Category: News

News, Uncategorized

Greensboro City Council discusses peace festivals, hate speech

Jayce Shore  Staff Writer On October 18, 2016, the Greensboro City Council convened to discuss resolutions on solidarity and hate speech in Greensboro. The session began with a resolution to recognize the 150th year anniversary of Saint Matthews United Methodist Church in Warnersville. The church has the distinction of being the oldest and largest African-American church in the Western North Carolina Conference. The church was … Continue reading Greensboro City Council discusses peace festivals, hate speech

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
News, Uncategorized

Donald Trump rallies in Greensboro, discusses plans and controversies

Zachary Weaver   News Editor Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump held a campaign rally in Greensboro on Friday, October 14, discussing foreign policy, his economic plans, Democratic Candidate Hillary Clinton, and his sexual assault allegations. The rally was held at the White Oaks Amphitheater, the same venue President Obama spoke at on October 11. Trump began by offering condolences for Hurricane Matthew’s destruction in North … Continue reading Donald Trump rallies in Greensboro, discusses plans and controversies

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
News, Uncategorized

2016 Vice Presidential Debate

  Jack Payton   Staff Writer   The first and only vice-presidential debate 2016 was held on October 4 at Longwood University in Farmville, Virginia, and was hosted by Elaine Quijano. The night was marked by Senator Tim Kaine (D)’s interruptive attacks on Donald Trump and Governor Mike Pence (R)’s taciturn counters. The two candidates were posed the first question: what qualifications did they have, … Continue reading 2016 Vice Presidential Debate

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
News, Uncategorized

City Council Meets to discuss resolutions

Linda Cheng   Staff Writer The Greensboro City Council met on Tuesday, October 4 to discuss resolutions on community planning and organizational recognition A moment of silence was held for Mandy Ward, a lead advocate of the Greensboro Child Response Initiative, which helped more than 10,000 impoverished children and families. Ward leaves in her absence a baby girl, and many other friends and family.   … Continue reading City Council Meets to discuss resolutions

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
News, Uncategorized

Second Presidential Debate continues conflict between the candidates

Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer   Presidential candidates Hillary Clinton (D) and Donald Trump (D) took the debate stage on Sunday, October 9, discussing foreign policy, scandals, and healthcare.   The candidates refused to shake hands with one another, which foreshadowed the debate’s tone.   Anderson Cooper did not hesitate to ask Trump about his controversial Access Hollywood comments, particularly misogynistic comments toward women.   … Continue reading Second Presidential Debate continues conflict between the candidates

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
News, Uncategorized

NC House of Representatives election candidates for Guilford County

Sarah Kate Purnell   Staff Writer   Guilford County’s presence in the NC House of Representatives will be under six districts this election cycle, with some incumbents running unopposed.   Unopposed incumbent Pricey Harrison’s (D-57) tenure began in 2005, and has been serving in the position for 11 years. Harrison received her Bachelor’s Degree from Duke University, and her J.D. from UNC-Chapel Hill School of … Continue reading NC House of Representatives election candidates for Guilford County

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
News, Uncategorized

SGA Senate discusses new bill, student misconduct

Jayce Shore   Staff Writer   The UNCG Student Government Association (SGA) met on Tuesday, October 11 to discuss a new bill as well as student misconduct. The meeting officially opened with a moment of silence for Austin May, a former senior in Kinesiology who died in a car crash last weekend. A vigil was held last Wednesday to honor his life. Counselors are available … Continue reading SGA Senate discusses new bill, student misconduct

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
News, Uncategorized

Clinton, Trump differ widely on policy

  Daniel Bayer  Staff Writer   GREENSBORO – In the midst of a presidential campaign dominated by controversy, it’s easy to forget that the two candidates actually have detailed positions on the issues on their websites. Below are the positions of the two candidates in a side-by-side comparison aimed at helping student voters.   National Security: Both Trump and Clinton support defeating ISIS and other … Continue reading Clinton, Trump differ widely on policy

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
News, Uncategorized

UNCG installs Chancellor Gilliam.

  Daniel Bayer   Staff Writer   GREENSBORO – Newly-installed UNCG Chancellor Dr. Franklin Gilliam promised to strengthen the school’s ties to the Greensboro community and build upon its traditions and history in a speech following his investiture ceremony on Friday, October 7.   The ceremony was held in the UNCG Auditorium and broadcast simultaneously on the university’s internal TV network.   “I’ve spent the … Continue reading UNCG installs Chancellor Gilliam.

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
News, Uncategorized

Faculty Senate discusses policy on Title IX, tenure

  Jack Payton   Staff Writer The UNCG Faculty Senate met on October 5 to discuss new policy, including Title IX, grants and tenure. The meeting opened with remarks from Faculty Senate Chair Dr. Anne Wallace, who hoped that the Senate would be able to address the priorities before them and determine the best way to move forward. Wallace stated that their “continuing work today … Continue reading Faculty Senate discusses policy on Title IX, tenure

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment