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Poco, a stray, was brought in by the shelter and needs a home.
Finding Forever Homes
April 25, 2025
Following fall break next school year, ESC 205 students will be spending 10 days in Costa Rica.
Tropical Marine Ecology Students Going International
April 22, 2025
First-year Carys Johnston presents her poster comparing women's rights in the 1960s and the present in the Franklin Hall atrium.
A Blast from the Past, to the Future
April 15, 2025
Gabriel Alvarez, junior, proudly showcases his Venezuela display.
Students Participate in Cultural Fair
April 14, 2025
Sophomores Madeline Sweeney, right, and Caroline Moore pose with their rakes as they place mulch while they volunteer with the women's lacrosse team.
Small Scale, Large Impact
April 14, 2025
Senior Shawn Baxter earned All-ODAC second team at first base.
And Then There Was One
May 16, 2025
First year Mirenda Shields drove in the only run in the Panthers' postseason run.
Softball Goes Two and Out in ODAC Tournament
May 10, 2025
Ferrum finished as the six seed, heading into the conference tournament. The team will take on Randolph-Macon in the first round of Pod Play on Saturday.
Softball Splits Final Regular-Season Double Header
April 30, 2025
Softball's 2025 team clinches its first playoff berth since 2022.
Softball Punches Ticket Into Playoffs
April 27, 2025
Senior Kyle Markowitz prepares to take a swing.
Baseball Takes Two
April 24, 2025
Orchestra Appalachia performs in Vaughn Chapel for the Rootin', Tootin', Hootenanny.
A Rootin’ Tootin’ Hootenanny
April 24, 2025
Gabriel Alvarez, junior, performs at the Coffee House.
Chrysalis Sponsors Coffee House
April 9, 2025
Kat Harrison, proud owner of Kat's Hidden Treasures, stands in the doorway of the store in Ferrum.
Pop some Tags
April 8, 2025
Cast and crew of "Mary Poppins" pose for the camera after their performance.
Review: Mary Poppins was Poppin’
April 8, 2025
Junior Aukeim Mitchell holds a snack basket after claiming a Bingo victory.
“HECK YEAH” For BINGO
April 8, 2025
Billy Wagner makes history as the first D-III collegiate baseball player to get into the MLB Hall of Fame.
Billy Wagner Enters MLB Hall of Fame
January 25, 2025
President Mirta Martin and Warren Wilson student Candela Perez-Castellanos speak about Hurricane Helene.
President Mirta Martin’s Thoughts on Lees-McRae Joining Campus After Hurricane Helene
November 14, 2024
Women's Soccer Head Coach Erin Saleeby joins The Panther's Pulse after a record-setting 11-0 start to their season.
Saleeby Salutes Senior Class
November 14, 2024
FOFP Director Rebecca Saunders (Right) and Vice Executive Director Kat Harrison (Left) join The Panther's Pulse to discuss the non-profits "rollercoaster" proposal process.
Friends of Ferrum Park Talks Future
November 14, 2024
As flood waters recede in Swanannoa, NC, a trail of devastation is left in its path.
Hurricane Victim and Former Student Takes Refuge on Campus
October 15, 2024
The Student News Site of Ferrum College

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The Student News Site of Ferrum College

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Grace Weaver

Grace Weaver, Editor

Hi! My name is Grace Weaver, and I am a junior here at Ferrum. I am a local student from Franklin County, Virginia, and I am majoring in Psychology with a minor in journalism. I love to get outdoors, try new things, and enjoy quality time with my favorite people.

All content by Grace Weaver
Ferrum Forward Chair Burton White presents a humorous tote bag to the group.

Ferrum Forward Holds August Meeting

Grace Weaver, Editor
August 14, 2025
Puente Isabel II is a bridge that connects the neighborhood of Triana to the rest of the capital city.

Siesta y Fiesta, Mi Amor

Grace Weaver, Editor
August 14, 2025
First-year Carys Johnston presents her poster comparing women's rights in the 1960s and the present in the Franklin Hall atrium.

A Blast from the Past, to the Future

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
April 15, 2025
Airiana Beverely, senior, gets in position to start another race for the Lady Panthers.

Another Meet, More Records Broken

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
April 15, 2025
Sophomores Madeline Sweeney, right, and Caroline Moore pose with their rakes as they place mulch while they volunteer with the women's lacrosse team.

