Roanoke College

Linda and John Snyder

RC Gets $5 Million Science Center Donation

John Snyder, who graduated with a degree in biology in 1964, and his wife Linda, have donated $5 million to go toward a new science center.
John and Bill Kendig, sons of noted art connoisseur Perry Kendig.

Three Honored as Kendig Award  Winners

The annual Perry F. Kendig awards honored three winners who work to strengthen our arts and culture community.
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Roanoke College Seeks MBA

Roanoke College has plans to implement a graduate program for the first time in more than a century.
Dr. Kathy J. Wolfe

Roanoke College Names New Dean

Roanoke College has selected Dr. Kathy J. Wolfe as its new dean of the college.
Dr. Frank Shushok, 12th president of Roanoke College

Roanoke Picks Tech VP as President

Roanoke College names Frank Shushok, Jr. as its 12th president.
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Year of the Artist Kicks Off in Roanoke

The City of Roanoke is launching the Year of the Artist this month, albeit virtually because of the pandemic.
Shaun McCannon

’66 Grad Gives $15 Million to Roanoke College

The Board of Trustees at Roanoke College will receive a $15 million donation from Shaun McCannon, a 1966 graduate and a cybersecurity expert who has founded several technology-based security companies.
Perry F. Kendig Award winners on stage at Olin Hall.

Wilhelms, Ristau Win Top Awards

Winners are honored at the Perry F. Kendig Awards ceremony held at Roanoke College.
Roanoke College President Mike Maxey announces his pending retirement.

Mike Maxey to Retire at Roanoke College

Maxey is the longest-serving president in the Salem college’s history.
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The Economics of Mental Health

A Roanoke College professor steps out of her discipline to reach some important conclusions.

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Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen
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Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen

Inspired by a beloved former home, this Old Southwest renovation layers sky-blue cabinetry, warm metallic accents, and tailored updates into

The Beaver Dam Sunflower Festival attracts about 20,000 visitors annually — a boon to the local economy.
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Bloom Town

Flower farms are finding new ways to keep our community beautiful.