Tunes at Noon Hosts Lowland Hum
By Siera Schubach, Staff Writer Published in print Aug. 20, 2014 Each Wednesday of the summer, Central City Park in downtown Greensboro hosts “Tunes at Noon”, a summer treat for city residents that features local and traveling musicians. A lunch time experience, families come from all over the area to hear music and enjoy food with friends. On August 13th, “Tunes at Noon” featured local … Continue reading Tunes at Noon Hosts Lowland Hum
Aycock Auditorium may be getting a new name soon
By Molly Ashline, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 29, 2014 The opinions surrounding the Aycock auditorium may soon become more serious. Aycock Auditorium was named for Governor Charles B. Aycock who served in office from 1901-1905. He earned this monument of legacy by expanding education within the state of North Carolina, but his name faces removal because his views on race. In modern terms, … Continue reading Aycock Auditorium may be getting a new name soon
Slice of life: The train nuts of Norfolk Southern station
By Daniel Wirtheim, Features Editor Published Sept.3, 2014 Every time I hear the train whistle I think of them. Sitting in their chairs, laughing about wives and the economy. Then the few moments of excitement when a train comes rattling by in a cloud of exhaust. When Greensboro had a booming textile industry, little transportation hubs like the Greensboro Railway Depot … Continue reading Slice of life: The train nuts of Norfolk Southern station
NC Student Power Union walks out to protest
By Andrea Picou, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 29, 2014 A series of protests organized by NC Student Power Union took place at UNC-Greensboro, UNC-Chapel Hill UNC-Charlotte and N.C. State. UNC-Greensboro had a walkout at 1 p.m. on Friday, and students converged on the EUC lawn to voice their concerns. Protesters were encouraged to skip class, or ‘walkout’ in protest of the recent direction … Continue reading NC Student Power Union walks out to protest
Farmer Brown
By Emilie McQueen, Staff Writer Published in print Sept. 3, 2014 If anyone cares for a slice of Redneck Romano Cheese, or a bottle of Moonshiner’s Hot Sauce, Farmer Brown’s food truck is conveniently located beside the majestic Minerva each Monday and Thursday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the afternoon. Not only does Farmer Brown’s provisions offer a plethora of organic vegetables, but … Continue reading Farmer Brown
Senatorial candidates Kay Hagan and Thom Tillis state their positions
By Emily Bruzzo, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 29, 2014 With Election Day just around the corner, North Carolinians are wondering whom they can trust in this brutal senatorial race between the incumbent, Democratic Sen. Kay Hagan, and her adversary, Republican Speaker of the North Carolina House of Representatives Thom Tillis. In an election that is arguably the most costly in the country, with … Continue reading Senatorial candidates Kay Hagan and Thom Tillis state their positions
Stop Mass Incarceration Network protests
Cakalak Thunder band marches while holding up signs in protest of police brutality. (above) By Rebecca Harrelson, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 29, 2014 Tuesday, October 21 there was a rally encompassing all different kinds, walks of life and stories to be shared. About 40 people came out to the Stop Mass Incarceration , Police Accountability, Community, Safety and Healing Initiative March which was … Continue reading Stop Mass Incarceration Network protests
‘Take Back the Night’ highlights sexual assault
By Mary Windsor, Staff Writer Published in print Sept.3, 2014 The Wellness Center in partnership with Alpha Chi Omega presented “The Clothesline Project” this past week. It’s a week to shed light to those who have been affected in any way by sexual and domestic violence. It has been occurring at UNCG for over three decades now and many universities around the nation participate in … Continue reading ‘Take Back the Night’ highlights sexual assault
NC Candidate Forums
By Michaela Cleveland, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 22, 2014 On Thursday, October 16, UNCG served as host to North Carolina Senate, House of Representatives and United States House of Representatives Candidate Forum. Beginning with an edition of the national anthem from the Spartan Chariots, the forum began with an introduction of the moderator, explanation of the rules, and introduction of the candidates running … Continue reading NC Candidate Forums
Monument Quilt Movement
By Molly Ashline, Staff Writer Published in print Oct. 22, 2014 A college campus is a place that is not new to the problem of sexual assault. Recently, programs like BRAVE, Haven and Sexual Assault Awareness Week have been implemented not only to quell incidents of sexual assault on campus, but also to change the culture of making victims of sexual assault pariahs in many … Continue reading Monument Quilt Movement
