LIGHT THE BEAM – The Rise of the Sacramento Kings
Ethan Engellau Sports Editor On May 5, 2006, The Sacramento Kings lost Game Six to the San Antonio Spurs, en route to a 4-2 series loss in the First Round of the Western Conference Playoffs. This season was the first for Sacramento after five-time All-Star Chris Webber’s departure. The Kings starting lineup was led by Mike Bibby accompanied by Bonzi Wells, Kenny Thomas, Brad Miller … Continue reading LIGHT THE BEAM – The Rise of the Sacramento Kings
My Dad’s Love: An Article for my Father
Elizabeth Hyman Staff Writer If you asked me to write about my dad nearly a year ago, we would’ve been estranged, and I would’ve said, “maybe later.” It’s a very strange thing, estrangement…eSTRANGEment, maybe it makes sense! I gave up my parents for six months. Six months without guidance, or rather, outside influence. At the time, what I thought I was giving up was just … Continue reading My Dad’s Love: An Article for my Father
UNC Greensboro 2023 Spring Career Fair Returns to In-Person Format
Aidan Van Nynatten News Writer On Tuesday, Feb. 21, the Spring Career Fair returned to UNCG after having gone virtual during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the last in-person fair taking place in 2019. The fair was held in the Kaplan Center to an impressive turnout, and offered an equally impressive diversity of opportunities for professional development. Summer internships and both part-time and full-time jobs alike … Continue reading UNC Greensboro 2023 Spring Career Fair Returns to In-Person Format
Spartan Chariot Spotlight: Wayne Moser
Erin Yandell Staff Writer The next and final addition to this two-part series that spotlights two Spartan Chariot Drivers focuses on Wayne Moser, a long-time employee of UNC Greensboro who has witnessed considerable changes to the university over four decades. As stated in the previous article, during my time at UNC Greensboro, I’ve noticed the university staff and all the hard work they put in … Continue reading Spartan Chariot Spotlight: Wayne Moser
Cyanosis: “What happens when my skin turns blue?”
Maggie Collins Editor, Arts and Entertainment William Paul Thomas is the artist of the wonderful art exhibit you might have seen as you passed the Gatewood Gallery at UNCG this month. Each wall featured portraits of individuals who while strangers to most, were people with whom Thomas had created a connection. As I walked through the exhibit admiring each portrait, it was obvious that I … Continue reading Cyanosis: “What happens when my skin turns blue?”
Spartan Spotlight: James Knight
Erin Yandell Staff Writer As students, we often don’t think about our UNC Greensboro workers and the work they do to keep the school running smoothly. Some workers go above and beyond their jobs to foster a supportive environment and encourage students in various ways. During my time at UNC Greensboro, I’ve noticed the hard work of these employees, which speaks volumes about our university … Continue reading Spartan Spotlight: James Knight
Potential Background Check Legislation Repeal in North Carolina
Jessi Rae Morton News Editor According to a press release issued by Everytown for Gun Safety, “On Tuesday, February 14, [2023], Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action volunteers [testified] against HB 50, […] legislation that would repeal North Carolina’s law requiring background checks on handgun sales by removing the purchase permit requirement. The permitting system requires a person to obtain a background check before … Continue reading Potential Background Check Legislation Repeal in North Carolina
My Beautiful Belly
Elizabeth Hyman Staff Writer At 203 pounds, I’m pretty damn good lookin’. Not “for” 203 pounds, I mean at 203 pounds. Whatever you do, don’t pity me. As I write this I realized I don’t want to be perceived as “fat,” because I’m not, and, if I was, why the hell does it matter? Fatphobia can happen, but I don’t think “phobia” is a good … Continue reading My Beautiful Belly
In This Economy!??: Are Unpaid Internships Unethical?
Zavia Pittman Staff Writer I am currently sending my resume to anyone who will take it in hopes of getting an internship for my major. The process has been stressful (like most things dealing with college), and I’m hoping that one of these days I just don’t have to worry about it anymore. For now, as my search continues, I’ve noticed a running trend with … Continue reading In This Economy!??: Are Unpaid Internships Unethical?
Are All-Star Festivities Doomed to Fail?
Ethan Engellau Sports, Editor This past week the Utah Jazz hosted the 2022-2023 All-Star Game along with an assortment of other mini-games and challenges. Being named an All-Star or a Pro Bowler is an incredible accolade, which shows that the hard work a player has put in is getting the attention it deserves and shines the spotlight on their spectacular season. The problem that the … Continue reading Are All-Star Festivities Doomed to Fail?
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