October flies by in the blink of an eye, but maroons were able to enjoy their time with the month, including the wonderful holiday of Halloween. While the spooky season may be over, November offers plenty more of Fall to be enjoyed (or not depending on your seasonal preferences). It is also the month of novel writing! The on-campus organization On Concept’s Edge will have submissions open throughout the month to help cultivate the arts from our fellow maroons, writing and beyond. Let’s see if any maroons have a creative spark they wish to share during these lovely autumn days.
How are you enjoying this Fall season so far? What is your favorite part of Fall? Least favorite?
“I love fall! ‘Tis my favorite season. I love watching the leaves turn to sunset fire and the brisk autumnal chill. Not a big fan of the dark though.” – Ruthie Nutt, Class of ‘27
What would you give your recent Halloween experience -/10? What did you get to do for the Holiday? (And if you dressed up, what was your costume?)
“8/10, I had a really relaxing Halloween; got to watch Charlie Brown’s the Great Pumpkin, have some sparkling cider, and dress up as Alexander Hamilton! I also got to go to sleep at a decent hour, which was pretty great.” – Iliana Martinez, Class of ‘29
November is the month of novel writing! What is your favorite novel and why? Also, will you be submitting to the On Concept’s Edge Literary Art Journal for the college?
“My favorite novel is “Perfume” by Patrick Suskind. I was always incredibly drawn to its almost surrealistic feel and its similarity to works by Beatnik authors I love. I also have a really strong sense of smell, and that book made me want to rip my nose off in the best way possible. I intend to submit some of my own work to On Concept’s Edge, but I am also working on a poetry collection myself which I intend to publish in early 2026.”
– Harper Norman, Class of ‘29
Vance Redd
Staff Reporter
