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E-Sports Arena Announces New VR Feature: Fully Funded Department Simulator 

Aidan Van Nynatten  News Writer  Photo credit: UNCG Esports  This past weekend, the Esports Arena in the William E. Moran Commons issued perhaps its most exciting announcement since opening: the VR section will now be preloaded with a new game titled Fully Funded Department Simulator. The breakthrough game results from a collaboration between computer programming student interns from UNCG and industry professionals.   Playtesters from the … Continue reading E-Sports Arena Announces New VR Feature: Fully Funded Department Simulator 

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For Gerald: Search History-based Ads: Satire

Patrick O’ConnellStaff Writer Marketing companies and media conglomerates are building files on us based on our internet usage. They put us into demographics within demographics, trying to target us with the most effective, useful and influential advertisements. They’ve tracked everything I’ve ever purchased drunk, the types of videos I watch after work and the music I listen to when I’m sad. They pretty much know … Continue reading For Gerald: Search History-based Ads: Satire

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But What of The 1%?: Satire

Ron de VaronaStaff Writer A new age is dawning on our democracy. It is one brought on the socialist shoulders of the ones known as the “Yang Gang.” Their plan, one might ask? Oh, well, it is one that would destroy the very bedrock our nation was founded on. Imagine this: every single United States citizen, regardless of class or health, would receive $1000 a … Continue reading But What of The 1%?: Satire

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Satire: Why the Oxford Comma is Racist

Patrick O’Connell Staff Writer The Oxford comma is a fiercely debated grammar rule that has split writers, scholars and readers alike. Most people in favor of the oxford comma see it as an effective way to clarify sentences that use lists with more than two subjects in it. Those that oppose the comma align themselves with the Associated Press style guide and the journalists who … Continue reading Satire: Why the Oxford Comma is Racist

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