Daniel Johnson Sports Editor It’s summer and you’re and bored. The answer to this problem is simple: turn on Netflix, or go on your laptop and binge watch a series to kill some time in the day. Sports has the ability to entertain use on the field for a few hours in a day. But there are a few shows and miniseries that can continue … Continue reading Binge Worthy Sports TV Shows/Miniseries
Daniel Johnson Sports Editor Well it is summer time, meaning all the time that was once committed to study groups and deciding whether or not a twenty page packet is worth printing, can now be spent relaxing on a humid day in my room and plugging in Madden football. Find yourself a friend, plug in two controllers and see which one of you will be … Continue reading Pros and Cons of Playing Madden By Yourself
Brianna Wilson Staff Writer National military service requirements consists of compulsory enlistment of people into the military where the individuals are given no choice in their enlistment. They are prevalent in countries all over the world. Sixty-one countries have some length of required military service for the male population. Some countries require it of the female population as well. Proponents of mandatory military service have … Continue reading Compulsory Military Requirements Fight Freedom – Not Protect It
Emily Cramton Staff Writer On Wednesday, June 21, a small tour comprised of members of the original Magnolia Electric Co. will be stopping by the Motorco Music Hall in Durham for a memorial concert. Performing from Jason Molina’s extensive musical catalogue, the tour coincides with the release of Molina’s authorized biography. Jason Molina was an American musician based out of Ohio, and he came into … Continue reading Songs: Molina – A Memorial Electric Co. at the Motorco Music Hall
Jessica Clifford Staff Writer “None of us are free if one of us is in chains,” is a statement with triple importance to UNCG alumni, Todd Drake. It stands for one of the most important pieces of information Drake has learned so far in his career, it refers to the essence of democracy, and one of his few lovely tattoo ideas for the near future. … Continue reading Artist, Todd Drake: Making Strides with Human Rights
Chelsea Korynta Staff Writer The Weatherspoon Art Museum’s “Art on Paper” exhibit, is back for the summer! The series has been around since 1965, thanks to support from the Dillard Paper Company (now xpedex). This year marks the 44th installment, and presents pieces by 25 artists from all over the country. The collection celebrates a traditional medium, and features pieces that bring paper to life … Continue reading The Weatherspoon’s 44th Art on Paper Exhibit
Sam Haw Staff Writer 1. Kendrick Lamar – “DAMN.” Kung Fu Kenny returned early this year with an abrasive, yet extremely catchy new record “DAMN.” While “To Pimp a Butterfly” drew on jazz, funk and spoken word influences, his new record is straight rap, mixing boom-bap and trap sounds to authenticate his status as king of his genre. Lyrically and musically, his new sound is … Continue reading Five Best Records Of 2017 So Far
Kaetlyn Dembkoski Staff Writer Now that we are in the midst of the summer months, the days without classes or homework have given us the breaks we so duly deserve; however, we are not clear of expectations yet. In a society like ours that pressures its inhabitants in terms of physical beauty, the desire to remain active during the summer becomes our new “assignment.” We … Continue reading Summer Days: The Pressure to be Active
Matthew Paterson Staff Writer On Tuesday night I found myself packed in a raucous sea of beer filled Orwells’ fans, all hell bent on getting as many stage dives in as possible before the show was over. The ringing has not left my right ear since. The Orwells authentic garage band sound attracts a rowdy crowd that brings the party to the concert, a testament … Continue reading The Orwells Raise Hell at Cat’s Cradle
Jamal Sykes Staff Writer If you’re nearing your graduation and have no clue where you are heading in the future – you are not alone. When Hannah Davis founded BANGS Shoes, it wasn’t exactly what she envisioned herself doing at 22. In fact, she never planned on being an entrepreneur or owner of a start up, no less releasing a National Nomad, High-Top sneaker. “I … Continue reading BANGS Shoes
