Green Drinks: Prioritizing Environmental and Ecological Justice in Greensboro
Taylor Jones-Curtis Staff Writer “Close your eyes and imagine the environment you grew up in, hear the sounds, smell the aromas, really feel what it was like,” prompted Kathe Latham to the Sierra Club Ready for 100. Many people began with tales of running, hiking and climbing trees, but UNCG Alum Martrez Gay spun a tale of wide-open, litter-free fields and crisp, breathable air a … Continue reading Green Drinks: Prioritizing Environmental and Ecological Justice in Greensboro
Crossing Over: Film Screening
Quentin Merrit Staff Writer On June 16, 2017, the Trump administration announced that it intended to repeal the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or DACA for short. This action would not only be the beginning of a long battle to discover what is at the core of American values, but also a return to the fear that characterized an era where there were no protections … Continue reading Crossing Over: Film Screening
Breast Cancer Awareness
Rachel Spinella Staff Writer The start of October rings in Breast Cancer Awareness month. Breast Cancer Awareness month is an effort to bring awareness and to educate on symptoms as well as treatment regarding breast cancer. Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the breast. The cancer is most commonly diagnosed in women, however, men can also … Continue reading Breast Cancer Awareness
Shakori Hills: A Celebration of the Weird and Wonderful
Krysten Heberly Editor-in-Chief The first thing you notice when you walk through the gates of Shakori Hills are the smiles. Above the sounds of bluegrass from the Cabaret tent and the smell of sage wafting through the air, are the smiles being worn by festival-goers of all ages, races, and amounts of tie-dye. It is those enormous grins accompanied by a jovial, “Happy Shakori!” that … Continue reading Shakori Hills: A Celebration of the Weird and Wonderful
“STAR” Is Back for a Third Season!
Keia Harris AE Editor In September, FOX aired the third season of STAR, a show following a trio girl group based in Atlanta, and of course, we were all waiting to see the results of the many cliffhangers that ended season two. Last season, Lee Daniels had the audience asking who would be alive for the third season, as Alexandra Crane (played by Ryan … Continue reading “STAR” Is Back for a Third Season!
Venom is the Kind of Dumb Fun the World Needs Right Now
Brittney Bailey Staff Writer To put it simply, Venom is a hot mess, but I would recommend it to anyone. Though it’s messy and could do with some better writing, it is an incredibly fun movie which focuses on a villain instead of a superhero for once. The story follows an ex-reporter named Eddie Brock, played by Tom Hardy. In his attempt to bring down … Continue reading Venom is the Kind of Dumb Fun the World Needs Right Now
The Art of Teaching (Dance) Teachers to Teach
Eden Landgrover Staff Writer For any education major, the scholastic apex of your college experience will be student teaching. You’ve built up your pedagogical skills for three and a half obstacle-ridden years to finally get the opportunity to begin passing on your wisdom to the next generation. It’s the final step before getting your own classroom, having your own students and making your own rules. … Continue reading The Art of Teaching (Dance) Teachers to Teach
A Mardi Gras Experience in Greensboro
Keia Harris AE Editor As the fall season rolls in, we are all rushing to enjoy these last precious days of beautiful Carolina weather. If you’re like me, after all of that studying you’ll want to spend as much of your free time away from the books and find a new adventure downtown. If you enjoy a laid-back environment paired with the latest mainstream music … Continue reading A Mardi Gras Experience in Greensboro
Kanye West is Going Off the Rails
Trent Ryden Staff Writer Once again, the critically acclaimed and highly controversial superstar rapper Kanye West, who now identifies himself as “Ye” made headlines in regards to both his performances and his ranting on Saturday night on NBC’s Saturday Night Live. West, who is no stranger to controversy and upheaval, staged an impromptu rant going off on topics such as politics and the media, stating … Continue reading Kanye West is Going Off the Rails
The Poetry Café with Josephus Thomas III
Keia Harris AE Editor Last Friday night, Sept. 28, 2018, Josephus Thomas III performed a number of his original spoken words at The Poetry Café located on the second floor of Triad Stage in downtown Greensboro. Josephus has been performing his original spoken word pieces at The Poetry Café for over 10 years, and his experience is shown in his work. The night was intimate … Continue reading The Poetry Café with Josephus Thomas III
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