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Misconceptions of Introversion

McKenzie CampbellStaff Writer Even for the most open-minded person, stereotypes about certain groups of people can be unknowingly entrenched in our minds from a very young age. Society already tells us what to think even if we have no prior knowledge of the subject. In a world where extroverts are praised for their preconceived outgoing and enthusiastic personalities, being an introvert can be difficult. Introversion … Continue reading Misconceptions of Introversion

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The Ghouls of UNCG

Megan PociaskStaff Writer As Halloween is just around the corner, it’s only natural to revisit legends of the hauntings that supposedly occur here at UNCG. The infamous Mary Foust Residence Hall is probably the most notably haunted residence hall on campus. It’s alleged that Mary Foust, who died during childbirth in 1925 and was the daughter of the university’s second president, walks throughout the second … Continue reading The Ghouls of UNCG

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Increased streaming of Podcasts

Gabrielle Lowery Staff Writer Have you ever wondered what the person next to you is listening to in their earbuds? Maybe it is their favorite artists, a phone call with a friend, or even a podcast. Recently, podcasts have become increasingly popular and are expected to grow exponentially in the next few years, but why the sudden obsession?  We live in a technology-driven society with many … Continue reading Increased streaming of Podcasts

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Hollywood Children: Insights on having Famous Parents

Gabrielle LoweryStaff Writer We all love looking at our favorite celebrities walking the red carpet, playing roles in big film and television productions and other mediated spotlights. We feel as if we know them because of the life they display on social media but what goes on in the lives of their children? How has the Hollywood industry affected the children of celebrities? Many of … Continue reading Hollywood Children: Insights on having Famous Parents

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Colonial Williamsburg

Rachel SpinellaFeatures Editor Almost three centuries ago, the city of Williamsburg, the original capital of Jamestown was founded in 1699. The city was named in honor of the reigning monarch at the time, King William III. Prior to its founding, it was once a part of a Native American tribe known as the Powhatan Confederacy. The Powhatan Confederacy was most notably known as the tribe … Continue reading Colonial Williamsburg

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Greensboro to Have First Mental Health Urgent Care in State

Peyton UpchurchStaff Writer On Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019, city officials broke ground on a new facility expected to assist adults and adolescents in Greensboro who are suffering from mental health crises by allowing them to avoid long emergency room wait times.  This new facility, located at 931 Third St., is the first of its kind in North Carolina and it is expected to open its … Continue reading Greensboro to Have First Mental Health Urgent Care in State

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John Hopkins Researcher Gives Talk to UNCG Chemistry Department

Marisa SloanStaff Writer On Oct. 4, the UNCG Department of Chemistry welcomed Dr. Rigoberto Hernandez, a researcher at Johns Hopkins University, as he gave a presentation on his recent nanoparticle research. Nanoparticles that are created today will end up as waste in the environment tomorrow, and Hernandez and his group aim to uncover what unintended effects these nanoparticles might bring about. A nanoparticle is a … Continue reading John Hopkins Researcher Gives Talk to UNCG Chemistry Department

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Do Video Games Cause Mass Shootings?

Syndney Thompson Staff Writer Another alert pops up on cell phones everywhere. Another mass shooting, it says. There was one like that the week before, and another the week before that. It becomes difficult to keep up with the increasing rate of mass shootings in America.  “It’s pretty scary,” said UNCG student Jillian Cain. “There’s that fear of ‘oh no, it’s happening again’ and you get … Continue reading Do Video Games Cause Mass Shootings?

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The Cold Hard Facts on Telecommuting

Mckenzie Campbell Staff Writer Imagine this: It’s a chilly Monday morning, and you wake up early enough just in time to start your workload for the day. But, instead of being in the hassle of transporting yourself to work through non-stop traffic, you’re able to turn on your laptop with a click of a button. Without moving from the comfort of your own home, you … Continue reading The Cold Hard Facts on Telecommuting

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Could Magic Mushrooms Help People Cope With Their Mental Health?

Kathleen Estrada Staff Writer When talking about psychedelics, most people think of the two most common types: LSD and magic mushrooms. They also think about the hallucinating effects that these drugs cause. However, most people don’t associate these drugs with medical research, but that’s exactly where science is going. It’s asking the question, can this type of drug be the center of the next cure for … Continue reading Could Magic Mushrooms Help People Cope With Their Mental Health?

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