On February 17, 2025, a Delta Connection flight landed roughly at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The plane, a Bombardier CRJ900, flipped over on the runway due to strong winds and heavy snow. Thankfully, all 80 passengers and crew survived, though 21 people were injured. This crash is part of a worrying trend in 2025. So…
On February 14th, over 1,000 National Parks employees were laid off with no warning or direct reason. These layoffs are part of President Trump’s push to improve government efficiency and shrink the size of the federal government. According to the White House, “the government wastes billions of dollars each year on duplicative programs and frivolous…
Spring Break is finally upon us, and students at Roanoke College are ready to unwind, relax, and catch up on schoolwork and sleep. After a long stretch of midterms and papers, it is safe to say everyone is ready for a well-earned break. Some students are heading to a tropical destination, taking a spontaneous adventure,…
As we move into Spring Break and finally take a step back from schoolwork, students are getting prepared for an exciting week away from campus and the bustling schedule of classes. Students are hoping for a calm break filled with good weather and happy company! In this article, we take a look into how students…
Jayde Mooney is a senior from Clintwood, Virginia, with a history major and a public history concentration. She works as the Head RA for Southside, having lived and RA’d for Crawford for the majority of her years here and now resides in Bartlett. “I was the RA of Crawford second floor for a year and…
It may sound like a broken record, but last weekend the Theater at Roanoke College performed “A Monster Calls” adapted by Sally Cookson and Adam Peck (from the novel by Patrick Ness). Many people might have heard of this title before since it is a classic taught in schools across America. To summarize the show,…
The iconic Saturday Night Live comedy show is celebrating its 50th anniversary, performing memorable and hilarious skits since 1975. To commemorate such an occasion, SNL decided to create a 50th anniversary skit that displayed not only fan favorite shows, but also brought back some nostalgic history, whether from returning actors from the older eras or the accumulation of the show. The opening…
There are several musical groups on campus, and in the last week, there have been multiple concerts. On Sunday, February 23rd, the Concert Choir performed as a part of a special Black History Month service at Shiloh Baptist Church. Their two selected pieces were “Nothin’ Gonna Stumble My Feet” and “I Wanna Be Ready.”…
What is it about football that gets everyone so ramped up and exited for the championship? The Super Bowl, is such a big deal every year and part of me wants to remind people that it comes back again next year. With its commercials and half time shows the producers of the game do everything…
Valentine’s Day, a celebration of love and affection, often comes with a significant environmental cost. From the mass production of flowers to the excessive packaging of gifts, the holiday generates a considerable amount of waste and carbon emissions. As we become more conscious of our environmental footprint, it’s essential to consider how we can celebrate…