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From left, Forestry and Wildlife Professor Todd Fredericksen and Trent Ray, senior, set up a trail camera by Adams Pond.

Beaver Fever

Franklin Melton, Sports Editor February 19, 2025

On a sunny but windy afternoon in late January, the Enviro Club set out across campus with a mission. That mission was to capture images of the campus beaver in action using the club's trail cameras. The...

At right, Joseph Olalde, junior, stands on the podium with his third-place medal at the ODAC Championship.

Panthers Place Seventh at ODAC Championship, Olalde named All-ODAC Third Team

Elijah Joyner, Social Media Editor February 19, 2025

Panther wrestling finished seventh at the Old Dominion Athletic Conference Championship, with junior Joseph Olalde (157 lbs) earning All-ODAC third-team honors. Olalde went 3-1, starting with a 17-4...

Service vehicles for Appalachian Electric Power line a parking lot in Rocky Mount as they end the day. With power outages extending across the entire county, these employees have many busy days ahead of them.

Too Cool For School

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor February 16, 2025

The college engaged in remote learning on Feb. 11 and 12 as a result of the winter weather. By the 13th and the 14th, the college was forced to cancel classes as a result of the road conditions and...

Students and community members wait for their turn to audition for a role in 'Mary Poppins'.

Theatre Department Holds ‘Mary Poppins’ Auditions

Danielle Wilburn, Staff Writer February 16, 2025

On Feb. 5, the Theatre Department hosted auditions for its highly anticipated spring production of Mary Poppins. With classic songs such as “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” and “A Spoonful of...

Alumni Jayme Helms, '02, a former contestant of the Ferrum Pageant, poses for the camera.

Gendered and Sexualities Alliance Club Holds Meeting

Danielle Wilburn, Staff Writer February 11, 2025

The Gendered and Sexualities Alliance (GSA) Club at has become a cornerstone of support and inclusion for students seeking a welcoming and safe space where they can be themselves. For many, it’s a place...

Senior Zach Beckner battles on the mat against Mason Barrett.

Dixon Makes History, Panthers Split Conference Matches

Elijah Joyner, Social Media Editor February 11, 2025

Senior Rayshawn Dixon made history in the Pete Wilson Invitational, as the Panthers split in conference, falling to Averett before bouncing back against Southern Virginia. At the Pete Wilson Invitational...

The new Mexican restaurant in Ferrum, Jose's, has opened and is attracting patrons from the college and Village. On a recent Saturday, the parking lot is almost full.

Yes Way, José’s!

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor February 11, 2025

And the Village makes three. With its official opening on Jan. 9, Jose's Mexican Grill now has locations in Ferum, Rocky Mount, and Union Hall. The grills are owned by Caesar and Gus Macias, and...

Emily Blankenship-Tucker leaves it all on the stage in the recent production of "You Caught Me Dancing".

Review: “You Caught Me Dancing” Plays to Packed Houses

Danielle Wilburn, Staff Writer February 8, 2025

The curtain has fallen on “’You Caught Me Dancing”, and audiences are left to reflect on the emotional journey of the life of Katy Leary, a faithful servant to the family of Samuel Clemens, pen...

Professor Dan Caston, recent appointee to the Virginia Recreation and Parks Society, smiles as he finds himself in his element of the great outdoors.

Small-College Professor, Big Things

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor February 6, 2025

Professor Dan Caston was appointed into the Foundation of the Virginia Recreation and Parks Society Board of Directors on Jan. 8. Currently an Associate Professor of Recreation Leadership  here, Caston...

Grad Student Aisha Martin drives toward the basket against Lynchburg.

Five Years, 1,000 Points

Franklin Melton, Sports Editor February 6, 2025

Palpable suspense hung in the air like a pendulum caught at the apex of its swing. Grad student Aisha Martin was two points away from a coveted 1,000. The clock ticked down, each second creating...

Mattie Green's art piece "The Time Being" won second place in last semester's "Chrysalis".

Chrysalis Seeks Submissions

Ayden Plautz and Ian Babey February 4, 2025

Ferrum’s Literary and Art Magazine, Chrysalis is coming back for the Spring 2025 semester. Students, facuty, and staff are encouraged to submit their art, photos, poetry, and prose for a chance to be...

Sophomore Joseph Toner (184 lbs) earns a tech fall over Dylan Wiegert.

Panthers Split ODAC Matchups, Look Ahead to Invitational

Elijah Joyner, Social Media Editor January 31, 2025

Panther wrestlers had an up and down weekend, falling to Roanoke 38-14 before bouncing back with a 27-20 victory over Shenandoah.  The split leaves Ferrum with a record of  9-5 overall and 3-2 in...

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