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It’s an indisputable fact that there are many, MANY different types of music. From soft classical music filled with the sounds of beautiful violins and gentle flutes, to the loudest death metal with screaming guitars and incredible vocals, everyone’s...
In the past, tattoos were often seen as the marks of rebellion, individuality, or subculture affiliation. They were labeled as unprofessional and stigmatized in many workplaces. Fast forward to today, and tattoos have become a prominent form of self-expression,...
Coming out of left field... class registration. Every semester since I started at Roanoke College, class registration has appeared out of nowhere after break. It’s like the first half of the semester is to get you used to the...
After an unfortunate close loss to Guilford in the ODAC tournament, the Maroons Men’s basketball team got an at-large bid to the NCAA tournament. The team would travel to Christopher Newport University to play Pfieffer in the Round of...
Just recently, incredible history was made at Roanoke College. Junior Mark Samuel from Noke’s wrestling team won the NCAA Division III wrestling championship in the 141 pound category. It was a long and hard uphill battle, for to get...
On March 1, 2025, the Roanoke College Cheerleading team achieved a monumental milestone, clinching first place at the prestigious CCA College Nationals in Fayetteville, North Carolina. It was the culmination of a season that had been marked by long...
Whether hanging out with friends, meeting for a group project, or just looking for a place to relax, it always starts to feel like I go to the same places over and over again. Sometimes the library is exactly...
March weather has been a surprise each day. In one week you could have an extremely hot and sunny day and the next day would be pouring and windy. Personally, I have found myself unprepared for the different weather...
When examining campus culture, we often focus on student activities. So, we started a series examining how professors on campus contribute to our culture! This week we’re hearing from Dr. Melanie Almeder, a Professor of Literary Studies and Creative...
Today at 4:00pm on the Back Quad is Camp on Campus!
We will have an outdoor monopoly themed series of
minigames where you can compete with friends to win prizes.
Prizes range from giftcards, to items from the school store, to
fun games,...
If you're a music enthusiast at Roanoke College, you're in for a treat! The Salem and Roanoke areas are buzzing with exciting music events this season, offering something for every taste. From intimate acoustic performances to high-energy concerts, here’s...
In recent years, Roanoke College has been striving to recognize and acknowledge the history of slavery that the college was built on. This has become an increasingly popular topic on campus, as ground has broken on “Authors and Architects”,...
Janice Jones is a double major in Communication Studies and Political Science. She’s a dual-citizen from Belgium. Janice is a Maroon Ambassador with the admissions office, is the Social media Assistant for the Public Affairs Department, did club cheer...
The first day of spring has finally arrived, and students at Roanoke college are excited to welcome the new season. After the long cold season and unpredictable weather, it is refreshing to embrace the warmth, sunshine, and the promise...
With the arrival of spring, students are anticipating the warmth, blooming flowers, and a much-needed break from the unpredictable weather of Virginia. After months of chilly temperatures and unpredictable shifts between cold fronts and hot days, many are looking...
The Wind and Jazz Ensembles have been very busy bringing musical joy to the campus community in several concerts over the last couple of weeks.
Wednesday, March 12th was the campus celebration of Mardi Gras. Jazz is a staple of...
As we roll right into spring, the weather is finally starting to become warmer and have clearer skies. The upcoming campus events are taking absolute advantage of this, starting with Camp on Campus, a collaboration between Outdoor Adventures and...
Playboi Carti just dropped a new album. Big news! Now, while his music isn’t exactly my forte, I was bombarded with peers asking me to listen to this album and give it my honest take.
After waiting 5 years for...
Whether you know him as Ben Barnes or Prince Caspian, he can sing! About a month ago, I went to see Prince Caspian sing live in Washington D.C. at the Lincoln Theater. Majority of the songs he performed were...
Food insecurity is a growing concern among college students, with significant impacts on their academic performance, mental health, and overall well-being. Despite the common perception that college students are carefree and well-supported, many face the harsh reality of not...
