Maroons Talk: Family, Excitement, & Fun
As September comes to a close and October begins, campus is buzzing with
excitement. From Family Weekend highlights to midterm prep and the early signs...
Folk of Noke: Kelly Shushok
Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Roanoke College’s First Lady, Kelly Shushok, a.k.a. Rev K. Our conversation covered her...
Folk of ‘Noke: Kirby Adams
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...
Polling Maroons: Favorite Workout Locations
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 Talk: Settling Back into a Routine
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...
Study Abroad Favorites
Roanoke College students have officially flooded the hallowed halls of campus as
we jump into the start of the semester. Some old faces, some new...
Welcome Back, ‘Noke!
The Maroons are back on campus, and the school year has just started. Let’s take a
look into how they are settling in and setting...
Folk of Noke: Dr. Laura Garrison
Dr. Laura Garrison is a professor in the School of Communication, Culture, and the Arts in her eleventh year with Roanoke College. Hailing from...
Polling Maroons: Looking Back with Music
The end of the school year is here, and with it comes a mix of excitement, reflection, and a touch of nostalgia....
Maroons Talk: Holidays, Summer, & Graduation
As the semester comes to a close and the academic year wraps up once more, students are soaking in their final moments...
Folk of ‘Noke: Chaplain Chris Bowen
Chris Bowen has earned many names and titles since he joined Roanoke College 12 years ago to serve officially as Dean of...
Polling Maroons: Best Sips for Productivity
As we race toward the final stretch of the semester, the dread of approaching exams, projects, and deadlines is starting to take hold. Stress...
Maroons Talk: And So They Say
For much of the 1980s, one of the standout sections of The Brackety-Ack was the beloved column, “And So They Say.” This weekly feature...
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...
