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No, I’m not a Human—How a Video Game Questions Your Morals
Ezra-Oscar Franchi, Arts & Entertainment Editor What’s your proximity to being the “Other?” Seeking to answer this question, the Russian-based independent game development studio Trioskaz released their hit horror game No, I’m not a Human. The game bears striking similarities to the indie game Mouthwashing, also published by the label CRITICAL REFLEX. Well, first, what is the “Other?” There are plenty of literary definitions for it, but to stay brief, the Other is a minoritized … Continue reading No, I’m not a Human—How a Video Game Questions Your Morals
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When fanfiction hub AO3 “tagged” out
Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight. Founded in 2009, the website Archive of Our Own (commonly … Continue reading When fanfiction hub AO3 “tagged” out
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UNCG Basketball Struggles at the Weekend
Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer UNCG Basketball has had a couple of losses this snowy weekend in Southern Conference action. The UNCG Women’s Basketball team was in action at home on January 22 against Chattanooga and Saturday morning against ETSU in preparation of snow. The Spartans dropped both games, stretching their current losing streak to 4 and snapping an unbeaten run in Bodford Arena (formerly Fleming … Continue reading UNCG Basketball Struggles at the Weekend
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The Gay Hockey Representation You Didn’t Know You Needed
Ezra-Oscar Franchi, Arts & Entertainment Editor In mid-January, hockey star Jesse Kortuem shocked the internet after posting a lengthy, emotional coming-out post on Facebook—and the Canadian sports romance Heated Rivalry might deserve some credit. Though it’s been available to stream on HBO Max since November, the MLM sports romance has recently picked up steam following Jesse Kortuem’s post, prompting queers all over the internet to remind people that representation matters. Originally based on the Game Changers novel … Continue reading The Gay Hockey Representation You Didn’t Know You Needed
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Enter the Plumiverse, AI’s alternate America
Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight. In the Spring of 2025, Substack’s first notorious bot account left tens of … Continue reading Enter the Plumiverse, AI’s alternate America
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The Movie Was Better Than the Book
Christie Cary I am an addict. From an early age, I craved one thing: words. I was a purveyor of language and all it beheld—beauty, emotion, decay, thought, humor. I would lie on the sagging mattress of my bottom bunk, curled up with my herd of My Little Ponies, rereading my favorite dog-eared copies from my small library. While there wasn’t much funding for my miniscule library (think: a two-shelf bookstand), it slowly grew to include volumes upon volumes of The Babysitters Club, Sweet Valley Twins (and later Sweet Valley High), and Goosebumps. As … Continue reading The Movie Was Better Than the Book
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Buddhist Monks Pass Through Greensboro on Cross-Country Walk for Peace
Kaylee Roberts, Staff Writer A small group of Buddhist monks has been moving steadily along America’s highways, feet carrying them mile by mile across the country. Their journey, known as the Walk for Peace, spans roughly 2,300 miles from Texas to Washington, D.C. According to the Walk for Peace website, they hope to encourage “non-harm, kindness, and mindful living.” The Walk for Peace was created by a group of over two dozen monks affiliated with Huong … Continue reading Buddhist Monks Pass Through Greensboro on Cross-Country Walk for Peace
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Navigating Mental Health as a First Year College Student
Miya Dunn Starting college has been one of the biggest transitions in my life. Everyone always talks about how exciting it is to meet new people, live on your own, and finally have freedom, but not enough people talk about how stressful and overwhelming it can actually be. As a first-year student, I’ve realized that taking care of my mental health is just as important as keeping up with my classes, as well as trying … Continue reading Navigating Mental Health as a First Year College Student
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Burlap Circus’s Album ‘Avenue’ Succeeds Where Many Indie Contemporaries Fail
Piper Summey Some would say the indie music scene becomes less “indie” with every passing day. As many artists from this genre break into the mainstream, each one sends their own wave of copycats through the underground who—in attempt to reach the heights of the artist they admire—end up reducing themselves to mere tribute bands due to their over-devotion to their idol’s signature sounds, immortalized only in the form of “Mitski type beat” playlists. However, at a time when it’s so easy to fall into the over-saturated sphere of bands attempting recreate the … Continue reading Burlap Circus’s Album ‘Avenue’ Succeeds Where Many Indie Contemporaries Fail
Black Women: America’s Disadvantaged Workers
Imani Tailly College is a blessing for many people. It’s a sign of perseverance, strength, determination, and resilience to make it to the graduation stage and walk across to get your diploma. However, college is just a part of life, and the bigger part of joining the workforce is about to begin. A lot of things can make the transition from college to the job market easier. These include internships, help from mentors, good references and … Continue reading Black Women: America’s Disadvantaged Workers
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