Jack Payton & Zachary Weaver Staff Writer and News Editor In the wake of the Presidential election, protests have taken place across the nation in response to Trump’s victory in the electoral race, lasting five days and showing no signs of slowing, in a size and scope unprecedented since the election of Abraham Lincoln. Protests have occurred in Los Angeles, Portland, and even at … Continue reading Anti-Trump protests at UNCG and nationwide
Zachary Weaver Staff Writer Jeff Shafer will take over as UNCG’s communications leader in Monday, November 28, bringing with him experience from Lenovo, North Carolina Central University, and UNC Chapel Hill. “UNC Greensboro has a tremendous story to tell; incredible students, a world-class faculty, innovative programs and a bold vision for the future,” UNCG Chancellor Franklin Gilliam stated, as quoted in a UNCG News … Continue reading New UNCG Communications Leader talks background, goals
Antonio Alamillo Staff Writer President-Elect Donald Trump (R) delivered a victory speech on Wednesday, November 9 after defeating Hillary Clinton (D) in the presidential election. Clinton, along with President Obama, also delivered remarks about her loss. In his victory speech, Trump thanked everyone who contributed to the success of his campaign and spoke of his plans to unite Americans from different backgrounds and improve … Continue reading Obama, Trump, Clinton Speak on the Election
Sarah Kate Purnell Staff Writer On Tuesday, Nov. 8, the UNCG Student Government Association met in the EUC Maple Room to discuss the UNCG Sales institute, SGA constitution changes, and recent meetings with university officials. To start the night, UNCG Bryan School professor and head creator and founder of UNCG’s Sales Institute, John Chapman, gave a special presentation for the members of SGA. The presentation … Continue reading SGA meeting sells audience on new programs
Daniel Bayer Staff Writer GREENSBORO – The 16th Annual NC Master’s & PhD Career Fair will be held Thursday at the Friday Center in Chapel Hill from 12 to 4 p.m., with dozens of employers on hand to answer questions from advanced degree and postdoc students who are no more than two years from graduation. The career fair is sponsored by UNCG, UNC-Chapel Hill, … Continue reading Job fair offers opportunities to students
Jayce Shore Staff Writer UNCG ranked 59 out of 150 universities on the Military Times ‘Best for Vets 2017’ list, nine slots higher than previous years and fourth highest among NC universities and colleges. UNCG Veterans Resource Center Coordinator Brad Wrenn spoke on the center, expressing thanks for support given by UNCG administration. The center is a space which allows veteran students a place … Continue reading UNCG ranks 59th Best for Vets
Maryam Mohamed Staff Writer Greensboro, as well as other parts of North Carolina, held their early voting period on October 20 to November 5. The Kaplan Wellness & Recreation center, located on UNCG campus, served as an early voting precinct on those designated days. Guilford county voters casted approximately 168,720 ballots, which represented around 46.2 percent of the county’s voters, according to the NC … Continue reading Greensboro Early Voting
Zachary Weaver News Editor The Greater Glenwood Neighborhood Association (GGNA) met on Thursday, November 3 to discuss the bond referendum and improvements to Steelman Park. Kristin Cooper delivered the treasurer’s report, stating that the recent Fall Festival was costly, but worth it for the community outreach. Secretary Beth Thomas’s report on the Fall Festival echoed Cooper, reiterating that the cost was justified by community … Continue reading GGNA discusses bond referendum, Steelman Park improvements
Jack Payton Staff Writer The UNCG Faculty Senate met on November 2 to discuss visions for the remaining fall semester and the months beyond, wanting to ensure the senate get a “picture as the year rolls along.” The primary focus was communication, with a “development of forums” being planned upon for the faculty’s use in discussing the new policy changes and strategic plan, as … Continue reading Faculty Senate meets to discuss Gen Ed changes, performance review
Maryam Mohamed Staff Writer On West Gate City Boulevard, UNCG is currently undergoing a vast expansion of Spartan Village. Expected to open prior to the 2017 fall semester, the project will contain two new residence halls and 26,000 square feet of retail space, costing roughly $50.9 million to complete. All establishments will be locally owned and operated. “It’s a way to bring the neighborhood … Continue reading Spartan Village Expansion
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