Nikki Yopp Staff Writer Voting is a right and a civic duty. That’s exactly what I was told whenever I was younger, but my parents also added in that if I abstained from voting, then I didn’t really have a right to complain. I took that as a chance to make sure that I am as educated as possible about different candidates and their … Continue reading First time voting
Catie Byrne Features Editor From 7-8 p.m. on Oct. 26, the Office of Intercultural Engagement and UNCG’s Queer Student Union hosted Dr. Jim Carmichael, for “A Lesson in LGBTQ+ History.” Clad in a tweed suit jacket, a brown corduroy vest and a blue ascot, “A Lesson in LGBTQ+ History” speaker, Dr. Jim Carmichael, looked the academic that he is, and began his talk with a … Continue reading A lesson in LGBTQ+ history
Nikki Yopp Staff Writer “Do you believe in ghosts?” That was the first question that ghost hunter, Chris Fleming, had for his UNCG audience on Saturday, Oct. 29. The EUC Auditorium was filled to the brim at 8 p.m., the energy in the room teeming with anticipation for the haunting halloweekend experience. While the first portion of the Fleming’s’ show was educational, the spooky … Continue reading Ghost Hunter drops secrets of the paranormal
Jamie Biggs Staff Writer The week before Halloween isn’t normally met with seventy degree temperatures and the daily struggle of deciding whether boots or flip-flops are more appropriate for the day’s weather. Halloween falls during one of the busiest times of the semester for college students, with just one month left until studying and exams occupy all of our time. This year, the holiday … Continue reading ACE’s Halloween celebration
Shea Wixon Staff Writer The leaves start to change colors, as people begin to feel the spirit of the holidays; that first felt, is the spirit of Halloween. What is it about Halloween that so many people love? Maybe this love is rooted in one’s childhood — the thought that, as a kid, that one can get to be whoever or whatever for one … Continue reading Halloween Magic
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?
Jayda Brunson Staff Writer Halloween is my favorite holiday, and it was nice to know about all the festivities happening on campus this past weekend. Of these events, I went to “Fright Night,” which was hosted by the Spartan Village hall council at the Haywood Clubhouse. I was hesitant initially, to attend, until I read the flyer again, and noticed that there would be … Continue reading Spartan Village Fright Night
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
Jamie Biggs Staff Writer UNCG’s Asian Student Association hosted their third general body meeting of the semester on Wednesday, Oct. 19. Student Tom Truong, president of ASA, welcomed the attendees of the meeting, and followed with a presentation of information, which focused heavily on the country of Laos. Laos celebrated their liberation day on Oct. 12; Truong highlighted the country’s history and struggles to … Continue reading Asian Student Association
Jayda Brunson Staff Writer October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It is important to recognize that domestic violence, while frequently associated with physical violence, is not the only form of violence and abuse that people can face. In reality, domestic abusers often inflict a combination of physical, emotional and psychological abuse, on their victims. Further, this is pertinent to keep in mind for millennials … Continue reading Domestic violence is every generation’s problem
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