Vol. 7 Issue 8
A Different Perspective on the COVID-19 Crisis by Melody Benes
As we began settling into finals week I was at a loss as to what to write. So, I decided to write a letter. This letter is to all of RMC; students, staff, professors, and alumni. We have been an amazing resource and community for each other. I applaud the efforts put forth by everyone.[…]
The Real Rocky Difference by Johanna Trout
I’ll never forget the beautiful fall day that my phone rang, and I made the decision that changed my future forever. When I started studying for my high school equivalency test, I planned on taking some night classes, getting started on a degree that realistically I might never actually finish. I just wanted to prove[…]
Thank You RMC by Megan Logan
Dear professors who made a true difference, I hope you know who you are, and I hope you really understand the impact you had on my education at Rocky. I know I wasn’t always the best student in terms of attendance or completing assignments, but those of you who cared about me as a person[…]
Some Good News by Jocelyn Anderson
Most famous for his role as Jim Halpert in NBC’s “The Office,” Jack Ryan in Tom Clancy’s “Jack Ryan,” and Lee Abbott in “A Quiet Place,” John Krasinski has taken on a new and surprising role within the world. Krasinski has become a newscaster, but not like any we have seen before. On March 29,[…]
Rocky Ramblings
From two graduating seniors, here are some of our favorite one liners we heard over the course of four years at Rocky Mountain College: *Professor makes duck calls in class* *Professor orders Jimmy John’s for the entire class* “I pay a lot of money to go to a school where the wifi doesn’t work most[…]
Open Letter to RMC by Brianna West
Dear Rocky Mountain College, I hope this letter finds you well because, as you know, I am not. We planned on four full years together, but here we are spending our last few months apart. You’ve been preparing me for big dreams that keep me awake at night, and I’m not going to lie, I[…]
Top 5 places on campus to cry (after 4 years of research) a study by Elena Kreiner
5. Your dorm room—a nice home away from home to cry, but awkward if you have roommates. 4. The communal bathrooms in Anderson Hall – usually not too busy, but a little echo-y. 3. Fraley Lounge—comfy couches and great lighting. 2. Quiet floor of the library—perfect for those silent sobs as you work on a[…]
A Tribute to the Best Team Ever by Carrie Daniels
I’m on a bus on the way to a track meet in the middle of April. I keep repeating over and over, “I AM SO EXCITED” and “I CANNOT WAIT TO RACE” to my teammates until they get annoyed. Yet, they are still smiling at me because they know how much I love track meets.[…]