UNCG Volleyball Takes Down Samford!
Sergio Guerra, Photographer/Sports Editor UNCG Volleyball had a busy weekend at home where they were faced with the challenging visits of Mercer and Samford. Two teams with an impressive SoCon record with no signs of wanting to lose momentum. The first challenge came on Oct. 18, when the Spartans had to take down Mercer, a team who had only suffered one defeat going into this … Continue reading UNCG Volleyball Takes Down Samford!
Early Voting for the General Election Has Started
Imani Tailley, News Writer Election Day is on Nov. 5, 2024, and with it many major choices will be made. These decisions will impact you, the people you know, and the world around us for years. There are many ways to make sure your opinions and feelings are heard this election season; one of those ways is through early voting. 46 states in the United States … Continue reading Early Voting for the General Election Has Started
Terrifier 3 is a visual delight – but not much else
Ginny Weaver This spooky season, iconic villain Art the Clown tries to get into the Christmas spirit but slips on a blood-soaked banana peel in the writer’s room. Damien Leone’s Terrifier 3 self-consciously erects itself as part of the lineage of classic slashers, yet the dominance of its influences disembowels the film and jeopardizes the future of its franchise. As the third entry in an … Continue reading Terrifier 3 is a visual delight – but not much else
Booktok is Not Ruining the Reading Experience
Karis Hudgins You’ve probably walked into a Barnes & Noble and seen the brightly lit section labeled “BookTok” displaying books by authors such as Colleen Hoover, Emily Henry, and Sarah J. Mass. But what is BookTok? BookTok is the term used to describe a community on TikTok that revolves around reading books. Despite it’s growing popularity, critics often voice concern that BookTok has “ruined the … Continue reading Booktok is Not Ruining the Reading Experience
A New Start for Summer Ranson
Crystal Thompson, Features Editor About a month ago, The Carolinian featured a story about Foster Forward, a UNCG organization aiming to provide a system of support for students who’ve aged out of foster care. Summer Ranson is the vice president and has a unique, complex experience. She was fortunate enough to not age out but was still part of the system. “I intended to age … Continue reading A New Start for Summer Ranson
One Direction Star: Liam Payne Dead at 31
Bronwen K Bradshaw, Arts & Entertainment Editor (Image from USA Today) 31-year-old English singer-songwriter Liam Payne died Wednesday, Oct. 16, after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he was staying with his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy. Police say they discovered Payne after receiving a distressing call from the hotel staff. According to CNN’s report on the matter, in the … Continue reading One Direction Star: Liam Payne Dead at 31
UNCG Women’s Soccer Shuts Out Wofford on Senior Day
Brandon Vestri, Senior Staff Writer On Sunday, Oct. 6, UNCG’s Spartans faced off against the Wofford Bulldogs at home. Coming off a big shutout win against Chattanooga last time out, and with the day being Senior Sunday, anticipation was high for the Spartans. Before the game, players, coaches, and the crowd stood together in a brief and meaningful moment of silence in honor of the … Continue reading UNCG Women’s Soccer Shuts Out Wofford on Senior Day
One Way Traffic for Visitors on Homecoming Weekend
Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer UNCG Women’s Volleyball faced Wofford on Oct. 4 to kick off Homecoming weekend. The match honored UNCG Volleyball alumni and had an attendance of 802. A victory was surely in the mind of all UNCG students, alumni, and players, but the game did not go as planned: UNCG failed to find their footing throughout the whole match. It was a commanding … Continue reading One Way Traffic for Visitors on Homecoming Weekend
No Freedom in Free Speech
by Lauren Fletcher As much as universities may encourage the right to expression, not all campuses are as welcoming to free speech as they often portray. One aspect of higher education I’ve always considered is the desire to be challenged and to learn beyond what you believe. With political polarization at its highest, freedom of speech and expression on college campuses falls under a microscope. … Continue reading No Freedom in Free Speech
How Spartans Can Contribute to Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts
Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor Hurricane Helene moved through the Carolinas on the night of Sept. 26 and into the following day, resulting in extensive flooding and storm damage. Some of the most devastated areas are in western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee. The UNC Greensboro community includes many people from western North Carolina, and we also have friends, family, and colleagues in affected areas. … Continue reading How Spartans Can Contribute to Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts
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