Campus News
Legendary Roanoke College Coach Homer Bast passes away
UPDATED: C. Homer Bast, a legend at Roanoke for his work in the classroom and on the track, passed away May 20. He was 98 years old. His funeral is scheduled for Saturday, May 25 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Salem.
Pace appointed as General Counsel, Mac Johnson to retire after fall semester
President Maxey announced to the campus on May 15 the appointment of G. Michael Pace, Jr. as Roanoke's first General Counsel and the upcoming retirement of McMillan H. "Mac" Johnson '70.
Roanoke College, its website, among the region's best, according to Roanoker Magazine readers
Roanoke's website, www.roanoke.edu, landed the silver award in The Roanoker Magazine's annual Best of Roanoke contest. The College was again named best college in the Roanoke area.
Two Roanoke Valley residents receive honorary degrees at Roanoke College
Regine Archer, chairman and former president of Blue Ridge Beverage Co., and Steven White, principal guest conductor and artistic advisor for Opera Roanoke, received honorary degrees on May 4.
Roanoke students to dive into summer research
This summer, 14 Summer Scholars will do research ranging from observing bird populations at the Roanoke River to analyzing bilingual children's stories and assessing the impact of school nutrition polices in Palau.
Roanoke recognizes exemplary faculty
Dr. Virginia Stewart received the Dean's Exemplary Teaching Award while Dr. Monica Vilhauer received the Exemplary Professional Achievement Award.
Aspiring politician witnesses history, finds second home in Washington
Sophomore Evelyn Clark made Roanoke’s Washington Semester Program part of a plan to get as much hands-on experience as possible while she prepares for law school.
Rev. Paul to Grads: "Do those things that make you feel most alive" (with video)
The Rev. Paul Henrickson said to Roanoke's 461 graduates “Somewhere out there, your name is being called to something very special. Follow it wherever it might lead you.”
Frankie Allen Inducted into Virginia Sports Hall of Fame (includes video)
Maroons record-holder joins the ranks of athletes and coaches who have made a major impact on sports in Va.
Hall, Ottaway receive Roanoke’s highest alumni honor
Judy Hall ’69 and Geoffrey Ottaway ’69 are Roanoke College’s 2013 alumni medalists. Each received the Roanoke College Medal - the College’s highest honor - at an April 12 recognition luncheon.
Sports News
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Five Maroons Earn USILA All-American Honors
PERRY, NY – Five Roanoke College men's lacrosse players were recognized as members of the 2013 USILA All-American teams, announced Tuesday. Richard Lachlan was named Second Team All-American, Conner DuBois was named Third Team, while Brayden Gerrie, Charles Pease and Mike Hayden earned the Honorable Mention nod.
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Gerrie Named 2013 USILA Scholar All-American
PERRY, NY – Roanoke College men's lacrosse senior, Brayden Gerrie was named to the 2013 USILA Scholar-All America Team, announced Tuesday.
Feature Stories
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Roanoke senior dives into Scottish literature and culture during summer study program
In Scotland, Emily Cranwell, an English major, studied Scottish literature from July 23 to Aug. 4 at the University of Edinburgh. Her program was intense, covering 12 works in nine days.
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Roanoke College graduate and professional actor returns to campus to teach and perform with New York theater company
Cory Lawson '08 is an actor with The New Yorkers, and he launched his own New York theater company, Ready, Set, Go Theatre. The New Yorkers performed Oct. 5 at Olin Theater.
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History runs in her genes
Gretchen Winterer is assistant general curator for the National Museum of the Marine Corps.
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Dynamic doer
Nancy Mulheren ’72 finds tremendous reward in helping shape Roanoke for future students.
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Science Giants
Roanoke College enjoys a proud tradition of excellence in science that extends from the latter part of the 19th century to the present.
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Bittle Mineral collection uncovered and restored
Collection includes copper in silver, Vesuvian stones and dinosaur bones.
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The continuing adventures of Joe Boucher
What’s next for the Emmy Award-winning producer?
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College Archives
College Archivist reflects on the 1985 flood.
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Roanoke College launches onto national stage
RC is proud to have tied for seventh place as U.S. News & World Reports' National Liberal Arts Up and Comers list
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Student interns at Library of Congress
This Maroon says her summer experience prepared her for life after college. The knowledge she gained in her field of interest has reaffirmed her desire to work with archives.
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Professor’s mentorship helps student win national research grant
Rob Harbert’s innovative research project won a Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship from The American Society of Plant Biologists.
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Roanoke Alums’ star still shines brightly
The Mill Mountain Star was first lit 60 years ago. The Kinsey brothers helped to build the Roanoke landmark that was designed by their father. The Star has 2,000 feet of neon tubing on a 100-foot frame.
- Tennis ClinicJune 3, 2013
- Virginia Synod AssemblyJune 7, 2013
- Lacrosse Goalie CampJune 15, 2013
- Volleyball CampJune 17, 2013
- Margaret Sue Copenhaver InstituteJune 17, 2013
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