How The Past Turned Into The Present

By Zamien Williams This article is the second part of a three-part series, which are all part of an English 101 project, in which students were asked to explain how they came to be a student at UNCG. For all of the stories, visit the project’s webpage. Vernon Malone College and Career Academy. Looking back at that school, it bred me for greatness after graduation. … Continue reading How The Past Turned Into The Present

This Week at UNCG

Jessi Rae Morton News Editor Black History Month: An Evening With Andrew Young Wednesday, Feb. 8, 6-9 p.m. in the Elliott University Center (EUC) Auditorium From the UNC Greensboro Events Calendar: UNC Greensboro is pleased to host a dialogue between Chancellor Gilliam and the distinguished Reverend Andrew Young—civil rights leader, former Mayor of Atlanta and former Ambassador to the United Nations—as part of the inaugural … Continue reading This Week at UNCG

Who is Kamala Harris and Where Has She Been?

(Part 2 of a 2-Part Article) The vice-president was elected on January 20, 2021, alongside President Joe Biden. However, we have not seen much of her since. Veronica Glover Staff Writer Kamala Harris won the votes—and hearts— of many Americans with her passion and charisma throughout her campaign with the Democratic Party. She was placed on a very high pedestal and became the Golden Girl … Continue reading Who is Kamala Harris and Where Has She Been?

 The “Eat the Rich” Narrative: A Distraction

Zavia Pittman Staff Writer Recently, almost every streaming service is being bombarded with movies and series depicting the “Eat the Rich” narrative, where wealthy and out-of-touch individuals get their comeuppance (or at the very least are depicted in a horrible light). This storyline is not necessarily new, but there is much more demand for it as the wealth gap grows wider. We are in a … Continue reading  The “Eat the Rich” Narrative: A Distraction

THE KELCE BOWL

Ethan Engellau Sports, Editor Know your role and shut your mouth, you jabroni! Super Bowl LXII will see the first matchup in NFL history between brothers. Jason Kelce, who plays center for the Philadelphia Eagles, will square off against his brother Travis Kelce, the tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs. The postseason upsets were few and far between, resulting in each number one seed … Continue reading THE KELCE BOWL

Kubrick: Appreciating Brilliance 

Elizabeth “Eth” Hyman  Staff Writer Stanley Kubrick. If you don’t know the name, you are automatically behind. He is one of the greatest directors of the 20th century, with films that transcend horror into drama, and drama into horror, then takes whatever the hell that is, and then, like a genius, adds notes of comedy. No subject is too dangerous. Sex, death, crime, war, evil, … Continue reading Kubrick: Appreciating Brilliance 

Country Star Blake Shelton Partners to Save Music

Maggie Collins Editor, Arts and Entertainment Blake Shelton has announced a partnership with Propeller and Save the Music for his “Back to Honkey Tonk Tour.” Mr. Shelton will visit Greensboro on his tour at the Greensboro Coliseum on Feb. 23.  Save the Music is a nonprofit organization that aims to help students, schools and communities reach their full potential through the power of making music. … Continue reading Country Star Blake Shelton Partners to Save Music

“Stutz:” A Candid Documentary by Jonah Hill

Erin Yandell Senior Staff Writer It’s rare to discover a documentary that exhibits such simplicity yet is still extremely powerful in its message. In today’s world, therapy and mental health are becoming more commonplace and less stigmatized than in the past. Psychiatry is constantly developing new theories and methods attempting to solve the evolving problems of humans. Most people don’t share the reality of therapy, … Continue reading “Stutz:” A Candid Documentary by Jonah Hill

¡Lo Hice! I Did it!

By Samantha Galarza Caballero This article is the first part of a three-part series featuring selections from an English 101 project in which students were asked to explain how they came to be a student at UNCG. For all of the stories, visit the project’s webpage. My life has had its advantages and disadvantages. I have overcome many obstacles, internal and external, that I now … Continue reading ¡Lo Hice! I Did it!

Kadis Gift Establishes New Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies Professorship at UNCG

Jessi Rae Morton News Editor In a press release on Jan. 11, 2023, UNC Greensboro announced that the Dylan Rose Kadis and Eloise Hall Kadis Distinguished Professorship in Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) will be established with a gift from Claudia Kadis ‘65. The press release goes on to explain that this new professorship in WGSS is the fifth professorship created through Light the … Continue reading Kadis Gift Establishes New Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies Professorship at UNCG