Lifestyle

The lifestyle page has a little bit of everything and could be considered “magazine-like.” Popular topics discussed on this page range from relationships, style guides, and aspects of student life all from a fresh and light perspective.

How to Stay Connected After Graduation

Written by Mia Shelton Congratulations class of 2021!  Everyone is so proud of you!  You have made it so far and your life is just...

Setting Goals for Next Time

Written by Zach “Only Credit Me if it Works” Dalton As I have mentioned in previous articles, the end of the semester is nigh. It...

The Five Love Languages

by Marisa Seager Love languages are the ways in which we express affection to our significant other on a regular basis. Because love can often...

Ciao, Italia: Preparation

By Kristi Rolf I am kicking of my fourth semester writing for the Brackety-Ack with a brand-new column, Ciao, Italia! During the next three months,...

22 Things… “The Bachelor” Observations

Written by Kaelyn Spickler I am now freshly 22-year-old, and unless something crazy happens, this is my last semester writing for the Brackety-Ack. :( With...

Less Than 100 Days Left for Seniors

Written by Zach "It's Been Four Years Already?" Dalton The one thing Roanoke College students look forward to, aside from graduation, is the 100 Days...

22 Things… Ways to Boost Self-Confidence

Written by Kaelyn Spickler I am now a somewhat-freshly-22-year-old, and unless something crazy happens (which at this point it would have to be really crazy),...

Best Tips for Selling Your Belongings

Written by Zach "Does Anyone Want a Toaster?" Dalton Well, the time is upon us. The end of the semester. For some it means a...

What Last Minute V-Day Gift Should You Get Your Partner?

Written by Kaelyn Spickler How long have you been together?  This is the first date We’ve gone out for a few months 8 months-a year 2+ years   What is a...

RC Dining Hacks

by Marisa Seager Over my time at Roanoke College and especially as a picky eater, there are a few tips and tricks that I’ve picked...

On the DC Beat: Music to Pie For

by Devon Mitchell The Pie Shop, located on the H Street Corridor of DC, is a swanky spot for anyone looking for good music and...

Ciao, Italia: Two Weeks In

by Kristi Rolf Last month I wrote about my preparations for my semester abroad in Perugia, Italy. Now I’m finally at the Umbra Institute and...

Farewell Dear Old Roanoke

by Lucy Collins My four years at Roanoke have not been the average four years that a traditional college senior would have experienced. Although every...

A Source of RC Pride

by Allison Shaw The LGBTQ+ community on our campus is one which continues to grow and thrive. One of the many ways in which this...

Last Minute Halloween Costumes

By Mia Shelton BOO! Were you spooked?  Who’s excited for Halloweekend?  Halloween is tiptoeing around the corner, and there is always pressure to have an...

End of Semester Pep Talk

by Mia Shelton owards the end of the semester, it’s easy to let motivation slip.  Papers become mundane, quizzes feel silly, and worksheets are a...

22 Things… Women’s History Month

Written by Kaelyn Spickler I am now freshly 22-year-old, and unless something crazy happens, this is my last semester writing for the Brackety-Ack. :( With...

New Semester, New Me

By Marisa Seager Personally, I have never been a much of a fan of the phrase “new year, new me,” but I do like this...

Spooky Gaming

By Marisa Seager If you are anything like me, you might not be planning to go out on Halloween night or Halloweekend… Here are all of...

A Snowy Soundtrack

By Mia Shelton Happy winter!  Snow is falling and the temperature is dropping.  Everyone is bundling up for warmth and enjoying company of friends.  Winter...