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Second Presidential Debate continues conflict between the candidates

Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer   Presidential candidates Hillary Clinton (D) and Donald Trump (D) took the debate stage on Sunday, October 9, discussing foreign policy, scandals, and healthcare.   The candidates refused to shake hands with one another, which foreshadowed the debate’s tone.   Anderson Cooper did not hesitate to ask Trump about his controversial Access Hollywood comments, particularly misogynistic comments toward women.   … Continue reading Second Presidential Debate continues conflict between the candidates

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NC House of Representatives election candidates for Guilford County

Sarah Kate Purnell   Staff Writer   Guilford County’s presence in the NC House of Representatives will be under six districts this election cycle, with some incumbents running unopposed.   Unopposed incumbent Pricey Harrison’s (D-57) tenure began in 2005, and has been serving in the position for 11 years. Harrison received her Bachelor’s Degree from Duke University, and her J.D. from UNC-Chapel Hill School of … Continue reading NC House of Representatives election candidates for Guilford County

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SGA Senate discusses new bill, student misconduct

Jayce Shore   Staff Writer   The UNCG Student Government Association (SGA) met on Tuesday, October 11 to discuss a new bill as well as student misconduct. The meeting officially opened with a moment of silence for Austin May, a former senior in Kinesiology who died in a car crash last weekend. A vigil was held last Wednesday to honor his life. Counselors are available … Continue reading SGA Senate discusses new bill, student misconduct

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Clinton, Trump differ widely on policy

  Daniel Bayer  Staff Writer   GREENSBORO – In the midst of a presidential campaign dominated by controversy, it’s easy to forget that the two candidates actually have detailed positions on the issues on their websites. Below are the positions of the two candidates in a side-by-side comparison aimed at helping student voters.   National Security: Both Trump and Clinton support defeating ISIS and other … Continue reading Clinton, Trump differ widely on policy

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UNCG installs Chancellor Gilliam.

  Daniel Bayer   Staff Writer   GREENSBORO – Newly-installed UNCG Chancellor Dr. Franklin Gilliam promised to strengthen the school’s ties to the Greensboro community and build upon its traditions and history in a speech following his investiture ceremony on Friday, October 7.   The ceremony was held in the UNCG Auditorium and broadcast simultaneously on the university’s internal TV network.   “I’ve spent the … Continue reading UNCG installs Chancellor Gilliam.

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Faculty Senate discusses policy on Title IX, tenure

  Jack Payton   Staff Writer The UNCG Faculty Senate met on October 5 to discuss new policy, including Title IX, grants and tenure. The meeting opened with remarks from Faculty Senate Chair Dr. Anne Wallace, who hoped that the Senate would be able to address the priorities before them and determine the best way to move forward. Wallace stated that their “continuing work today … Continue reading Faculty Senate discusses policy on Title IX, tenure

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Najla Said’s “Palestine”

Catie Byrne and Emily Moser Staff Writers How do you identify yourself? How do others identify you? Who are you?             These difficult questions were addressed in the 2016, Keker First Year Common Read, “Looking for Palestine: Growing up Confused in an Arab-American Family,” by Najla Said.                 And on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at noon, Said met for a private, intimate lunch in Cone … Continue reading Najla Said’s “Palestine”

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Decade by decade: Weatherspoon Art Museum

Nikki Yopp   Staff Writer Gregory Ivy is not a name that most UNCG students will recognize; but it is an important one regardless. Ivy is important, because he founded the Weatherspoon Art Museum, and helped to transform UNCG into one that truly appreciated art and talent. Ivy’s dedication to art, as well as many others, can be seen through the “Decade by Decade: Art … Continue reading Decade by decade: Weatherspoon Art Museum

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IGS leads conversation about “Looking for Palestine”

Jamie Biggs   Staff Writer On Tuesday, Oct. 4, students and faculty gathered inside UNCG’s Faculty Center to take part in an event presented by the International and Global Studies department.            These events produced by IGS are referred to as Global Spotlights. Aptly named, they work to shine a light on different global issues. This particular event focused on the book: “Looking for Palestine” by … Continue reading IGS leads conversation about “Looking for Palestine”

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