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

Folk of ‘Noke: Lauren Young

   Lauren Young is a senior from Yorktown, Virginia, double-majoring in environmental studies and biology.  She is the former president of AKX, a subject tutor...

Folk of Noke: Janice Jones

 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...

Polling Maroons: Spring Activities

The first day of spring has finally arrived, and students at Roanoke college are excited to welcome the new season. After the long cold...

Maroons Talk: Pranks, Registration, & Spring

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...

Polling Maroons: Spring Break Priorities

Spring Break is finally upon us, and students at Roanoke College are ready to unwind, relax, and catch up on schoolwork and sleep. After...

Maroons Talk: The Joys of Vacation 

As we move into Spring Break and finally take a step back from schoolwork, students are getting prepared for an exciting week away from...

Folk of ‘Noke: Jayde Mooney

  Jayde Mooney is a senior from Clintwood, Virginia, with a history major and a public history concentration.  She works as the Head RA for...

Polling Maroons: Gift Giving

Valentine’s Day is here! With it comes a flurry of excitement as students think about what they would love to receive on this special...

Maroons Talk: A Chilly Valentine’s Day

With Valentine’s Day upon us, students are reflecting on how they plan to spend the day, balancing romance, winter fun, and personal connections. This...

Folk of ‘Noke: Lilly Hussein

   Lilly Hussein is a senior from McLean, Virginia, majoring in Political Science with a concentration in German Studies. She is involved in YoungLife, Alpha...

Maroons Talk: Wellness Habits

    We are back into the full swing of the spring semester and students are getting back into the groove. The library is getting fuller,...

Dr. Lassiter on Teaching with Construction

  This afternoon, I sat with Dr. Lassiter, a published biology professor here at Roanoke College, and discussed what it means to teach a class...

Folk of ‘Noke: Joshua McClary

 Joshua McClary is a senior from Charlotte, North Carolina, double-majoring in Marketing and Business Administration.  He plays for the men’s basketball team as a...

Folk of ‘Noke: Mary Lynn Aylor

  Mary Lynn Aylor is a senior from Orange, Virginia, majoring in Biology and she is hoping to do a masters in Education next year. ...

Savory Selections: A Poll

As winter break ends and the first week of the spring semester winds down, Roanoke College students are settling back into their routines. Amidst...

Maroons Talk: Winter Reflections

As the winter chill settles in and students return from their winter break, many are reflecting on their experiences and the little things that...

Maroons Talk: Holiday Traditions  

As this holiday season draws closer, Maroons are finding themselves reflecting on  their traditions that make this time of year so memorable. The holidays...

Folk of ‘Noke: Andrea Perez Escujuri

Andrea Perez Escujuri is a senior majoring in elementary education, double-minoring in psychology and disabilities studies, and pursuing concentrations in human development and Spanish...

Folk of ‘Noke: Abigail McGlothlin 

Abigail (Abby) McGlothin is a third-year senior from Narrows, Virginia double-majoring in Fine Art and Art History. Abby is the campus ministry's marketing and...

Polling Maroons: Pie Flavor Favorites

Polling Maroons: Pie Flavor Favorites The air is beginning to get crisp, and the mornings are getting colder, but students’ spirits are just warming up....