A Message from Dr. Trexler
I will remember the class of 2020 for their sharp intellect, compassion, and courage. I started teaching at RC in Fall 2017. The students...
A Message to the Class of 2020 From the Faculty
Written by Devon Mitchell
To Roanoke’s Class of 2020, as you cross the finish line of your college career and enter into the crazy unknown...
To Gaston Ocampo from Dr. Rubongoya
I have a fond memory of his first day in class, fresh from Argentina wearing a heavy poncho on a warm fall day! He...
Seniors in The Research Lab
Written by Dr. Darcey Powell
I have two seniors in my research lab: Riker Lawrence & Rachel Harmon, that I'd like to highlight.
Riker has been...
Best Wishes Class of 2020
Written by Kaelyn Spickler
Dear Class of 2020,
The end of the semester came quicker than any of us anticipated. All of our hearts go out...
Until We Meet Again
Written by Caisi Calandra, Opinion Editor
The last few weeks have been eventful, that’s for sure. Or I guess you could say uneventful — depends...
A Reality Check for College Students Concerning the Stimulus Package
Written by Devon Mitchell
Last month, Congress passed the $2 trillion stimulus bill, which provides many Americans with payments of up to $1,200 to help...
Sincerely Strange: A Comeback Attempt from the Most Hated Man in...
Written by Jasey Roberts
In his new comedy special - dropped covertly on his website for digital download - Louis CK is attempting to do...
It’s Time We All Start Watching “American Idol” Again
Written by Joyelle Ronan
“There was one great part to your song – it was the end!”
- Simon Cowell
Allow me to take you back to...
Find Your Silver Lining
Written by Vanessa Mutesi
2020 has come with energy that we never expected. For many, 2020 was going to be THAT year, but we didn’t...
Putting the Pro in Procrastination
Written by Joyelle Ronan
I’m not going to tell you that you shouldn’t procrastinate. You already know this information because your professor told you two...
My Corona or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love...
Written by Jasey Roberts
It is hard to remain hopeful.
Because why should I? After talks of a third World War in January alone, we are...
Bernie or Biden?
Written by Devon Mitchell
It's official! Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders are the only two candidates trying for the democratic nomination for the 2020 election....
Ladies, Time for Introspection
Written by Vanessa Mutesi
It is officially my second favorite month of the year.
The month of March marks a time when we celebrate women and...
Spring Breakers…or Alternative Breakers?
Written by Devon Mitchell
While it may be fun to spend spring break lying on the beach, there is another option for Roanoke College equally...
Kidpinions: St. Patrick’s Day
Written by Joyelle Ronan
As a kid, St. Patrick’s Day was one of my favorite holidays. I picked out my green outfit days in advance...
A Teetotalist’s Guide to Saint Paddy’s Day
Written by Jasey Roberts
I have come across a term that you don’t tend to see in everyday discourse but is nonetheless an important part...
Is Being Too Hot a Crime?
Written by Joyelle Ronan
Can an actor or actress be too attractive to play a role? Broadway actor Jeremy Jordan was recently condemned for being...
Disastrous Decisions from the Democrats
Written by Ethan Perritt
It’s no secret the Democratic Party doesn’t want Bernie Sanders as its candidate. There are numerous documents proving their allegiance to...
