Zavia Pittman Staff Writer I am currently sending my resume to anyone who will take it in hopes of getting an internship for my major. The process has been stressful (like most things dealing with college), and I’m hoping that one of these days I just don’t have to worry about it anymore. For now, as my search continues, I’ve noticed a running trend with … Continue reading In This Economy!??: Are Unpaid Internships Unethical?
Elizabeth Hyman Staff Writer At 203 pounds, I’m pretty damn good lookin’. Not “for” 203 pounds, I mean at 203 pounds. Whatever you do, don’t pity me. As I write this I realized I don’t want to be perceived as “fat,” because I’m not, and, if I was, why the hell does it matter? Fatphobia can happen, but I don’t think “phobia” is a good … Continue reading My Beautiful Belly
Jessi Rae Morton News Editor According to a press release issued by Everytown for Gun Safety, “On Tuesday, February 14, [2023], Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action volunteers [testified] against HB 50, […] legislation that would repeal North Carolina’s law requiring background checks on handgun sales by removing the purchase permit requirement. The permitting system requires a person to obtain a background check before … Continue reading Potential Background Check Legislation Repeal in North Carolina
Erin Yandell Staff Writer As students, we often don’t think about our UNC Greensboro workers and the work they do to keep the school running smoothly. Some workers go above and beyond their jobs to foster a supportive environment and encourage students in various ways. During my time at UNC Greensboro, I’ve noticed the hard work of these employees, which speaks volumes about our university … Continue reading Spartan Spotlight: James Knight
Maggie Collins Editor, Arts and Entertainment William Paul Thomas is the artist of the wonderful art exhibit you might have seen as you passed the Gatewood Gallery at UNCG this month. Each wall featured portraits of individuals who while strangers to most, were people with whom Thomas had created a connection. As I walked through the exhibit admiring each portrait, it was obvious that I … Continue reading Cyanosis: “What happens when my skin turns blue?”
Ethan Engellau Sports, Editor On March 20, 2022, Juju Smith-Schuster signed a one-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs worth up to 10.75 million dollars. Two months later, on May 18, James Bradberry signed a one-year deal with the Philadelphia Eagles worth 7.5 million dollars. Smith-Schuster’s career has over recent years revolved around TikTok controversies and injuries. After trading Tyreek Hill away, Kansas City’s wide … Continue reading Super Bowl LVII – I’ll Hold You When It Matters Most
Maggie Collins Editor, Arts and Entertainment I had the opportunity to take a course centered around sustainability this semester at UNCG. This course increased my knowledge of how to have a more sustainable lifestyle and how many of our everyday “routines” are destroying the earth. With my intensified desire to find out more ways to combat issues like climate change and plastic pollution, I stumbled … Continue reading “Inhabitants: Indigenous Perspectives on Restoring Our World”
Jenna McKee Meaney Staff Writer Zoey Solano is a sophomore majoring in Elementary Education and double minoring in American Sign Language and English. She is originally from Washington, NC, and is 19 years old. She also works on campus at the Harold Schiffman Music Library and encourages you to come by and say hello. Zoey has given insight on her experience in her program as … Continue reading An Interview with an Elementary Education Major
Brian Hornfeldt Staff Writer/Social Media Manager “The point of your 20s is to try 12 different things and fail at nine of them.” This quote from Rainn Wilson has resonated with me since I first heard it a few weeks back. On a literal level, it speaks to the uncertainty that many young adults deal with while trying to find their place in the world. … Continue reading Trial and Error
Jessi Rae Morton News Editor On Monday, Feb. 6, 2023, North Carolina government, education, business and nonprofit leaders convened for The State of Educational Attainment in North Carolina, hosted by myFutureNC. According to a press release issued on Feb. 6, “Based on the most recent census data, North Carolina remains 444,000 individuals short of reaching the 2030 goal, and already 31,000 skilled workers behind where … Continue reading The State of Educational Attainment in North Carolina
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