Arts Grant Awarded to Guilford County Schools
Peyton Upchurch Staff Writer This year, the Kennedy Center and National School Boards Association’s (NSBA) 2018 award was bestowed upon Guilford County Schools. Every year, these two organizations unite to select a school district deserving of their Award for Arts Education Leadership. The recipient of this award is chosen annually and is a public school district that has excelled in its promotion of arts-based learning … Continue reading Arts Grant Awarded to Guilford County Schools
I believe Dr. Ford
Bruce Case Staff Writer With the advent of the #MeToo movement, more and more women are feeling empowered to come forward with sexual assault and rape allegations. The movement actually started in 2006 by activist Tarana Burke. However, it really took traction last year when actress Alyssa Milano used it in a tweet urging women to come forward with their stories, propelling the hashtag #metoo. … Continue reading I believe Dr. Ford
J.K. Rowling is lazy, not inclusive
Sarah Grace Goolden Opinions Editor J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series, is back at it again. On her latest take to Twitter, she informed us of a secret she’s been sitting on for “around twenty years.” Lord Voldemort’s snake Nagini is actually a woman cursed to the confines of a serpent. In the upcoming sequel to “Fantastic Beasts,” she is going to be … Continue reading J.K. Rowling is lazy, not inclusive
Following Backlash From the Public, Online Retailer Pulls Sexy ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ Costume
Rejani King Staff Writer Lingerie retailer Yandy showcased a Halloween costume of a mistress with a “sexy” twist, directly referencing the hit Hulu series, ‘The Handmaid’s Tale,’ based on Margaret Atwood’s best-selling novel. The costume was immediately met with backlash and criticism from the public because of what it represented. On Yandy’s website, there is a photo of the model wearing the costume, which consists … Continue reading Following Backlash From the Public, Online Retailer Pulls Sexy ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ Costume
In-State College Football Recap: Week Five
Andrew Salmon Sports Editor The North Carolina Tar Heels kicked off last week’s action with a trip down to southern Florida to take on the 16th ranked Miami Hurricanes. Things started off somewhat promisingly for the struggling Tar Heels, with North Carolina only being down by four points at the end of the first quarter. However, quarterback Chazz Surratt, who showed some explosiveness on the … Continue reading In-State College Football Recap: Week Five
UNCG Men’s Soccer Surpasses the Campbell Camels
Alexis Pitchford Staff Writer UNCG has been known for coming up with upset wins, and on last Tuesday night, the Spartans notched another one. The Spartans cracked Campbell’s five-game winning streak with a thrilling 2-1 overtime victory. The opening frame of the match consisted of tough defense, as the game remained scoreless at halftime. Faisal Almubaslat and Leeroy Maguraushe both had good looks at the … Continue reading UNCG Men’s Soccer Surpasses the Campbell Camels
Trusting The Process with Trina Patterson
Brayden Stamps Staff Writer This season, UNCG Women’s Basketball will have to endure a grueling non-conference schedule loaded with quality opponents. Head Coach Trina Patterson explained that her team’s goal is “to put ourselves in the position to win the SoCon Championship and in order to win championships you have to play teams that are champions or that have been there before.” “We have a … Continue reading Trusting The Process with Trina Patterson
iPhony
Ron de Varona Staff Writer New year, new iPhone. New year, new minor improvements with a bigger price tag. This includes all the improvements that could have been implemented to begin with, I might add. The first generation iPhone was released on June 29, 2007. It was groundbreaking technology with a triple-layered touchscreen. When it was released, everyone swarmed to it because OH MY GOD … Continue reading iPhony
MLB Playoff Preview
Dillon Overby Staff Writer The MLB playoffs and World Series are upon us once again, and this year promises to be a classic in terms of great baseball play. The surprising Atlanta Braves and Oakland Athletics are in the postseason field and look to cap off a remarkable season. The Athletics will have to beat the Yankees first, which will prove to be a tough … Continue reading MLB Playoff Preview
A Hard-fought Defeat For UNCG Rugby
Douglas Burns (@DougieJournalis) Staff Writer ELON, N.C. – Spartan Rugby headed to Elon to play the native Phoenix Rugby on Friday, September 28, to the backdrop of a beautiful late summer evening. The game ended in a decisive victory for Elon. However, UNCG still found hard and gave up no ground easily. There are several important things to note for UNCG Rugby that made their … Continue reading A Hard-fought Defeat For UNCG Rugby
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