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Folk of ‘Noke: Queen Kelsey
Written by Lorin Brice Hall
We here at the Brackety-Ack strive to highlight Maroons of the highest caliber. The young woman who graces this issue...
New Faces (With Masks) in New Places
Written by Alexis Barton
Football. Is. Back. Thursday, the reigning Super Bowl Champions Kansas City Chiefs took on the Houston Texans to kick off the...
Going the Poll Nine Yards
Written by Mateo Biggs
Quarantine is always something everyone will look back on, either because everyone learned something new (disregarding the current dance trend on...
Stay Al;ve: National Suicide Prevention Month
Written by Joyelle Ronan
If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please contact the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK(8255) or...
Episode 2: Lessons from The Bachelor – From a Major Fangirl
Written by Kaelyn Spickler
As we know, I’m a big Bachelor franchise fan. I feel like that has been said on repeat here in the...
20-20 Vision for New Wrestling Program
Written by Lauren Roth
In March of 2020, Roanoke College Athletic Director Scott Allison hired Nate Yetzer to be the head coach of Roanoke’s brand...
It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Halloween
Written by Zach “There Are Currently 104 Days Till Christmas” Dalton
Ah, September. The air is changing, the children are back to school (some virtually...
A New Way to Watch Movies
Written by Kristina Calhoun
With the coronavirus still affecting millions, Disney has decided to release their live-action remake of “Mulan” on their streaming site Disney+...
Senior Spotlight: Zachary Dalton and Emilee Wooten
Written by Katherine Clatterbuck
In the wake of the ODAC’s decision to suspend competition for the fall semester, Roanoke College seniors are preparing for postponed...
An Issue Bigger Than the Game
Written by Alexis Barton
The year 2020 has been a year that no one saw coming. A pandemic that closed down colleges and universities, mass...
Long Shifts with Hideous Men
Written by Jasey Roberts
This past summer I got a job being paid a good margin above minimum wage to be your resident grocer/cashier/punching bag....
Ditch the Pumpkin Spice Latte, Try One of These Instead
Written by Marisa Seager
I don’t know about you, but as the seasons begin to change, I get most excited about one thing… the introduction...
“I do!” Niecy Nash’s Wedding Bash
Written by Joseph Carrick
Niecy Nash shocked her fans and Hollywood alike recently with her surprise wedding to singer Jessica Betts. Her #LoveWins themed announcement...
The Final Move-In Decision
Written by Chamberlain Zulauf
After much suspense and speculation, the final plan for how the semester will continue was announced this past Friday. The...
The Origins of Your Favorite Fall Traditions
Written by Zoe Manoukian
With the first week of September behind us, we are now approaching the autumnal equinox and the first few unofficial days...
Quarantine Social Experiment
Written by Kaelyn Spickler
For the last week I have been in quarantine, but I have not been bored! You might be wondering how this...
9/11 Annual Tribute Causes Controversy
Written by Devon Mitchell
Friday September 11th marks nineteen years since the fatal attacks on the Twin Towers in New York City. For the past...
Who is Kamala Harris?
Written by Joey Slusher
As of August 11, 2020, the Democratic party has had its presidential ticket when Vice President Joe Biden nominated Senator and...
Get to Know Roanoke College
Written by Joyelle Ronan
Access the crossword puzzle here: https://crosswordlabs.com/view/get-to-know-roanoke-college
Answer key:
rooney - Our beloved mascot
miller - Hall where most English classes are
bingo - Everyone's favorite...
Wildfires Rage All Over Northern California
Written by Jack Miller
As we shift into the latter half of 2020, California has just begun preparation for its wildfire season. Just as the...
