Salem is Weird.
Written by Nina Earle
Salem is a weird cat. This comes from some one who is not a cat person. I do not have very...
Beyond the Footprints
Written by Kai Sanchez
In the expansive list of folklore and mysterious creatures that pepper human history, few captivate my imagination quite like Bigfoot. This...
America’s Own Lochness
Written by
Kai Sanchez
In the tranquil waters of Chesapeake Bay, a mystery lurks beneath the surface—a legend that has captured the imaginations of locals and...
Tea or Coffee?
Written by Mikaela Gantz
Now, I’m aware that this is a controversial take, but just hear me out. Coffee is amazing. I love coffee, in...
It’s Floor Time
Written by Mikaela Gantz
Post-midterms I thought I would write an article about one way I cope with anxiety. This is simply my experience with...
Energy Levels Depleted
Written by Nina Earle
Break is such a blessing and a curse for me every time that it comes around. Part of me loves break,...
The Dark Side of Food TV
Written by Nina Earle
As a kid I watched all the cooking shows on the Food Network. I watched in awe as shows had bakers...
My idol: Jimmy Carter
Written by Mikaela Gantz
As a political science major, I often get asked who my favorite president is. Now it's very easy for me to...
Spring Has Sprung!
by Rebecca Dance
I’ve done it, folks. I finally got to sit outside long enough to get a sunburn. I regret it a little bit,...
Thoughts from Seventh Grade
by Rebecca Dance
Question: What would you do for 24 hours without Wi-Fi or your phone?
“I would disappear into the woods and start a bonfire.”
“I...
The Ultimate Energy Drink Ranking
by Marisa Seager
While it might not be a good thing, I’ve been an avid caffeine consumer from a very young age. I enjoy everything...
My Last President’s Ball
by Rebecca Dance
This Saturday is my last President’s Ball. With a theme of “Glitz & Glam”, I’m not sure there could be a more...
Kiss Me, I’m Irish
by Rebecca Dance
I didn’t realize I was Irish for the longest time, even though my mother’s maiden name is McCarthy, my favorite storybook when...
Shows that Netflix Shouldn’t Have Canceled
by Marisa Seager
As we’ve all noticed by now, Netflix has a habit of canceling really good shows after only a season or two. These...
Thoughts from Seventh Grade
by Rebecca Dance
Question: What is your favorite music genre, and why?
“I love fortnite.”
“Pop-rock because it is very diverse and is very energetic.”
“Techno because I...
The Art of Shopping Secondhand
by Rebecca Dance
Last Saturday, I went shopping at Plato’s Closet. It wasn’t the only place I went shopping, but it was a successful shopping...
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...
