Tupac was a prophet: The religion of hip-hop
Vincent Johnson Staff Writer There are many reasons for why I have fallen in love with this thing called hip-hop. Sometimes I feel like this thing is my life’s blood. Hip-hop. It’s gritty, painful and unapologetically honest. It’s the culture, the music, the poetry, the mythology and the religion all wrapped into one. It’s the drug that opens my eyes … Continue reading Tupac was a prophet: The religion of hip-hop
Weekend recap: Kathleen Mansure shines
Daniel Johnson Staff Writer Last week, UNCG sports saw an assortment of games across multiple sports. And with the contests which had mixed results for the Spartans, members of the Blue and Gold were also honored with achievement for their play this season. For some of these teams, such as the Men’s soccer, this weekend marked the completion of a great season, even … Continue reading Weekend recap: Kathleen Mansure shines
Women’s Soccer star Caylin Prillaman earns freshman of the year honors
Roger Thomas Staff Writer Last Tuesday, seven members of the UNC-Greensboro Women’s soccer team earned an All-Southern Conference (SoCon) honor for their play this season. The Women’s soccer season, which came to an end Friday night in a 2-1 loss to Furman in the SoCon Tournament, featured a collection of players who received distinction for their play. One such player was Caylin Prillaman, … Continue reading Women’s Soccer star Caylin Prillaman earns freshman of the year honors
The Republican field narrows
Adam Griffin Staff Writer As the presidential election gets closer and several debates have occurred, it appears that the Republican field is finally narrowing. And, interestingly, candidates have begun vying for three major blocks of Republican voters; these blocks, of course, represent voters seeking a candidate that embodies the party establishment, the conservative movement, or an outsider to politics. A major criticism of … Continue reading The Republican field narrows
The unbelievable, true story of Club Pepsi
Jackson Cooper Staff Writer The best worst decision of my life (so far) was the fourth Peachy Keen Soda. Absolut Peach Vodka, Monin Peach, Peach Schnapps, and club soda—my kind of drink. My friend, for confidentiality reasons we’ll call him “Joe,” was on his fifth glass of Merlot. Around us, tea lights provided ambiance as clusters of twenty-somethings chattered about … Continue reading The unbelievable, true story of Club Pepsi
Millennial Moment
Matthew Johnson Sports Editor At 21-years old, I have been called a number of times, the oldest 21-year old you would ever see. While I hopefully think this would be a compliment on the wise advice I have (which no one seems to take), or my appreciation for the The Godfather and the AFL and ABA, it is usually for my mannerisms … Continue reading Millennial Moment
College poverty: The disturbing story
Shaquille Blackstock Staff Writer As November edges closer and closer to the holiday season, it is relevant to think about all of the people who may not have as much to be excited for. According to the Census Bureau, the rate of college students living in poverty is at about 15.2 percent. While this number is alarming, it does not account … Continue reading College poverty: The disturbing story
Mayor Vaughan Awarded, Traffic Stops Scrutinized
Aden Hizkias Staff Writer Last Tuesday, the Greensboro City Council held a meeting where Mayor Nancy Vaughan was given an award, and the council discussed Greensboro City Police traffic stops. This was the first meeting since the City Council election in which all the incumbents were re-elected, two of which ran unopposed. “It’s great to be re-elected and have the vote of confidence by … Continue reading Mayor Vaughan Awarded, Traffic Stops Scrutinized
Wave of protests hit campus: UNCG students stand up and speak out
Aden Hizkias Staff Writer Monday at noon, students gathered on the EUC lawn to rally for solidarity with Mizzou. The demonstration included the organizer Dhruv Pathak, students, members of the Faculty Senate, Provost Dana Dunn and Chancellor Frank Gilliam as well as several junior administrators. The rally attendees spoke about what happened at the University of Missouri where the students protested against, what they … Continue reading Wave of protests hit campus: UNCG students stand up and speak out
Farewell Column: Wake Up, Mr. Johnson
Matthew Johnson Sports Editor After three months of family, friends and professors asking me if I was prepared to leave college for the real world, I routinely uttered a “yes” with an aimless pondering reminiscent of “The Graduate.” With all the complexities and convoluted nature of college, I am exhausted. I am an exhausted 21-year old who wants a break. In regards … Continue reading Farewell Column: Wake Up, Mr. Johnson
