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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...
Say Goodbye to Maskne
Written by Kaelyn Spickler
Now that we are well into 2021, the distribution of the vaccine provides a light at the end of the tunnel...
Less Than 100 Days Left for Seniors
Written by Zach "It's Been Four Years Already?" Dalton
The one thing Roanoke College students look forward to, aside from graduation, is the 100 Days...
Brady Solidifies His Legacy
Written by Carter Weissenfluh
Despite the fact that two of the greatest quarterbacks of their generations faced off last Sunday, the Super Bowl was considered...
Tips for Talking Sports with Your Valentine
Written by Lauren Roth
Let them do the talking.
This is the most basic strategy and easiest way to go. Just about everyone has something...
February Horoscopes
Written by Joyelle Ronan
Aries (March 21 - April 19)- Being bold might really pay off this Valentine’s Day. Your ability to pull off a...
Folk of ‘Noke: Xavier O’Brien
Written by Zachary Dalton
This issue the Brackety-Ack got to sit down with Xavier O’Brien, a senior majoring with Secondary Education with a concentration in...
Making Gains on Valentine’s Day: Couple Workouts
Written by Sydney Brenner
Due to COVID-19, gyms have become a potential hotspot for the spread of the virus. At-home workouts can be a safer...
The Best (and Cheesiest) Valentine’s Films
Written by Mateo Biggs
This year, Valentine’s Day will look a little different. With COVID-19 ever present, conditions aren’t exactly ripe for finding romance. Even...
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...
Star-Crossed Stars: Celebrity Couples Who Have Stood the Test of Time
Written by Charissa Roberson
The entertainment industry is more well-known for whirlwind romances and messy break-ups than it is for long-standing relationships. However, some celebrity...
A Halftime Show to Remember
Written by Kristina Calhoun
Since March 2020, the world has faced significant changes in everyday life due to COVID-19. However, the Super Bowl still managed...
What the VALENTINE’S BLANK with Zachary Dalton and Kaillee Philleo: Part Two
Written by Alexis Barton
One year after their first Valentine’s interview, the Brackety-Ack caught up with perhaps the cutest couple on the Track & Field...
Roanoke Experiences “Cyber Event”
Written by Devon Mitchell
On Tuesday, December 15, the Roanoke community received an email from the college informing them, Roanoke experienced a ‘cyber event’. Students,...
Book Review: “A Swim in a Pond in the Rain”
Written by Jasey Roberts
In January, acclaimed short story writer and novelist George Saunders released a new nonfiction piece, “A Swim in a Pond in...
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...
Changing the Game
Written by Kristina Calhoun
Companies can gain popularity on their own, but the best way to get a message heard or a product shown is...
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...
