‘Baggage Claims’: Newest Weatherspoon Exhibit Tackles All of Life’s Baggage
Danielle Anderson Staff Writer “Baggage Claims”, a new exhibit at UNCG’s own Weatherspoon Art Museum, featuring various works by 17 international artists, opened on Jan. 27. The collection seeks to explain the way in which literal baggage – a suitcase, for example, packed for travel – as well as figurative baggage – emotions, thoughts, memories and experiences – influence our daily lives. The weekend of … Continue reading ‘Baggage Claims’: Newest Weatherspoon Exhibit Tackles All of Life’s Baggage
Club Sports Take Over the EUC
Chelsea McBay Staff Writer Thursday was a productive day for club sports. Many of them had their tables set up in the EUC in the afternoon. Many clubs sent representatives, like club women’s rugby and club fencing, among others. During the day, women’s club rugby President Ashley Hodges spoke on the club and the upcoming season. Reflecting on last season, Ashley said that they, “had … Continue reading Club Sports Take Over the EUC
Women’s march anniversary
MaryKent Wolff Staff Writer People all over the world attended marches for the advancement of women’s rights on Jan. 20 and 21 on the one-year anniversary of the 2017 Women’s March. The 2017 Women’s March was held in Washington D.C. following President Donald Trump’s inauguration. The protest was the largest single-day protest in U.S. history. Worldwide, it is estimated that the various women’s marches drew … Continue reading Women’s march anniversary
A Hard Look on the Government Shutdown
Chris Funchess Advertising Sales Manager The most pressing news story over the past couple weeks has been the government shutdown and its evolution from a looming possibility, to its political inevitability, followed by the grinding gridlock and its hastily crafted end. The bill to end the government shut down, signed by President Trump in Monday’s waning hours will fund the government until Feb. 8 – … Continue reading A Hard Look on the Government Shutdown
Scup?
Madison Owen Staff Writer Most Greensboro locals know about Scuppernong, an independent bookstore in downtown Greensboro. It has a lot of cultural value, offers community events and serves coffee (as well as wine for those over 21). Scuppernong is nearing the fifth anniversary since its opening, and its owners, Brian Lampkin and Nancy Hoffmann, seem only excited for the bookstore’s future. While speaking to Lampkin, … Continue reading Scup?
North Carolina Sports Beat
Brayden Stamps Staff Writer The Greensboro Swarm had an up and down week finishing 1-2 this past week. The Swarm began their 3 game road trip with a heartbreaking two point loss to the Lakeland Magic (G-League affiliate of the Orlando Magic) 114-116. The Swarm followed that with a 10 point loss to the Maine Red Claws (G-League affiliate of the Boston Celtics) on Thursday … Continue reading North Carolina Sports Beat
Café the Cat’s Meow
Rebecca Pearce Staff Writer As a college student, incorporating new activities to de-stress from the bustle of college routine can be difficult and even become a great hassle at times. A wonderful solution, however, is located just up the street in downtown Greensboro. The Crooked Tail Cat Café, offers the perfect way to relax with a satisfying beverage and a few warm, cozy kitties. The … Continue reading Café the Cat’s Meow
Let’s Talk Vaginas: Understanding the Impact of UNCG’s ‘Vagina Monologues’
Jessica Clifford Arts & Entertainment Editor With the Hallmark card holiday sewn into the month of February, the V-Day Campaign and its annual support of “The Vagina Monologues,” tends to be overlooked. However, the UNCG cast of the sixth production on campus, since its reintroduction, view the Monologues as more than a quirky show that repeats the word vagina – instead, they view it as … Continue reading Let’s Talk Vaginas: Understanding the Impact of UNCG’s ‘Vagina Monologues’
Putting the 2017 Panthers Season to Sleep
Isaiah Saint Hilaire Staff Writer When we look back at the Carolina Panthers’ 2017-18 NFL season, we find that there were many things they could have done differently to be successful and possibly take the place of the Philadelphia Eagles’ in the Super Bowl. What some fans do not realize is the true reasoning behind the Panthers’ mediocre, but playoff-caliber season. It begins and ends … Continue reading Putting the 2017 Panthers Season to Sleep
The Bias Against Teenagers
Brianna Wilson Staff Writer All too often we hear people comment about how awful they think teenagers are. As a future high school English teacher, I know this reality all too well. Whenever I mention my chosen career path, the first thing I hear is, “Why would you want to do that to yourself?” People always talk about how they could never work with teenagers, … Continue reading The Bias Against Teenagers
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