By Marisa Seager Lillian Pingel, a junior from Waynesboro, VA: “I’m really excited to be back in classrooms this year! It is much easier to retain information and focus during class time.” Carrie Lloyd, a senior from Lynchburg, VA: “I have mixed feelings concerning the return to campus for in-person classes. On one hand,…
by Charissa Roberson Starting Sunday, come out to Olin Theatre and audition for Theatre Roanoke College’s fall musical: “Into the Woods”! Auditions are open to all, regardless of age, skill level or major. To audition, sign-up for a slot on either Sept. 12 or Sept. 13, between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Come prepared…
by Anna Tillman Marvel Studios has recently released movies and TV shows that follow new superheroes and the challenges they must overcome. It has been an exciting time meeting the next generation of Marvel heros. The newest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe is “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” — and…
by Mateo Biggs As school starts up once again and summer begins to fade to autumn, many students of Roanoke College are reminiscing about their breaks. From trips abroad to trips down the street, from weekends spent with friends to months spent with family, what everyone can agree on is that this summer has…
Written by Kaelyn Spickler I am now a somewhat-freshly-22-year-old, and after a semester’s worth of eight lists with 22 bullet points, we have come to the end of the road. So, here are 22 things I love about Roanoke College, all of which I will miss dearly. The lifelong friendships I have created. The Communication…
Written by Devon Mitchell As the Roanoke College Class of 2021 moves their tassels to the left side of their cap, some of their beloved professors will be graduating with them. RC will miss its retiring professors, but just like the graduating class, they will always be a part of the Roanoke community. The Business…
Written by Zoe Manoukian Well, Roanoke, it’s been a tough year! As my time here comes to a close and I reflect on my college experience, that’s the word that keeps coming to mind—tough. College is truly a unique time and a time that surely poses trials and tribulations of all shapes and sizes for…
Written by Joyelle Ronan The Class of 2021 Student Activity Media Arts Hall of Fame will be inducting eight seniors to have their picture and accomplishments hang on the wall in the Garrett Student Media Lounge. They will join 28 student honorees who have contributed to the legacy of media arts at Roanoke College through…
Written by Kristi Rolf As commencement quickly approaches, we at the Brackety-Ack are feeling especially grateful for the wonderful seniors on our staff who have dedicated countless hours to ensure that our paper is the best it can be. As the class of 2021 prepares to tackle life post-graduation, we captured their reflections on their…
Written by Alexis Barton After four years and four successful seasons, we are proud to recognize the following graduating senior athletes: Men’s and Women’s Cross Country: Zach Dalton, Turner Jordan, Allie Barthol, Kasey Fairbanks, Abbey Packard Men’s Basketball: Max Menzel Women’s Basketball: Megan Wheeler, Kristina Harrel, Kayla Kinsler, Jayla Faison Field Hockey: Lauren Heffron, Kaylee…