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.

Which Fall Date Are You And Your Boo?

Written by Kaelyn Spickler Cuffing season is here y’all! Due to the coronavirus pandemic, this may have snuck up on many people, but despite social...

Don’t Forget to Care For Yourself

Written by Mia Shelton Tired after a stressful week? Need help decompressing from a tooth pulling week? Well don’t worry, here is the best recipe...

Lessons From The Bachelor- By a Major Fan Girl: Episode Four

Written by Kaelyn Spickler As we know, I’m a big Bachelor franchise fan. I feel like I have said that on repeat here in the...

What Your Favorite Halloween Candy Says About You

Written by Kaelyn Spickler It’s the most sugary time of year as aisles are stocked to the rim with everyone’s favorite candy. There’s variety packs,...

Covid-ween and the Costumes You’ll See

Written by Zach “Have you Ever Heard a Ghost Say Boo?” Dalton What will Halloween look like this year? After months and months of social...

Lessons From The Bachelor(ette) – By a Major Fan Girl: Episode...

Written by Kaelyn Spickler Bachelor Nation’s televisions have been blessed with the newest season of The Bachelorette, which first premiered on October 13, and here’s...

Crafty Witches

Written by Mia Shelton Hello to all my Witches and Frankenstein! Are you sitting bored in your dorm room with your friends? Have you watched...

Which Taylor Swift Era Are You?

Written by Kaelyn Spickler As of November 1, the icon herself- Taylor Swift- could begin re-recording her first five albums in order to take ownership...

Calling All Fashionistas!

Written by Mia Shelton Online shopping. What a guilty pleasure, one that will not be apologized for. While this is now considered to be a...

An Open Letter on Finals

Written by Zach “This Was My Last Fall Semester” Dalton Dear Maroons, What a semester. It started with so much uncertainty and hesitation that many of...

Lessons From The Bachelor(ette)- By a Major Fan Girl: Episode 6

Written by Kaelyn Spickler Bachelor Nation’s televisions have been blessed with the newest season of The Bachelorette, which first premiered on October 13, and Bachelor...

The Best COVID-19 Friendly Friendsgiving

Written by Mia Shelton Pass the mash and gravy! Are you just dying to get home to finally get your hands on a home-cooked meal,...

How to Secure Your “Holidate” Via Online Dating Apps

Written by Kaelyn Spickler Netflix recently released Holidate where a woman, bitter about being single for the holidays, runs into a man who is tired...

How to Avoid Hot Topics Around the Dinner Table

Written by Kaelyn Spickler The holidays are here, and if you think the usual small-talk you have with your second cousin at the table during...

How to Celebrate the Semester’s End

Written by Zach “the End is Only the Beginning” Dalton  Here we are, Maroons. The end of the semester. I mention in my opinion piece...

22 Things… That Represent “An Epic Love”

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...

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...

A Blueprint for a Healthy Relationship

Written by Zach "I'm Not Certified" Dalton ​I want to preface this article by saying this: I am not a certified relationship “guru” or “expert;”...

Hot Girl Valentines

Written by Mia Shelton Welcome back beauties!  You have been missed immensely.  It’s good to have you back at Roanoke!   Let’s get straight to the point-...

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...