“Sunday Today” will air a segment about how community support has helped the cherished Salem restaurant, founded and owned by Roanoke College alumni, conquer challenges in the past year.

Recent news about Roanoke College alumni David Phipps '88, Michener Chandlee '91, Jonathan Hausner '93, Dr. Nina Barzachka '03 and Shelbi Holloman '17. 

From Roanoke College magazine: In 2018, Joe Shea '09 opened Tiller Baking Co. in Charleston, South Carolina. Tiller Baking is known for its handcrafted hearth loaves made with fresh-milled whole grains.

From Roanoke College magazine: Five alumni share how the prestigious scholarships and fellowships they received during their years at Roanoke changed their lives.

Recent news about Roanoke College alumni who are making an impact around the world.

What do the economics of Prohibition, the art of watercolor, a theologian’s memories, indigenous labor in the Pacific World, and a female Peruvian revolutionary have in common? Or gun legislation, Shea Stadium and sleeping animals? 

Mara Higgins ’02 is a corporate merchant manager for L.L. Bean’s women’s clothing line.

Mike Pugh ’18 handles inside ticket sales for the Washington Nationals.

Roanoke graduate William “Mac” Babb ’90 was named the new police chief at Virginia Tech. Babb is a graduate of Roanoke’s Honors Program and was a criminal justice major.

ODK’s National Awards Committee received 37 applicants for the five awards this year. This is the first time ODK has selected a leader of the year in athletics from Roanoke College.