Imagine Dragon’s “Evolve” – Album Review
Matthew Paterson Staff Writer Imagine Dragons finally released their third studio album, “Evolve,” on June 23, ending their year-long hiatus. 2016 was filled with a few sporadic performances by the group, and several minor songs released on the soundtracks to a few major motion pictures like such as “Me Before You,” “Suicide Squad” and “Passengers.” Aside from that, Imagine Dragonsdecided to take a step back … Continue reading Imagine Dragon’s “Evolve” – Album Review
America the Beautiful?
Brianna Wilson Staff Writer Reciting the Pledge of Allegiance is one of the first things we learn to do in school. We continue to recite that pledge every single school day until we graduate from high school. Every day we stand, place our hands on our hearts and speak those all too familiar words. According to the Oxford English Dictionary, allegiance is defined as loyalty … Continue reading America the Beautiful?
E3 Robotics
Catie Byrne Features Editor When most people think of the science, technology, engineering and math fields known as STEM, they think of science labs, math equations and nerds in thick-rimmed glasses. What may not necessarily come to mind, is the field of robotics. An interdisciplinary field, robotics combines skills from science, math, engineering and technology to build machines that can be used for fun purposes … Continue reading E3 Robotics
Appalachian Summer Festival
Jamal Sykes Staff Writer Expanding the boundaries of preservation and advancing visual and performing arts, the Appalachian Summer Festival began in 1984 at Appalachian State University as a showcase for chamber music. Now in its 33rd year, the Appalachian Summer Festival has become one of the biggest festivals in the Southeast United States. The festival has been featured in the New York Times’ “Summer Stages” … Continue reading Appalachian Summer Festival
An Uninspiring Victory: NBA Finals Recap
Andrew James Staff Writer All the way through, the 2016-17 NBA year was one of frustration for most of us. The regular season was a showcase for the extreme competitive disparity that has long plagued the league, now more-so than ever, and the playoffs once again were marred by key injuries. It seemed that the NBA Finals were a better time than any to bounce … Continue reading An Uninspiring Victory: NBA Finals Recap
Binge Worthy Sports TV Shows/Miniseries
Daniel Johnson Sports Editor It’s summer and you’re and bored. The answer to this problem is simple: turn on Netflix, or go on your laptop and binge watch a series to kill some time in the day. Sports has the ability to entertain use on the field for a few hours in a day. But there are a few shows and miniseries that can continue … Continue reading Binge Worthy Sports TV Shows/Miniseries
Pros and Cons of Playing Madden By Yourself
Daniel Johnson Sports Editor Well it is summer time, meaning all the time that was once committed to study groups and deciding whether or not a twenty page packet is worth printing, can now be spent relaxing on a humid day in my room and plugging in Madden football. Find yourself a friend, plug in two controllers and see which one of you will be … Continue reading Pros and Cons of Playing Madden By Yourself
Compulsory Military Requirements Fight Freedom – Not Protect It
Brianna Wilson Staff Writer National military service requirements consists of compulsory enlistment of people into the military where the individuals are given no choice in their enlistment. They are prevalent in countries all over the world. Sixty-one countries have some length of required military service for the male population. Some countries require it of the female population as well. Proponents of mandatory military service have … Continue reading Compulsory Military Requirements Fight Freedom – Not Protect It
Songs: Molina – A Memorial Electric Co. at the Motorco Music Hall
Emily Cramton Staff Writer On Wednesday, June 21, a small tour comprised of members of the original Magnolia Electric Co. will be stopping by the Motorco Music Hall in Durham for a memorial concert. Performing from Jason Molina’s extensive musical catalogue, the tour coincides with the release of Molina’s authorized biography. Jason Molina was an American musician based out of Ohio, and he came into … Continue reading Songs: Molina – A Memorial Electric Co. at the Motorco Music Hall
Artist, Todd Drake: Making Strides with Human Rights
Jessica Clifford Staff Writer “None of us are free if one of us is in chains,” is a statement with triple importance to UNCG alumni, Todd Drake. It stands for one of the most important pieces of information Drake has learned so far in his career, it refers to the essence of democracy, and one of his few lovely tattoo ideas for the near future. … Continue reading Artist, Todd Drake: Making Strides with Human Rights
