DeRay McKesson inspires

Emily Moser  Staff Writer On Wednesday, Jan. 18, UNCG and NC A&T held a celebration in honor of Martin Luther King Jr’s birthday. This commemoration has become a great tradition; the fifth consecutive year collaborative endeavor between the two schools. The event, hosted by Jasmine Boles, Ms. NC A&T 2016-2017, and Tiaira Moragne, UNCG Homecoming Queen, was an evening based around the theme “The Role … Continue reading DeRay McKesson inspires

“Hoping to help” examines profit and cost

Emily Moser   Staff Writer The Weatherspoon Museum on UNCG’s campus has exhibited work by many renowned artists including Hank Willis Thomas, Judy Pfaff and now Danica Phelps. The Falk Visiting Artist Program allows for the visiting artist to further explain their practice and creative process via public lecture, visiting MFA graduate students and being a resident at UNCG for several days. This program offers … Continue reading “Hoping to help” examines profit and cost

The Look of Silence

Emily Moser   Staff Writer         On Thursday, Nov. 10, I had the opportunity to attend the screening of “The Look of Silence,” a film a part of UNCG’s Human Rights Film Series. Directed by Joshua Oppenheimer, this critically acclaimed documentary is incredibly moving and thought provoking.         The film recalls the killing of a man named Ramli: a victim of the 1965 purge of … Continue reading The Look of Silence

Black Lives Matter: the effects on UNCG

Emily Moser   Staff Writer On Thursday, Nov. 3, the Women’s and Gender Studies and African American and African Diaspora Studies departments sponsored a forum to discuss how the Black Lives Matter Movement affects the UNCG community; both academically and culturally. The panel of four representative women were asked questions such as: “How does the movement suggest changes to how and why we teach,” “what … Continue reading Black Lives Matter: the effects on UNCG

Are You Afraid of the Dark?

Emily Moser   Staff Writer My first jarring encounter on Wed. night, Oct. 29 at the Girls Reaching Out: “Are You Afraid of the Dark?” function; was being asked: “How many of you have been, or know someone, who has been affected by domestic violence?” And, unfortunately, this question was met with an overwhelming majority of hands raised in the crowd. This event and question … Continue reading Are You Afraid of the Dark?

Homecoming Kickoff rallies school spirit

Emily Moser   Staff Writer Who doesn’t love Homecoming week? Even if you’re not a sports fan, it is a fun week dedicated to honor UNCG. Homecoming is mostly an opportunity for alumni to be welcomed back to campus. However, it is also a time for current students to celebrate and show pride in their school. With various events happening throughout the weekend, all were initiated … Continue reading Homecoming Kickoff rallies school spirit

Najla Said’s “Palestine”

Catie Byrne and Emily Moser Staff Writers How do you identify yourself? How do others identify you? Who are you?             These difficult questions were addressed in the 2016, Keker First Year Common Read, “Looking for Palestine: Growing up Confused in an Arab-American Family,” by Najla Said.                 And on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at noon, Said met for a private, intimate lunch in Cone … Continue reading Najla Said’s “Palestine”

Student Art League: workshop on monotype printmaking

Emily Moser   Staff Writer Have you ever heard of, made, or seen a monotype print? Maybe you are an expert; maybe you have absolutely no idea what it is; or, maybe you have heard of it, but never made one. Well, wherever you fall on that spectrum, I can guarantee that you have at least seen one, even unknowingly. Before Tuesday, Oct. 11, I fell … Continue reading Student Art League: workshop on monotype printmaking

Henri Matisse: a printmaker and sculptor

Emily Moser   Staff Writer Henri Matisse once said: “It has bothered me all my life that I do not paint like everybody else.” Matisse truly did have a unique style, and as such, is acclaimed for his use of bright, colorful and idealized pieces. His work defies perspective, natural anatomy and typical color choices. As a famous impressionist painter, he revolutionized the world of … Continue reading Henri Matisse: a printmaker and sculptor