Small Scale, Large Impact

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
April 14, 2025
Carlos Castillo leads the Panthers in hits with 48 through 31 games.

[Photo] For the Love of the Game

Kyle Markowitz, Editor
April 10, 2025
Airiana Beverley, sophomore, recently broke the school's long-jump record with a distance of 4.55 meters.

Sprinting Past Expectations

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
April 9, 2025
First-year Jamal Jones races to the next leg of the men's 4x100 relay to take the team to a strong finish.

High Performances at High Point

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
April 7, 2025
Sophomore Zoie Wagner sprints to the finish at the end during the 200-mter dash.

A Meet to Remember

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
April 3, 2025
The Memorial Garden awaits on the southeastern side of Adams Lake, where memories grow from seeds of the lives lost at Ferrum College.

Where Memories Grow

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
March 27, 2025
Attendees carefully select their bowls at the 15th Annual Empty Bowls fundraiser before taking a seat to partake in an organic, vegan soup with fellow members of the community.

Filling Hearts, Bowls, and Backpacks

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
March 27, 2025
Junior Deonte Lawson competes in the triple jump and sets a new personal record.

Indoor Track and Field Finishes Season

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
March 25, 2025
Junior Logan McClung sprints in the men's 4x400 track and field relay to bring the Panthers to a strong finish.

Panthers Compete at Mountaineer March Madness

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
March 25, 2025
Senior Ariana Beverley sprints against her competitors at the Bast Cregger Invitational.

Outdoor Season is Incoming

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
March 18, 2025
Members and attendees of the Ferrum Forward Committee March meeting discuss current events as the meeting progresses.

Ferrum Forward March-es Into Spring

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
March 12, 2025
Local residents gather around their work with a smile as they complete a successful session of bowl-making for the Empty Bowls event.

A Bowl Half Full

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
March 4, 2025
Junior Deonte Lawson competes in the triple jump and sets a new personal record.

Track and Field Secures Spots in ODAC Championship

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
February 27, 2025
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
Senior Ariana Beverley sprints against her competitors at the Bast Cregger Invitational.

Track and Field Kicks Off February

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
February 11, 2025
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
The spring 2025 career and internship fair is set to be held on Feb. 13.

Future-Focused

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
February 11, 2025
Junior Jaylon Hillman prepares to release his throw in the shot-put event.

Panthers Place at VMI Classic

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
February 11, 2025
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
Senior Jordan Booker prepares for her next race at the Finn-Pincus Invitational.

Panthers Compete at the Finn-Pincus Invitational

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
January 22, 2025
FF member Tina Hanlon chats with other members as they wait for the meeting to commence.

Back in Action

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
January 20, 2025
Junior Jaylon Hillman prepares to release his throw in the shot-put event.

Indoor Season Afoot

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
January 20, 2025
FF member Tina Hanlon chats with other members as they wait for the meeting to commence.

Ferrum Forward Conducts November Meeting

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
November 14, 2024
From left: Erica Austin, Caroline James, and Ashley Bondurant proudly pose at the steps of their salon, ready to add a touch of beauty to the Village.

Handling with Hair

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
November 7, 2024
Professors and students alike gather around Educational Support Navigator Amy Fender and Associate Director of Education Alma Morgan following the tear-jerking presentation.

Considering Chemo

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
November 5, 2024
The Men's Cross Country team warms up before the ODAC championships.

XC Closes Season at ODAC Championships.

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
November 5, 2024
From left: Sports Information Director Gary Holden, Hall of Famer Gail Holley, President Mirta Martin, and Athletic Director Cleive Adams pause for a quick photo during the HOF honors.

Inducted

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
November 5, 2024
Junior Josh Mills sprints towards the finish line, leaving the eight kilometers of race behind him.

All-Time No. 5, But One-in-a-Mill(s)-ion

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
November 5, 2024
A skeleton sits upon a car with candy, forewarning trail-goers to beware.

Trick, Treat, or Trail?

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
October 31, 2024
Men's XC warms up on the crisp Saturday morning before their meet begins.

Men’s XC Competes at Roanoke Invitational

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
October 22, 2024
The Night of Terrors flyer can be found across campus and online, promoting the event and encouraging students to sign up. Interested participants may use the QR code to sign up.

A Night of Terrors

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
October 16, 2024
Fisheries and Wildlife students boat onto the pond during last week's electrofishing event.

