By Cassandra Hardman, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 25, 2015 Greensboro artist and UNC-Greensboro senior Sterling Evans said that it wasn’t until he got to college that he started taking his music seriously. Sterling, who refers to himself as Large Sevan when rapping, says he first started rapping when he was 15 years old. “We’d just use the digital media lab at Warren New Tech – … Continue reading UNCG ARTISTS WEEKLY: Sterling Evans
By Kashif Stone, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 25, 2015 In commemoration of Women’s History Month, Geeksboro Coffeehouse Cinema kicked off its art exhibition “SHEroes” Saturday featuring several portrayals of fictional heroines designed by local artists. “Wounds”, designed by Kristin Mehaffey (Greensboro, N.C.), features heroine Sheik a character from “The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time”. The piece, which was created using masking tape, colored pencils … Continue reading Geeksboro unveils “SHEroes” exhibit
By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 25, 2015 As Kody Hopkins walked on stage, his presence captured the audience. From his first slapstick stumble, children in the front row giggled. In the Taylor Theater sat parents and their kids, all of whom anticipated the classic fable of “Pinocchio” brought to life by theatre students. What they saw was a unique rendition of the original … Continue reading UNCG Theatre presents “Pinocchio”
By Taylor Smith, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 17, 2015 This week marks the return of students and classes from the week long Spring break. It also signals the return of my weekly ramblings. Actually, I was planning on retiring but so many people from my 3-to-5 reader demographic demanded that I continue. So here I am, and with Spring break still on so many peoples’ … Continue reading Spring Break and those who are left behind
By Katerina Mansour, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 17, 2015 The majority of us have received those email and text alerts informing us that a crime has occurred or suspicious behavior is being investigated. From attempted robbery to sexual assault, we’ve passively read over multiple warnings that our safety on campus is endangered. Yet, there is an odd mix of students either angered by the lack … Continue reading Are we safe at UNCG?
By Daniel Johnson, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 17, 2015 Two years ago, the Spartans Women’s Basketball team won only eight games. Last year, the team won seven. This season, the team continued their downward pattern and went 6-24 for the season. To add insult to an already aggravated injury, the team went an abysmal 1-13 against their Southern Conference opponents and lost by thirty-four points … Continue reading The 2014-15 Women’s Basketball year, a season to forget
By Daniel Johnson, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 17, 2015 I always said that February and the first half of March is the worst time of the year for sport fans. After the Super Bowl concludes the NFL season, the month is dominated by basketball. And as a fan of the sport, I enjoy usually the first week of this. Football is still in … Continue reading NCAA Tournament March Madness Preview
By Terrence Hinds, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 17, 2015 Intramural basketball is a big deal. Okay, in the grand scheme of things, it is not the biggest deal in the world, but some do take it seriously. It is harder than you might think to put together a team, and it is even more difficult for everyone to be on the same page, and playing … Continue reading MJ’s Secret Stuff wins intramural competitive league
By Brandon Boyer, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 17, 2015 “First and foremost, I am really proud of my bunch,” said Men’s Basketball Head Coach Wes Miller after a disheartening loss to eventual conference champion Wofford. In a season where there was very little fanfare, poor performances, and injuries galore, Coach Miller should be proud of his squad. This was the final season that sharpshooter and … Continue reading Men’s Basketball season ends in SoCon Tournament
By Spencer Schneier, Staff Writer Published in print Mar. 17, 2015 Budget North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory’s 2015 budget proposal will lead to increased costs for students across North Carolina, the News and Observer reports. The plan, which was outlined last week, will include a 2% cut in the UNC system budget and includes increased tuition for community colleges. The News and Observer reports that part of … Continue reading McCrory unveils budget and files ethics report
