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“Toads”
by Rebecca Dance
Recently, I’ve decided that I don’t believe in toads.
To give a little background into why I’ve been thinking about amphibians, spring has...
Spring Cleaning: Mental Health
by Marisa Seager
The practice of spring cleaning is thoroughly cleaning your home in the springtime but why not try cleaning your mind? This is...
Graduation Draws Near for Class of ’22
by Jack Miller
As March continues and graduation gets closer and closer, Roanoke is excited to announce that the Final 50 Days celebration is planned...
Ukranians Stall Putin’s Progress
by Edgard Lacayo
Putin’s invasion has been slowed down over the past weeks and the war has begun to become static. The feared Russian 40-mile-long...
Endemic Now?
Devon Mitchell
It’s been over two years since the novel coronavirus found its way into all of our lives and it seems like an end...
Ciao, Italia: Two Weeks In
by Kristi Rolf
Last month I wrote about my preparations for my semester abroad in Perugia, Italy. Now I’m finally at the Umbra Institute and...
How I Feel About TikTok
by Rebecca Dance
I did not love TikTok when it first came out as the new social media app, but eventually I did get sucked...
Folk of ‘Noke Jasey Roberts
by Chamberlain Zulauf
A congenial presence across campus, Jasey Roberts (‘22) is a Literature and Creative Writing double major from Christiansburg, VA, “just 30 minuets...
RC Dining Hacks
by Marisa Seager
Over my time at Roanoke College and especially as a picky eater, there are a few tips and tricks that I’ve picked...
The RCIFF Returns!
by Anna Tillman
Roanoke College’s annual International Film Festival is here! This year's festival theme is animals. Therefore, each movie is centered on different types...
Breaking the Game
by Mateo Biggs
Despite how soon it feels, many students are already getting ready and excited for spring break– something sorely missed from the previous...
Maroons Talk: Midterms
by Sydney Young
We all know that midterms can be a stressful time of the year. Some people seem to have no extra work on...
On the DC Beat: Music to Pie For
by Devon Mitchell
The Pie Shop, located on the H Street Corridor of DC, is a swanky spot for anyone looking for good music and...
ODAC Playoffs Preview: Men’s and Women’s Basketball
by Alexis Barton
After finding success in the regular season, the men’s and women’s basketball are positioned for stellar performances in the Old Dominion Athletic...
Theatre RC Presents: “The Children’s Hour”
by Karen Kohler
This weekend Theatre RC is putting on “The Children’s Hour,” written by Lillian Hellman. The show opens on Feb. 24 and runs...
“Daredevil”: The Show That Won’t Stay Down
by Charissa Roberson
“Spider-Man: No Way Home” featured many cameos from other Marvel projects: including none other than Charlie Cox’s Matt Murdock, a.k.a. Daredevil. The...
Maroons Score Big in Home Opener
by Alexis Barton
The men’s lacrosse team took the field for the first time this season on Saturday, February 19th. Marking the beginning of the...
Protestors at the White House Demand Sanctions on Russia
Devon Mitchell
Hundreds of people gathered in front of the White House this Thursday calling on President Biden to take a tougher stance on Russia,...
Florida Legislation Causes Uproar
by Alexis Barton
Recently in Florida, the Parental Rights in Education bill has created uproar on the state and nationwide levels. The bill, also referred...
Senior Spotlight: Ayanna Scarborough and Renee Alquiza
by Katherine Clatterbuck
The Roanoke women’s basketball team has had a record-breaking season with 20 wins and ended the season ranked third in the ODAC...
