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President Trump’s Immigration Outlook

Chris Funchess Advertising Sales Manager President Trump has made immigration reform a policy priority from his campaign announcement in June 2015. Building the wall has often taken center stage in Trumpian rhetoric; however, there is more to his policy than that simple slogan. President Trump has stated that his four priorities for immigration reform, an increasingly dire issue for Democrats as the DACA sunset is … Continue reading President Trump’s Immigration Outlook

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A spectrum of reactions from Trump’s State of the Union

Madison Hoffmann News Editor President Donald Trump delivered his first ever State of the Union address on Jan. 30 before the members of Congress, along with 45.6 million Americans viewing across 12 networks. A familiar pattern of reactions were recorded after the address with mostly praise from Republicans on the topic of economic policy, while a majority of Democrats say Trump’s speech further deepened the … Continue reading A spectrum of reactions from Trump’s State of the Union

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Brenda Tracy, rape survivor, visits UNCG

Madison Hoffmann News Editor Brenda Tracy stood confidently in front of the room, looking at the crowd of UNCG student-athletes sitting in front of her. “I am a nurse, I am a single mother and I am a survivor of rape here to tell my story,” said Tracy in a hushed but matter-of-fact tone. In 1998, Tracy was drugged and gang-raped by four men, two … Continue reading Brenda Tracy, rape survivor, visits UNCG

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UNC Board of Governors divided over healthcare partnership

MaryKent Wolff Staff Writer Tension is continuing to grow as the UNC Board of Governors (BOG) is divided over a proposed healthcare partnership between Carolinas HealthCare System and UNC Health Care. “This partnership will position UNC Health Care even better to reduce costs, improve patient outcomes and increase access to high quality care – especially in rural North Carolina,” said UNC Health Care in a … Continue reading UNC Board of Governors divided over healthcare partnership

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Black History Month at UNCG

Sarah Purnell Staff Writer The Office of Intercultural Engagement (OIE), Campus Activities & Programs (CAP) and The African American and African Diaspora Studies Program (AADS) created a schedule to celebrate Black History Month at UNCG throughout the month of February. “I am so thankful to celebrate Black History Month and attend the different events we will be having this month,” stated UNCG Student Body President … Continue reading Black History Month at UNCG

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Former Michigan State and USA Gymnastics team physician sentenced to 175 years

Madison Hoffmann News Editor Larry Nassar, former world-renowned sports physician for the United States Gymnastics and Michigan State University, is facing charges of up to 175 years in jail after sexually abusing more than 150 women and girls over the past two decades. Over a seven day stent in Lansing, Michigan, 156 victims spoke directly to Nassar and the judge in court, telling similar experiences … Continue reading Former Michigan State and USA Gymnastics team physician sentenced to 175 years

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UNCG pairs up with Rockingham Community College

Kevin Lui Staff Writer UNCG announced a new co-admission agreement with Rockingham Community College to improve degree completion and student success. Students can now experience success with improved access to undergraduate education resources, university facilities and support systems. The new UNCG-RCC “Spartan Passage” partnership is significant; it impacts the rural community by allowing transfer students to access and complete their baccalaureate degrees regardless of location. … Continue reading UNCG pairs up with Rockingham Community College

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SGA Meeting

Antonio Alamillo Staff Writer UNCG’s Student Government Association (SGA) convened on Jan. 23 to discuss the school’s organizations and upcoming events and to vote on two pertinent matters: the appointment of a senator and a bill concerning Spring 2018 elections. Following these issues, officers gave their weekly reports and reminders to the general body. The first topic on the night’s agenda was UNCG’s dining services. … Continue reading SGA Meeting

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Women’s march anniversary

MaryKent Wolff Staff Writer People all over the world attended marches for the advancement of women’s rights on Jan. 20 and 21 on the one-year anniversary of the 2017 Women’s March. The 2017 Women’s March was held in Washington D.C. following President Donald Trump’s inauguration. The protest was the largest single-day protest in U.S. history. Worldwide, it is estimated that the various women’s marches drew … Continue reading Women’s march anniversary

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A Hard Look on the Government Shutdown

Chris Funchess Advertising Sales Manager The most pressing news story over the past couple weeks has been the government shutdown and its evolution from a looming possibility, to its political inevitability, followed by the grinding gridlock and its hastily crafted end. The bill to end the government shut down, signed by President Trump in Monday’s waning hours will fund the government until Feb. 8 – … Continue reading A Hard Look on the Government Shutdown

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