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TEDx: Discussing A Culture That Breeds Sexual Misconduct

Lauren Summers Staff Writer In recent times, allegations of sexual harassment, assault and rape have become a topic of increased discussion in the media. This past Wednesday at 6 p.m., a TEDx Salon event was held in downtown Greensboro at Triad Stage, to discuss the ways popular culture breeds sexual misconduct. The event, which was an independently organized TED event, was sponsored by TEDx Greensboro. … Continue reading TEDx: Discussing A Culture That Breeds Sexual Misconduct

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Scup?

Madison Owen Staff Writer Most Greensboro locals know about Scuppernong, an independent bookstore in downtown Greensboro. It has a lot of cultural value, offers community events and serves coffee (as well as wine for those over 21). Scuppernong is nearing the fifth anniversary since its opening, and its owners, Brian Lampkin and Nancy Hoffmann, seem only excited for the bookstore’s future. While speaking to Lampkin, … Continue reading Scup?

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Café the Cat’s Meow

Rebecca Pearce Staff Writer As a college student, incorporating new activities to de-stress from the bustle of college routine can be difficult and even become a great hassle at times. A wonderful solution, however, is located just up the street in downtown Greensboro. The Crooked Tail Cat Café, offers the perfect way to relax with a satisfying beverage and a few warm, cozy kitties. The … Continue reading Café the Cat’s Meow

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Jazz it Up

Benjamin Pulgar-Guzman Staff Writer I tucked in my chair in the dimly lit dining room. Glorious chandeliers hung above our heads as the three musicians shuffled about, ready to go back out onto the small corner stage. “Before you all go back out there, what do you guys think about the trajectory of music today?” I asked, sliding my bookbag on my back. Mark laughed … Continue reading Jazz it Up

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Personal, Comfortable and Classy: Old Town Draught House

Benjamin Pulgar-Guzman Staff Writer Alternative rock music played amid the many conversations that fluttered the pub. Laughter filled the bar from corner to corner as food and beer filled the many stomachs. Old Town Draught House was busy as the bar sat customers from end to end,  ready to celebrate its annual launch party. Old Town Draught House stands firm off Spring Garden between the … Continue reading Personal, Comfortable and Classy: Old Town Draught House

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These Podcasts Have Consumed My Life

Jamal Sykes Staff Writer Podcasts are not a new form of media; however they have gained a lot of popularity throughout 2017 due their accessibility and variety in content. You can find podcasts of every genre and niche hobby, and you can enjoy them while working on assignments, hitting the gym, cleaning up your place or commuting. For the best listening experience, I suggest finding … Continue reading These Podcasts Have Consumed My Life

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Wrangler Pop-up Event Goes Off in Downtown Greensboro

Rebecca Pearce Staff Writer In December 2017, the renowned jeans brand, Wrangler, opened up a new North Carolina location in the heart of downtown Greensboro. On Monday from 4-6 p.m., Wrangler decided to kick off the new store and year by hosting a free live music event. The event, which was sponsored by the record label, The Culture Pushers, hosted a variety of different performers, … Continue reading Wrangler Pop-up Event Goes Off in Downtown Greensboro

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“Imperialism and the Indigenous Isichapuitu”: Depictions through Sculpture

Benjamin Pulgar-Guzman Staff Writer “Isichapuitu” lies in Gallery 6 in the Weatherspoon Art Museum. The ceramic figures sit in the middle of the room yet their presence seems to fill the gallery in its entirety. With eloquent intensity, artist Kukuli Velarde presents anyone whose eyes meet the piece with questions concerning the history and consequences between the indigenous Huastec people of Mexico and their imperialistic … Continue reading “Imperialism and the Indigenous Isichapuitu”: Depictions through Sculpture

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Play Pinball, Post A Selfie

Jamal Sykes Staff Writer Photo credit: Jamal Sykes   (Updated On: January: 23, 2018) It’s a new year, and that means a new year of resolutions. The typical promises people make for themselves are to lose weight or to spend less money. Conventional, these resolutions are echoed every January. A new and challenging resolution one may want to consider adding to their list, however, would … Continue reading Play Pinball, Post A Selfie

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10 Steps a Better 2018

Rachel Funk Staff Writer For many people, 2017 was not the best year in the world. Luckily, a brand-new year represents a clean slate to many. We can start a new year as not necessarily a completely new version of ourselves but with the potential to be the best version of ourselves that we can be. Change takes time, and hard work. The positive changes … Continue reading 10 Steps a Better 2018

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