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A Late Historical Christmas Tour in Auburn, New York

Rachel SpinellaFeatures Editor On December 21 of 2018, an event took place at the William Seward House in Auburn, New York. Seward has been known throughout history for being President Abraham Lincoln’s right hand man, abolitionist, supporter of women’s rights and friend of Harriet Tubman. He resided at the Seward House in Auburn with his family. Usually the Seward House is reserved for more historical … Continue reading A Late Historical Christmas Tour in Auburn, New York

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Meet Nyle DiMarco: A Deaf Man Defying Societal Stereotypes

Rachel SpinellaFeatures Editor When one thinks of Sign Language, you may think of it as the language for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, not Hearing Impaired like many people still assume today. Some people believe that Sign Language is a universal language, and this is false. There are many specific kinds of Sign Language in different countries. For example, in the U.S, people who … Continue reading Meet Nyle DiMarco: A Deaf Man Defying Societal Stereotypes

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Supremacist Manifesto at Syracuse University?

Rachel SpinellaStaff Writer On Nov. 21 of 2019, according to CBS News, reports were made that a white supremacist manifesto was sent to students of Syracuse University through AirDrop. However, two days ago, the chancellor stated that it was likely a hoax while also pointing out that the school hadn’t responded to other racist incidents.  On Monday, authorities said they had received reports in which … Continue reading Supremacist Manifesto at Syracuse University?

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What to do about Hate Groups

Megan PociaskStaff Writer The ultra-divisive hate group, Westboro Baptist Church made multiple stops at various universities throughout North Carolina, including Guilford College, Duke, and UNCG last Monday on November 18.  Though they legally could not be stopped, the arrival of the hate group, most commonly known for its outlandish jeering towards gay people and offensive displays at military funerals, prompted students, professors and others to … Continue reading What to do about Hate Groups

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Art Intervention: ‘Take a lunch break’ at UNCG

Gabrielle LowreyStaff Writer On Wednesday Nov. 20 students at Gatewood art studios held an art intervention to raise awareness about the lack of time art students have to eat lunch between their classes.  Five art students at UNCG came together to create an art collective entitled ‘Take a Lunch Break,’ which discusses the 10 minute breaks given between their 3 hour classes that are usually … Continue reading Art Intervention: ‘Take a lunch break’ at UNCG

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Mumps Outbreak Among N.C. College Campuses

Kathleen Estrada  Staff Writer  On Nov. 5, 2019, UNCG issued out an email to all students addressing the confirmed case of the mumps on campus. The email stated that there was one confirmed case and that all involved/ close contacts had been contacted by the Health Department of Guilford County.  The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that “Mumps is a contagious disease that is … Continue reading Mumps Outbreak Among N.C. College Campuses

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Poet Matt Hart Shares His Latest Book, “Everything Breaking / For Good”

Megan Pociask Staff Writer Formerly the lead vocalist for LOOKOUT! Records band Squirtgun, currently apart of the band NEVERNEW, as well the serving editor-in-chief of “Forklift, Ohio: A Journal of Poetry, Cooking, & Light Industrial Safety”, the multi-faceted poet Matt Hart was gracious enough to share some of his latest musings with the Greensboro community on Nov. 14 at Scuppernong Books.  After preparatory introductions and … Continue reading Poet Matt Hart Shares His Latest Book, “Everything Breaking / For Good”

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Queer Cafe invites LGBT+ students

Sydney Thompson Staff Writer On a cold Wednesday morning of Nov. 13, the reading room on the highest floor of the Jackson library had coffee and warm snacks waiting for students. On a table are supplies to make buttons with the signature flags of the LGBT+ identities. Several books lay out, resources for those same students.  The Jackson Library had hosted its first Queer Cafe that … Continue reading Queer Cafe invites LGBT+ students

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Reducing Your Carbon Footprint

Hannah LarsonStaff Writer Climate change is inevitable as the environment has reached a critical period. People may think that they don’t add to this cycle, however, everyone contributes a large part without realizing. There are several ways to reduce your carbon footprint by being aware of what is used in your day to day life.  According to the New York Times, a carbon footprint is … Continue reading Reducing Your Carbon Footprint

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Disney + Now Streaming

Kathleen Estrada Staff Writer On Tuesday, Nov. 12 the much anticipated Disney + launched, opening the vault of Disney to the public. In a similar stance to the popularized Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Prime, the app is set to offer Disney owned exclusive content. Which includes companies like Pixar, Marvel, the Star Wars franchise and even National Geographic.  Many are attracted to the price of $6.99 … Continue reading Disney + Now Streaming

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