Matthew Johnson Sports Editor At 21-years old, I have been called a number of times, the oldest 21-year old you would ever see. While I hopefully think this would be a compliment on the wise advice I have (which no one seems to take), or my appreciation for the The Godfather and the AFL and ABA, it is usually for my mannerisms … Continue reading Millennial Moment
Shaquille Blackstock Staff Writer As November edges closer and closer to the holiday season, it is relevant to think about all of the people who may not have as much to be excited for. According to the Census Bureau, the rate of college students living in poverty is at about 15.2 percent. While this number is alarming, it does not account … Continue reading College poverty: The disturbing story
Aden Hizkias Staff Writer Last Tuesday, the Greensboro City Council held a meeting where Mayor Nancy Vaughan was given an award, and the council discussed Greensboro City Police traffic stops. This was the first meeting since the City Council election in which all the incumbents were re-elected, two of which ran unopposed. “It’s great to be re-elected and have the vote of confidence by … Continue reading Mayor Vaughan Awarded, Traffic Stops Scrutinized
Aden Hizkias Staff Writer Monday at noon, students gathered on the EUC lawn to rally for solidarity with Mizzou. The demonstration included the organizer Dhruv Pathak, students, members of the Faculty Senate, Provost Dana Dunn and Chancellor Frank Gilliam as well as several junior administrators. The rally attendees spoke about what happened at the University of Missouri where the students protested against, what they … Continue reading Wave of protests hit campus: UNCG students stand up and speak out
Matthew Johnson Sports Editor After three months of family, friends and professors asking me if I was prepared to leave college for the real world, I routinely uttered a “yes” with an aimless pondering reminiscent of “The Graduate.” With all the complexities and convoluted nature of college, I am exhausted. I am an exhausted 21-year old who wants a break. In regards … Continue reading Farewell Column: Wake Up, Mr. Johnson
Shannon Neu A&E Editor In a nation plagued by corrupt politicians and media bias, it can be challenging for American citizens to know who to trust. Infuriated by the lies and propaganda Americans are frequently exposed to, artist Robert Shetterly devoted his life to telling the truth by creating and presenting portraits of courageous individuals from different points of American history who have … Continue reading Robert Shetterly: An artist with an eye for truth
Ailey O’Toole Staff Writer “Mental illness does not discriminate based on age, class or ethnicity. It affects all segments of society. More than 11 million Americans have severe schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression yet millions are going without treatment as families struggle to find care for loved ones.” That is the opening statement of the “Helping Families In Mental Health Crisis Act” (HFIMFCA), … Continue reading Dear Congress: Please pass the Mental Health Bill
Alison McKane Staff Writer What is ADHD? It is not merely characterized as difficulty focusing in a boring class or continuous procrastination on a paper. It’s not that simple. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, known by its acronym as ADHD, has no simple definition. According to the DSM-5 (the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition), ADHD is defined as, “A persistent pattern of … Continue reading Understanding ADHD
Maggie Young Sometimes, adventures begin in the most unlikely of ways. Being abroad has given me the mindset of “this can only happen once,” which may or may not be correct; but in this case, the phrase most certainly rings true. About two weeks ago I was asked by a friend of mine to accompany her and one of our South African friends to Namibia. … Continue reading My Crazy Trip to Namibia
Molly Ashline Staff Writer The ninth floor of the Jackson Library at UNCG is by far my favorite in the whole building. Not only can you get a bird’s eye view of the fountain at the caf and the surrounding foliage, but the sunlight glows pleasantly through the windows throughout the day, and at night, darkness blacks out the rest of the world to create … Continue reading Floors 6 through 9 spell quiet time
