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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.
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The Future of America: Understanding Tomorrow

Ma’Kayla Hunter Staff Writer In 2020, the unpredictable has become the expected. Since March, this pandemic has altered the way America operates within its entirety. Schools are now mostly online, birthday gatherings have become virtual and Amazon has made an unexpected major profit. These alterations have permanently changed the way we think and survive within America. We no longer have a “normal” after five solid … Continue reading The Future of America: Understanding Tomorrow

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Now You’re Sorry: Racist Viral Tik-Toks

Kayla Bullock Staff Writer In a time where the States should be United, we are virtually divided. Once again, the need for likes and views are tearing us apart. TikTok, a video-sharing social network, is now under fire for letting multiple racist videos go viral. The app is used to create second-long videos of users doing anything from comedy to dance. Instead, teenagers are creating … Continue reading Now You’re Sorry: Racist Viral Tik-Toks

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Surviving the Switch: Managing Online Classes

Ma’Kayla Hunter Staff Writer As COVID-19 has continued to shut down operations and change our methods of life, individuals have been forced to make drastic changes. Though various communities have been plagued by this virus, one of the main groups of individuals that continue to face issues are college students. An example of this includes the government-issued stimulus checks that the majority of college students … Continue reading Surviving the Switch: Managing Online Classes

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Small Businesses to Receive Aid During the COVID-19 Crisis

Marisa SloanStaff Writer On March 27, A $2.2 trillion economic stimulus package known as the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act was passed by Congress and signed by President Donald Trump. The package is best known for its $1,200 checks authorized for most adult Americans, as well as the $600-per-week increase it provides to unemployment insurance.  A lesser known part of the stimulus … Continue reading Small Businesses to Receive Aid During the COVID-19 Crisis

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Animal Crossing and Gender-Fluid Game Play

Austin HorneStaff Writer Animal Crossing has long been a haven for self expression and comfort in games;  an experience where the “point” was more about creative choice than progression. In honor of this past Trans Day of Visibility (March 31),  I want to outline the improvements Nintendo has built for any person interested in experimenting with their gender identity or expression. Originally, the ability to … Continue reading Animal Crossing and Gender-Fluid Game Play

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Anthony Ramos is Storming the Pop Music Scene

Hannah HallStaff Writer  It seems like everyday there are new artists emerging into the music scene; from young self made musicians making a name for themselves on social media, to multi-talented artists exploring a new element of the arts, there is so much amazing lesser known music. Anthony Ramos is one of the many incredibly talented actor-turned- musicians making art and sharing it via social … Continue reading Anthony Ramos is Storming the Pop Music Scene

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Love Yourself, Iyanna Mayweather

Kayla BullockStaff Writer Over the weekend, Iyanna Mayweather, the daughter of Floyd Mayweather, was arrested after allegedly stabbing a woman. An altercation broke out between Mayweather, her boyfriend and rapper, NBA Youngboy and a woman named Lapattra Lashai Jacobs Friday night. According to court documents, Mayweather and Jacob’s argument turned violent after catching Jacobs and Youngboy together at his house. This led Mayweather to stab … Continue reading Love Yourself, Iyanna Mayweather

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Corporate America: Profits Over Quality

Ma’Kayla HunterStaff Writer Though I am an English major, my college experience has helped me realize my love of business. Not only has it sparked this interest, it has also led to me starting my own business and even getting a Masters degree in business. By evaluating the concepts and methods of business, I couldn’t help but see how these ideas function in real life … Continue reading Corporate America: Profits Over Quality

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Cheap Games to Wait Out the Coronavirus Pt. 1

Austin HorneStaff Writer Hopefully, by now we’re all practicing good social distancing habits and staving off madness with animal friends in New Horizons. If, for whatever reason, you’re not enjoying a cup of Brewster’s best—or headbanging in id’s new Mick Gordon simulator—then I’ve got what you need. Four games under $20, most of them playable on any platform or able to run on any modern … Continue reading Cheap Games to Wait Out the Coronavirus Pt. 1

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Cheap Games to Wait Out the Coronavirus Pt. 2

Austin HorneStaff Writer If you didn’t find anything that you liked in my last list—or you somehow already blew through those games—I’ve got a whole new batch! Duck Game – $2.59 on Steam until March 29th, $12.99 after thatAvailable for Windows, PS4, and SwitchMy preferred means of socializing is through co-op play,  and Duck Game is great for forming friends across distance. This wacky 2D … Continue reading Cheap Games to Wait Out the Coronavirus Pt. 2

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