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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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

To the Class of 2020 from Professor Gibbs

Class of 2020 – a year you won’t forget!  We have watched you grow into young, independent adults and are proud of all you...

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...

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...

Dear Public Health Studies Majors and Minors

December 2019 and May 2020 Public Health Studies Majors and Minors: Thank you. Thank you for taking a chance on a new program and...

Madalyn Chapman: An RC Icon

Written by Joyelle Ronan If you told me that in her limited free time Madalyn Chapman found the answer to world peace, it wouldn’t surprise...

HHP Seniors

Written by Professor Matthew Rearick Seniors Kyle Grohbrugge and Natalie Whitney presented their research posters at the Southeast American College of Sports Medicine Conference in...

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...

A Letter to the HEXS Class of 2020

Consider this note a celebratory embrace for your accomplishments and contributions to the Roanoke College community. The HEXS faculty have appreciated the many opportunities...