Jamie Biggs    Staff Writer             Oftentimes students find themselves wanting to give back—to devote their time to something charitable as opposed to the daily lull of self-involved classes and work. It can be especially difficult to find opportunity to do so with the busy schedule that accompanies the title of “college student.”             There is not an abundance of time to search out organizations … Continue reading Boxes of Love

     Jamie Biggs Staff Writer       “Keep your phones on. I’m being arrested.”         This message appeared on my phone just after midnight on April 1 in a group conversation I share with friends. I was tired and on my way to bed, not thinking about the fact that it was no longer March 31 and that the friend who sent the message … Continue reading April Fools’ Day

Jamie Biggs     Staff Writer  At 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 22, a crowd of people filled the Cone ballroom in the EUC at UNCG to listen to author Chris Abani as he read passages from his works, as well as provided insights and advice in a question and answer session.            The event began with a brief introduction from UNCG professor, Alexandra Moore, who, along … Continue reading Author Chris Abani’s Reading

Jamie Biggs   Staff Writer    The name Norma McCorvey may not ring familiar to everyone reading. However, the court case of Roe V. Wade is instantly recognizable to a sizable portion of the United States. The case between plaintiff Jane Roe and attorney Henry Wade that ultimately affirmed abortion to be a constitutional right is one of the most famous and controversial court cases … Continue reading Norma McCorvey: Roe V. Wade