Second Annual “Walk to the Polls” aims to stop voter apathy
By Molly Ashline, Staff Writer Published in print Nov.5, 2014 On October 29, a conglomerate of members from various campus and community groups marched to the Guilford Courthouse, carrying signs and shouting chants intermittently, to cast their early votes for the November 4 elections in the second annual Walk to the Polls event organized by the UNCG Democrats. The democrats were joined by representatives from … Continue reading Second Annual “Walk to the Polls” aims to stop voter apathy
Campus report
By Emily Bruzzo, Staff Writer Published in print Nov.5, 2014 This Wednesday faculty senators are meeting in the Virginia Dare Room to discuss various issues, including a resolution submitted by Faculty Senator Susan Dennison calling for “a comprehensive review of the campus culture and decision making process.” Possible subject matter to be discussed includes the scandal surrounding the terminations and arrests of three former UNCG … Continue reading Campus report
Panel informs students on sweatshop dangers
By Molly Ashline, Staff Writer Published in print Nov.5, 2014 Students gathered in Graham on Tuesday, October 28, to hear from a diverse panel of professors and student leaders about the nuanced complexities of sweatshops and the people who work in them. The purpose of the panel was not only derived from a need to inform students about the horrors of the sweatshop environment, but … Continue reading Panel informs students on sweatshop dangers
First Friday is still a hit
By Emilie McQueen, Staff Writer Published in print Sept.10, 2014 Belly dancing, live music, antiques, public picnics and Tai-Chi were all activities included in downtown Greensboro’s monthly open house. First Friday is a free monthly self-guided walking tour that features Greensboro’s diverse shops, art galleries, studios, museums and alternative art venues. Shops that wish to participate in the event keep their doors open from six … Continue reading First Friday is still a hit
UNCG student bikes across America
Andrew Byrum rode his bike through 13 different states (above). By Aja Cooper, Staff Writer Published in print Sept.10, 2014 Bike & Build, a non-profit organization whose focus is to raise money and awareness for affordable housing, took students on an unbelievable journey this past summer. Students from around America teamed up with Bike & Build and made a difference in the lives of others by … Continue reading UNCG student bikes across America
Summer ‘14: The Playlist
Imogen Heap has made significant contributions to modern music technology as of late. (above) By Sophia Lucente, A&E Editor Morrissey – World Peace is None of Your Business The former Smiths frontman is a lonely prophet disguised on a dancefloor, delivering obscure commemorations to artisans past and dismissing the world as we know it as mundane and politically corrupt. Echoing with dreamy guitar riffs and electronically-tinged instrumental … Continue reading Summer ‘14: The Playlist
Swan City Sounds, Manna Frost Trio: upcoming local projects
By Shanece Brent, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 20, 2014 Harden has established an expansive home studio in which he records and combines each individual instrument for his completed albums. (above) Stacy Harden is the mastermind behind the Chapel Hill based Americana band Manna Frost Trio. The bassist, drummer, guitarist, pianist and vocalist of the one man band is the creator of three albums … Continue reading Swan City Sounds, Manna Frost Trio: upcoming local projects
Triad-City-Beat celebrates six-month anniversary
Eric Ginsburg awarded a bottle of whiskey to a raffle winner (above). By Mary McLean, Staff Writer Published in print Sept.3, 2014 On Wednesday night, Scuppernong Bookstore was transformed into the bustling hub of Greensboro’s journalistic, artistic and alternative community. People of all ages, shapes and sizes milled through the independent bookstore, drinking wine and craft beer, leafing through books and discussing the six-month old … Continue reading Triad-City-Beat celebrates six-month anniversary
WUAG turns 50
Greensboro locals The Bronzed Chorus concluded the day’s festivities. (above) By Chris Nafekh, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 20, 2014 Students, musicians and radio die-hards gathered at Glenwood Books and Coffee on Monday July 28th, the night of WUAG’s 50th anniversary. Approaching the antiquated bookshop, the loud sounds of chatter and post-punk rock could be heard from blocks away. Vendors stood busy inside and … Continue reading WUAG turns 50
Amplifier ‘zine establishes second volume, website
By Sophia Lucente, Staff Writer Welcome to Greensboro – where art is not only born but is systematically, creatively dispersed by news-worthy forces of good. One such force is Amplifier, our city’s newest source for cultural reporting whose Volume II, Issue 1 release Friday night at the Blind Tiger drew hundreds of local art patrons. Amplifier was founded in April 2013 by UNCG English alumnus … Continue reading Amplifier ‘zine establishes second volume, website
