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Known Phishing Scams

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Below is a list of known email scams or spam that have been blocked by Information Resources & Technology. If you received one of these emails, please delete it. If you received a suspicious email that is not yet on this list, please forward the email for support@rowan.edu so we can review it.

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April 23, 2025

From: oil day <oday3936@gmail.com>

Subject:  blank

Body

(contains a QR code with the message:  We're upgrading our security measures Rowan University with 2-stsep verification (2SV) for all email accounts.)

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April 23, 2025

From: susan kate <susankate01470@gmail.com>

Subject:  blank

Body

(contains a QR code with the message:  We're upgrading our security measures Rowan University with 2-stsep verification (2SV) for all email accounts.)

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April 19, 2025

From: Nikolay Tsygankov <ntsygank@fwps.org>

Subject: REVlEW OF EVALUATlON ANALYSlS - STAFF DlRECTORY 2025

Body:

Claim Number: PAM7HETSVQ

We received the claim form you submitted in the Blue Cross Blue Shield Settlement.

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April 17, 2025

From: Info SLHG <info@contactslhg.com>

Subject: Your student loans could be at risk of default by June. Learn your options today.

Body:

Good Morning Rowan University Employees,

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, borrowers have had temporary relief from student loan payments. But as of January 2025, loan servicers have resumed reporting delinquencies to credit bureaus.

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April 10, 2025

From: Cappers Knott <cappers.knottjr@grayca.com>

Subject: Important Health and Safety Update

Body:

We are writing to inform you that a member of our staff has recently tested positive for a contagious virus. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy campus, we are taking immediate precautionary measures.

If you believe you may have been in close contact with the affected individual:

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April 10, 2025

From: Student Services <jncsummerchina.gmail.com@91436.clients.bmsend.com>

Subject: ] 【可选线上实习】暨南大学招聘教学助教

Body:

【简介】

暨南大学国际暑期课程项目,每年5-12月于暨大校内及线上开设符合北美大学课程标准的短期学分课程,并从国内外高校学生中选录相关学科背景的实习生协助项目期间的课程开展与班级管理。应大学项目组委托,JNC国际暑期学校平台现正协助为2025年暨南大学国际暑期课程筛选并推送合适的项目实习生。

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April 10, 2025

From: Joe Lizza <richardshitchock77@gmail.com>

Subject: (blank)

Body:

Email me your private-cell#

Best Regards,
Joe Lizza
Director

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April 10, 2025

From: Kevin S. Koett <richardshitchock77@gmail.com>

or       Joe Lizza <richardshitchock77@gmail.com>

or       Penny McPherson-Myers <richardshitchock77@gmail.com>

Subject: (blank)

Body:

Email me your private-cell#

Best Regards,

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April 7, 2025

From: Duncan, Darrell <DarrellDuncan@KingsportTN.gov>

Subject: Re: [Ticket #40725] IT Service Desk!

Body:

Attn: Employee & Staff,

   As part of an annual IT/Tech Routine Upgrade, The IT Department needs to re-validate the Faculty and Staff directory and some Outlook login details. Please see the link below and treat it as urgent as the process will only take a minute!

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March 21, 2025

From: DocuSign NA4 System <dse_NA4@docusign.net>

Subject: [EXTERNAL] Order Confirmation Notification.

Body:

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Do Not Share This Email
This email contains a secure link to Docusign. Please do not share this email, link, or access code with others.

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March 19, 2025

From: yasser reyad <yas_reyad@hotmail.com>

           ahmed amin <ahmedwerby_57@hotmail.com>

Subject: FREE ITEMS YOU MAY NEED!!

Body:

Professor Harris Mike is generously giving his late wife's belongings to a caring family because he will be moving out of the state soon.

Available Households:

1. Treadmill (10 months old)
2. Vacuum (8 months old)
3. Freezer
4. Baby Monitor System
5. Apple Tablet
6. Dryer/Washer (6 months old)
7. Refrigerator (8 months old)
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March 18, 2025

From:  kamboj32@students.rowan.edu

Subject: Your private information has been stolen

Greetings!

I would like to introduce myself - I am a specialized hacker, and we have succeeded in hacking your operating system.

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March 8, 2025

From: Sanford Tweedie <ohigo5295@gmail.com>

Matthew Sarkees, Ph.D. <ohigo5295@gmail.com>

Gaëtane Jean-Marie, Ph.D., <ohigo5295@gmail.com>

Subject: Hello

Body:

Available cellphone number?

