Kirby Adams (they/them) is a senior with a major in psychology, a minor in neuroscience, a minor in disability studies, and a concentration in human development. A Charlotte, NC, native, Kirby is currently working at the information desk and used to work with Rovers at PLACE. “I know for a fact that I want to…
As students find their groove within this new semester, many are finding ways to stay active between classes and homework. To learn more about where Maroons prefer to work out, a recent poll highlighted three top locations: the Cregger Center, the Alumni Gym, and outdoor spaces around campus. The data was gathered from two groups:…
Settling back into a routine looks different for everyone at Roanoke. For some, it means beginning their final semester, while for others it means starting their very first or stepping into a new role on campus. With Family Weekend just around the corner, Maroons are embracing a blend of new routines and familiar traditions. In…
Another week of events has piled through RC! However, for some, it’s been busy with Greek Life! What’s Greek Life on RC? We have 8 organizations on campus, three women’s organizations and five men’s organizations. For the women’s organizations, we have Alpha Sigma Alpha (ASA), Chi Omega (Chi O), and Delta Gamma (DG). For the…
On September 12th, Nintendo hosted another one of their Directs showcasing brand new games, gimmicks, and special announcements. However, this time around it was a lot more exciting with the recent release of Switch 2, meaning a variety of brand-new games would be advertised for the console. The presentation opened up with Shigeru Miyamoto–the creator…
Our band program has been very busy this year, and rehearsals are in full swing. There are several exciting pieces of news to share. Do you play flute but don’t want to join the Wind Ensemble? If yes, then Flute Choir may be for you. New this year, the flautists in the Wind and Jazz…
Yesterday afternoon at the Salem Stadium marked Roanoke College Football’s first-ever ODAC game, matched up against the fearsome Lynchburg Dragons. With the seats filled to the brim, the roars of over 2,000 Maroon fans echoed with anticipation and encouragement. As the first quarter began, Roanoke kicked off with some intense early action. Although they successfully…
I have been off campus since December and can safely say that so much has changed. They have painted in the commons, restructured the departments into schools, and erected a monument to honor those who were enslaved who worked on the campus of Roanoke College. Not all of these changes are bad, but there have…
What is the value of an “authentic education”? The question lingers as this year’s annual convocation ceremony winds down. This is my third year attending and, aside from the always admirable words of the Morehead Award winners, the story doesn’t change. But, like all good history, its meaning multiplies. As Dean Kathy Wolfe dutifully explains…
I will never forget that last night. Standing on the balcony of the apartment where I had spent the semester, planes flying overhead and the Washington Monument in the background. While I was in Washington, DC I not only had to learn to be independent but also gained experience in my field. When people talk…