Written by Carey Linkous Finals week: the infamous seven days when everyone is stressed, and coffee is the beverage of choice. In truth, there’s no secret key to surviving finals week. As students, we are all different and we each have different methods for coping with the stress of exams. That being said, there are…
Written by Bradley Bommarito In a new and creative way of expressing gratitude during the Thanksgiving season, Rooney’s Brews in Fintel Library unveiled “The Giving Tree” in the week prior to break. From Monday. Nov. 18 through Monday, Nov. 25, students had the opportunity to show appreciation for faculty and staff by writing their name…
Written by Vanessa Mutesi “New year, new me” season is slowly creeping up on us. As we wind down the year and essentially the decade here is a lot to reflect on, be thankful for, and also prepare for. 2020 is a new decade and a new chapter for us all, but will we continue…
Written by Garrett Ruggieri What sport are you a part of? Track and Field. Which events do you run? 60m, 60m Hurdles, 100m, 110m Hurdles, 200m, 400m, 400m Hurdles, 4x100m Relay, 4x400m Relay. Where are you from? South Brunswick, NJ What is your favorite meal in Commons? Lomo Saltado. Who is the funniest teammate? Kyle…
Written by Zoe Manoukian I was surprised to find nearly every storefront closed during my first Sunday in Nantes. In preparation for my travel, I had read about common times of rest in Europe—for instance, in London, many shops close by 18h00; in Spain many shops have a long afternoon break; and in France, few…
Written by Joey Slusher The race for the Democratic nomination has seen major changes this week as the field continues to change and poll numbers shift from one candidate to another. Recently two new candidates entered the race- former governor of Massachusetts Deval Patrick, billionaire and former mayor of New York City and newspaper mogul…
Written by Zachary Dalton Winter is here- not officially, but the temperature has dropped and the air is certainly crisper. As the promise of snow starts to rise, the more superstitions begin to appear. Growing up one of the best feelings was waiting in the morning to see if your school was closed due to…
Written by Lorin Brice Hall Allie Holmes is someone who has worked hard to make the most out of their Roanoke College experience. This Senior with a major in Sports Management has loved her time here at Noke and told the Brackety-Ack that she’d always remember that Dear Old Roanoke Served Her Well. Allie has…
Written by Ryan Denholm Over the past few years, many freshmen matriculating at Roanoke College have been shocked to find out that despite the existence of many active club sports teams on campus, no such team existed for men’s soccer. Such a team would seemingly be one of the largest club sports teams, due to…
Written by Garrett Ruggieri Track and Field: Men’s track is looking forward to an opportunity to shine on their own facility this weekend at the 4th Bast-Cregger Invite. Come out and support the kickoff to their season! Swimming: After a strong start to the season, the men’s and women’s swim teams will be taking a…