SGA President expresses new plans

 Trinity Draughn    Staff Writer UNC-Greensboro’s  new student government president for the 2015-2016 year, Brittany Hudson, has plans for the Student Government Association (SGA). Coming into her fourth year as a SGA member, she expressed enthusiasm to be able to take over this position and execute her many plans for the students of UNCG. She has served on every branch and board within SGA during … Continue reading SGA President expresses new plans

Trading up to Trader Joe’s

Trinity Draughn     Staff Writer Trader Joe’s, a chain grocery store with specialty foods, made clear that it currently has no intentions of coming to Greensboro. Despite the claim, synerG Young Professionals group is making an effort to bring the specialty snack shop back into the picture for Greensboro. Last year, the city of Greensboro considered approving Trader Joe’s request for rezoning the property … Continue reading Trading up to Trader Joe’s

ThinkHouse

 Trinity Draughn     Staff Writer This fall the Greensboro community welcomed a new organization called ThinkHouse U. The brainchild of Christopher Gergen, Jason Widen and their group, Forward Impact, ThinkHouse U is an opportunity for young entrepreneurs in the Greensboro area. The program is available to students who are entering their sophomore year or older with an idea for a business plan they want … Continue reading ThinkHouse

HQ Greensboro

 Trinity Draughn     Staff Writer Last Wednesday HQ Greensboro, a new entrepreneurial organization, welcomed numerous guests to its grand opening event. This collaboration with HQ Raleigh has been designed with the intent of providing beginning and existing entrepreneurs with a flexible, affordable and high-tech work environment. The organization will officially open on Sept. 1. HQ Greensboro plans on facilitating a trusted working environment and … Continue reading HQ Greensboro

Gilliam Gives First Address at State of the University

Trinity Draughn    Staff Writer On Wednesday, Aug. 12 Chancellor-Elect Dr. Franklin D. Gilliam addressed the university for the first time. Prior to the formal introduction of Gilliam, a list of his preceding achievements were mentioned, including his time spent as Dean of Luskin School of Public affairs at the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA). Gilliam showed enthusiasm about his new position and … Continue reading Gilliam Gives First Address at State of the University