Super Bowl Champions Philadelphia Eagles: The Underdogs with Confidence
Isaiah Saint Hilaire Staff Writer The Philadelphia Eagles have finally achieved what they have always yearned for since 1960. An NFL title! After almost a decade with NFC Championship game losses year after year, two different Super Bowl defeats in 1980 and 2004 and losing their starting quarterback Carson Wentz, finally the stars aligned to give the City of Brotherly Love the Lombardi trophy. It … Continue reading Super Bowl Champions Philadelphia Eagles: The Underdogs with Confidence
Tu B’Sh-what?
Shira Snyder Staff Writer Tu B’Shvat is a holiday that, for the most part, no one has ever heard of. “I don’t know what that is,” said UNCG psychology major and senior, Jesse Gonzalez-Parks, who, like most people, does not know that Tu B’Shvat is a Jewish holiday about celebrating the trees. To experience Tu B’Shvat myself, I went to the Tu B’Shvat celebration that … Continue reading Tu B’Sh-what?
Ai WeiWei’s “Human Flow”
Abbigaile Gustafson Staff Writer People in life jackets; hundreds of orange life jackets, crammed into unstable boats, could be seen in the distance from the Grecian shore, anxiously waiting to come into contact with land. Watching this series of events unfold within the first few minutes of the film, the scenario became clear: these are refugees. The people of many nations, languages, religions and ages … Continue reading Ai WeiWei’s “Human Flow”
Disney in a Day
Rebecca Pearce Staff Writer Disney is a brand and company that has amassed a popular following across America and the globe. In recognizing Disney’s popularity, UNCG’s CAP (Campus Activities Board), hosted “Disney Day” on Saturday, bringing together fanatics for a fun night of snacks, trivia and a showing of the movie “Moana.” While this event was being hosted by CAP as a campus organization, program … Continue reading Disney in a Day
Do We Need Flu Shots?
Kaetlyn Dembkoski Staff Writer The winter months are in full swing right now, and the chances of getting sick are at their highest. As a precaution, our doctors and medical advisors have always told us to get our flu shots to prevent sickness from spreading. However, the question arises: how effective is the flu shot in preventing sickness? In many cases, we hear about people … Continue reading Do We Need Flu Shots?
Carolinian Podcasts: Superbowl Sizeup
Tripp, Daniel and Andrew talk speculation about the Super Bowl and the Patriot’s winning legacy. Continue reading Carolinian Podcasts: Superbowl Sizeup
Review: Tennis Packs the Cat’s Cradle
James Ross Kiefer, Editor-in-Chief Great fashion, big hair and exuberant sexuality was in the air Saturday night at The Cat’s Cradle. Indie darlings Tennis and Overcoats managed to attract a sold out crowd to the intimately sized venue, each offering a playful set of dancy and soulful songs. Nestled off Main St. in the hip and docile Carrboro, North Carolina, it’s easy to completely gloss … Continue reading Review: Tennis Packs the Cat’s Cradle
Former Michigan State and USA Gymnastics team physician sentenced to 175 years
Madison Hoffmann News Editor Larry Nassar, former world-renowned sports physician for the United States Gymnastics and Michigan State University, is facing charges of up to 175 years in jail after sexually abusing more than 150 women and girls over the past two decades. Over a seven day stent in Lansing, Michigan, 156 victims spoke directly to Nassar and the judge in court, telling similar experiences … Continue reading Former Michigan State and USA Gymnastics team physician sentenced to 175 years
UNCG pairs up with Rockingham Community College
Kevin Lui Staff Writer UNCG announced a new co-admission agreement with Rockingham Community College to improve degree completion and student success. Students can now experience success with improved access to undergraduate education resources, university facilities and support systems. The new UNCG-RCC “Spartan Passage” partnership is significant; it impacts the rural community by allowing transfer students to access and complete their baccalaureate degrees regardless of location. … Continue reading UNCG pairs up with Rockingham Community College
‘Pam’s Great Gatsby’: A View Into An Upper Class Celebration
Sam Haw Staff Writer With the Oscars just around the corner and “Paddington 2” getting stellar reviews, it seems like accolades are being handed out to just about everyone. But, for local independent films, reality is a little bit different. Exhibition and promotion can be tricky on a small budget, especially with all the competition around this time of year. Luckily, many spots around Greensboro … Continue reading ‘Pam’s Great Gatsby’: A View Into An Upper Class Celebration
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