The Food & Wellness page is pretty straight forward: food and wellness, but with a twist! Our stories are created by college students and created for college students. Cheap meal ideas, mental health discussion, and tips for study are all the kinds of stories you’ll find here.
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,…
By the time this gets into your hands spring break will have officially begun. After weeks and weeks of working hard, completing assignments, and studying for exams, we get to have a full week of relaxation. You might be familiar with the kind of articles that recommend things to do during this break: hanging…
What does your usual college day look like? Do you usually go to classes, lunch, more classes, and then go back to your room? This might work for you, but are we truly enjoying the full college experience? Making connections with people is an integral part of getting an education. Focusing on the present and…
When examining campus culture, we often focus on student activities. This semester we started a series examining how professors on campus contribute to our culture as well! This week we’re hearing from Dr. Michael Pekel, a Lecturer in Music & Fine Arts. To give us an introduction to Dr. Pekel, I asked Zachary Bayers to…
It has been a bit since we had a school break and since we are in that period right after the holidays- when most of us spend a lot of time with family and friends- where things might feel lonely. Homesickness goes around in times like this, and for some of us, it isn’t easy…
Valentine’s Day is not only a holiday to spend with a significant other, but it can also be spent with any loved one in your life! Whether that be family or friends, what better way to demonstrate this love than with a little gift to show appreciation for these people in your life who make…
When examining campus culture, we often focus on student activities. This semester we started a series examining how professors on campus contribute to our culture as well! This week we’re hearing from Dr. Chris Lassiter, a Professor of Biology. Q: How did you come to work in your field? A: I was fascinated by science…
You might have been walking around with your friends or doing a tour of the college and heard about some important superstitions that Maroons follow. Whether you believe it or not you have been encouraged for years to follow these “rules.” If the word hasn’t gotten to you about it, then let me guide you…
Roanoke College seeks to care for students’ health and well-being in many different ways, with resources such as health and services, budget planning events, counseling services, and more. We are made up of our economic, spiritual, mental, or physical health. It is important for us as college students, who are most likely living on our…