Donald “Trumped” in GOP Debate

Spencer Schneier     News Editor The second Republican Primary debate took place this past Wednesday at the Reagan Library. The debate featured 11 candidates, with the only change from the first debate being that Carly Fiorina was added to the mix. Several polls, including one of CNN’s, considered Fiorina to be a breakout candidate after the first debate, where she was in the earlier … Continue reading Donald “Trumped” in GOP Debate

President Obama’s new College Scorecard

Jamie Howell   Staff Writer The Obama Administration released a new way of looking at and ranking universities called the College Scorecard last week. President Obama unveiled the scorecard in his weekly address for the week of Sept. 13 saying, “Everyone should be able to find clear, reliable, open data on college affordability and value.” The College Scorecard website rates universities based on average cost, … Continue reading President Obama’s new College Scorecard

No fear of needles for UNCG students

Blood drive comes to campus Sabrina Hernandez       Staff Writer UNC-Greensboro’s blood drive was a daylong event, lasting from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The project intended to contribute to the community through the donation of required blood to recovering patients in need of lifesaving blood transfusions. According to the American Red Cross’s website, 30,000 blood transfusions occur each day, and a blood … Continue reading No fear of needles for UNCG students

Dead poets society: William Blake

Logan Curry  Staff Writer For those who want to learn about eccentric poets who changed the traditional form of poetry, look no further than William Blake. When asked about Blake, Dr. Stuart Dischell, UNC-Greensboro English professor, said, “Had he lived in another historical era, he would have been burned at the stake or declared a prophet. Like Shakespeare and Chaucer, he was an enemy of … Continue reading Dead poets society: William Blake

America and radicalism

Adam Griffin   Staff writer ince the attacks of 9/11, Americans have been faced with the threat of radical Islam. In response, the U.S. has entered into two wars, enacted legislation that violates civil liberties and engaged in a battle for the hearts and minds of the Islamic world — often losing that particular battle. Yet, the rise of Islamophobia following the 9/11 attacks continues … Continue reading America and radicalism

Blind Tiger welcomes the Circus: Rinaldi Flying Circus talks about its vibe

Mary Windsor   Staff Writer The Rinaldi Flying Circus, a Greensboro-based band, performed at The Blind Tiger last Saturday, Sept. 19, to celebrate the success of their recent 10-day tour through the mid-Atlantic region of the United States. The band is made up of three Rinaldi siblings and Aaron Cummings. It is fronted by Stacey Rinaldi, who provides rich, sultry vocals. It also includes Joe Rinaldi … Continue reading Blind Tiger welcomes the Circus: Rinaldi Flying Circus talks about its vibe

When paint comes alive

 Vincent Johnson      Staff Writer When artist Scott Fray paints his masterful works of art, he does so on canvases that can breathe, smile and speak. Scott Fray and his wife, Madelyn Greco, make up the professional body painting company, LivingBrush Bodypainting. They are five-time body painting world champions. Fray and Greco are the only professional body painting artists that have won all five … Continue reading When paint comes alive

Students take break with video games in Throwback Week

Matthew Johnson    Sports Editor In continuing their celebration of a much more simpler time, the Campus Activities Board let students take a break from their daunting classes last week to remember a special part of the 1990s. With the month of September referred to as “Mental Health Month,” students were given free range to unwind by playing some of their favorite video games and … Continue reading Students take break with video games in Throwback Week

UNCG Students enjoy first week of Intramural Football

Roger Thomas    Staff Writer Last week marked the beginning of the Rec Center’s intramural season for UNC-Greensboro students. And one of the most popular leagues, which students participate in and that is provided by the Rec Center, is flag football. For flag football, league games were held on Monday, Tuesday and Sunday last week, and games will continue to run on those days for … Continue reading UNCG Students enjoy first week of Intramural Football

Liquors, tequila, and beers, Oh My!

Shaquille Blackstock        Staff Writer One does not have to look far to find a bar or a liquor store in Greensboro. People in college like to drink, clearly. It’s almost a tired cliché’ that anyone who’s seen “National Lampoon’s” is aware of, but in Greensboro drinking culture is unique. The Carolinian went to various bars around campus to find out more about … Continue reading Liquors, tequila, and beers, Oh My!