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Features

Study Conducted at UNCG Claims High Number of Students deal with Homelessness

Kathleen Estrada Staff Writer On February 4th, 2020 the UNCG’s twitter page posted a link to an article titled “Number of Homeless Students Rises to New High, Report Says”with the caption, “The number of homeless students has risen to a new high, according to a report from @UNCG ‘s National Center for Homeless Education.”  While it seemed like the article was initially a study done … Continue reading Study Conducted at UNCG Claims High Number of Students deal with Homelessness

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Features, Human Interest

Get to Know Student Journalist Hannah Larson

Megan Pociask Features Editor University of North Carolina at Greensboro sophomore, Hannah Larson, knows just how important it is to be able to speak your mind.  Freedom of expression is a theme clearly important to Larson, who is hard at work pursuing an English degree with a minor in Dance.  However, Larson’s pursuits don’t stop there – many readers of the university paper might be … Continue reading Get to Know Student Journalist Hannah Larson

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Community, Features

Local Organization Teaches Community about Healthy Relationships

Sydney Thompson Staff Writer On Monday Feb 10, the front hallway of the Elliot University Center was dominated by pink tables and several free goodies and activities for passerby students and faculty. Next to the Starbucks was a large sheet of paper that students were encouraged to sign. In doing so, they would promise to be kind to their romantic partners and to only stay … Continue reading Local Organization Teaches Community about Healthy Relationships

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Features

Stress Management Support Group at UNCG

McKenzie CampbellStaff Writer The schoolwork continues to pile up. The papers keep coming, the work is never-ending and your social life may seem nonexistent. These factors can cause stress for any student, and with stress comes the anxiety that can sometimes feel like it’s slowly eating away at your mental health.  Unfortunately, students are not always aware of how to properly cope with stress. Trying … Continue reading Stress Management Support Group at UNCG

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Features

Moving Experiences

Hannah LarsonStaff Writer Moving can be scary and intimidating. It may feel like you must start over, start from scratch, rebuild your life. It is overwhelming for anyone no matter what age. In the article, “How Many Times Does the Average Person Move,” an individual can move up to 11.7 times in their lifetime. It’s a crazy number to think about especially when paired with … Continue reading Moving Experiences

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Features, News

Why Are Teenagers Reading Less?

Hannah LarsonStaff Writer It may come as no surprise, but teenagers have begun to read less compared to past generations. There are many factors to consider, however, the most important would be how the progression of technology has taken control of our daily lives.  According to an article, Teens Today Spend More Time on Digital Media, Less Time Reading, only 20% of teenagers read books … Continue reading Why Are Teenagers Reading Less?

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Features

One on One & Group Counseling Available at Student Health Center

Kathleen EstradaStaff Writer Have you or someone you know been a victim of a violent situation? Have you or someone you know wanted to seek help? Did you know that on the Ground floor of the Student Health Services building there is a space dedicated to victims of violence? Well there is! The space is called “Campus Violence Response Center” or CVRC. It’s a completely … Continue reading One on One & Group Counseling Available at Student Health Center

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Features

Campus Greensboro Wants to help UNCG Students Find Their Way

Mckenzie CampbellStaff Writer It’s a new year. The semester has only just kicked off, but summer break is slowly creeping up. While the long-awaited break is sometimes spent vacationing on beaches, or hiking across rough terrain, it’s also a good opportunity to be productive professionally to gain lasting experience for the future through internships and Campus Greensboro is willing to help. The Campus Greensboro Program … Continue reading Campus Greensboro Wants to help UNCG Students Find Their Way

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Features

Study Abroad Preparedness

Gabrielle LoweryStaff Writer The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is home to the international programs center that has several study abroad advisors to help guide students through the study abroad process, so they never feel alone or too confused.  First, students should visit  UNCG’s study abroad site, which offers a list of programs for your major. These programs have been curated to help students … Continue reading Study Abroad Preparedness

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Features

UNCG Students and Staff Donate Blood

Sydney ThompsonStaff Writer On Wednesday, January 29, the Cone Ballroom of the Elliot University Center was set aside for the American Heart Association. Students and staff were encouraged to participate in the event and donate blood.  “Donating blood is always a great way [to help],” said Ashley Wiley, a student volunteer at the event. “Especially because some people don’t realize that you don’t just save … Continue reading UNCG Students and Staff Donate Blood

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