Coming Adaptations of Octavia E. Butler’s Books in A Changing Media Landscape
Marlas Whitley Staff Writer Octavia E. Butler was a science fiction writer who is noted as being the “mother” of Afrofuturism, which is “the reimagining of a future filled with arts, science and technology seen through a black lens,” according to guest writer Jamie Broadnax for Huffpost.com. Butler, who is a recipient of the prestigious MacArthur ‘Genius’ Grant and Nebula Award, has a bibliography of … Continue reading Coming Adaptations of Octavia E. Butler’s Books in A Changing Media Landscape
Netflix’s Abstract: The Art of Design
Alexis Boone Staff Writer Netflix’s new documentary series, Abstract: The Art of Design, praises the time and exertion extraordinary designers spend in making superb plans through an investigation of their works and lives. The documentary series is eight episodes in length. Every episode covers an architect from an alternate field. Since each field is extraordinary, each episode is unique, however, every one of them shares … Continue reading Netflix’s Abstract: The Art of Design
MOSHI MOSHI
Naima Said Staff Writer Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s get Boba!’ First-generation Asian-American owner, Ronny Real, opened Moshi Moshi Boba Cafe on March 5, 2020, marking this March as their one-year anniversary. The boba cafe is located on 2418 Spring Garden Street, around the corner from UNCG campus. Moshi Moshi is a Japanese saying for ‘hello’, greeting you before you step foot inside … Continue reading MOSHI MOSHI
School of Education Holds Virtual Career Fair
Victoria Cox Staff Writer The School of Education at UNCG held a Career Fair Thursday, March 17. The Career Fair was held virtually but still went off without too many errors. Many school districts from across the state and country were in attendance. Schools from all around North Carolina paid to scout UNCG’s talent for new teachers and faculty, as well as a few institutions … Continue reading School of Education Holds Virtual Career Fair
The Ethics of Posthumous Publishing
Sarah Grace Goolden Opinions Editor Many revered authors gained infamy after death, including William Blake, Henry David Thoreau and John Keats. Oftentimes authors are not appreciated during their lifetime and later become staples in academia and pop culture. Some are even published posthumously. This begs the question: is it ethical to publically share the works of someone that cannot consent to its publication? It’s hard … Continue reading The Ethics of Posthumous Publishing
Moxie: Netflix’s Ode to Smashing the Patriarchy
Hannah Hall Arts and Entertainment Editor Netflix is constantly fulfilling the desire for new media with a fresh rotation of original shows and movies every few weeks. From cheesy romantic comedies to more intense documentaries, there is an option for everyone in the platform’s catalog of creations. One of the newest Netflix original movies is dedicated to the passionate teen girls who pop up in … Continue reading Moxie: Netflix’s Ode to Smashing the Patriarchy
Review of The Mauritanian
Naima Said Staff Writer The words for forgiveness and freedom are the same in Arabic. The Mauritanian, released February 21st, 2021, is based on the harrowing true events of Mohamedou O Slahi, according to his 2015 memoir, Guantanamo Diary, where Slahi recounts his life right before his imprisonment and his physical and mental torture as a detainee inside Guantanamo Bay. Although held by the United … Continue reading Review of The Mauritanian
Students Ask Professors to Reconsider Anti-Cheat Software
Austin Horne News Editor Camera on, room scanned, screen captured and keyboard recorded — students across the country prepared for their first distanced exams last semester. This semester at UNCG, students are hoping these digital exams will be their last. Many students are dreading any time they have to interact with UNCG’s anti-cheat system of choice, Respondus LockDown Browser (RLB). RLB has been lampooned on … Continue reading Students Ask Professors to Reconsider Anti-Cheat Software
The Inauguration Day: A Call For Unity
Hannah Larson Staff Writer Nearly two months ago, a new era of hope was reinstated during the 46th presidential inauguration bridging the divide between people of the nation. Throughout the entirety of the ceremony, there were several moments of empowerment that transpired across the country. As Joe Biden and Kamala Harris were sworn into office, they put on the map many notable historic firsts that … Continue reading The Inauguration Day: A Call For Unity
Rise of Homelessness During Covid-19
Gabrielle Lowery Staff Writer Many people within North Carolina have been receiving stimulus checks and getting vaccinated for Covid-19. However, 14 percent of the state’s population are homeless and it is a wonder to think of the types of health coverage and opportunities being provided to them through shelters and other facilities. Linda Lingle, who was the sixth governor of Hawaii once said, “We have … Continue reading Rise of Homelessness During Covid-19
