Relax, It Is Just Finals

Crystal AllenStaff Writer With finals right around the corner, everyone is stressing and struggling to cram in a semester’s worth of information back into their brain. Cumulative exam? You mean, my worst nightmare? At this time, the library is packed, Starbucks and Tate Street’s businesses are booming, and we all are in dire need of a break. Good news for you, I have a list … Continue reading Relax, It Is Just Finals

Jubilee “Spectrum: Do All Christians think the Same” YT video reaction

Alliana AvancenaStaff Writer Coming across a YouTube channel called Jubilee, a series named Spectrum popped up onto the screen. The topic was, “Do all Christians think the same?” This group enlightens viewers about the wonders of the capacity of the mind in how people conform to societal standards and how to approach the world to promote diversity and conversate with others in a comfortable situation. … Continue reading Jubilee “Spectrum: Do All Christians think the Same” YT video reaction

Kevin Abstract-‘Ghettobaby’ EP

Trent RydenStaff Writer Rapper and songwriter Ian Simpson, also known as Kevin Abstract, the mastermind behind the rap/alt pop group Brockhampton, has been feeling lonely lately. It does not come as much of a surprise considering the fact that he abandoned the creative direction of his famed rap entourage and is releasing a solo project, “Ghettobaby,” which will be out in its entirety on April … Continue reading Kevin Abstract-‘Ghettobaby’ EP

Beyoncé- Homecoming

Keia HarrisArts and Entertainment Editor I cannot say with a good conscience that I am a dedicated member of the Bey Hive- please hold your attacks. With that being said, I am proud to say that this review is anything but biased. In 2018, Beyoncé became the first black woman to headline Coachella, arguably the most popular music festival in the country. The motivation behind … Continue reading Beyoncé- Homecoming

Ursula K. Le Guin – Why are Americans Afraid of Dragons

Alliana AvancenaStaff Writer In talking about fantasy and science fiction, Ursula K. Le Guin talks about how escapism fits into our world so perfectly. Her version of escapism comes from reading and talking about topics that most people find odd or unbelievable. She believes that reading and writing imaginative worlds translates into people understanding the depth and potential of life. It is a distraction from … Continue reading Ursula K. Le Guin – Why are Americans Afraid of Dragons

Game Of Thrones: Winter is Here…So Who is Azor Ahai?

Crystal AllenStaff Writer (Spoilers Ahead) If you have not been living under a rock, you may know that “Game of Thrones” premiered the first episode of the final season last Sunday. As the show comes to a close, there are a lot of burning questions still yet to be answered. One that stands out among the rest, other than who ends up on the iron … Continue reading Game Of Thrones: Winter is Here…So Who is Azor Ahai?

Intercultural Lecture Series: The Jumpsuit Project

Janelle CrubaughStaff Writer In the 2016-2017 academic year, Sherrill Roland walked around UNCG sporting what appeared to be a state-issued orange jumpsuit. “I got this for twenty bucks on Amazon,” he told the audience. Roland was wrongly accused of a crime during his first few months of graduate school at UNCG. As a result, he was imprisoned for ten months, for a crime he did … Continue reading Intercultural Lecture Series: The Jumpsuit Project

UNCG Choreographer Experiments with Chance Dance

Eden LandgroverStaff Writer At the conclusion of each semester, the UNCG Dance Department puts on a concert in which students in repertoire classes perform the works that they have been developing and rehearsing all semester. These courses are performance based, and the entirety of the class’s coursework is creating, embodying and perfecting a piece of choreography to ultimately put on the stage. But what if … Continue reading UNCG Choreographer Experiments with Chance Dance

Tame Impala is making some big moves in 2019

Trent RydenStaff Writer On Saturday April 13, Kevin Parker and his traveling band Tame Impala took the main stage as the headlining act at one of the nation’s biggest and most talked about music festivals: Coachella. Tame Impala headlined the festival alongside Pop R&B giant Ariana Grande and jack of all trades rapper, singer and songwriter Childish Gambino. Tame Impala secured the headlining slot back … Continue reading Tame Impala is making some big moves in 2019

Album Review: Yellow Ranger – Awkwafina

William MyrlStaff Writer Nora Lum, born June 2, 1998, and more commonly known by her stage name Awkwafina, is my favorite rapper. In my heart, she is the heir to Shakespeare and Saturday Morning cartoons. As an accomplished actress, you may know her irreverent eminence from such films as “Ocean’s Eight” (Constance) and “Crazy Rich Asians” (Peik Lin Goh). She has also hosted Saturday Night … Continue reading Album Review: Yellow Ranger – Awkwafina