UNC Greensboro Community Reacts to Program Cuts
Sophia Sousa News Writer Image courtesy of UNCG On Feb. 1, UNC Greensboro Chancellor Franklin D. Gilliam, Jr., announced his decisions on which programs he would cut following initial recommendations from Provost Dr. Debbie Storrs. You can find the list of programs here. UNC Greensboro will discontinue 20 programs despite ongoing pushback from both faculty and staff. All indications are that students registered in the … Continue reading UNC Greensboro Community Reacts to Program Cuts
It’s Time to Make Over the Movie Makeover Trope
Bronwen K. Bradshaw Features Writer Image courtesy of Caitlin Wolper, Medium.com The stereotypical movie makeover montage was enthralling to me growing up. I remember watching Miss Congeniality with my mom, with Sandra Bullock’s Gracie walking out of her makeover as “Mustang Sally” played over her transformation. Clueless featured Cher and Dion giving Tai, the new girl in school, a full-fledged girly look. These scenes aren’t … Continue reading It’s Time to Make Over the Movie Makeover Trope
A Week of Weatherspoon
Anabel Rattray Artwork images from Weatherspoon Art Museum database; self-portraits courtesy of author Fashion exists at the crossroads of art and life. The self-expression inherent to making art becomes even more potent, obvious, and chic through fashion. Think of almost everyone you have met: your friends, family, classmates. Then think of the clothes they wear. Are they similar to yours? Are they different? You can … Continue reading A Week of Weatherspoon
Congratulating E. Jean Carroll: A Rallying Cry
Elizabeth Hyman Staff Writer Image courtesy Reuters/Brendan Mcdermid Last Friday, one woman did the impossible. She held her attacker, the ex-president, accountable for a grave assault on her mind, body, and soul that has plagued her since 1996. A jury of her peers awarded E. Jean Carroll, the plaintiff in a rape case against former president Donald Trump, $83.3 million as they held Trump liable … Continue reading Congratulating E. Jean Carroll: A Rallying Cry
UNC Greensboro Chancellor Announces APR Decisions Amid Continued Controversy
Aidan Van Nynatten News Writer Image courtesy UNCG The UNCG Academic Program Review (APR), now close to a year and a half in the making, has been at the center of campus activities and discussion since the UNC Greensboro Chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) and the Bunsis Report about the university’s budget pushed it to the forefront during the Fall 2023 … Continue reading UNC Greensboro Chancellor Announces APR Decisions Amid Continued Controversy
From Your Valentine: A Retelling of the Romantic Holiday
Bronwen K. Bradshaw Features Writer Image courtesy of Fototeca Gilardi/Getty Images Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Flowers and heart-shaped boxes filled with delicious chocolates have been hitting grocery store shelves for weeks. Dinner reservations have been placed for the relationship-driven holiday. As I get ready for my own Valentine’s Day, I wondered about the holiday’s true history. Is there actually more to it … Continue reading From Your Valentine: A Retelling of the Romantic Holiday
What Really Is Peak TV?
Veronica Glover Senior Staff Writer James Gandolfini as Tony Soprano. Image courtesy HBO The Golden Age of Television, the period from roughly 1948 to 1959, has been recognized as one of the most important TV eras in the U.S. The early period featured many live broadcasts, including the anthology drama Kraft Television Theatre, which ran from 1947 to 1958. Another anthology drama, Playhouse 90, … Continue reading What Really Is Peak TV?
January UNCG Sports Roundup
Carolinian Staff UNCG sports have been busy since our last article before the winter break, so here are a few highlights of what’s happened since our previous issue. Continue reading January UNCG Sports Roundup
Library Renovation Project to Commence in Spring 2025
Aidan Van Nynatten News Writer The UNCG Library and the McIver statue on a summer day. Photo credit: UNCG Whether you have a favorite quiet study spot or a preferred room for group meetings, or you just like to browse the shelves for a good read, the upcoming renovations to Jackson Library will affect all students. The project is scheduled to commence in the Spring … Continue reading Library Renovation Project to Commence in Spring 2025
Why is Bad News Good News?
By Bronwen K. Bradshaw Features Writer Image credit: zharate1/depositphotos.com Why are we, as Americans, addicted to media coverage of violence and corruption? We can’t turn on the news or scroll through X without stumbling upon a horrific event. These stories are often stressful, so why do we continue to watch them? Why is bad news considered good news in terms of popularity? Many journalists mention … Continue reading Why is Bad News Good News?
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