News & Events

News

Roanoke College Poll: Political anxiety is up among Virginians

The latest poll from the Institute for Policy and Opinion Research shows Virginians' opinions on direction of the state, approval ratings for politicians as well as potential candidates for president.

Roanoke College receives funding to plan lab school with Salem High School

The Lab School Planning Grant from the Virginia Department of Education will allow Roanoke to partner with Salem City Schools to design a dual-enrollment program for students who might otherwise fall through the cracks of college and career preparation.

Saoub appointed to fellowship with president’s advisory council

The mathematics professor is serving as a policy fellow with the U.S. President's Council of Advisors for Science and Technology.

Ackley awarded elite fellowship status with national organization

The designation is considered one of the most prestigious credentials within the American College of Sports Medicine.

Roanoke College raises $1.3M to reinstate football, add cheerleading and marching band

Initial funds will be used to hire coaches and meet start-up needs, and the College hopes to recruit 50 football players, 50 band members and 30 competitive cheerleaders as part of the fall 2024 entering class.

Events

Juneteenth Celebration

Monday, June 19, 2023, is Juneteenth, a day commemorating the end of slavery in the United States and celebrated since the late 1800s. 

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Date | Time: Thursday, June 15, 2023 | 11:30 AM
Location: Wortmann Ballroom - Colket Center

Alumni Association Book Club - "Run Rose Run" Call 1

Join the Roanoke College Alumni Association Book Club as we discuss "Run Rose Run" by Dolly Parton and James Patterson. 

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Date | Time: Tuesday, June 20, 2023 | 12:00 PM
Location: Zoom

Alumni Association Book Club - "The Midnight Library" Call 1

Join the Roanoke College Alumni Association Book Club as we discuss "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig. 

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Date | Time: Tuesday, June 20, 2023 | 6:00 PM
Location: Zoom

Alumni Association Book Club - "The Midnight Library" Call 2

Join the Roanoke College Alumni Association Book Club as we discuss "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig. 

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Date | Time: Thursday, June 22, 2023 | 12:00 PM
Location: Zoom

Alumni Association Book Club - "Run Rose Run" Call 2

Join the Roanoke College Alumni Association Book Club as we discuss "Run Rose Run" by Dolly Parton and James Patterson. 

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Date | Time: Thursday, June 22, 2023 | 6:00 PM
Location: Zoom