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Internship at ATF changes student’s vision of her future
Criminal justice and sociology major Monica Weaver used to think she wanted to work for the FBI. Then she spent a semester in Washington with the ATF.
Roanoke students studying in Palau receive warm welcome from U.S. Embassy
Roanoke students are conducting research on globalization and health issues during the May Term Intensive Learning course in Palau. Alex DeLaricheliere, one of the group members, is blogging about the trip.
Political commentator and social activist Jeff Johnson to speak at Roanoke College on Jan. 22
Johnson has contributed commentary for numerous news broadcasts and publications, including CNN and The Huffington Post.
Anthropology students turn research into results for local nonprofit
Roanoke College students study the impact of a senior assistance program
Student Publishes Class Assignment in Hometown Newspaper
“As students, I think it is our responsibility to take what we learn at Roanoke and use it to better the communities around us,” says Fender.
Daniel is determined to make a difference
When she was younger, all Erica Daniel '09 wanted to be was a doctor. Now, she credits her close relationships with her Roanoke professors for a more detailed and suited career in international public health, focusing on maternal and child health policy.
Roanoke College students lobby on Capitol Hill
Power Shift 2009 urges young people to promote conversation about justice, equity, economic reform and clean living.
Senior sociology major studies churches in Roanoke Valley
“Roanoke helped me feel comfortable to research what I want,” Hughes said.
Roanoke grad learns the gift of giving
“Working with kids is always rewarding and challenging,” Mulchay said. “Sometimes you can just see a kid get it, and that’s great.”
Dr. Daniel Sarabia named the first-ever book review editor for the interdisciplinary sociological journal “Nature and Culture”
“This is not only a privilege for me, but it’s also exciting that through the journal Roanoke College is linked with schools all over the world,” Sarabia said.
Sociology Students Write Grants to Fund Non-Profit Organizations
Roanoke seniors close their undergraduate careers with a seminar course, which puts their sociology skills and knowledge to use.
Students Volunteer at Substance Abuse Center
Hoffman dispels stereotypes about drug offenders through service learning. “By being involved with the project, students develop a sense of empathy that they cannot get from a textbook,” she says.
Sociology Professor Researches Euthanasia
The research measures the attitudes of college students regarding euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide.
Finding the Best Ways to Teach Sociology
Kristi Hoffman extends learning outside the classroom with hands-on experiences
