Since the pandemic, it appears as if shopping has become primarily digital and the experience of shopping in stores has become a thing of the past. What effects did Covid-19 have on the shopping experience, and what lies ahead for the future of shopping? Veronica Glover Staff Writer With Black Friday quickly approaching, I wanted to get a head-start on my Christmas List. So, I … Continue reading Are We Done Shopping at the Mall?
Zavia Pittman Staff Writer As a black woman, I have had my fair share of experiences with being the minority. I once worked at a corporate office where the population mainly consisted of WASP’s (White Anglo-Saxon Protestants). I was also the youngest person there, essentially making me a double minority. I remember how comforting it was to find another person of color in the office. … Continue reading To Be Culturally Aware
Elizabeth “Eth” Hyman Staff Writer It would seem that it’s that time of year again: time to vote! With midterm elections right around the corner, the city of Greensboro is gearing up for voting season. Regardless of your party, your vote will be counted and valued in our great democratic process. Several locations all over the city have already opened. Specific to Guilford County, there … Continue reading Extra! Extra! Early Voting in the City!
Zavia Pittman Staff Writer I recently spoke to a loved one who works at a school about upcoming breaks in the semester, and she mentioned that a “Wellness Day” was coming up. I had never heard of such a holiday, and I began bombarding her with questions about what it was. She then explained to me how her school had recently introduced “well-being” days into … Continue reading Wellness Days: Are They Enough?
Sam Phillips Features Editor When Liz Truss announced her resignation as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom on Thursday, much was naturally made of her setting a new record for shortest tenure—45 days, plus a lame duck period before a successor is elected “within the week.” The previous record holder, George Canning, died after 119 days in office in 1827, meaning Truss is entirely likely … Continue reading Liz Truss joins venerable UK tradition by resigning in disgrace
“Wow! Lady, that is Amazing!” Erin Yandell Staff Writer These emboldened words perfectly describe the sassy, empowered duo of Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey. According to research done by a fan, Dr. Peter Thibodeau, Lady was said 636 times and Amazing was said 786 times by the 92nd episode. It investigates their friendship and emphasizes the show’s friendly atmosphere. “The Office” co-stars, Angela Kinsey and … Continue reading The Office Ladies Podcast
Aliyah Gibbs Staff Writer/Editor The perfect time of year has rolled around… finally. While I do appreciate the lovely attributes summer has to offer such as the beach, tri-colored popsicles and really exciting amusement parks, I am well-past ready to enjoy the coziness of the fall and winter seasons, where I can retreat to my personal “introvert’s paradise.” Since I will likely be enjoying the … Continue reading The Best Time of the Year
Joseph Clark Staff Writer Greensboro as a whole, and Spring Garden Street in particular, are home to some of the greatest restaurants North Carolina has to offer. As a young foodie myself, non native to this half of the I-85, I have made it my mission over my four years at UNCG to explore all that Greensboro has to offer the culinary world. Truth be … Continue reading New Eats on Spring Garden
The once chart-topping genre has now become outdated and not nearly as popular as it was in previous years. Has the unifying category of Rhythm & Blues died out? Veronica Glover Staff Writer I heard D’Angelo’s “Brown Sugar” (1995) recently and was caressed by the soothing notes of harmony and poetry throughout each verse. All of a sudden, I felt immense gratitude for the platinum … Continue reading What’s Happening to R&B?
Newspaper printing around the world has slowed down, or even ceased to exist for some publications—but why? What has happened to the daily ritual of reading prints and what does the future hold for publications extensively? Veronica Glover Senior Staff Writer Over the summer, no matter where I went, I noticed that there were hardly any newspaper stands around. I remember newspapers being a staple … Continue reading The Future of Newspapers: Where Have They Gone?
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