The Way of Things: Why the Third Party Vote is a Sad Illusion
Dylan Hull Staff Writer This is an article I did not want to write. Like many Americans, I once felt that third party candidates deserve more attention in media and on the campaign trail. In this reality TV show of an election, third party voices in debates could highlight issues that neither major party candidate has touched on and find a wider audience. However … Continue reading The Way of Things: Why the Third Party Vote is a Sad Illusion
Student Art League: workshop on monotype printmaking
Emily Moser Staff Writer Have you ever heard of, made, or seen a monotype print? Maybe you are an expert; maybe you have absolutely no idea what it is; or, maybe you have heard of it, but never made one. Well, wherever you fall on that spectrum, I can guarantee that you have at least seen one, even unknowingly. Before Tuesday, Oct. 11, I fell … Continue reading Student Art League: workshop on monotype printmaking
President Obama rallies in Greensboro to support Clinton
Zachary Weaver News Editor President Barack Obama held a rally in Greensboro in support of Democratic Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton, speaking on his support for the former secretary of state, his criticism of Candidate Donald Trump, and the progress made in his terms. The rally was held at Greensboro Coliseum sub-venue White Oaks Amphitheater. “I want to begin by thanking everybody in North Carolina … Continue reading President Obama rallies in Greensboro to support Clinton
Women’s Soccer Weekend Recap
Patrick O’Grady Staff Writer Last Friday night, one goal was all that separated the UNCG women’s soccer team from victory on the road at East Tennessee State University. The goal from the Buccaneers of East Tennessee State came early in the match, just nine minutes in. The Blue and Gold held fast against the Buccaneer’s attacks for the remaining time of the game. … Continue reading Women’s Soccer Weekend Recap
Volleyball Sweeps in Return to Fleming
Bryan Davis Staff Writer The UNCG volleyball team played two conference games last week; one at home against the Furman Paladins on Wednesday night, and another on Saturday against the ETSU Buccaneers in Tennessee. The Spartans impressed with a sweep of the Paladins, but then fell short to the Buccaneers in another sweep. Game 1: UNCG vs. Furman The first game of … Continue reading Volleyball Sweeps in Return to Fleming
The Greatest Stress Reliever: Flag Football
Isaiah Saint Hilaire Staff Writer If you look out on the rec field Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday night over the past few weeks, you would notice that the flag football season is well underway. The sport’s generates enough signups to force teams to be split into three different leagues for the regular season. This week I had the chance to speak to some … Continue reading The Greatest Stress Reliever: Flag Football
ETSU Outlasts UNCG in Thriller Double OT Match
Garrison Pulley Staff Writer UNCG entered Saturday night’s match trying to rebound from a 1-2 loss against Mercer. However, the rained soaked night ended with the blue and gold losing their second SoCon match, with ETSU returning home after a crazy 3-4 Spartans loss in double overtime. It was an exciting game to say the least. Seven goals were scored, two of them … Continue reading ETSU Outlasts UNCG in Thriller Double OT Match
The Definitive Guide on Winning Pickup Basketball in the Kaplan Center
Andrew James Staff Writer You walk onto one of the five new basketball courts. There’s a crowd of people ready to “run” 5 on 5, so you head to the baseline and try to get in as soon as you possibly can. This means trying to find enough time for warm up shots while the ball is being played on the other … Continue reading The Definitive Guide on Winning Pickup Basketball in the Kaplan Center
Leadership Spotlight: Antonio Gonsalves
Tarlon Khoubyari Web Content Manager/Staff Writer Meet kinesiology senior, Antonio Gonsalves or better known as @leaderfitness. You may seen him around the Kaplan Rec center making motivational fitness and life videos. Antonio’s goal is to motivate others to become the best versions of themselves. He had a rough childhood growing up but leading a healthy lifestyle changed his whole perspective of how to overcome … Continue reading Leadership Spotlight: Antonio Gonsalves
5 Things I Learned in September
Daniel Johnson Staff Writer A fresh, cool breeze is marking the end of the summer season and beginning Autumn. With the beginning of the new season, the campus becomes riddled with intramural, club, and university sports. Each night, you can look out to the Recreation Field, the Soccer Stadium, the Baseball and Softball Fields, and Fleming Gymnasium, and see students practicing for the … Continue reading 5 Things I Learned in September
