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 taste in music is bound to be a little different. This is what I have decided…
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, especially among younger generations. But as this artistic revolution unfolds, one question remains: Do tattoos still…
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 classes that you are in and then all of a sudden you are planning for 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 64 of the NCAA D3 “March Madness” tournament. The game was great, with lots of back-and-forth…
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 there he had to compete in three matches the day before on Friday, March 14th. He…
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 hours of practice, unwavering determination, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. The journey to the national…
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 what I need; available computers, a nice coffee shop, and people around working on their own…
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 conditions as soon as I step out of my room. So, let me be the first…
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 Writing. Q: How did you come to work in your field? A: I always loved literature,…
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, to legos! Some minigames will rely on wit, some are speed games,…