Column: Two Worlds of Sport – Part II
Douglas BurnsStaff Writer Sports in the United States, typically, do not denote who you are going to vote for as a citizen. They also don’t denote how typically wealthy you are, either. In Scotland, this is just not the case. The following is not an exact science and should not be taken as such; it is simply my point of view. Another disclaimer I must … Continue reading Column: Two Worlds of Sport – Part II
New Black Math
Henry MorfeldStaff Writer On Monday, Jan. 28, UNCG held a short reading event called “New Black Math,” written by Suzan-Lori Parks and performed by The Vanguard Artists of Color in the Taylor Studio in Taylor Theatre. The production was directed by Nachela Knox and featured De’Ron Robertson, Adrian Allen, Aniah Brown, Brynne Coleman, Jasmine Fuchs, Kelvin Jones, Jasmine Marshall and Jalen Walker as performers. “New … Continue reading New Black Math
UNCG’s Fraternity and Sorority Life
Meagan BessStaff Writer UNCG’s Fraternity & Sorority Life is open to full-time undergraduate students with a minimum of 12 credit hours, and at least a 2.55 GPA. The most recent recruitment just occurred from January 28 to February 2. During the recruitment period, students were able to meet five fraternities of the InterFraternity Council. Our campus’ sororities and fraternities provide students with service, scholarship and … Continue reading UNCG’s Fraternity and Sorority Life
On the Road as a Student-Athlete
Alexis PitchfordStaff Writer Part of the stereotypical perspectives of student-athletes are that we either don’t go to class or don’t do our homework. People perceive us as focusing more on the athlete part of our lives than the student part. During last weekend’s road trip to Johnson City and Chattanooga to play East Tennessee State and Chattanooga, respectively, a city local asked me, “What is … Continue reading On the Road as a Student-Athlete
Soft News is not Bad News
Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Keeping yourself updated on current events is an integral part of being a well-rounded and educated person, which most strive to be. Whether it be politics or scientific accomplishments, information is being presented to us nonstop in our current age. One cannot even catch their breath without breaking news flooding their timelines and blowing up their phone. Of course, it is … Continue reading Soft News is not Bad News
Ilyasah Shabazz Speaks on Dr. King’s Legacy
Gabrielle LoweryStaff Writer On Jan. 23, just a few days before the start of Black History month, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University welcomed keynote speaker Ilyasah Shabazz, the daughter of Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz, to the UNCG auditorium for the seventh annual joint celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The night was … Continue reading Ilyasah Shabazz Speaks on Dr. King’s Legacy
U.S. to Begin Blocking Asylum Seekers from Entering Across Mexican Border
Tyra HilliardStaff Writer The Trump administration has announced its plan to start blocking a relatively small number of asylum seekers from using the San Ysidro border to enter the United States. The blockade is only the beginning of finding locations to turn away immigrants applying for refugee or asylum status. Introduced by Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen during the final month of 2018 and in … Continue reading U.S. to Begin Blocking Asylum Seekers from Entering Across Mexican Border
The Punisher: Season 2
Alfonzo Rodriguez Staff Writer Frank Castle is finally back, in the Netflix original “Marvel’s The Punisher.” Jon Bernthal returns as the titular anti-hero bringing lots of mayhem to television screens. Taking place a year after the events of the first season, we find Castle living a more laid back life, after smashing his best friend turned enemy Billy Russo’s face into oblivion. Unfortunately for Frank, … Continue reading The Punisher: Season 2
UNCG Women’s Basketball: Spartans Beat Western Carolina in Lone Game of the Week
Andrew SalmonSports Editor Nadine Soliman recorded a 24/12 double-double, Te’ja Twitty added 16 points and UNCG (8-12, 2-3 SoCon) led for the final 39 minutes of the game as they cruised past Western Carolina (4-16, 0-5 SoCon) at Fleming Gym on Saturday, 71-59. After previously losing six of their last seven games, it was a much-needed win for a Spartan team that has struggled to … Continue reading UNCG Women’s Basketball: Spartans Beat Western Carolina in Lone Game of the Week
UNCG Basketball Defeats The Citadel and Mercer, Continues Five-Game Win Streak
Chelsea McBayStaff Writer Last Thursday, UNCG Men’s Basketball (19-3, 8-1 SoCon) faced off against The Citadel (10-10, 2-7 SoCon) at the Greensboro Coliseum. Coming off of a three-game win streak after their ugly loss to Wofford a few weeks ago, UNCG needed a good game to keep the momentum going. That is exactly what they did, beating The Citadel 83-60. It was a competitive opening … Continue reading UNCG Basketball Defeats The Citadel and Mercer, Continues Five-Game Win Streak
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