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Hues and Cues was one of the games featured at Game Night.
Young Life Holds Game Night
April 25, 2026
Caroline Kelley, sophomore, presents on the impact of living arrangements on college students during the poster sessions.
Students Participate in Blue Ridge Undergraduate Research Conference
April 14, 2026
A blood drive sign sitting in front of the fitness center.
Blood Drive Exceeds Goal
April 7, 2026
This photo, taken form the college Instagram page, shows a Ferrum employee making sure the campus is ready for students.
Snow Week Forces College to Pivot
February 10, 2026
A flier posted at the local Dairy Queen advertises discounts for Ferrum students.
Ferrum Student Discount Offered at Local Dairy Queen
February 10, 2026
Ferrum's (Left to Right in Black Jerseys) Jaden Hiers, Samantha Pitzer, and Macy Taylor were named to the All-Tournament Team.
Flag Football Finishes Runner-Up After Strong Conference Carolinas Tournament Run
April 23, 2026
First-year Brian Karenzi strikes the ball with confidence, helping to secure the overall win.
Men’s Tennis Closes Season at Mount Olive
April 23, 2026
Ian Ashworth, center, poses with coach Kevin Sherman, left, and former winner Anthony Konieczka, right, after receiving the 2026 Big Green Award during Ferrum’s spring game April 11.
Former Black Hats Return for Ferrum Spring Game, Ashworth Wins Big Green Award
April 23, 2026
The six seniors pose with their teammates and family members prior to the softball game.
One National Ranking, Six Seniors Celebrated
April 23, 2026
Grad student Hannah Huffman prepares for a forehand return during a match.
Women’s Tennis Faces Tough Week of Competition
April 16, 2026
Norton Outdoor Adventures will be hosting a kayaking trip to Philpott Lake on Sun., April 19 from 1-5 p.m.
Norton Outdoors Releases April Schedule
April 9, 2026
The cast and crew run through a few final touches during dress rehearsals for "The Music Man".
Cast and Crew Ready for “Music Man” Opening Night
March 17, 2026
Players sit around the D&D table as JB Von Preysing continues the story and campaign.
The Adventure Continues: Von Preysing’s Campaign Goes On
March 17, 2026
Aaron Fagan, left and Patrick Dacey answer questions in the Blue Ride Mountain Room after reading their work to the audience.
Authors Conduct Public Reading
March 10, 2026
Sophomore Tyjee Covington adjusts sound levels for his show 'Heart-Wave Radio'.
Student Radio Shows Begin
February 24, 2026
Professor Todd Fredericksen's environmental science classes caught and observed birds by Adam's Lake last Friday.
A Bird in the Hand…
March 26, 2026
Quad Talk
September 16, 2025
Library Talk
September 16, 2025
The largest incoming class in almost a decade attends the annual convocation to kick off the fall semester.
Ferrum Rising
September 4, 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
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Marina J. Powell, Assistant Editor

Marina J. Powell is a Music Business major with a minor in Art. She is a musician, an author, and an artist, as well as an editor for the Chrysalis Literary and Arts magazine. In her free time she enjoys hanging out with friends or working on creative projects.

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