Crystal Thompson, Features Editor In the next couple of days, people across the globe will start preparations for another holiday season that will extend into the new year. Along with the stress of cooking large meals to satisfy family members aged 7 to 77, shopping for personalized gifts, decorating, and crowds comes the worry about finances, awkward moments around the dinner table, and a rush … Continue reading ‘Tis the Season for Kindness
Mathilde Spiropoulos In just a few short hours, entire cities can be submerged, homes overtaken by floods, and lives turned upside-down by the relentless rise of water. Floods are now increasing in frequency under the effects of climate change. Unfortunately, 90% of all natural disasters involve flooding, accompanied by high costs, whether economic or human life. According to Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters “in 2024 … Continue reading When the Waters Rise: Acting Now to Prevent Tomorrow’s Floods
by Mathilde Spiropoulos This is the second and final part of a two-part series. For more information or to read Part One, please visit last week’s publication. Wildfires may seem unstoppable, but they aren’t. Greece recently introduced fire prevention strategies that are already making an impact. These strategies are composed of public awareness campaigns that educate, forest management, and clearing. Another strategy is improved surveillance … Continue reading Wildfire Impacts: Part Two of a Two-Part Series
by Mathilde Spiropoulos Wildfires are no longer an occasional disaster; they are a devastating new normal. From Greece’s forests engulfed in flames to California’s rolling hills reduced to ash, wildfires have left behind thousands of stories of heartbreak and resilience. But they are also a call to action we can no longer afford to ignore. We have the power to reduce their impact and frequency … Continue reading Wildfire Impacts: Part One of a Two Part Series
Crystal Thompson, Features Editor About a month ago, The Carolinian featured a story about Foster Forward, a UNCG organization aiming to provide a system of support for students who’ve aged out of foster care. Summer Ranson is the vice president and has a unique, complex experience. She was fortunate enough to not age out but was still part of the system. “I intended to age … Continue reading A New Start for Summer Ranson
Crystal Thompson, Features Editor The current political climate is chaotic. Candidates are making promises left and right, the people are taking sides with fervor, and conversations about the most mundane subjects have the potential to become political in nature. Black women’s health has historically been absent from debates and bills, regardless of whether or not we’re in election season or who the candidates are. For … Continue reading Valerie Sahket McConnell Speaks Candidly about Black Women’s Health
Crystal Thompson, Features Editor When Saint James First Baptist Church in Troutman, NC, needed a guest speaker for their event at Tanglewood Park, ten-year-old Rilynn Harper didn’t hesitate to volunteer. She had an important message to share with everyone, no matter their demographics: “Be kind! Put yourself in other people’s shoes,” she said, sitting criss-crossed. This is just one of the many tips she has … Continue reading Rilynn Harper’s Stand Against Bullying
Crystal Thompson, Features Editor Phrases like “find your mojo,” “find your groove,” and “find your rhythm” are all encouraging suggestions to push people towards accomplishing their goals. What you won’t hear is “find Minerva,” unless it’s a more literal request made by teachers challenging their students in early-semester scavenger hunts to familiarize them with campus. Otherwise, the phrase “find Minerva” is not a real thing … Continue reading Finding Minerva Beyond the Statue
Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer UNCG Recap 9-9 A weekly recap of UNCG events, told in photos. Background music: serenity by Prod. Riddiman Continue reading Weekly Recap, 9/9-9/15
Crystal Thompson, Features Editor In 2008, Natalie Paul faced the same challenges most high school seniors do, but there was one difference: she was doing it alone. When she turned 18, all the difficulties of being independent, moving away to college, and maintaining a social life were compounded by the fact that she would soon age out of foster care. This meant she would have … Continue reading Fostering the Future: A Spotlight on Natalie Paul
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