Jamie Biggs Staff Writer On Thursday, Sep. 29, the Academy Award-winning film, “A Separation,” was shown in the School of Education building. The film follows the story of members of the Iranian society, post 1979 Iranian revolution. The showing of “A Separation” was a part of the Human Rights Film Series, currently taking place at UNCG. The film series itself, is in partnership … Continue reading Human Rights Film Series: A Separation
Jamie Biggs Staff Writer On Tuesday, Sep. 20, UNCG hosted the first “Brown is the New White” event, in the Cone Ballroom at the Elliot University Center. The program was organized by faculty and students, including Sarah Carrig, a Spanish professor from the department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at UNCG. Attendees of “Brown is the New White,” were able to observe discussions … Continue reading Brown is the new white
Catie Byrne Features Editor Clad in an orange jumpsuit and bright smile, UNCG graduate student, Sherrill Roland, spoke with this reporter regarding his remarkable story, and The Jumpsuit Project. Roland’s story: that he was wrongfully incarcerated in a Washington D.C. state prison for 10 months and two weeks; his project: to wear an orange prison jumpsuit for the remainder of the 2016-2017 school year. At … Continue reading Sherrill Roland: The Jumpsuit Project
Emily Moser Staff Writer Henri Matisse once said: “It has bothered me all my life that I do not paint like everybody else.” Matisse truly did have a unique style, and as such, is acclaimed for his use of bright, colorful and idealized pieces. His work defies perspective, natural anatomy and typical color choices. As a famous impressionist painter, he revolutionized the world of … Continue reading Henri Matisse: a printmaker and sculptor
Nikki Yopp Staff Writer Imagine this; walking into the new Rec center and craving something new and exciting. Weights are a norm, and the track can be monotonous. Sure, the new classes available are interesting, but the real excitement, happens on Wednesday nights. Kayak pool sessions are a new and unique adventure that every UNCG student should embark on. Whether a seasoned kayak vet, … Continue reading Come out and tryak a kayak!
Shea Wixson Staff Writer I was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of six, and I honestly cannot remember life before my diagnosis. I was asked the other day, if, given the choice, I would change the fact that I have Type 1 diabetes, and truthfully, the answer is no. Diabetes is by no means a walk in the park. Every day … Continue reading Would you rewind time?
Shea Wixson Staff Writer Greenhill, NC Center for Arts, is holding the exhibit, “Insistent Objects: Works by Young NC Sculptors,” from now until Nov. 6, 2016. The collection is comprised of eighteen artists all differing in age, live in North Carolina, and either teach art or have graduated from an MFA art program. The exhibit is, in its entirety, a focus on pieces made … Continue reading Insistent Objects- I insist you go
Nikki Yopp and Jayda Brunson Staff Writers On Sept. 18, 2016 Tate Street was anything but calm. Residents of the Greensboro community flooded the street for food, local businesses and, of course, live music. The annual Tate Street Festival draws crowds from different walks of life to support the Greensboro economic community. Local vendors on Tate Street even participated in the fun. Sisters on Tate, … Continue reading Tate Street Festival
Catie Byrne Features Editor As I was walking from class towards the Elliott University Center, a peculiar sign caught my eye. In bold text overlaid with the American flag, the sign read: “True legends never die.” Below this text, was a picture of a gorilla, and below the gorilla, read the text: “Rush Pi Kappa Phi.” This gorilla, I knew, was the gorilla killed … Continue reading Pepe: what does this meme?
Jamie Biggs Staff Writer On Tuesday, Sep. 13, the Carolina Theatre hosted a showing of the classic 1954 movie: “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.” In a time where we have the ability to stream nearly any movie we want without leaving the comfort of our couches, going to a theater to see anything other than the newest releases may seem ridiculous to some. … Continue reading Experiencing the past at the Carolina Theatre
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