Diving deep into Debt
Gabrielle Lowery Staff Writer Often, it can feel as if your education is bringing you a life raft, and drowning you with debt all at the same time. Unfortunately, this floundering seems to be the norm, with nearly 71 percent of college students graduating with loan debt that we unfortunately have to pay back. This often leaves students with a dilemma: is it better to … Continue reading Diving deep into Debt
Healthy Does It…
Megan PociaskStaff Writer With the increasing awareness of the necessity of overall health among college students, more and more roads to receiving that help are becoming available. However, though these resources are prevalent on many campuses such as our own, it is unclear if students are using those resources to their advantage. The UNC-Greensboro Counseling Center has a large professional staff that are ready to … Continue reading Healthy Does It…
The UNCG Sinfonia
Ashley AllenStaff Writer The UNCG symphonic group, Sinfonia, performed a professional and elegant display of talent on Feb. 26th. In the School of Music Recital Hall, the group performed pieces such as Antonia Vivaldi’s, “Il Teuzzone’ Sinfonia, RV 736,” and Howard Hanson’s Rhythmic Variations on Two Ancient Hymns. Sinfonia is a strings performance group comprised of both music majors and non-music majors. The group is … Continue reading The UNCG Sinfonia
Julian Creech-Pritchett Creech Two-Track Preview
Krysten HeberlyEditor-in-Chief On March 1, local Greensboro singer-songwriter Julian Creech-Pritchett will be releasing two new singles in preparation for his album, “Live in North Carolina.” The songs are titled “All the Way” and “Siren Song.” The first release, “Siren Song,” is a slightly more up-tempo track, describing the singer’s encounter with a Siren, and his debating about whether her love is worth his demise. Accompanied … Continue reading Julian Creech-Pritchett Creech Two-Track Preview
Habitat’s Women Build 2019 Registration Opens March 1
Habitat for Humanity of Alamance CountyPress Release (Burlington NC, Feb 28, 2019) During the month of May, women from across Alamance County are once again invited to make a difference in this community and build a house with a Habitat family in need of decent, affordable housing. The Women Build program is part of a nationwide effort by Habitat affiliates to challenge women from all … Continue reading Habitat’s Women Build 2019 Registration Opens March 1
An Evening with the Queens
Gabrielle Lowery Staff Writer On Saturday, Feb. 23, UNCG presented its third annual drag show in the Cone Ballroom of the Elliott University Center. Queens were brought directly from students’ TVs to the campus, as contestants from Rupaul’s drag race sashayed, danced and worked the runway. They gave life to the many students in attendance. Guest host Miss Kitty Litter kept the crowd laughing with … Continue reading An Evening with the Queens
Poet Lindsay Bernal at Scuppernong Books
Megan PociaskStaff Writer Author and poet Lindsay Bernal stopped by Scuppernong Books on Wednesday, Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. to read a few pieces from her latest publication, “What It Doesn’t Have to Do With.” Lindsay Bernal holds an M.F.A. in Poetry from the University of Maryland and her latest book was selected by poet Paul Guest as a winner of the 2017 National Poetry … Continue reading Poet Lindsay Bernal at Scuppernong Books
Exploring Black History By Celebrating Freedom Through Poetry
Meagan BessStaff Writer Sometimes, the best way to express hopes, dreams and tragedy is through poetry. The Office of Intercultural Engagement and UNCG’s poetry group, Articulate, collaborated and presented “Celebrating Freedom Through Poetry” on Thursday, Feb. 21 in the Ferguson Auditorium. What is the significance behind the name for this occasion? Creator of Articulate Honora Ankong shared that, “The event last night was created as … Continue reading Exploring Black History By Celebrating Freedom Through Poetry
Interested in Studying Abroad?
Rachel SpinellaFeatures Editor Are you interested in studying abroad? UNCG offers a variety of study abroad programs for many different majors throughout spring, fall and occasionally summer semesters. Study abroad offers a more hands-on experience compared to what a student learns in a single classroom. Study abroad is a great way to immerse yourself in another country’s culture, customs, traditions and language. According to http://www.nafsa.org, … Continue reading Interested in Studying Abroad?
NC Sports Beat
Brayden StampsStaff Writer The Charlotte Hornets finished with a 1-1 record over the week to maintain the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference as well as first place in the Southeastern Division. After defeating the Washington Wizards on Thursday night, the Hornets were forced to play a back to back against the Brooklyn Nets on Friday where they fell short. The 117-115 … Continue reading NC Sports Beat
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