Bests Regards,

Sanford Tweedie
Dean
Rowan University

 -or-

Matthew Sarkees, Ph.D.
Dean
Rowan University

-or-

Gaëtane Jean-Marie, Ph.D., Dean
Rowan University

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February 25, 2025

From: Stacey E. Leftwich <morejannie45@gmail.com>

Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL]

Body:

Email me your private-cell#

Best Regards,
Stacey E. Leftwich
Associate Dean

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February 24, 2025

From: XIUFANG CHEN,PH.D. <deaoffic6381@gmail.com>

Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL]

Body:

What sms number is better text?

XIUFANG CHEN, PH.D.
PROFESSOR & DEPARTMENT CHAIR

Rowan University • 201 Mullica Hill Road • Glassboro, New Jersey 08028

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February 24, 2025

From: ROBERT WIEMAN <offfice.dean@icloud.com>

Subject: FW: [EXTERNAL]

Body:  

What sms number is better text??

 

ROBERT WIEMAN, PH.D.

DEPARTMENT CHAIR & ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

Rowan University • 201 Mullica Hill Road • Glassboro, New Jersey 08028

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February 19, 2025

From: Kenneth Graham <grahamk@denmarktech.edu>

Subject: Evaluation Analysis Report For Employees.

Body:  

Greetings Staffs,
 I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to share the Evaluation Analysis which has just been finalized by the HR department.
 Please find the report accessible through the link below:

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February 19, 2025

From: Adrienne Ritchey <adrienne.ritchey@andoverma.us>

Subject: FEBRUARY UPCOMING REPORTS & AGENDA FOR FACULTY & STAFF DlRECTORY 2025

Body

Dear Faculty and Staffs,


I am pleased to inform you that the HR Department has recently finalized an Assessment Report for all staff members. It is imperative that you treat this matter with urgency.
Copyright inc.
2025

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February 17, 2025

From: Anthony Lowman <eroxmailservice799@gmail.com> 

Subject: Urgent request for your backup.

Body

I hope you're doing well? I wanted to reach out regarding a new client project with a tight deadline. We might need your short input and backup at short notice, and our regular channels might not suffice if you're away from your desk.

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February 17, 2025

From: Munichia McCalla <munichiamccalla@spelman.edu>

Subject: Evaluation Analysis Report For Employees.

Body

Greetings Staffs,
 I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to share the Evaluation Analysis which has just been finalized by the HR department.

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February 15, 2025

From: Rowan University <rowanuniversity@zohomail.com>

Subject: Your Rowan NetID password expires in 14 days.

Body

You must update your Rowan NetID password every 180 days. Your current password was set 165 days ago and expires in 14 days. You risk getting locked out of your email, Canvas, Google Drive and other important applications if you do not update your password before it expires.

 

(However, link to netid.rowan.edu is a youtube link)

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February 12, 2025

From: Ali A. Houshmand, Ph.D. <onlineoffice12988@gmail.com>

Subject: (your name)

Body

Hello,
I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to reach out with a quick request. I'm currently in a conference meeting and can only communicate via email at the moment. If it's not too much trouble, could you please respond to this email instead of calling? I would really appreciate it. Thank you for your understanding, and I hope you have a productive day ahead!
Best regards,
Ali A. Houshmand, Ph.D.
President

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February 10, 2025

From: Shannon Gormally <sgorm006@uw.edu>

Subject: Adjustment

Body: 

Dear Colleague,


Your 2024/25 staff assessment report is ready. Access here.

Best Regards,

 HR Department

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February 9, 2025

From: somsgl2028-request@listmanager.rowan.edu <somsgl2028-request@listmanager.rowan.edu> on behalf of bob@rowan.edu <bob@rowan.edu>

Subject: test email

Body: 

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February 5, 2025

From: Ali Houshmand <helengary838@gmail.com> 

Subject: (your last name)

Body: 

Hello (your last name),

I need you to respond to this mail with your cell number# so as to assign a task I need you to get done for me.
I need it done before my next meeting.

Thanks

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February 3, 2025

From: Joseph Basso <gerrylpark@virginmedia.com>

Subject: [EXTERNAL] REQUEST

Body: 


Hi Carlos,

I'm writing to request your assistance with an urgent payment for the association.Robert requires immediate payment to a vendor, but lacks access to Zelle or PayPal.
Would you be able to facilitate the payment? A reimbursement check will be provided as soon as possible.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.


Best regard,
Joseph Basso