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FF member Tina Hanlon chats with other members as they wait for the October meeting to commence.
Ferrum Forward Conducts November Meeting
November 14, 2024
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
Panther and Bobcat athletes link arms in a show of solidarity and support. At center is Ferrum President Mirta Martin.
Not Self But Others
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
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
November 7, 2024
Charles Tart III leads the Panthers in scoring (37) after two games.
Men’s Basketball Dominates in Back-to-Back Wins
November 17, 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
Alfredo Abel-Rivera, junior, drives the ball inside against a Bridgewater opponent in last year's ODAC tournament.
Men’s Basketball Opens Season Against Carolina Christian
November 8, 2024
Senior Kayla Fedison scored her first goal of the season in the team's final game.
Team Has Bitter-Sweet End to the Winningest Women’s Soccer Season
November 7, 2024
From left, seniors Erick Nolasco, Jaedyn McKinney, Callum Harrison, and MJ Upchurch, stand alongside their families while being honored for senior night.
Men’s Soccer Ties Royals at Home
November 6, 2024
From left, sophomore Ahna Tyree, Bluegrass Brass Creative Director Rachel Blankenship-Tucker, and Theatre Arts Professor Emily Blankenship-Tucker perform "Twelfth Night: Or What You Will."
Theatre Department Showcases Ren Faire and ‘Twelfth Night’
November 5, 2024
Sophomores, Myles Chambers, left, and Paris Pannell perform a song by Rod Wave.
Karaoke Night Draws Low Numbers but Energy Remains High
October 30, 2024
Joseph Flores, sophomore, prepares to log in to an XBox console.
Old and New
October 22, 2024
The junior class, left, faces the senior class in a Homecoming kick-off contest of tug-of-war.
Homecoming Week Kicks Off
October 16, 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
October 16, 2024
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
Theatre Department Begins 'Joseph' Production
Theatre Department Begins ‘Joseph’ Production
March 22, 2024
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Grace Weaver

Grace Weaver, Assistant Editor

Hi! My name is Grace Weaver, and I am a sophomore here at Ferrum. I am a local student from Franklin County, Virginia. My major is Psychology, and I am a member of the Boone Honors Program. The majority of my free time is comprised of fitness activities and adventuring in the outdoors, and I love to spend time with those I love.

All content by Grace Weaver
FF member Tina Hanlon chats with other members as they wait for the October 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 October 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
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
Jairo Herbas, freshman, warms up with the ball as he prepares to face his opponents on the court.

Tennis Continues to Tumble

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
March 25, 2024
At right, Tripoom Jala, junior, and Kevin Nester, junior, prepare for the ball in an intense doubles match.

Men’s Tennis Falls

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
March 22, 2024
Cullen Nash-Cleek, senior, prepares to tee off using a forehand throw.

Tee-by-Tee To Victory

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
March 18, 2024
Cullen Nash-Cleek, senior, prepares to tee off using a forehand throw.

A Little Deeper Than Just Discs

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
March 14, 2024
A Facebook group has been started to allow people to share their experiences with drug testing.

PRO/CON Commentary: Drug Testing Athletes is a Violation

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
A Facebook group was created to keep track of how many times Taylor Swift was shown during the Super Bowl.

Commentary: Swifting Away the Super Bowl

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
Cullen Nash-Cleek, senior, tees off with a fore-hand throw on the college's disc golf course.

When Life Gives You Discs–Throw Them Right Back

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
February 29, 2024

Macbeth Plays to Sold-Out, Packed Houses

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
February 27, 2024
Jairo Herbas, freshman, forehands the ball to his opponents on the opposite side of the court.

Moving Forward, One Hit at a Time

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
February 27, 2024
Tripoom "TJ" Jala projects the ball across the court as he follows through with a backhand swing.

Game. Set. Match. Let the Season Begin!

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
February 22, 2024
Senior Brodie Johnson, right, and Coach Dan Caston retrieve their discs from the basket and head to the next hole.

[Video] Disc Go Dis Way

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
February 22, 2024
Guest Speaker Paul Chapman raves about the many upcoming opportunities and events for members of the community offered by Franklin County Parks and Recreation at the February meeting of Ferrum Forward.

Ferrum (Steps) Forward at Monthly Meeting

Eliza Copes and Grace Weaver
February 19, 2024

Macbeth Opens On Campus This Week

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
February 19, 2024
Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas has brought about positive and negative criticism.

Commentary: Transgender Swimmer Brings About Good and Bad Aspects

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
February 18, 2024
The Panther Nation fills the seats and partakes in the friendly competition at the Rocky Mount Bowling Center.

Students Make Trek to Rocky Mount for Bowling Night

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
February 16, 2024
With Valentine's day coming up next week, the age-old debate about invented holidays resurfaces. J. Basil Dannebohm explores that idea.

[Photo] Commentary: Hallmark Holiday May Be Just What We Need

J. Basil Dannebohm, Special to the Iron Blade
February 8, 2024
Bryant Wall, junior, was the game's leading scorer with 21 points.

Men’s Basketball Falls to Guilford

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
January 30, 2024
Campus sidewalks are coated in ice following the winter weather that greeted the college as this Spring semester began.

Winter Weather Offers More Than Just a Wonderland for Commuting Students

Grace Weaver, Staff Writer
January 23, 2024
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