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This page offers articles of a humorous nature, opinion pieces, social and political commentaries, and even rants. If you're down for a laugh or hear a side this is the page to go to.
The Perfect Swipe
by Marisa Seager
As most Maroons know, a meal swipe is equivalent to eight dollars. But, have you noticed how tricky it is to get...
Thoughts from Seventh Grade
by Rebecca Dance
Question: What are three objects that represent you?
“A soccer ball, my goalie gloves, and my hoodies.”
“My DVD copy of Platoon, my sketchbook,...
Gun Violence: A Future Educator’s Perspective
by Rebecca Dance
To say that I am angry is an understatement. To say that I am devastated, scared, frustrated, sad, and that it feels...
Communal Kitchens and Why I Hate Them
by Rebecca Dance
I have lived in Maxey Hall for my entire four years here at Roanoke College. I have been cooking for that same...
Starting the Last Semester
by Rebecca Dance
You could take the title of this article in two directions, at first. Either I’m talking about the last semester of this...
My Least Favorite Week of the Semester
by Alexis Barton
I have always loved going back to school. When I was a kid, I was truly thriving when I got to pick...
The Ultimate Dorm Ranking
by Marisa Seager
Unlike most other students at Roanoke, I have lived in five different dorms over my time here. So, without further ado, here...
The Senioritis is Real
by Marisa Seager
Senioritis (noun): “a supposed affliction of students in their final year of high school or college, characterized by a decline in motivation...
Having a December Birthday
by Rebecca Dance
I always wanted to be one of those kids who could have a pool party for a birthday party. Unfortunately, my birthday...
Is it Christmas Season Yet?
by Chamberlain Zulauf
The last three months on the calendar make up one of the best times of year— Holiday Season (Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas)....
The Void Between Thanksgiving and December 17th
by Rebecca Dance
Somebody asked me how I was doing yesterday and I had to stop and think about it because it had not occurred...
My Nose is Stuffy All the Time
by Rebecca Dance
As is my constant complaint, I do not understand what the weather in Virginia is doing on any given day. In addition...
Class Registration is Stressful
by Rebecca Dance
I’ve been registering for classes since 2019, and I’m on the final stretch. I’m a first semester senior registering for the classes...
Elon and Twitter: BUAD Notes
by Chamberlain Zulauf
Maybe Elon Musk knows more than I do about macroeconomics and strategic management. I can admit that, sure, but Macroeconomics and Strategic...
Thanksgiving – A Picky Eater’s Nightmare
by Marisa Seager
While I’m excited for another break from classes, I’m not so excited about the reason behind this upcoming break – Thanksgiving.
As much...
Halloween Decor
by Rebecca Dance
So I love Halloween, but I hate spiders. This comes at a price, since there are a lot of arachnid-based Halloween decorations....
The Best Holiday
by Marisa Seager
Halloween is the best holiday, and you can’t change my mind. But I will tell you why.
You have an excuse to...
Pumpkin Spice Lattes Own My Soul
by Rebecca Dance
I’ll admit to it: I deeply enjoy pumpkin spice lattes despite the general perception that they are a silly drink. I’ve always...
Halloweekend Costume Scaries
Chamberlain Zulauf
Halloween week is a spirited time on campus. It’s a perfect storm of spookiness and post-fall-break-rowdiness. The student body seemed overwhelmed this past...
Muzak vs. Silence: Is There a Place for Silence in Public Spaces?
by Chamberlain Zulauf
Looking for opinion article inspiration online I came across the above prompt, thanks to the folks at wowessays.com. It isn’t the most...
