We should value history, not tear it down

Mark Parent Opinions Editor We don’t love our history anymore. It’s true. These days, we’re content to bask in the glories of our own moral superiority, while blithely criticizing the faults of our forefathers. You see, we’re told by many of our contemporaries — professors, politicians and know-it-all college students — that previous generations are backward and stupid. In fact, society tells us that we … Continue reading We should value history, not tear it down

America’s Wars: The War on Terror

Adam Griffin    Staff Writer The War on Terror is a war that has been going on for many years and has been in full swing since, at least, the attacks of September 11, 2001. Since then, America has been involved in nearly every Middle Eastern country and while the threat is, militarily speaking, the grounds for success or victory are illusory at best. The … Continue reading America’s Wars: The War on Terror

Echo Courts “No Damage”

Vincent Johnson       Staff Writer With a style that is reminiscent of legendary rock acts like the Beatles and the Rolling Stones, Echo Courts have managed to develop a sonic mural that sounds like a dream, a break-up and a trip to the beach all at once. Melodic, heartfelt and at times humorous, their style is a seamless blend between ‘60s rock ‘n’ … Continue reading Echo Courts “No Damage”

Horoscopes

Mary Windsor Staff Writer Aries March 21 – April 19 You will be much happier once you start keeping friends at a distance and quit trying to pursue romantic relationships with them. Some things are better left platonic. Trust me.. Taurus April 20 -May 20 When you love someone, they become your reason to be. So love yourself the most and spread it among everyone you … Continue reading Horoscopes

Tip Off for Intramural Basketball

Patrick O’Grady      Staff Writer If you were at the student recreation center this past week, you might have seen signups for the intramural basketball season taking place. This week sees the new crop of student officials getting both classroom training on the rules of the sport as well as game time experience with exhibition games. The intramural basketball season at UNCG is in … Continue reading Tip Off for Intramural Basketball

AfroPoP

Jamie Howell    Staff Writer     The documentary series “AfroPoP: the ultimate cultural exchange” began its eighth season this past Monday, Jan. 18 with an episode on immigration called “Days of Hope.” According to the PBS website, AfroPoP looks into the “life, art, and culture from the contemporary African Diaspora.” “The African Diaspora includes Africa, the Caribbean, Canada, South America, Europe, the U.S. and … Continue reading AfroPoP

Greenhill winter show

Alison McKane      Staff Writer From the beginning of December until the Jan. 15, 2016, Greenhill hosted its annual Winter Show. The exhibit showcased the work of over 120 artists from eight different categories: clay, books and fiber, glass, metal and jewelry, mixed media, painting, drawing and printmaking, photography and wood and sculpture. Erin Riggins, a graduate of UNCG, said that two of the … Continue reading Greenhill winter show

13 apps every college student should have

Tarlon Khoubyari          Staff Writer Truth is you probably won’t find a college student without a smartphone. We all use different applications that make our lives MUCH easier. Whether it’s for catching up on breaking news, study tools, or social media; college students are plugged in one way or another. Most college students have the typical social media platforms, dating apps, and … Continue reading 13 apps every college student should have

Spartan Sensibilities

Lauren Cherry      Copy Editor So can we just stop with the whole “slut shaming” thing? Let me be more specific since there seems to be a never-ending supply of this in the world. Today, of course, I’m referring to criticism of the singer Ciara and her attire at the College Football National Championship. To sing the national anthem, she chose to wear a … Continue reading Spartan Sensibilities

Board of Trustees: Make a decision on the Aycock Auditorium

The Editorial Staff For more than one year, students at UNC-Greensboro have been waiting on pins and needles for a resolution to the debate surrounding the name of the Aycock Auditorium, which currently bears the name of controversial former Gov. Charles B. Aycock. This debate, however, seems stuck in the mud of campus politics. In 2014, Chancellor Linda Brady created an ad hoc committee for … Continue reading Board of Trustees: Make a decision on the Aycock Auditorium