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Greensboro’s sixth annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer The city of Greensboro held its sixth annual Memorial Stair Climb on Saturday, September 3 at the Bellemeade Parking Deck, located on 220 N. Greene St. This event honors those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 in New York City. The Greensboro Fire Department continues to host this event annually due to the vast turnout of community members … Continue reading Greensboro’s sixth annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

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Rising temperatures highlight UNCG sustainability efforts

  Daniel Bayer   Staff Writer GREENSBORO- There are times when the term “hot” is a good thing: when meals arrive at tables, when an entertainer performs, and when furnaces works in January. But hot is less positive when it comes to global temperatures, which reached a new peak in July, the hottest month in recorded history according to NASA and the National Oceanic and … Continue reading Rising temperatures highlight UNCG sustainability efforts

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HB2 receives injunction on UNC campuses from federal judge

  Zachary Weaver   News Editor On Friday, August 26 a federal judge ruled that HB2 could not be enforced on two UNC students and an employee, as a result of an American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)-represented lawsuit. Appointed by then-President George W. Bush in 2008, US Middle District Court Article III Judge Thomas Schroeder’s ruled in favor of a temporary injunction against HB2. The … Continue reading HB2 receives injunction on UNC campuses from federal judge

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UNCG Career Service Center offers new events

Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer **The date for the upcoming event has been changed.  GREENSBORO – With the new school year, UNCG students will visit the Career Service Center (CSC) hoping to find part-time employment. The center aims to assist students in finding the most suitable employment position to accommodate their needs. Each year the Career Service Center looks for diverse ways to advance the … Continue reading UNCG Career Service Center offers new events

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Faculty Senate looks to new year

Daniel Bayer   Staff Writer GREENSBORO- The UNCG Faculty Senate will continue strengthening the university’s mission and the status of its faculty in 2016, according to Faculty Senate Chair Dr. Anne Wallace. “The Faculty Senate’s primary responsibilities are promoting academic excellence, matters involving curriculum, teaching, classroom policies that affect student welfare and learning,” Wallace stated, “and insuring faculty welfare in areas ranging from credentialing and … Continue reading Faculty Senate looks to new year

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Welcoming the Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness

Sarah Kate Purnell   Staff Writer On August 1, the Campus Staff at UNCG Weekly announced the Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness’ official public opening. Located next to UNCG’s Spartan Village on W. Gate City Boulevard, the Kaplan Center acts as a replacement for the old Rec Center, with old features carrying over and new additions. 20,000 square feet of weight and fitness space, … Continue reading Welcoming the Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness

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LeBauer Park opens in downtown Greensboro

Sarah Kate Purnell   Staff Writer GREENSBORO – Downtown Greensboro’s LeBauer Park officially opened to the public on Monday, August 8. The opening included many important participants both attendance and speaking, including Greensboro Mayor Nancy Vaughan. The park was established from the estate of Carolyn LeBauer, in memoriam following her passing. Carolyn Weill LeBauer, of Greensboro, who passed away in March 2012, left a bequest … Continue reading LeBauer Park opens in downtown Greensboro

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UNCG Career Service Center to hold Part Time Job Fair on Sept. 24

Zachary Weaver   News Editor The UNCG Career Services Center (CSC) will hold the Part Time Job Fair on Wednesday, August 24 from 12:30-4 p.m. in the EUC’s Cone Ballroom. The fair will be open to all students, providing a venue where they can meet and talk with employers and potentially apply for a job on the spot. Opportunities generally focus on jobs linked to … Continue reading UNCG Career Service Center to hold Part Time Job Fair on Sept. 24

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Early voting compromise approved by Guilford County Board of Elections

Allen Walker   Staff Writer At a meeting on Monday, August 8th, Guilford County Board of Elections unanimously approved an early voting plan for the 2016 election cycle. The plan consists of 25 sites and includes weekend voting hours. The new plan offers more locations and more flexible hours compared to the 2012 election. A full list of early voting locations is available on the … Continue reading Early voting compromise approved by Guilford County Board of Elections

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UNCG Rawkin’ Welcome Week

Maryam Mohamed   Staff Writer GREENSBORO – As the 2016-2017 school year quickly approaches, UNC Greensboro has begun hosting their annual Rawkin’ Welcome Week events. These events primarily focus on welcoming students to the school and gives them a taste of the campus. “We choose to host Rawkin’ Welcome Week every year because we see it as an important time for students to become connected … Continue reading UNCG Rawkin’ Welcome Week

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