Robert Shetterly: An artist with an eye for truth
Shannon Neu A&E Editor In a nation plagued by corrupt politicians and media bias, it can be challenging for American citizens to know who to trust. Infuriated by the lies and propaganda Americans are frequently exposed to, artist Robert Shetterly devoted his life to telling the truth by creating and presenting portraits of courageous individuals from different points of American history who have … Continue reading Robert Shetterly: An artist with an eye for truth
Dear Congress: Please pass the Mental Health Bill
Ailey O’Toole Staff Writer “Mental illness does not discriminate based on age, class or ethnicity. It affects all segments of society. More than 11 million Americans have severe schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression yet millions are going without treatment as families struggle to find care for loved ones.” That is the opening statement of the “Helping Families In Mental Health Crisis Act” (HFIMFCA), … Continue reading Dear Congress: Please pass the Mental Health Bill
Understanding ADHD
Alison McKane Staff Writer What is ADHD? It is not merely characterized as difficulty focusing in a boring class or continuous procrastination on a paper. It’s not that simple. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, known by its acronym as ADHD, has no simple definition. According to the DSM-5 (the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition), ADHD is defined as, “A persistent pattern of … Continue reading Understanding ADHD
My Crazy Trip to Namibia
Maggie Young Sometimes, adventures begin in the most unlikely of ways. Being abroad has given me the mindset of “this can only happen once,” which may or may not be correct; but in this case, the phrase most certainly rings true. About two weeks ago I was asked by a friend of mine to accompany her and one of our South African friends to Namibia. … Continue reading My Crazy Trip to Namibia
Floors 6 through 9 spell quiet time
Molly Ashline Staff Writer The ninth floor of the Jackson Library at UNCG is by far my favorite in the whole building. Not only can you get a bird’s eye view of the fountain at the caf and the surrounding foliage, but the sunlight glows pleasantly through the windows throughout the day, and at night, darkness blacks out the rest of the world to create … Continue reading Floors 6 through 9 spell quiet time
Spartans take DC
Catie Byrne Features Editor On Oct. 10, 96 UNCG students and three chaperones made the 24-hour trip to Washington D.C.’s National Mall to attend the 20th anniversary of the Million Man March. Representatives from UNCG’s clubs and organizations spoke with The Carolinian about their experiences attending and organizing the march. Joshua Leeper, junior and representative of UNCG’s Black Business Student Association described the atmosphere of … Continue reading Spartans take DC
Student Forum Opened for Strategic Plan
Aden Hizkias Staff Writer Students discussed their thoughts on the new strategic plan with Chancellor Frank Gilliam, Jr. and Provost Dana Dunn during a forum held last Monday night from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. “The best joke is one you don’t have to tell the punchline to, and that is what the meta-narrative should be,” Chancellor Gilliam said. Unlike the faculty forum, which … Continue reading Student Forum Opened for Strategic Plan
What we can learn from Kentucky and Ohio
Adam Griffin Staff Writer Off-year elections tend to receive little media coverage and their results are often marked by minimal attention. Much was the same last Tuesday; however, there were several important races and elections that will have an impact on the future political landscape of the nation as well as the elections in 2016. Generally speaking, it was considered a victory for conservatism … Continue reading What we can learn from Kentucky and Ohio
Horoscopes
Mary Windsor Staff Writer Aries March 21 – April 19 You keep asking for explanations to questions you don’t want the answers too. Don’t do this to yourself. You’re only hurting yourself. Taurus April 20 -May 20 Turn the lights off and lock your door. Silence your phone and go to sleep. They aren’t thinking of you and they aren’t coming back. I’m sorry. Gemini … Continue reading Horoscopes
Verses from Matthew’s Red Journal
Feathers falling at Clover Field Matthew Johnson Sports Editor The sky is deeper then I sincerely imagined, Unloaded with its white wisps and blue arena. Oh you uncharted branches, With your thrashing in the breezy expanse– I am already distrustful of this hemisphere’s whirlwind, And the blazing swirl of the lowering ring above. If I stay in your distant horizon and deep shade … Continue reading Verses from Matthew’s Red Journal
