About this issue

The new issue of Roanoke magazine explores the world of restaurant ownership through profiles of a group of restaurateurs, all Roanoke College alumni. Read how these alumni got their start in the restaurant business and how their passion for preparing, serving and selling food propelled them to restaurant success.

Read too, about Maxine Fitzgerald '69, the first African-American to enroll at Roanoke as a full-time student. This year will mark the 50th anniverrsary of that historic event. Also, read about the accomplishments of Roanoke's young swimming program - and much more College news.

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