Sustainable Options in a World of Textiles

Megan Pociask  Staff Writer  The apparel industry is one of the largest markets in the world. In Dec. of 2017, the United States apparel market brought in 23.3 billion dollars through sales from retail shops.  The textile industry also happens to be one of the most environmentally unfriendly markets in the world and the onset of fast fashion with brands like H&M, Zara, or Forever … Continue reading Sustainable Options in a World of Textiles

The Fashion Industries’ Climate Change Epidemic

McKenzie Campbell  Staff Writer  In a world where fast fashion thrives, it may be difficult to believe that fast fashion industries are not entirely eco-friendly. From stores like Zara and Forever 21, the brands rely heavily on practices that affect the environment poorly. In response, multiple brands, both luxury and affordable, have made the switch to sustainable fashion to help combat the growing climate change … Continue reading The Fashion Industries’ Climate Change Epidemic

Students Self-Harm Rises in College Students

Sydney Thompson  Staff Writer WARNING: The following content deals with self-harm, thus making it unsuitable for some audiences. Viewer discretion is advised. College students have a problem with self-harm. Addressed in the recent “It Matters” program, a UNCG online course required for all incoming students, there is a survey asking for information about this phenomenon anonymously from students.  Self harm in the psychology and mental … Continue reading Students Self-Harm Rises in College Students

“Let It Snow”: A Heartfelt Holiday Experience

Hannah Hall Staff Writer Everyone loves a good Christmas movie. The snowy scenes and laughter of the best times of year no doubt warms even most Grinch-like people. While most holiday films are either incredibly romantic Hallmark tales or cutesy children’s stories, “Let It Snow” is a bit different. This book based Netflix Original puts a spin on your typical Christmas movie. “Let It Snow” … Continue reading “Let It Snow”: A Heartfelt Holiday Experience

Pixar’s “Soul”

Marlas Whitley Staff Writer On November 7, Pixar released their official teaser trailer for “Soul”, an upcoming animated feature. Following their first release of 2020, “Onward” (set for March 6 2020), “Soul” is the first Pixar film to feature an African-American protagonist. Jamie Foxx voices the lead, Joe Gardner, a music teacher whose true passion is to be a full-time jazz musician.  After booking a … Continue reading Pixar’s “Soul”

Shakespeare Would Have Loved the Word “Finna”

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor Every year, new words are adopted officially into our language by the authority of Merriam-Webster and the Oxford English Dictionary. This, of course, is the result of ever-growing technology and understanding. It reflects that we are a world that is constantly evolving and growing, never remaining stagnant or being content with current knowledge. There is always more to learn and think … Continue reading Shakespeare Would Have Loved the Word “Finna”

What I Learned From Shooting a Bunch of Really Big Guns

Patrick O’ConnellStaff Writer I’ll confess here and now that the title is an exaggeration. There were only a few really big guns on that December morning. However, I learned a great deal from firing them off and the experience certainly reshaped my views.  For most of my brief time as an adult, I was outspokenly against all firearms. My view was this: a knife is … Continue reading What I Learned From Shooting a Bunch of Really Big Guns

Senator Elizabeth Warren, Presidential Hopeful, Visits Greensboro

By Luciano GonzalezStaff Writer On Nov. 7, 2019, Massachusetts Senator and Presidential hopeful Elizabeth Warren paid a visit to North Carolina A&T State University (NC A&T).  This visit was part of a larger tour of North and South Carolina by Warren wherein she discussed education and healthcare. The senator is one of the frontrunners pursuing the Democratic nomination for the 2020 Presidential election and her … Continue reading Senator Elizabeth Warren, Presidential Hopeful, Visits Greensboro

FBI Finds Dip in Hate-Crime, Rise in Violence

By Christopher BouzaneStaff Writer According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), 2018 marked a 16 year high for personal attacks motivated by prejudice and bias. The FBI reports that there had been a significant increase in attacks against Latinos compared to Muslims and Arab-Americans. In their annual report, the FBI stated that after a consecutive three year increase, hate-crimes had flatlined. Despite this, the … Continue reading FBI Finds Dip in Hate-Crime, Rise in Violence

Westboro Baptist Church Met By Counter-Protest at UNC-Greensboro

By MaryKent Wolff News Editor UNC-Greensboro (UNCG) students, alumni and faculty, as well as various other community members, filled the sidewalk on the morning of Nov. 18, 2019, as they participated in a counter-protest against a protest from Westboro Baptist Church.  While Westboro Baptist Church’s protest took place from 10:20 am to 10:50 am, the counter-protest continued after they had left, lasting until close to … Continue reading Westboro Baptist Church Met By Counter-Protest at UNC-Greensboro