Folks at Noke

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.

Maroons Talk: Revved for Turkey

After Halloweekend, students are revving up for Thanksgiving and the late fall season. Freshman took the initiative to respond to questions regarding their traditions...

Folks at Noke: Jillian Morgan

Jillian Morgan is a senior from Charlotte, North Carolina majoring in psychology and minoring in disability studies. She has done stage work for RC...

Maroons Talk: Thanksgiving Shenanigans

In response to “How is the school workload looking like as Thanksgiving break is coming up? Sarah Vincent ‘27 said, “If it was a weather...

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....

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...

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...

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: 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. ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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: 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...

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...

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...

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...

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: 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...