Documentary Review: ‘Alpha Class’ Reveals the Politics and Pitfalls of Fraternity Life

Jessica Clifford A&E Editor Drinking, partying, philanthropy, women and brotherhood – the special concoction of none other than the average campus fraternity. The documentary, “Alpha Class,” based on the recharging of Arizona State University’s (ASU) Phi Sigma Kappa, stereotypically shows just this, while also engaging in the politics behind two failed fraternities. “Alpha Class,” digitally released by D-Mak Productions, was co-produced by Danny McManus and … Continue reading Documentary Review: ‘Alpha Class’ Reveals the Politics and Pitfalls of Fraternity Life

Satire: Why the Oxford Comma is Racist

Patrick O’Connell Staff Writer The Oxford comma is a fiercely debated grammar rule that has split writers, scholars and readers alike. Most people in favor of the oxford comma see it as an effective way to clarify sentences that use lists with more than two subjects in it. Those that oppose the comma align themselves with the Associated Press style guide and the journalists who … Continue reading Satire: Why the Oxford Comma is Racist

MLB Season Preview

Chelsea McBay Staff Writer The Major League Baseball season starts March 29, and very soon we’ll kick off six months of peanuts and cracker jacks. From trade moves, to scheduling and coaching changes, all of the teams are about ready to throw the first pitch of the season. Spring training has been fun to watch thus far, but all the excitement truly stems from Opening … Continue reading MLB Season Preview

Three Spring Concerts Coming to the Gate City

Trent Ryden Staff Writer As the semester begins to wind down in the closing weeks ahead, Greensboro’s ambitious music scene is just heating up. Greensboro, also known as Gate City, may not be the biggest city, but we have a knack for attracting big-name artists. In just the past two years we’ve seen the likes of Taylor Swift, Chance the Rapper, Drake, Gucci Mane, Migos, … Continue reading Three Spring Concerts Coming to the Gate City

NCAA Brackets: Joy in the Chaos

Antre Stephenson Staff Writer This NCAA tournament has been by far the craziest tournament seen many in years. For starters, a No. 16 seed team has never beaten a No. 1 seeded team in the NCAA tournament era. That is until the Virginia Cavaliers lost to the University of Maryland Baltimore in an unprecedented upset, 74-54. As far as right here on campus, the UNCG … Continue reading NCAA Brackets: Joy in the Chaos

Greensboro’s March For Our Lives

Nathanael Rosenberger Staff Writer Many proponents of our current president seem to place the United States on a pedestal of being the “greatest country.” If we measure greatness as being where we stand in comparison with other nations, we rank near the top in most areas. We are the third largest country in both size and population, we have the largest economy, and the Wharton … Continue reading Greensboro’s March For Our Lives

UNCG named college of distinction

MaryKent Wolff Staff Writer The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG) has been named a ‘College of Distinction,’ an honor that recognizes and profiles higher education institutions for providing engaging student experiences. “Any time that UNCG can be highlighted and given a distinction is awesome. Those of us who are here all know how awesome of a place it is but it’s a regional … Continue reading UNCG named college of distinction

NC school psychologist shortage leaves many students without mental health resources

Jamie Howell Staff Writer The number of school psychologists in U.S. public schools is considerably lower than the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) recommends. According to an article written by Professor Mark Phillips of San Francisco State University, the number of school psychologists per student varies widely between states, but the overall ratio was 457 students to every one psychologist as of 2016. “Most … Continue reading NC school psychologist shortage leaves many students without mental health resources

Report reveals how indecision affects DACA families

MaryKent Wolff Staff Writer A new report released by the Center on Law and Social Policy (CLASP) has detailed the ways in which indecision surrounding immigration policy has affected immigrant families in six states including North Carolina, especially focusing on children. “This study from CLASP was motivated by widespread reports that children and families are being harmed by the Trump Administration’s immigration policy priorities,” said … Continue reading Report reveals how indecision affects DACA families