Second Annual “Walk to the Polls” aims to stop voter apathy

By Molly Ashline, Staff Writer Published in print Nov.5, 2014 On October 29, a conglomerate of members from various campus and community groups marched to the Guilford Courthouse, carrying signs and shouting chants intermittently, to cast their early votes for the November 4 elections in the second annual Walk to the Polls event organized by the UNCG Democrats. The democrats were joined by representatives from … Continue reading Second Annual “Walk to the Polls” aims to stop voter apathy

Campus report

By Emily Bruzzo, Staff Writer Published in print Nov.5, 2014 This Wednesday faculty senators are meeting in the Virginia Dare Room to discuss various issues, including a resolution submitted by Faculty Senator Susan Dennison calling for “a comprehensive review of the campus culture and decision making process.” Possible subject matter to be discussed includes the scandal surrounding the terminations and arrests of three former UNCG … Continue reading Campus report

Panel informs students on sweatshop dangers

By Molly Ashline, Staff Writer Published in print Nov.5, 2014 Students gathered in Graham on Tuesday, October 28, to hear from a diverse panel of professors and student leaders about the nuanced complexities of sweatshops and the people who work in them. The purpose of the panel was not only derived from a need to inform students about the horrors of the sweatshop environment, but … Continue reading Panel informs students on sweatshop dangers

Aycock Auditorium may be getting a new name soon

By Molly Ashline, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 29, 2014 The opinions surrounding the Aycock auditorium may soon become more serious. Aycock Auditorium was named for Governor Charles B. Aycock who served in office from 1901-1905. He earned this monument of legacy by expanding education within the state of North Carolina, but his name faces removal because his views on race. In modern terms, … Continue reading Aycock Auditorium may be getting a new name soon

NC Student Power Union walks out to protest

By Andrea Picou, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 29, 2014 A series of protests organized by NC Student Power Union took place at UNC-Greensboro, UNC-Chapel Hill UNC-Charlotte and N.C. State. UNC-Greensboro had a walkout at 1 p.m. on Friday, and students converged on the EUC lawn to voice their concerns. Protesters were encouraged to skip class, or ‘walkout’ in protest of the recent direction … Continue reading NC Student Power Union walks out to protest

Senatorial candidates Kay Hagan and Thom Tillis state their positions

By Emily Bruzzo, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 29, 2014 With Election Day just around the corner, North Carolinians are wondering whom they can trust in this brutal senatorial race between the incumbent, Democratic Sen. Kay Hagan, and her adversary, Republican Speaker of the North Carolina House of Representatives Thom Tillis. In an election that is arguably the most costly in the country, with … Continue reading Senatorial candidates Kay Hagan and Thom Tillis state their positions

Stop Mass Incarceration Network protests

Cakalak Thunder band marches while holding up signs in protest of police brutality. (above) By Rebecca Harrelson, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 29, 2014 Tuesday, October 21 there was a rally encompassing all different kinds, walks of life and stories to be shared. About 40 people came out to the Stop Mass Incarceration , Police Accountability, Community, Safety and Healing Initiative March which was … Continue reading Stop Mass Incarceration Network protests

NC Candidate Forums

By Michaela Cleveland, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 22, 2014 On Thursday, October 16, UNCG served as host to North Carolina Senate, House of Representatives and United States House of Representatives Candidate Forum. Beginning with an edition of the national anthem from the Spartan Chariots, the forum began with an introduction of the moderator, explanation of the rules, and introduction of the candidates running … Continue reading NC Candidate Forums

Monument Quilt Movement

By Molly Ashline, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 22, 2014 A college campus is a place that is not new to the problem of sexual assault. Recently, programs like BRAVE, Haven and Sexual Assault Awareness Week have been implemented not only to quell incidents of sexual assault on campus, but also to change the culture of making victims of sexual assault pariahs in many … Continue reading Monument Quilt Movement

Calls for Honorary Degree nominations

By Lauren Cherry, News Editor Published in print Oct. 22, 2014 Chancellor Linda Brady invites rising seniors to submit nominations for honorary degrees by Monday, November 3. UNC Greensboro awards honorary degrees for the following reasons: “To recognize individuals who demonstrate extraordinary achievement over their entire scholarly or artistic careers or who have performed distinguished public service in their lifetime; To recognize excellence in the … Continue reading Calls for Honorary Degree nominations