Written by Kaelyn Spickler Hello Roanoke College, Your Editor-In-Chief here, and I have news for you that I never thought I’d be reporting: your fave girl-next-door AKA Roanoke College’s biggest flirt, Kate, is officially boring. She had us thrown for a loop as our sources say she doesn’t come back to her dorm until after…
Written by Alexandra Gautier The Netflix limited crime series based on true events, titled Unbelievable, follows the stories of a young woman from Washington Marie Adler (Kaitlyn Dever) and Colorado detectives Grace Rasmussen (Toni Collette) and Karen Duvall (Merritt Wever). More than just a crime show, Unbelievable is an incredible true story that is accurately…
Written by Zachary Dalton Rumors around campus have spread about a junior finding a cat that then followed him back to his dorm. Many people don’t believe this, considering he lives on the top floor of the building. However, the junior claims that it was a very insistent cat who kept meowing the whole way…
Written by Chamberlain Zulauf For the first ODAC game of the men’s soccer season, they took on Lynchburg. Both teams were held scoreless through double overtime, resulting in the second draw of the season. Roanoke now has a record of 8-0-2, which still counts as undefeated. Against the rival Lynchburg squad, the Maroons had 19…
Written by Vanessa Mutesi “I am tired,” a phrase that has become so common in my everyday conversations. Usually when people ask me how I am doing, I give the usual answer, “I’m good, thanks.” Recently all this shifted. Restarting uni back was such a bittersweet moment for me. On one hand, I was enjoying…
Written by Bradley Bommarito Immediately following fall break, RC will be launching the initial course in its inaugural Digital Literacy and Applications Credential program. The new credential is being rolled out this academic year and is designed to complement students’ existing degree programs. “At Roanoke, we want students to explore their true passions by selecting…
Written by Charissa Roberson Here in “Norn Iron,” everyone uses English—but that doesn’t mean we always speak the same language. In the time I’ve been here, I’ve noticed a number of unfamiliar words and expressions and a couple that are genuinely confusing. This week I’d like to share—and hopefully explain—a bit of the vernacular I’ve…
Written by Charissa Roberson On Friday, Sept. 16, cities across the island of Ireland displayed their art, history, and culture as part of an annual celebration dubbed “Culture Night.” Derry/Londonderry, the UK’s “City of Culture”, joined in the festivities with a wide assortment of events and exhibitions throughout the city, beginning at 11 a.m. and…
Written by Garrett Ruggieri Cross Country: This weekend the men’s and women’s cross country teams will take off to compete in the Louisville Cross Country Classic. Golf: The men took 8th place in their second tournament, the Tom Kinder Memorial Golf Tournament. Out of 17 teams, Roanoke placed 8th. An impressive performance by Cameron Dillion…
Written by Jessica Shelburne When found guilty of committing mail fraud and honest services fraud, an individual may face a prison sentence of up to 40 years collectively (Lisa, Portman). That is, if the individual is a considerably normal American citizen. However, if the citizen is rich and famous, this sentence may be reduced to…