Maggie Young News Editor In a unique turn of events, North Carolina’s Legislature introduced, discussed and passed a bill two weeks ago, on March 23, in a matter of hours. House Bill 2 (HB2), also known as “The Bathroom Bill,” was passed by all republicans present (three were excused absent) and 11 democrats during the special House session; when the bill reached the … Continue reading HB-2 under increased scrutiny
Naomi Thomas, a trail blazer by her own right, has brought a vessel for creativity, innovation, and technology for children to Greensboro. She is the current Google Student Ambassador for UNCG, has placed in many competitions nationwide, and is the President of STARS Computing Corps. Naomi is one of my personal mentors and continues to amaze me with her passion, dedication, and enthusiasm for STEM. … Continue reading Tech Entrepreneur Spotlight: Naomi Thomas
Maggie Young News Editor Margaret Spellings attended her first Board of Governors meetings as the new System president on Friday, March 4 at HBCU, Fayetteville State University. Over the past year students and faculty have been seen expressing their increasing disappointment in the UNC-System and their distrust for the Board of Governors; the majority of last year’s Board of Governors meetings experienced some degree … Continue reading Spelling at first BOG meeting
Daniel Bayer Staff Writer The Faculty Senate Committee on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, which addresses the implementation of university policy on increasing the representation of women and minorities among the faculty, conducted a panel discussion last Wednesday, March 16, seeking solutions to a lack of diversity among faculty on the UNC-Greensboro campus. Conducting the panel were faculty members Gerald Holmes, Jim Carmichael and Andrea … Continue reading Faculty Senate Committee tackles diversity
Jamie Howell Staff Writer On Friday, March 18, Dr. Saskia Van De Gevel gave a talk on some of the endangered tree species of North Carolina. Dr. Van De Gevel is a professor in the department of geography and planning at Appalachian state University and her talk included three case studies she’s been involved with in NC. Dr. Van De Gevel stated at the … Continue reading Appalachian State professor discusses endangered tree species of North Carolina
Zachary Weaver Staff Writer On Wednesday, March 16, President Barack Obama nominated Merrick Garland as his nominee for Supreme Court Justice to replace the departed Antonin Scalia. “No one is more qualified to serve the country right now in this critical role,” said Obama in a Facebook post. In his announcement speech Obama emphasized his confidence in both Garland’s career and character. He … Continue reading Supreme Court nomination sparks partisan controversy
Aden Hizkias Staff Writer Last Wednesday, March 16, Chancellor Franklin Gilliam announced that UNC-Greensboro will recognize the new Wellness Center as the Leonard J. Kaplan Center, which is located on 1301 W. Gate City Blvd. “The Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness will expand the opportunities for students, faculty and staff to engage and participate in active, healthy lifestyle behaviors,” said Dr. Jill Beville, … Continue reading New Wellness Center named after late Leonard Kaplan
Alison McKane Staff Writer On Friday, March 18, Ahmet Tanhan, a doctoral student at UNCG, hosted a photovoice event and discussion regarding UNCG Muslims’ concerns on campus. With over 110 people attending both the dinner and the exhibition between the three and a half hours in which the event took place, Tanhan considered it a definite success. In an excerpt Tanhan wrote prefacing … Continue reading Muslim Photovoice
Daniel Bayer Staff Writer The Greensboro City Council was informed at its meeting last Monday, March 14, that a Greensboro Police Department investigation found no evidence that racism was behind a pattern of racial disparities involving traffic stops in the city. The disparities were noted last year, prompting Police Chief Wayne Scott to begin an investigation and suspend traffic stops for minor equipment violations. … Continue reading Racism not factor in traffic stops, says Greensboro City Council
Zachary Weaver Staff Writer Numerous fights broke out during Gym-Jam, a charity dance, at UNCG’s Coleman Gym around 10:00 p.m. on Friday. The dance, co-sponsored by EBONY and Alpha Phi Alpha, was intended to raise money for Flint, Mich. It was held in Coleman Gym on UNCG campus, a building with a 180-person capacity. Two UNCG Police officers were present inside, accompanying … Continue reading Friday fights have UNCG talking
