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Darwin Days!

Fighting the Flu

Did one tour do this?

Walking out of my room on the second floor of Bartlett to a crowd of people was a shock last October. I probably should...

Snowy Escapades

Most of you by now have probably noticed the last remnants of the snowfall from earlier this month slowly melting away into oblivion throughout...

Mastering Time Management: A Key to Success in the New Year

As we usher in the new year, many of us are returning to college with renewed energy and a fresh set of goals. Among...

Roanoke College Away

Many things draw students to Roanoke College as their home as they get their bachelor's degree: the professors, the small town, athletics, academics, and...

An Open Love Letter to Roanoke College

Finals season is here!. My friends and I call this time “hell week,” which we find to be a rather humorous nickname for what...

Traffic Nightmares

With this being the last week of classes, and finals just ahead, next week's move-out is upon us. Even though we just got back...

Why Study Abroad?

Studying abroad is an experience that transcends the traditional classroom setting, offering students a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in new cultures, environments, and...

What Happened to Thanksgiving?

Is it Grinch-like of me to get annoyed at Christmas celebrations and good tidings before Thanksgiving? Everywhere I turn it seems like the world...

An Electrifying Performance

Last weekend marked the long-awaited premiere of Theater Roanoke College’s latest production, Machinal. I attended the opening performance, and I was blown away. I’m...

The Need for Sustainability at Roanoke College

Many students here at Roanoke College pride themselves on being forward-thinking and environmentally conscious. However, a glaring issue persists on our beautiful campus: the lack of effective...

Are Sleigh Bells Ringing?

With Halloween now behind us, it’s time to focus on a new holiday. But nobody can decide on what holiday! Some stores began displaying Christmas...

Building Bridges, Not Walls: How Students can be a Catalyst for...

Roanoke College is an institution I deeply love. I have made many memories here, good and bad, that have fundamentally shaped me into not...

Theologies on Tap

After fall break, everything changes. Classes pick up, events are always happening, and due dates and exams start to stare you in the face....

Spooky Sweets

By Ren Monin Halloween is just around the corner, and you can feel it all around! Pumpkin spice, orange and black, and all sorts of...

Halloween in the Halls

By Nina Earle Halloween is coming and feels closer than ever! I have lived on campus for three years, and this year people are definitely...

Emotional Support Animals at Roanoke College: More Than Just Pets

By Delaney Collins At Roanoke College, the presence of emotional support animals (ESAs) has become increasingly common, reflecting a broader trend in higher education. These...

An EPIC Musical

Have you ever thought to yourself  “Man, I wish there was a contemporary and modern musical adaptation of Homer’s epic tale The Odyssey?” If...

Improving Campus Accessibility

As everyone probably noticed, this past weekend campus got flooded with parents and families. Every year the college is proud to show off all...

The Importance of Informed Consent in Healthcare: Lessons from Henrietta Lacks

In 1951, Henrietta Lacks, an African American woman, sought treatment for cervical cancer at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Without her knowledge or consent, doctors took...

Spreading Peace and Love On Planet Earth

By Ren Monin With the semester now in full swing, your life may be starting to get a little crazy. Between education, employment, extracurriculars, and...