/19- 2/26/19

February 27, 2019

2/19/19- Medical Emergency- This department was notified of a student in need of medical attention in Patrick Henry.  A parent was contacted who transported their child for medical attention on their own (closed). 2/19/19- Smell of Marijuana- Officers were called to Yorktown...

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Campus Drive to close in front of UPMC Events Center beginning in March

Gage Goulding, News Editor
February 22, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Campus Drive will close in front of the UPMC Events Center for the entire month of March. University officials notified students, faculty and staff of the closure via email on Thursday. The closure will begin on March 1 at 5 a.m. and remain in effect through...

Since the announcement of budget cuts from the University, many students have demanded answers from their University administration.

Students: ‘Did I make the right choice to come to Robert Morris University?’

Samuel Anthony, Digital Content Manager
February 22, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - Since the Town Hall on Jan. 29 in which RMU President Christopher B. Howard announced that the university needed to cut $4-5 million in payroll, there has been concern from the students at Robert Morris University as to the futures of their programs and their...

Why Dont We to perform at UPMC Event Center

Why Don’t We to perform at UPMC Event Center

Garret Roberts, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
February 21, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - - Robert Morris University has announced that pop band Why Don't We will be coming to the UPMC Event Center on August 11, 2019. The second band scheduled to appear at the UPMC Event Center, the musicians are currently on their "8 Letters" tour. Seeing success...

Since the announcement of budget cuts from the University, many students have demanded answers from their University administration.

RMU announces chair of the Public Art Committee

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
February 21, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Robert Morris University has named local artist Cindy Gilberti as the chair of the Public Art Committee. Gilberti hosted painting workshops on campus during the summer, which brought local attention to Wheatley Center. She is currently the owner of Gilberti...

Morning and afternoon classes at RMU canceled, road conditions hazardous

Gage Goulding, News Editor
February 20, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - Classes at Robert Morris University have been canceled until 4 p.m. on Wednesday. A strong winter weather system moving through the area brought heavy snow and ice to the Pittsburgh region. RELATED STORY: Winter Weather Advisory issued, snow and ice expected University...

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Police Blotter 2/12/19- 2/18/19

February 19, 2019

2/13/19- Medical Emergency- Officers were advised of a student in need of medical attention in the Rise Center.  Officers responded, and the student refused any medical attention (closed). 2/15/19- Suspicious Incident- Officers were notified of a suspicious vehicle in the...

Pro-life speaker Ryan Bomberger spoke to an audience in Hopwood Hall at Robert Morris University.

Pro-life activist Ryan Bomberger speaks at RMU

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
February 18, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Pro-life activist Ryan Bomberger came to speak at Robert Morris University. Students for Life hosted “The Social Injustice of Abortion” featuring political columnist and commentator Ryan Bomberger, founder of The Radiance Foundation. Sued by the NAACP...

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RMU opens manufacturing laboratory in Lower Hill

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
February 18, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Robert Morris University has opened a manufacturing laboratory in Lower Hill. The laboratory officially opened on Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Located in the Energy Innovation Center, it will serve as a research and teaching facility, as well...