College: a haven for horrible hygiene

By John D. Harden, Staff Writer Published Oct. 29, 2014 Since arriving at UNCG, I’ve come to realize that some of the personal standards I thought everyone abided by are simply not universal.  And, of course, student hygiene epitomizes this violation; frankly, it seems that many students don’t even think about meeting this requirement. So, let’s jump into all of the problems that these students … Continue reading College: a haven for horrible hygiene

Here’s some advice: fix advising

By Ayana Bessard, Staff Writer Published Oct. 22, 2014 I just can’t understand why some UNCG students seem to be so apathetic when it comes to advising. It is simply astounding to me why students wouldn’t be enthusiastic about making progress towards getting that coveted college degree? Not to mention that you can your tailor graduation plan however you want, and plan for future semesters … Continue reading Here’s some advice: fix advising

You’re not living, if you’re not service learning

By Ayana Bessard, Staff Writer Published Oct. 8, 2014 If you’re one of the few at UNCG that has to take a Service-learning class (SVL), then you know how moving it can be to extend your education to the community. UNCG’s Service-learning website defines it as “a teaching method that links community action and academic study so that each strengthens the other.” And if completed … Continue reading You’re not living, if you’re not service learning

Let’s just say it. The caf is lying.

By Lauren Cherry, News Editor Published Oct. 8, 2014 Are you okay with someone else telling you how to spend your money? Well, apparently, UNCG Dining finds it perfectly acceptable to dictate how students are allowed to use their meal plans. A policy has been put in place to limit the amount of guests that a student can swipe into the dining hall. Students with … Continue reading Let’s just say it. The caf is lying.

It’s not hip to be a hipster

By John D. Harden, Staff Writer Published Oct. 8, 2014 Have you ever been on campus and noticed someone you just wish wasn’t there, or at least wasn’t acting the way they were? Honestly, we all have.  And a lot of the time, the person responsible for creating that inner-cringe is most likely a hipster. So let’s just say it.  It’s not cool to be … Continue reading It’s not hip to be a hipster

Racism in Washington

By Spencer Schneier, Staff Writer Published Oct. 8, 2014 Recently, The Carolinian’s Editor-in Chief Joseph Abraham addressed the controversy stemming from the Washington Redskins football team losing their trademark. In his column, Cup of Joe, he made the common appeal that because the name is offensive, it should be changed. While this argument works on some levels, it leaves itself open to the response that … Continue reading Racism in Washington

UNCG’s campus needs more hangout space

By Ayana Bessard, Staff Writer Published Oct. 1, 2014 When you live on campus, it’s extremely easy to find yourself bored. If you’re not in class, eating, or studying you’re probably watching TV or reading recycled tweets on Twitter. Thinking back to my underclassmen years, there were just too many days where I’d only have to leave my room to eat at the cafeteria. It … Continue reading UNCG’s campus needs more hangout space