By John D. Harden, Staff Writer Published Sep. 24, 2014 There are many options for transportation facing students on campus, but it seems that the most popular is always the bike. The obvious advantages to cycling on or off campus, however, should not take away from the unfortunate outliers that set negative stereotypes in motion. Of course, the majority of student cyclists are courteous, and … Continue reading A message to bikers: you’re annoying
By Ayana Bessard, Staff Writer Published Sep. 24, 2014 Sitting on over 200 acres of land, UNCG is known for its tailored green lawns and beautiful architecture. Students from all over the country are drawn to our university’s amazing campus. So when asked the age-old question “why did you come to UNCG” is asked, many people say that the attractiveness of the campus played a … Continue reading The “G” is for gorgeous
By Jacob Peller, Staff Writer Published Sep. 24, 2014 You’ve seen us around; we’re racing downhill, cutting around corners and feeling the breeze. We’re the ones on wheels. You can catch us on bikes, scooters, skateboards and even roller blades on occasion as we ride down the roads of UNCG. Yet, there are many people who choose to walk to class every day. So the … Continue reading If you ain’t wheelin’, you ain’t dealin’
By Sophia Lucente, A&E Editor Published Sep. 24, 2014 Unless you were in Vegas this past weekend, you probably missed out on the fakest, most overblown musical event of the year. Never fear – there is a place to fill you in on what you missed: your local Top 40 radio station. The MGM Grand Garden Arena and its adjoining “Resorts Village” hosted internet platform … Continue reading I really don’t “heart” radio
By Ayana Bessard, Staff Writer Published Sep. 17, 2014 Of the 12 different places on campus to eat from, only four are open after 8 p.m. during the week. The four are Bojangles, Pizza Hut/Taco Bell/Wing Street, Subway, and…Subway. Why we have two Subways on campus is beyond me. When Spartan Village was being built, students were extremely anxious to find out what new dining … Continue reading Another stupid subway?
By John D. Harden, Staff Writer Published Sep. 17, 2014 UNCG’s newest eyesore, the pedestrian underpass, is yet another example of the misappropriation of funds by UNCG’s administration. As many of you know, the underpass, which is now connecting campus to Lee Street, does only more to heighten the senses of anxiety and discomfort to the localized student body. And for many of you wondering … Continue reading Tunnel vision
By Jacob Peller, Staff Writer Published Sep. 17, 2014 Technology is amazing, it has turned some of the most difficult challenges the human race has faced into mere trivialities. The fact that I can send a message to someone across the world in mere seconds is nothing short of miraculous. By all rights, the ability to stay in constant communication with anyone is great, right? … Continue reading Social mediocrity
By Jacob Peller, Staff Writer Published Sep. 10, 2014 I, like many of you, came to college because I was told that it would open the floodgates to many new skills and opportunities. Of course, college’s sole goal isn’t to simply broaden your interests. Instead, it’s meant to train you for specific fields of work. For instance, you may have an interest in science that … Continue reading Screw you, “broaden your horizons”
By Mark Parent, Opinions Editor Published Sep. 10, 2014 Okay, the honeymoon is officially over. I’m willing to bet that after raging nonstop during the first week, it’s become really clear that college is pretty freaking cool. Yet, as the weeks have carried on you’ve probably come to the realization that it isn’t all rainbows, butterflies and giggles either. Now, let me be clear, I’m … Continue reading 4 things that piss me off
By Ayana Bessard, Staff Writer Published Sep. 3, 2014 Parking at UNCG. We all hate it. Yet, the administration does nothing to make it more inexpensive and easier on the thousands of students who live on campus and rely on the designated lots on campus to get to class on time. According to the US News profile of UNCG, only 30 percent of our 14,674 … Continue reading The parking problem
