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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.
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‘A Special Evening with Kishi Bashi and Jake Shimabukuro’: Review

Krysten Heberly Editor-in-Chief As we drove from Greensboro to Raleigh for ‘A Special Evening with Kishi Bashi and Jake Shimabukuro’, the rain poured down with a force that could only be described as biblical. Unrelenting and nearly violent in nature, the forces of a thunderstorm threatened to derail the night that we had all been waiting for. Afterall, electric instruments and an outdoor concert in … Continue reading ‘A Special Evening with Kishi Bashi and Jake Shimabukuro’: Review

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The Debate on the Next Supreme Court Justice

Antonio Alamillo Staff Writer  With all of the current affairs in national politics, it may seem hard to keep track of important information and issues. However, one new issue stands above the rest, having the ability to drastically affect the future of this nation’s legislation for decades: deciding who will be the newest United States Supreme Court Justice. The process of choosing a new Justice … Continue reading The Debate on the Next Supreme Court Justice

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N.C. Republicans Call Special Session for New State Constitution Amendments

Hannah Astin Staff Writer  On July 24, the North Carolina state legislature met to discuss the six state constitutional amendments set to appear on the ballot this November. The Republican-controlled legislature previously approved these amendments with a veto-proof majority. These amendments include changes to the State Constitution affecting the rights of crime victims, the right to hunt, fish and harvest wildlife, a cap on the … Continue reading N.C. Republicans Call Special Session for New State Constitution Amendments

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Last Chance U Season Three: A Review

Andrew Salmon Sports Editor  When engrossed in a football game, it’s easy to forget that there are people underneath all of those pads. We see the flying helmets, the crushing tackles, but rarely do we get to see their faces. Last Chance U, a Netflix documentary, takes off the helmets and offers a raw, often emotional look inside the lives of Independence Community College Pirates … Continue reading Last Chance U Season Three: A Review

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A Playoff Victory for the Carolina Cobras

Douglas Burns Staff Writer GREENSBORO, N.C. – On Saturday night, the Carolina Cobras – Greensboro’s resident arena football team – faced off against the Columbus Lions at the Coliseum for a place in the playoffs. It was a tense and fast-paced affair, with the Cobras out for blood. This was because the Lions had beaten the Cobras twice, gaining three extra points in the process. … Continue reading A Playoff Victory for the Carolina Cobras

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NBA Free Agency Madness Part II: Leonard Traded, DeRozan No Longer a Raptor

Monique Williams Staff Writer In mid-July, LeBron shook the entire NBA world when he announced that he was going to be a member of the Los Angeles Lakers. Some thought this was the biggest news of free agency, but things have just gotten a little more exciting. On July 18, the San Antonio Spurs officially announced that they would be trading Kawhi Leonard to the … Continue reading NBA Free Agency Madness Part II: Leonard Traded, DeRozan No Longer a Raptor

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Grace Cave Accusations By Elon Musk

Ethan Beaulieu Staff Writer  The entrapment of a Thai youth soccer team and their coach in a flooded cave has held the world’s attention for nearly two weeks. Their rescue, eventually achieved by a team of international professional divers, went smoothly with the exception of a spat between a British diver and billionaire Elon Musk, as well as the tragic death of a Thai Navy … Continue reading Grace Cave Accusations By Elon Musk

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No Production without Representation

Courtney Cordoza Staff Writer  After recent backlash, Scarlett Johansson has made the decision to withdraw from the film “Rub and Tug.” The film will follow the life of Dante “Tex” Gill, a transgender man who owned and operated a string of prostitution rings disguised as massage parlors. Many were not happy with Johansson landing the role, especially those in the LGBT community. It was unnecessary … Continue reading No Production without Representation

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CBP on ICE, Please!

Ron de Varona Staff Writer  The most useful thing that a citizen has is the ability to share their opinions freely. When the workforce of several large companies all plead with their higher-ups to cut ties with ICE, it must be for a very good reason. Immigration and Customs Enforcement enforce federal laws governing border control, customs, trade and immigration to promote homeland security and … Continue reading CBP on ICE, Please!

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Kylie Jenner Is Not ‘Self-Made’

Rejani King Staff Writer  Recently, Kylie Jenner made headlines yet again. According to Forbes, “at 21, she’s on track to become the youngest-ever self-made billionaire.” By definition “self-made” literally means “made by oneself,” and “having become successful or rich by one’s own efforts.” In my opinion, this does not describe her success because she has always had help. She was born into a rich upper-class … Continue reading Kylie Jenner Is Not ‘Self-Made’

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