Tag: opinions

Sticky post
Features

What Is Attainability, If Not Affordability? 

Ezra Franchi This Tuesday, December 2nd, the newly elected city council members and mayor will be sworn in—this is Greensboro’s first majority-Black council, making this a historic win, as described by Carolinian editor, Nora Webb.  Voters from Greensboro say that “property taxes, affordable housing and bringing business to Greensboro” are most important to them. People are in desperate need of a change, and they’ve turned to the Mayor Pro Tempore, … Continue reading What Is Attainability, If Not Affordability? 

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
Opinions

When Does AI Stop Being a Tool and Start Being the Author? 

Sydney Lohr, Staff Writer  Last month, a video of Jake Paul giving a makeup tutorial went viral across social media. At first glance, you might think Paul was dabbling in a new career path.   How could you not? Everything looked real—the voice, the gestures, the editing—but it wasn’t him. It was a deepfake, generated by artificial intelligence.   With over 10.4 million views on TikTok, the video didn’t just entertain; it sparked concern. One user wrote, “Not gonna lie, this is … Continue reading When Does AI Stop Being a Tool and Start Being the Author? 

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
Opinions

Rescuing the Hostages: A Rebuttal to Pumpkin Spice 

Christie Cary  *This article is written in response to a previously published article available here. *  Pumpkin spice season is upon us—and it is everywhere: lattes, cappuccinos, creamers, coffees, teas, beers, liqueurs, cocktails, pies, cakes, muffins, cookies, pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, candy, ice cream, gelato…you get the picture. With the overabundance of this cinnamon-nutmeg-clove-allspice monstrosity pervading the nasal passages of the general population, I have to respectfully disagree with Brytani: pumpkin spice should be … Continue reading Rescuing the Hostages: A Rebuttal to Pumpkin Spice 

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
Opinions

Trump’s two scoops of ice cream 

Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer   Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight.   During President Trump’s first term in office, it seemed to … Continue reading Trump’s two scoops of ice cream 

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
Letters from the Editors

“Everybody look what’s going down”: The Pentagon’s new press policy and why you should care

Carole-Anne Morris, Editor-in-Chief   I love that old Buffalo Springfield song. You know the one: “I think it’s time we stop/ Children, what’s that sound?/ Everybody look what’s going down.” One of the best protest anthems ever penned. It’s a gentle, almost tender admonition of apathy that stirs me every time I hear it.   Most people, including myself until the writing of this article, assume “For What It’s Worth” is a response … Continue reading “Everybody look what’s going down”: The Pentagon’s new press policy and why you should care

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
arts and entertainment

The three popstars critics expected to be lesbian 

Virginia Weaver, Senior Staff Writer  Microwaved Beef is a column by Virginia Weaver that reflects on flashpoints from the last few years in the culture wars. The rapid pace of contemporary discourse makes it easy to forget critical moments and trends that have defined our social and academic lives. Microwaved Beef brings those moments back into the spotlight.    In mid-2025, the lesbian pop world allegedly … Continue reading The three popstars critics expected to be lesbian 

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
Opinions

Under 11% of Greensboro Voters Participated in October’s Special Election. Let’s Make Today Different. 

Nora Webb, Publisher & Sophia Tascone, Staff Writer  Election Day has arrived, and with it comes Greensboro’s general election for Mayor and City Council members; this article covers voting information and descriptions of the candidates in both races.  Only voters registered at an address within Greensboro city limits are eligible to vote in this election.    In-person voting on Election Day is by assigned precinct and … Continue reading Under 11% of Greensboro Voters Participated in October’s Special Election. Let’s Make Today Different. 

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
Opinions

Doomscrolling? Not Your Fault – Blame the Infinite Scroll 

Ezra-Oscar Franchi It’s all too common now for children and adults alike to spend hours awake past their bedtimes using their phones. People are reportedly much lonelier and struggle with real-life social connections. Many people report social media as the leading cause, which isn’t unbelievable. We’ve known for a long time how addictive social media is.  But doesn’t it feel like, back in the early … Continue reading Doomscrolling? Not Your Fault – Blame the Infinite Scroll 

Unknown's avatarcarolinianweb2 Comments
Opinions

The Real Cost of Parking at UNC Greensboro  

Karis Hudgins, Social Media Manager/Associate Editor   At the University of North Carolina Greensboro, parking has evolved from a minor inconvenience to a daily challenge that affects students financially, logistically, and even academically. As the university continues to grow each semester, welcoming more students, expanding academic programs, and funding new campus facilities, the needs of students also increase. Yet, much of the campus’s infrastructure, specifically parking, … Continue reading The Real Cost of Parking at UNC Greensboro  

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment
featured, Opinions

Pumpkin Spice Has Taken Hostages, and One of Them Is Me 

Brytani Raymond, Copy Editor  Long ago, pumpkin spice season used to arrive gently, like a crisp breeze on a September afternoon. A latte here, a candle there, and maybe a pie or two. It was something you could savor slowly, a gentle nudge that the year was turning. Now it leaps out like a cat in a room full of rocking chairs.  Walk into any … Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Has Taken Hostages, and One of Them Is Me 

Unknown's avatarcarolinianwebLeave a comment