Reactions to UNCG’s First “Student Exclusive” Homecoming

 Avery Skipper Senior Staff Writer UNC Greensboro’s homecoming is right around the corner, but this year’s celebration is going to look a little different. There will be no alumni “coming home” to UNCG for the homecoming festivities. On September 13th, the university announced that due to the rising numbers of COVID-19 cases caused by the Delta Variant, UNCG will not be inviting their alumni to … Continue reading Reactions to UNCG’s First “Student Exclusive” Homecoming

Why College Students Have Trouble Sleeping

Jazz Johnson  Senior Staff Writer As a college student, it’s hard to get the full 8 hours of sleep you should each night. Sometimes there’s a test you need to study for, an assignment you forgot to do, or your mind won’t quiet the outside noise so you can rest. Did you take on too many classes with too much work? Maybe you procrastinated while … Continue reading Why College Students Have Trouble Sleeping

Highlights of the NFL Opening Week 

Parker Truesdale Senior Staff Writer  Football Sundays are back and stadiums are packed at full capacity for the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. Entering arguably the most anticipated season in NFL history, sports analysts and pro football super fans were on the edge of their seats, excited for the long offseason break to finally come to an end.  Sept. 9 marked … Continue reading Highlights of the NFL Opening Week 

Carolina College Football Recap Week 2 

Ethan Engellau Staff Writer After an intriguing week one of college football from Carolina’s colleges, the excitement was bubbling for week two to kick off, and here’s what went down. No.17 Coastal Carolina coming off their strong week one victory over The Citadel bested Kansas just as easily, defeating the Jayhawks 49-22. The Chanticleers defense took over in the first half. The Chanticleers and the … Continue reading Carolina College Football Recap Week 2 

Greensboro Swarm Making a Buzz During the Offseason 

Jamario Williams Staff Writer The Greensboro Swarm made a big move this offseason, hiring new head coach Jordan Surenkamp. Surenkamp, who is the third coach in the Swarm’s five years, was a member of the Hornets staff as a manager and video coordinator. After starting as the Assistant Video Coordinator for the Charlotte Hornets in 2018, he was promoted to the Head Video Coordinator for … Continue reading Greensboro Swarm Making a Buzz During the Offseason 

How SB 8, Texas’ New Abortion Law, is Taking Away Women’s Freedom

Maggie Collins Senior Staff Writer On September 2nd the SB 8 law was put into effect in the state of Texas. SB 8 allows anyone to sue a person for $10,000 who has aided or supported someone in getting an abortion after about 6 weeks‒ when a heartbeat can be detected by an ultrasound; yet, many women don’t even know that they are pregnant until … Continue reading How SB 8, Texas’ New Abortion Law, is Taking Away Women’s Freedom

Halsey’s New Album Destroys Female Stereotypes

Kate McCrea Staff Writer Halsey’s latest album dropped recently and slams stereotypical archetypes of women from the first note.  She’s taking on everyone and I’m so here for it.  Her latest album “If I can’t Have Love, I Want Power” is a mix of female power, enlightenment, taking down the patriarchy, and even some matriarchal and problematic figureheads in this balls out, no holds barred … Continue reading Halsey’s New Album Destroys Female Stereotypes

The College Experience After COVID-19

Sydney Thompson Senior Staff Writer COVID-19 has changed every facet of human life since the pandemic began in December of 2019 and lockdowns began in March 2020. The college experience is no exception to this.  The importance of having a good college experience along with a good education is emphasized in college recruitment materials. According to experts, it is important to find a campus that … Continue reading The College Experience After COVID-19

The Deeper Meaning Behind Kim Kardashian’s 2021 Met Gala Outfit

Avery Skipper Senior Staff Writer On Monday, September 13th, the Metropolitan Museum of Art held their annual Met Gala. This year’s theme was “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion.” Given American fashion’s rich history, there was much anticipation for the creative and artistic outfits that would be worn by the celebrity guests. However, the theme received a host of criticism for lacking its usual creativity … Continue reading The Deeper Meaning Behind Kim Kardashian’s 2021 Met Gala Outfit