Opinion
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.
Remembering Women in Psychology
Written by Kristi Rolf
Two years ago, I took a psychology class that first ignited my passion for the topic. In this intro-level class, I...
Repost Media Informs Millions
Written by Chamberlain Zulauf
Asian American hate was undeniably real on March 16th with the targeted massacre of 8 people (mostly of Asian American descent) at...
Spring Without a Break
Written by Kristi Rolf
One year ago, the Roanoke College community was reeling from the difficult decision made to transition to online-learning as the COVID-19...
Daylight Savings > St. Patty’s Day
Written by Chamberlain "I Got Seasonal Depression" Zulauf
Where will you be at 2 a.m. on Mar. 14? Most Maroons will probably be asleep. What...
Royal Watch: Harry and Meghan Tell All
Written by Devon "Duchess of Devonshire" Mitchell
For those of you who do not know, I have an unhealthy obsession with the British Monarchy. So,...
St. Patrick’s Day: It’s Not Just for Drinking Anymore
Written by Zach “I Got Irish Heritage” Dalton
Well, well, well… here we are yet again, dear reader. Just you, me and a holiday fallen...
Spoiler-Free TV Recommendation: “Twin Peaks”
Written by Jasey Roberts
The original “Twin Peaks” (currently streaming on Netflix) was created by TV writer Mark Frost and all-around madman David Lynch. The...
Let’s Get Ce-REAL
Written by Chamberlain Zulauf
My roommate and I do a lot together: we watch TV shows (last semester it was Breaking Bad and this semester...
Album Corner: “Rest Without Regrets…”
Written by Zach “Definitely Not a Music Major” Dalton
You might remember a few issues back, I wrote an album review on Joji’s “Nectar.” Well,...
A Fresh Perspective on a Classic Romance
Written by Kristi Rolf
I’ve never been one to re-read books. The fact that I will never be able to read every great book that...
Este, Danielle, Alana, and Taylor (Swift) Haim
Written by Devon "The Other Long-Lost Haim Sister" Mitchell
In case you didn’t know, HAIM, the iconic sister indie rock/pop trio, released a version of...
Valentine’s Day Needs a Rebrand
Written by Kristi Rolf
Just when we thought the holidays were over, February brings another celebration saturated with whimsical traditions and consumeristic fever. Valentine’s Day...
The Chiefs Learn Why They Shouldn’t Bet Against Tom Brady
Written by Chamberlain Zulauf
Okay, Tom Brady is the GOAT. Come on. After winning last Sunday’s Super Bowl LV (55), Tom single-handedly has more Super...
Biden’s First 100 Days
Written by Devon Mitchell
46th President Joe Biden has made a lot of promises to the American people, hoping to curb COVID-19 spread, return to...
Another Modest Holiday Proposal
Written by Zach "Huge Discounts on the 15th" Dalton
Well, here we are. Another semester, another issue and another holiday on the horizon. Let’s talk...
A Little Spring in Your Semester
Written by Zach “We’re Almost There” Dalton
The Fall Semester is coming to an end. I have mentioned it before and I’ll mention it again,...
Lyrical Deep Dive: Picture of My Dress
Written by Devon Mitchell
Recently a new band has come across my desk. The Mountain Goats, an indie rock/folk band first formed in the early...
Relaxing with Horoscopes
Written by Chamberlain Zulauf
The last two weeks of the semester is prime time for procrastination. Recently, Spotify advertising has shown me a new way...
Lessons from Quarantine to Take into Winter Break
Written by Kristi Rolf
As we come to the end of an accelerated semester, college students throughout the country are facing a historically long break...
A Business Major’s Take on the 2020 Election
Written by Chamberlain Zulauf
Disclaimer: this is not a biased article and I’m not going to say anything specific about either candidate! I feel obligated...
