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Folks at Noke is the page for features on exemplary students here at Roanoke! From ‘Humans of RC’ to ‘Maroons Talk Backety-Ack’ and even columns from students abroad, this is the place to go to get to know your fellow Maroons.

Democratic Counter Rally

SPECIAL EDITION: RALLY COVERAGE On Saturday, November 2nd, some fellow members of Roanoke College’s Young Democrats Club and I attended an event created as a...

Maroons Talk: October Chills

By Adriana Rose      In response to “What is your Halloween costume?” Lolo Pham Hoang ‘26 said, “I’m going to be a frat brother. I was thinking...

Folk of ‘Noke: Jenny Burch

By Juniper Rogers Jenny Burch is a senior from Cooperstown, New York, double majoring in public health and sociology. She works at the front desk in...

State of Campus: Fall Flavors

   In response to “Are there any specific events or festivals you look forward to during the fall?”   Ren Monin ‘27 said, “I am a huge...

Folk of ‘Noke: Mayor Renee Turk

Mayor Renee Turk graduated from Roanoke College in 1977 after spending her first two years at Virginia Western Community College. As a commuter, she graduated...

Maroons Talk: Environmental Connections

By Adriana Rose In response to “What are some things you enjoy doing with your family?” Lily Raboin ‘28 said, “I really love apple picking with...

State of Campus

By Juniper Rogers This week, I’ve decided to take a vibe check of our campus to see what the mood is going into a new season....

Folk of ‘Noke: Zoe Lampros

By Juniper Rogers  Zoe Lampros is a senior from Salem, Virginia majoring in political science and minoring in sociology. She is a Maroon Ambassador, an...

Maroons Talk: Delicious Adventures

By Adriana Rose In response to “Did you travel over the summer? Where and why?”  Sydney Abercrombie ‘28 said, “Over the summer I went to Shenandoah...

Folk of ‘Noke: Jim Nichols

By Juniper Rogers Jim Nichols (he/him) is a senior from Montpelier, VA majoring in environmental studies. He is a member of the Marmot Book Club,...

Maroons Talk: Almost the End

Written by Adriana Rose In response to “Are you excited for summer? Any big plans you’re excited for?” Cal Horton ‘26 said, “I’m pretty excited for...

Folk of ‘Noke: Lia Shaw

Written by Juniper Rogers Lia Shaw is a senior from Atlanta, Georgie, who is majoring in Literature Studies with a minor in Creative Writing. She...

Folk of ‘Noke: Tess Harrington

Written by Juniper Rogers Tess Harrington (she/her) is a senior from Glenns Falls, New York who is double-majoring in International Relations and Philosophy with a...

Folk of ‘Noke: Zachary Thornhill

Written by Juniper Rogers Zachary Thornhill is a senior from Daleville, Virginia who double-majors in creative writing and screen studies. This will be Zach’s second...

Maroons Talk: Love is in the Air

Written by Adriana Rose In response to “What is your go-to pickup line?” Ruthie Nutt ‘27 said, “Are you copper and terrilium because u r CuTe.”   In...

Folk of ‘Noke: Emma Holly

Written by Juniper Rogers Emma Holly (she/her) is a senior from Dayton, Maine, who is double-majoring in literary studies and creative writing with a concentration...

Maroons Talk: Back at it Again

Written by Adriana Rose In response to “How do you feel about the start of a new semester?” Adrianna Minor ‘27 said, “This new semester is...

Maroons Talk: Winter Cheer

Written by Adriana Rose In response to “Are you enjoying the colder weather?” Lexy Kantrowitz ‘26 said, “I am enjoying the chilly weather a lot. I...

Folk of ‘Noke: Adelle Mengedoht

Written by Juniper Rogers Adelle is a senior from Clarksburg, Maryland who double-majors in Literary Studies and Criminal Justice. She is working with IPOR, a...

Folk of ‘Noke: Juniper Rogers

Written by Adriana Rose Juniper Rogers is a sophomore from Charlotte, North Carolina. They are majoring in creative writing and minoring in environmental studies while...