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Mike Pence rallies conservative voters in Greensboro

Jack Payton   Staff Writer GREENSBORO- Vice Presidential Candidate Mike Pence (R-IN) held a rally in the Greensboro Coliseum on October 24 to support running mate Donald Trump and to encourage voter participation in the upcoming election. Pence focused on the values of the Republican Party and plans for the country once elected. His talking points included economic revitalization through tax cuts on the upper … Continue reading Mike Pence rallies conservative voters in Greensboro

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Michelle Obama and Hillary Clinton rally at Wake Forest, emphasize unity and voting

Zachary Weaver   News Editor  First Lady Michelle Obama and Presidential Candidate Hillary Clinton (D) jointly held a rally at Wake Forest University on Thursday, November 27 in support of Clinton’s campaign. Clinton spoke first, topics including the support of Governor Candidate Roy Cooper (D-NC) and Senatorial Candidate Deborah Ross (D-NC), climate change, veterans support, marriage equality, immigration reform, economic equality, affordable education, and ending … Continue reading Michelle Obama and Hillary Clinton rally at Wake Forest, emphasize unity and voting

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Email dump reveals inner workings of Clinton campaign

Daniel Bayer   Staff Writer GREENSBORO – Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton’s leaked emails have led to criticism of the candidate both from allies on the left as well as her opponent, Republican nominee Donald Trump. United States intelligence agencies have said the emails were hacked from Clinton Campaign Chairman John Podesta’s email account by Russian hackers, in an unprecedented attempt by a foreign government … Continue reading Email dump reveals inner workings of Clinton campaign

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NC redistricting stems from controversy, causes confusion

Sarah Kate Purnell   Staff Writer Some of the state districts used in November’s election have been ruled unconstitutional by federal courts. Despite the resolution of the 13 US congressional districts earlier this year, the districts which will determine NC state legislators have not been updated. Every ten years, congressional district lines are redrawn after the United States census. The purpose is to ensure that … Continue reading NC redistricting stems from controversy, causes confusion

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100 Years of Planning Parenthood

Jack Payton   Staff Writer On October 16, Planned Parenthood celebrated its centennial anniversary, marking 100 years of reproductive health services. The non-profit organization, which focuses on providing and promoting reproductive services and education to the public, was founded by Margaret Sanger (1879-1966), who opened the first birth control clinic in the United States on October 16, 1916, in Brooklyn, New York. Since then, the … Continue reading 100 Years of Planning Parenthood

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The Aftermath of Hurricane Matthew

  Maryam Mohamed  Staff Writer NORTH CAROLINA- From September 28 to October 10 Hurricane Matthew pummeled the Atlantic area, causing damage and loss of life to Haiti, the United States, the Bahamas and the Dominican Republic, among others. The catastrophic effects of Hurricane Matthew continue to plague the southeastern United States, where 43 lives were lost. Flooding and other hurricane-related problems still threaten North Carolina. … Continue reading The Aftermath of Hurricane Matthew

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FACULTY FORUM ON UNCG’S PLAN OF GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT

Antonio Alamillo  Staff Writer On Wednesday October 19, a faculty forum was held to discuss Global Engagement teaching and opportunities. Global Engagement is a UNCG five-year plan that strives to prepare students for the increasingly prominent global society through classes, academic and extracurricular events, and studying abroad. Examples of Global engagement programs include the Keker’s First Year Common Read (KFYCR) and Intercultural Competency Workshops. Dr. … Continue reading FACULTY FORUM ON UNCG’S PLAN OF GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT

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Candidate policies clash in last Presidential Debate

Zachary Weaver   News Editor The third and final Presidential Debate was held on Wednesday, October 19 at the University of Nevada’s Thomas and Mack Center, with Candidates Hillary Clinton (D) and Donald Trump (R) debating their plans on economics, immigration, and foreign policy. The debate was moderated by Fox News anchor Chris Wallace, and followed a format of question-answers-open discussion. The evening was characterized … Continue reading Candidate policies clash in last Presidential Debate

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Greensboro City Council discusses peace festivals, hate speech

Jayce Shore  Staff Writer On October 18, 2016, the Greensboro City Council convened to discuss resolutions on solidarity and hate speech in Greensboro. The session began with a resolution to recognize the 150th year anniversary of Saint Matthews United Methodist Church in Warnersville. The church has the distinction of being the oldest and largest African-American church in the Western North Carolina Conference. The church was … Continue reading Greensboro City Council discusses peace festivals, hate speech

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Donald Trump rallies in Greensboro, discusses plans and controversies

Zachary Weaver   News Editor Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump held a campaign rally in Greensboro on Friday, October 14, discussing foreign policy, his economic plans, Democratic Candidate Hillary Clinton, and his sexual assault allegations. The rally was held at the White Oaks Amphitheater, the same venue President Obama spoke at on October 11. Trump began by offering condolences for Hurricane Matthew’s destruction in North … Continue reading Donald Trump rallies in Greensboro, discusses plans and controversies

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