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Since 1919, The Carolinian has functioned as a weekly newspaper that distributes each Wednesday during the traditional academic year. The all-student content reflects the diversity of the 20,000+ students of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. You can find us all over the UNCG campus and off campus in select locations on Tate and Spring Garden Street in Greensboro, NC. The Carolinian is a teaching newspaper that is organized and produced by students of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. It is our objective to teach young writers journalistic skills, while emphasizing the importance of honesty and integrity in campus media.
daniel johnson, quinn hunter, Sports

The whistle of intramural basketball eager for new season

By Daniel Johnson, Staff Writer Published in print Jan. 28, 2015 This Monday, the Rec Center will kick off its annual intramural basketball season. In this association of basketball and college students, roommates and best friends come together to form super teams to compete against other similarly constructed teams. In intramurals, co-workers and classmates, who perhaps rarely spoke outside of their respective office space, forage through their … Continue reading The whistle of intramural basketball eager for new season

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jacob peller, Opinions

You’ve got to be kitten me!

By Jacob Peller, Opinions Editor Published in print Jan. 28, 2015 With only a semester away till graduation, I’m beginning to look at campus with rose colored glasses. There are a lot of things that I’ve come to like about being on campus, though much of it will not be in the “fond” category. Obviously I won’t remember the crime around campus with fondness, although it’ll be … Continue reading You’ve got to be kitten me!

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Opinions, Rebecca Harrelson

Crush the societal norm!

By Rebecca Harrelson, Staff Writer Published in print Jan. 28, 2015 There is a shift in what has been expected of women. In the past we have been expected to smile, conduct ourselves in a reserved manner, and to promptly say “thank you” as soon as a man complements our outer beauty. To be gracious, stand still, not think for ourselves and to speak to every man … Continue reading Crush the societal norm!

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Katerina Mansour, Opinions

Smokers: they’re people too

By Katerina Mansour, Staff Writer Published in print Jan. 28, 2015 There are numerous unspoken rules of social conduct within society. UNCG is no exception to that. As humans, we have expectations of our fellow beings. Right or wrong, that’s the way it is. We expect common courtesy. We expect people to engage in the very basic rituals of social norms and if they don’t we condemn … Continue reading Smokers: they’re people too

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michaela cleveland, News

Guest speaker at MLK event inspires Greensboro community

By Michaela Cleveland, Staff Writer Published in print Jan. 28, 2015 Last Wednesday at Aycock Auditorium, UNC-Greensboro and N.C. A&T partnered for the third time in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “In the 29th year of the MLK celebration at UNCG and third year of partnering with A&T, these events allow us to pause in brief celebration and connect with deep gratitude of the sacrifices … Continue reading Guest speaker at MLK event inspires Greensboro community

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News, spencer schneier

Price gouging laws not so clear-cut

By Spencer Schneier, Staff Writer Published in print Jan. 28, 2015 Last Thursday at the School of Education, Dr. Michael Munger, a philosophy, political science and economics (PPE) professor at Duke University, gave a presentation titled, “Price and the Ethics of Exchange.” The Duke professor wants to try and change the way that many people think about price, saying that many have the misconception that is just … Continue reading Price gouging laws not so clear-cut

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molly ashline, News

Online learning is the Wild West

By Molly Ashline, Staff Writer Published in print Jan. 28, 2015 According to Wade Maki, a professor in the philosophy department and faculty senator at UNC-Greensboro, online courses have been up to the present, “the Wild West.” And the Wild West includes the good, the bad and the ugly. While some professors are taking innovative approaches to online courses, others are displaying content in inaccessible ways, and … Continue reading Online learning is the Wild West

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emily bruzzo, News

UNCG SGA on the prowl for new vice president: Brittany Hudson

By Emily Bruzzo, News Editor Published in print Jan. 26, 2015 The Student Government Association is in for a few changes this semester and Brittany Hudson believes she’s just the woman to help the group make a difference in students’ lives. Hudson, a junior double majoring in business administration and media studies, has served for three years in SGA. With two stunts as interim vice president under … Continue reading UNCG SGA on the prowl for new vice president: Brittany Hudson

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Edward Jennings, News

UNCG SGA on the prowl for new vice president: Krishnaveni Balakrishnan

By Edward Jennings, Staff Writer Published in print Jan. 28, 2015 With former Student Government Association vice president, Joseph Graham, taking over as the new SGA president this semester, a vacancy has opened for his old position. Campaigning has already begun for candidates Krishnaveni Balakrishnan and Brittany Hudson. Balakrishnan, a senior who is set to graduate this upcoming fall, is excited about the opportunity to run for … Continue reading UNCG SGA on the prowl for new vice president: Krishnaveni Balakrishnan

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