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Democratic VP Candidate Tim Kaine welcomed and criticized by both sides of the aisle

  Zachary Weaver  Staff Writer   On Friday, July 22 Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton announced Virginia Senator Tim Kaine as her Vice Presidential running mate for the 2016 election. “He is qualified to step into this job and lead on day one,” Clinton said in her speech at the Florida International University announcing Kaine, “and he is a progressive who likes to get things … Continue reading Democratic VP Candidate Tim Kaine welcomed and criticized by both sides of the aisle

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Career Service Center to host 2016 Fall Career Fair

Robin Taylor   Staff Writer The Career Service Center (CSC) will hold UNCG’s Fall Career Fair on Wednesday, September 28, showcasing employers for full-time jobs, internship opportunities, and graduate schools.   The Career Fair has been held in the Elliott University Center in past years, but in it’s new location the Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness has more room for employers.   “There will … Continue reading Career Service Center to host 2016 Fall Career Fair

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Outdoor Adventures offers more climbing, trips for students

Ryan Campbell   Staff Writer The Outdoor Adventures program’s recent move to the Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness has allowed more student opportunities despite dropoffs in trip signups.      Over the summer, the Outdoor Adventures program moved from the Student Recreation Center to the new Kaplan Center on Gate City Boulevard.   Assistant Director of Recreation and Wellness Mike Ackerman said that they benefit … Continue reading Outdoor Adventures offers more climbing, trips for students

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UNC Board of Governors discuss semester goals

  Sarah Kate Purnell   Staff Writer The UNC Board of Governors (BoG) monthly meeting took place on Friday, September 9, and discussed new goals and business.   Held in Chapel Hill’s C.S.L.D Building, the meeting began with committee reports from Walter C. Dravenport on Audit Risk Management and Compliance. “The committee approved the following definition of economic impact: Universities have an impact on state … Continue reading UNC Board of Governors discuss semester goals

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Greensboro City Council Meeting discusses housing court case, honors staff members

  Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer On Tuesday  September 5, the Greensboro City Council discussed recognition of exceptional members and scrutinized a pending court case on housing.   “The city of Greensboro was the first city in North Carolina to receive the certificate of achievement award in 1975 and we have done so for 41 consecutive years,” Greensboro finance director Rick Lusk stated. “This award … Continue reading Greensboro City Council Meeting discusses housing court case, honors staff members

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SGA puts student interests first

Daniel Bayer  Staff Writer GREENSBORO – UNCG Student Government Association (SGA) President Joseph Graham has a small office in the Elliott University Center, but his position as head of the executive branch of the university’s student government carries big responsibilities.   “In this session, I want to be more of a problem-solving body,” Graham commented about the association’s role in dealing with student concerns, including … Continue reading SGA puts student interests first

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Hurricane Hermine aftermath leaves costly damages in NC

Linda Cheng Staff Writer Hurricane Hermine swept through North Carolina late Friday and early Saturday with light damage.   Bridges were closed in the Outer Banks as the storm’s center moved out of the state, over the Atlantic Ocean.   Two vehicle collisions in Dare County, one of them fatal, prompted authorities to close the U.S. 64 bridge over the Alligator River and Virginia Dare … Continue reading Hurricane Hermine aftermath leaves costly damages in NC

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Mike Pence holds Winston-Salem rally to support Trump

Zachary Weaver   News Editor Republican Presidential Candidate Mike Pence led a campaign rally at Winston-Salem’s Millennium Center on Tuesday, August 30 to speak on his and Trump’s campaign goals. Pence was introduced by Ted Budd, a Republican Congressional candidate for North Carolina’s 13th district. “I appreciate Ted’s introduction,” Pence began, “but the one I prefer is a little shorter. I’m a Christian, a conservative, … Continue reading Mike Pence holds Winston-Salem rally to support Trump

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Faculty Senate discusses peer review program, issues and concerns for new semester

Sarah Kate Purnell   Staff Writer On August 31, 2016 the UNCG Faculty Senate kicked off their first semester meeting with discussions of the coming academic year. The meeting opened with a speech from UNCG Chancellor Franklin D Gilliam Jr. Gilliam allotted 15-20 minutes for the senate members to express questions and concerns openly. Questions pertaining to budget and change within the new academic year … Continue reading Faculty Senate discusses peer review program, issues and concerns for new semester

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Office of Intercultural Engagement offers opportunities for conversations and dialogue

Ryan Campbell   Staff Writer GREENSBORO- The Office of Intercultural Engagement (OIE) epitomizes The University of North Carolina at Greensboro’s (UNCG) commitment to promoting conversations about diversity, inclusivity, cultural and ethnic sensitivity, and community engagement. Located on the Elliott University Center’s ground floor, the OIE is dedicated to helping students maximize production in a diverse, modern day work environment. The OIE achieves its ends by … Continue reading Office of Intercultural Engagement offers opportunities for conversations and dialogue

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