Shift in operations for International Civil Rights Center & Museum
International Civil Rights Center & Museum in downtown Greensboro By Molly Ashline, Staff Writer Published in print Dec 3, 2014. The International Civil Rights Center & Museum (ICRCM) in downtown Greensboro has been facing a myriad of challenges recently. On top of the recent termination of Executive Director Lacy Ward, the museum has been burdened by financial difficulties. Greensboro Mayor Nancy Vaughan, who is also on the … Continue reading Shift in operations for International Civil Rights Center & Museum
Hundreds gather to protest Ferguson verdict
Protestors marching in downtown Greensboro By Emily Bruzzo, News Editor Published in print Dec 3, 2014. Protests erupted across the U.S. last Monday after a St. Louis County grand jury decided not to indict Darren Wilson, a white police officer charged with the fatal shooting of Michael Brown, an unarmed, black 18-year-old robbery suspect. Ferguson, Mo., the place where it all started three months ago, broke out … Continue reading Hundreds gather to protest Ferguson verdict
Ebola drill prepares campus community
Physician suites up for Ebola drill By Spencer Schneier, Staff Writer Published in print Dec 3, 2014. Last Tuesday, UNC-Greensboro’s Student Health Services and Emergency Management carried out an Ebola preparedness drill at the Anna M. Gove Student Health Center. Jason Stogner, UNCG director of emergency management, stated in a public release that the drill “represents a proactive approach to ensuring that emergency preparedness plans are in … Continue reading Ebola drill prepares campus community
Slice of Life: A Winter’s Tale
By Daniel Wirtheim, Features Editor Published in print Dec 3, 2014. A typical Danish winter will have about four hours of daily sunlight and an average temperature of about 36 degrees. The streets will be icy, snowfall is very likely and everything is incredibly expensive. Yet, everyone will be sure to remind you that it’s the happiest place on Earth. It was Thanksgiving of 2013, the start of … Continue reading Slice of Life: A Winter’s Tale
Operation Black Friday
By Aja Cooper, Staff Writer Published in print Dec 3, 2014. It had started. The first round of Thanksgiving dinner was over and it was time to get down to business. Sale paper ads and shopping lists written on notebook paper crowded the table that was once covered with plates of turkey and dressing. The Cooper family’s Black Friday tradition was being kept alive, as it … Continue reading Operation Black Friday
Need a good book to read?
If you get bored over winter break, reading interesting books is a great way to pass the time. By Mary Windsor, Staff Writer Published in print Dec 3, 2014. Once you’re finally done and through with all-nighters spent in the library cramming for exams and writing final papers, winter break gives you a few weeks of relaxation. It’s a time to rest and take on some … Continue reading Need a good book to read?
“The River” explores ideas of intimacy and romance
Broadway offers a variety of options for it’s visitors. By Spencer Schneier, Staff Writer Published in print Dec 3, 2014. On Friday, Nov. 28 the Circle in the Stage theater in New York City showcased The River, a drama starring Hugh Jackman. Jackman is incredible in the main role, commanding the audience and stage, gripping onlookers with his strong voice and powerful command of his part. Whether … Continue reading “The River” explores ideas of intimacy and romance
Celluloid Christmas: My 5 must-see films
“MERRY CHRISTMAS, CHARLIE BROWN!” By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Dec 3, 2014. With the holiday season in full swing, it’s time for my top five must-see Christmas films. Sit back with a cup of hot chocolate and enjoy! If I could only watch five films each Christmas, it would be these five (in no particular order). 1. “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (1966) A … Continue reading Celluloid Christmas: My 5 must-see films
In review: Bill Murray’s latest, “St. Vincent”
Murray looking dapper at the 2009 Toronto International Film Festival By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Dec 3, 2014. I’ll tell it at the start: this article contains spoilers for those interested in seeing “St. Vincent”. But I get the feeling there are few people that are worried, because I doubt many people are ridged with anticipation to see this new comedy. “St. Vincent” is … Continue reading In review: Bill Murray’s latest, “St. Vincent”
Slice of Life: Ghosts of the South
By Daniel Wirtheim I always anticipate the automated text messages from the Amtrak station that tell me my train is going to be late. That’s why I enjoyed a cup of coffee before leaving my house. Sure enough, my train’s new departure time was 7:30 p.m; an hour and a half before the original set time. This gave me time to investigate downtown, and take part in … Continue reading Slice of Life: Ghosts of the South
