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Since 1919, The Carolinian has functioned as a weekly newspaper that distributes each Wednesday during the traditional academic year. The all-student content reflects the diversity of the 20,000+ students of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. You can find us all over the UNCG campus and off campus in select locations on Tate and Spring Garden Street in Greensboro, NC. The Carolinian is a teaching newspaper that is organized and produced by students of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. It is our objective to teach young writers journalistic skills, while emphasizing the importance of honesty and integrity in campus media.
Opinions

Should We Care Less About the News?

Patrick O’ConnellStaff Writer I’ve heard some describe our time period as the “Post-Truth” age, essentially meaning that truth has become irrelevant. There is no finer example of this than the amorphous creature known as, “Media bias,” that seems to have gotten a stranglehold over our society like a constrictor. Media bias exists to spread lies. It whispers falsehoods into the ears of the opposition, making … Continue reading Should We Care Less About the News?

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Opinions

The Intersection of Mugshots and Race

Rejani KingStaff Writer Media outlets have a long history of using mugshots of Black women and men, while using “innocent” pictures of their white counterparts in their news articles. This may not seem like a big deal to some people, but the way in which this tactic is used by some media outlets, is another way to paint Black women and men as being criminals. … Continue reading The Intersection of Mugshots and Race

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Why Do We Love Serial Killers?

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Netflix’s, “You” was released early this September and has already secured a second season. Viewers went crazy over the first 10 episodes. The show stars Penn Badgley as Joe Goldberg, a man who becomes obsessed with a girl that comes in his bookshop. Over the course of the show, his life begins to revolve around her to the point of lying, … Continue reading Why Do We Love Serial Killers?

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arts and entertainment

Glass: Different Than You Expect

Brittney BaileyStaff Writer “Glass,” is perfect combination of the good, the bad and the ugly. This film is directed by M Night Shyamalan, the formerly disgraced director who is now on the rise. His most recent films include “Split,” “The Visit” and his less than favorable movies, “The Last Airbender” and “Lady in the Water.” This film, “glass,” is supposed to cement his comeback story … Continue reading Glass: Different Than You Expect

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MFA Thesis Reading at Scuppernong Books

Molly LawlerStaff Writer Scuppernong Books is an undeniably special place; though it is arguably even more magical from seven o’clock to eight o’clock on Friday nights during The University of North Carolina at Greensboro MFA Writing Program Student Readings. On January 18, they kicked off the first of five UNCG Student Readings, which will continue every Friday night for the next five weeks (excluding February … Continue reading MFA Thesis Reading at Scuppernong Books

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Carry The Love Comes To UNCG

Eden LandgroverStaff Writer On January 18th, the Cone Ballroom was bursting at the seams with students from various campus ministries and local college ministries who were eager to take in a night of worship, and put on by the Carry The Love campaign. Carry The Love is a national campaign, hosted by Circuit Riders, that has been making its way from university to university to … Continue reading Carry The Love Comes To UNCG

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Rihanna Pushes Lawsuit Against Her Father

Kaitlyn BoeckelStaff Writer In an act bound to cause controversy, singer and businesswoman, Robyn Rihanna Fenty has sued her own father. The federal lawsuit alleges that Ronald Fenty and his partner have been profiting off of their shared last name, using the brand Rihanna has created. The singer launched a beauty and cosmetics company in 2017 named, “Fenty Beauty,” as well as other lingerie products … Continue reading Rihanna Pushes Lawsuit Against Her Father

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Happy Birthday Janis: Remembering Janis Joplin

Emily HicksStaff Writer On this week in celebrity birthdays, we celebrate what would have been Janis Joplin’s seventy-sixth birthday. Born January nineteenth of 1943 to parents Dorothy and Seth Joplin, Janis was one of the most iconic musicians of the late ‘60s. Her incredibly unique style sparked fame and fortune that no one could have seen coming. Janis spent her formative years in her hometown … Continue reading Happy Birthday Janis: Remembering Janis Joplin

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Features

Express Yourself Through the Arts: Polar Mics Open Mics & Slam Party

Meagan BessStaff Writer The Elliott University Center held a lively audience on January 18 from 7 PM to 9 PM. UNCG’s open mic and slam poetry event began with a check-in for UNCG students, grabbing a raffle ticket for prizes during the show, and a free and warm winter hat from the Activities and Campus Events student committee. DJ Roxci played a variety of songs … Continue reading Express Yourself Through the Arts: Polar Mics Open Mics & Slam Party

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