Brown is the new white
Jamie Biggs Staff Writer On Tuesday, Sep. 20, UNCG hosted the first “Brown is the New White” event, in the Cone Ballroom at the Elliot University Center. The program was organized by faculty and students, including Sarah Carrig, a Spanish professor from the department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at UNCG. Attendees of “Brown is the New White,” were able to observe discussions … Continue reading Brown is the new white
“Spiral Bound” Showing on UNCG’s Campus
Sam Haw Staff Writer This past Friday I ventured into the School of Education to attend a screening of “Spiral Bound”, a documentary about the importance of arts programs in public school systems. The documentary told the story of Studio 345, a multimedia afterschool learning program in Charlotte, NC that’s mission was to utilize the arts to “promote social justice.” The film sought to … Continue reading “Spiral Bound” Showing on UNCG’s Campus
A century later, ‘Arms and the Man’ still dazzles audiences
Teresa Dale Staff Writer Triad Stage’s production of “Arms and the Man” by George Bernard Shaw has been up and running since September 11, and I finally got the chance to go see it. This was my first live theater production in quite some time, so I went in with hoping to be impressed, and did not come out disappointed. The play itself was … Continue reading A century later, ‘Arms and the Man’ still dazzles audiences
Scuppernong hosts banjo player Bob Carlin
Emily Cramton Staff Writer Fans of folk music gathered at Scuppernong Books downtown last Friday evening to hear local banjo player Bob Carlin speak about his new book, “Banjo: An Illustrated History.” Situated between the shelves of used books, Carlin spoke on the history of the banjo and his own experiences with the instrument to a small but enthusiastic crowd. The banjo was … Continue reading Scuppernong hosts banjo player Bob Carlin
Artists Weekly–Emily Stamey
Jessica Clifford Staff Writer When we walk into a museum we think about the artists, we think about styles and chosen mediums. We think about the artwork itself. Yet, our minds dismiss multiple questions. How did this work get here? Who made the layout? Why is this specific artist being featured? Well if you are wondering now- the person responsible for many of those … Continue reading Artists Weekly–Emily Stamey
“Caroline or Change” Comes to UNCG
Annalee Glatus Staff Writer The Tony award winning musical “Caroline or Change” is soon to grace our own Taylor Stage here at UNCG. The musical’s book and lyrics are written by Tony Kushner and the score is written by Jeanine Tesori. Tony Kushner has won a Pulitzer Prize for the play “Angels in America: A Gay Fantasia on National Themes”, which tackled multiple … Continue reading “Caroline or Change” Comes to UNCG
Sherrill Roland: The Jumpsuit Project
Catie Byrne Features Editor Clad in an orange jumpsuit and bright smile, UNCG graduate student, Sherrill Roland, spoke with this reporter regarding his remarkable story, and The Jumpsuit Project. Roland’s story: that he was wrongfully incarcerated in a Washington D.C. state prison for 10 months and two weeks; his project: to wear an orange prison jumpsuit for the remainder of the 2016-2017 school year. At … Continue reading Sherrill Roland: The Jumpsuit Project
Henri Matisse: a printmaker and sculptor
Emily Moser Staff Writer Henri Matisse once said: “It has bothered me all my life that I do not paint like everybody else.” Matisse truly did have a unique style, and as such, is acclaimed for his use of bright, colorful and idealized pieces. His work defies perspective, natural anatomy and typical color choices. As a famous impressionist painter, he revolutionized the world of … Continue reading Henri Matisse: a printmaker and sculptor
Come out and tryak a kayak!
Nikki Yopp Staff Writer Imagine this; walking into the new Rec center and craving something new and exciting. Weights are a norm, and the track can be monotonous. Sure, the new classes available are interesting, but the real excitement, happens on Wednesday nights. Kayak pool sessions are a new and unique adventure that every UNCG student should embark on. Whether a seasoned kayak vet, … Continue reading Come out and tryak a kayak!
“WUAG Presents the Three Brained Robot and more”
Chelsea Korynta Staff Writer WUAG 103.1 FM is excited to present the Three-Brained Robot at the UNCG Faculty Center. The Three-Brained Robot will bring their particularly zany mix of performance art and music to UNCG on Sunday, October 2. This show will kick off a month-long, multi-country European tour for the Greensboro local and visionary behind the three-brains, Sam Martin. The Three-Brained … Continue reading “WUAG Presents the Three Brained Robot and more”
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