Kaylee Roberts, Senior Staff Writer 

Jenna Bell, a Literature Editor for The Coraddi, knows better than anyone how hard it can be to explain what exactly The Coraddi is. “Two of the most common questions I’m asked when I proudly declare to friends, family, and friendly strangers around UNCG’s campus that I am a part of The Coraddi are: “What is the Coraddi?” and “Congratulations, where do you take karate?”” 

While it doesn’t often ring a bell amongst the Greensboro community, The Coraddi is UNC Greensboro’s longest-running publication, and has a rich history to follow. For almost 130 years, they have been publishing a wide range of fine art and literature, including poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction. The Coraddi is looking forward to publishing Volume 128.2 this month. 

Established in 1897, The Coraddi originally fell under the name State Normal Magazine. In the early 1900s when the university became the North Carolina College for Women, State Normal Magazine transitioned into The Coraddi, using a combination of the Cornelian, the Adelphian, and the Dikean literary societies. 

For months, those of us on The Coraddi team have been working on the newest volume. Around twenty literary and twenty art pieces are published per magazine. Throughout the semester, both the Art and Literature teams work in tandem to edit, design, and promote the magazine. 

After applying earlier this year, I was accepted as a literature editor for The Coraddi. This experience has been nothing short of a dream come true. As someone who plans to pursue copyediting and publishing in the future, The Coraddi has been a great opportunity to build those skills, as well as work in a team setting where everyone has the same goal. It has been rewarding watching the magazine transform from stories, poems, and art listed on a Google Doc, to a full-blown publication. 

Publications like The Coraddi play an important part in preserving student voices that may otherwise go unnoticed or be lost. The magazine aims to give work a wider audience and a sense of permanence. It allows students to see their ideas and creativity valued beyond the classroom. In doing so, The Coraddi not only highlights artistic and literary talent, but also documents the evolving perspectives and creativity of UNCG students. 

You do not have to be pursuing the fine arts in order to be part of the experience. Students across all majors and minors submit to the publication and apply to become part of The Coraddi team. So long as you have a love for the creative process, we encourage anyone to submit their work. 

Bell urges students and staff to attend the launch party coming up on April 24. “It [the newest edition of The Coraddi] will be physically printed and available for free.” She continued, “Make sure to get them quickly, however, because there will be a limited supply.” The time, date, and location for the launch party have yet to be decided. 

Keep an eye out for announcements via The Coraddi’s Instagram page, @thecoraddi. Instagram is also how The Coraddi will announce when they are accepting submissions for the Fall 2026 Volume, as well as openings to join the Art and Literature teams. 

Whether you are an artist, writer, or simply someone looking to engage more with the creative community, The Coraddi offers something more meaningful. As it continues into its 129th year, the magazine remains a testament to the voices and visions of UNCG students. With each new volume, The Coraddi ensures creativity has an everlasting place on campus. 

If you have any questions regarding The Coraddi, reach out via email at thecoraddi@gmail.com. 

Headline image from @thecoraddi