How an American man invented Syria’s most famous lesbian activist 

Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer   Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight.    In 2011, a Syrian blogger writing under … Continue reading How an American man invented Syria’s most famous lesbian activist 

Remembering Blackout Tuesday

Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer  Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our current social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight.    During the first half of 2020, … Continue reading Remembering Blackout Tuesday

Finding Your Path as a Transfer Student 

Kaylee Roberts  Transferring to a new university can bring a mix of anticipation and uncertainty. At UNC Greensboro, transfer students are not only welcomed, but integral to the Spartan community. According to the UNC Greensboro website, nearly 40% of UNCG’s student body in 2024 were transfer students, and each year, over 2,000 transfer students come to UNCG. These transfers come from community colleges, four-year institutions, … Continue reading Finding Your Path as a Transfer Student 

The history of Pickmeisha

  Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer  Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our current social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight.    In online feminist discourse, one … Continue reading The history of Pickmeisha

Talia’s Tastes: Dame’s Chicken and Waffles  

Talia Gray  Welcome to the column that I will be affectionately calling, “Talia’s Tastes”. Here, we will explore all the food, attractions, and activities that Greensboro has to offer. For this issue, I think it’s best to start with a classic restaurant well-known in the Triad. That’s right, we’re talking about Dame’s Chicken and Waffles! Of course, based on their name, we can all guess … Continue reading Talia’s Tastes: Dame’s Chicken and Waffles  

Anonymous Explorers 

By Anonymous  Over the weekend, I had the pleasure of teleconferencing with Ardell, Monty-Clause, Tike, Rian, and Anderson; all nicknames to preserve anonymity. I initially learned about the group of incognito explorers when I set out on my own expedition around Linville Falls, North Carolina, with a friend. Arnold, or “Arrie” as his friends call him, whom we met in passing, invited us to join … Continue reading Anonymous Explorers 

Communication Studies Seniors and their Mentors

Rocky Moore As we approach the end of the semester and seniors prepare to walk across the stage at graduation, the students in CST-499 Senior Capstone reflect on the unique opportunity of having a mentor during their final semester of college. The class, taught by Dr. Jessica McCall, allows for seniors in the Communication Studies department to review the content they have learned throughout the … Continue reading Communication Studies Seniors and their Mentors

The North Carolina Juvenile Justice Behavioral Health Partnerships (NC JJBH) 

Elio Andreoli, Tyler Adderley, Sean Skinkle  For many young folks, involvement in the Juvenile Justice System is not just about facing consequences, but also about navigating trauma, mental health challenges, or substance use in a system that may not see the full scope of their needs. Did you know that over 50% of youth in contact with the juvenile justice system have some type of … Continue reading The North Carolina Juvenile Justice Behavioral Health Partnerships (NC JJBH) 

NC Youth & Family Voices Amplified (NCVA) 

Cohan Council, Jalen Drayton, MacKenzie Wofford  For those who have experienced mental health challenges, NC Youth & Family Voices Amplified (NCVA) offers a chance to lead others to healing. NCVA prepares individuals to become compassionate and effective Family Peer Support Specialists.   Family Peer Support Specialists work closely alongside families, guiding them through their mental health journeys and providing personalized support. Unlike traditional therapists, they rely … Continue reading NC Youth & Family Voices Amplified (NCVA) 

More Than a Service: The Misson Behind NC High Fidelity Wraparound 

Enzo Dovlo, Zania Johnson, Amya Smith   In North Carolina, children and families experiencing serious mental and behavioral health challenges often struggle to find support that truly addresses their individual needs. The NC High Fidelity Wraparound (HFW) was created to change that. It offers care that is family driven, strength based and rooted in collaboration. It all started when Judge George F. Bason saw a young … Continue reading More Than a Service: The Misson Behind NC High Fidelity Wraparound