A Large-Scale Operation

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
October 15, 2024
Junior Josh Mills leads the pack for the Panthers at last Saturday's meet.

XC Places 6th at Pink Invitational

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
October 15, 2024
Members from the Ferrum Lion Club, Ferrum Volunteer Fire Department, Ferrum Forward Committee, Friends of Ferrum Park, and the Ferrum Community join to make pancakes for the fundraising breakfast.

The Sweet Escape

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
October 15, 2024
FF member Tina Hanlon chats with other members as they wait for the meeting to commence.

A Focus on the Future

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
October 15, 2024
Norton Outdoor Adventures Leader Aaron Conover, right, leads students in a paddling excursion down the James River.

Panthers Roar from the River Shore

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
October 8, 2024
Senior Taylor Huck smiles for a photo as she reviews those of her own at a Panther's football game.

Picture This

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
September 27, 2024
Senior Trent Proctor raps to his audience.

Commentary: Pro/Con Cancel Culture--PRO

Commentary: Pro/Con Cancel Culture–PRO

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
September 24, 2024
Senior Greyson Crouch keeps his pace at the Pfeiffer Invitational.

The Prowl Continues

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
September 17, 2024
Students gather inside the police tape at the mock crime scene to compete for a grand prize.

FBI (Ferrum Bureau of Investigation)

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
September 17, 2024
Ferrum Forward Chair Burton White, left, and Vice Chair Bob Pohlad discuss plans for FF and Friends of Ferrum Park.

Moving Forward

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
September 12, 2024
Senior Greyson Crouch treks across the 8k trail at the Lancer Open.

Panthers Begin the Prowl

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
September 10, 2024
Submission information and guidelines can be found by scanning the QR code above.

$100 Prize and Publication Opportunities Offered

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
September 3, 2024
Sophomore Daniel Ginocchi defends the ball from his opponent.

Panthers Take Two Wins

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
September 3, 2024
Head Football Coach Kevin Sherman, right, prepares to undertake his first season at Ferrum.

Preseason for the Panthers

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
August 29, 2024
Scout Lynch, sophomore, performs a song and paints a picture of Makaila Veney, junior, at a previous coffee house.

Captivating Creativity at Coffeehouse

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
August 29, 2024
With auditions now complete, cast and crew await announcement of their roles. The production is slated for October.

Southern Accented Auditions

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
August 27, 2024
Events are on the calendar as Ferrum Forward continues to fundraise for Friends of Ferrum Park.

It Takes a Village to Make a Park

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
August 27, 2024
The Ferrum Forward Committee holds its August meeting on a crips summer evening beneath the back porch of the Blue Ridge Institute and Museum.

Moving Forward

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor
August 22, 2024
Elgie stalks the grounds outside the library among the plants and flowers.

The First of His Name, The Last of His Kind–Grand Master Elgie

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
April 29, 2024
Gabriel Alavarez, sophomore, sends the ball to the opposing side of the court.

Tennis Closes Spring Season

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
April 22, 2024
A sign directs attendees to the location of the grand reopening of the Farmer's Market.

Fresh and Fun Featured at Farmer’s Market Reopening

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
April 22, 2024
The sun gleams into the pavilion as Monday night's jam session commences.

Jamming the Night Away

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
April 19, 2024
Bob Pohlad, left, and Ferrum Forward Chair Jennie West help with the unveiling of the Village's new historical marker

Marker Makes History

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
April 15, 2024
Michael Hamm, junior, Jamaari Blackburn, freshman, and Joe Bissue, senior, mulch inside the campus' center with their track and field teammates.

[Photo] Day of Service

Compiled by Staff
April 15, 2024
Tripoom Jala, sophomore, and Kevin Nester, junior, face their opponents in a doubles match.

Tennis Bounces Back

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
April 11, 2024
Jenny West, Ferrum Forward Chair, speaks during the April meeting.

Only Steps Forward, Never Back, with Ferrum Forward

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
April 9, 2024
Students, faculty, staff, friends, and family alike gather as the academic awards ceremony is soon to begin.

An Amiable Honor of Academic Achievement

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
The above flier promotes the Holocaust class for this upcoming Fall semester.

Never Again, and Never Forget

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
April 4, 2024
Over 600 bowls lined the entrance of the Blue Ridge Mountain Room as the Empty Bowls Event began.

Bowls Are Empty, But Hearts Are Full

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
March 28, 2024
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