Ignorance Is Not A “Sense of Humor,” Stephen Moore

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Trump is under fire once again for one of his nominees. This time it is Stephen Moore, economic commentator and former Trump campaign advisor, for the Federal Reserve Board. There are a lot of reasons why this potential pick concerns people, including the fact that he is quoted saying, “Capitalism is more important than democracy.” Not only does he want to … Continue reading Ignorance Is Not A “Sense of Humor,” Stephen Moore

Kratom: Opioids Kryptonite?

Bruce CaseStaff Writer Recently, the Southeast Asian tree, Kratom, has been under scrutiny by the government and the media. The leaves can be brewed into a tea, chewed, smoked or ingested in capsule. At low doses, it is a stimulant, and higher doses, it becomes a sedative. It has been cited as helping with pain management, but also for its potential as a substitute for … Continue reading Kratom: Opioids Kryptonite?

Comparing Two Tragedies: Notre Dame and the Louisiana Black Churches

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor A major fire erupted at the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, France last week, resulting in the destruction of priceless art and history. The building, which began construction in 1163, suffers major damage, but still stands tall after a 12-hour fire. The tragedy has rocked not only the French and Catholics, but the entire world. Everyone was able to unite and … Continue reading Comparing Two Tragedies: Notre Dame and the Louisiana Black Churches

Nineties Comedy Jam

Meagan BessStaff Writer On Wednesday, April 10, the UNCG auditorium located on Tate Street had a crowd of students lined up for an exciting evening filled with comedy. Spring Fling, which occurs every academic year, consists of multiple events including the Nineties Comedy Jam. The event included public figures such as Pretty Vee as the host, the main act Karlous Miller and Matt Rife. Pretty … Continue reading Nineties Comedy Jam

UNCG Choreographer Experiments with Chance Dance

Eden LandgroverStaff Writer At the conclusion of each semester, the UNCG Dance Department puts on a concert in which students in repertoire classes perform the works that they have been developing and rehearsing all semester. These courses are performance based, and the entirety of the class’s coursework is creating, embodying and perfecting a piece of choreography to ultimately put on the stage. But what if … Continue reading UNCG Choreographer Experiments with Chance Dance

House Votes to Keep Government Agencies From Inquiring about Criminal History on Job Applications

Tyra HilliardStaff Writer As of early February, the House voted to ‘Ban the Box.’ The box refers to questions that inquire about an applicant’s criminal history on applications, which would become illegal for employers of federal agencies and contractors to ask about. The newly confidential information would be discussed once applicants are offered a conditional employment offer.   The change would allow the “Fair Chance … Continue reading House Votes to Keep Government Agencies From Inquiring about Criminal History on Job Applications

Women’s College Basketball: Baylor Defeats Notre Dame in the National Championship

Alexis PitchfordStaff Writer Men’s basketball will always receive more attention than women’s basketball. That’s how the current world operates, but each day, leaders of female collegiate sports fight for equal appreciation for both sides of the sport. Most everyone saw the theatrics of the men’s Final Four, but March Madness was just as crazy in the women’s Tournament, as Baylor defeated last year’s champions Notre … Continue reading Women’s College Basketball: Baylor Defeats Notre Dame in the National Championship

Tame Impala is making some big moves in 2019

Trent RydenStaff Writer On Saturday April 13, Kevin Parker and his traveling band Tame Impala took the main stage as the headlining act at one of the nation’s biggest and most talked about music festivals: Coachella. Tame Impala headlined the festival alongside Pop R&B giant Ariana Grande and jack of all trades rapper, singer and songwriter Childish Gambino. Tame Impala secured the headlining slot back … Continue reading Tame Impala is making some big moves in 2019

Ilhan Omar Recieves Death Threats

Hannah AstinStaff Writer A New York man has been arrested and charged in connection to a threat to assault and murder Rep. Ilhan Omar, a Democrat and Muslim lawmaker from Minnesota. Omar was elected to the House of Representatives in November 2018 as one of the two first Muslim women elected to Congress. The United States Department of Justice said in a statement that the … Continue reading Ilhan Omar Recieves Death Threats