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Softball and Baseball Return to UNCG 

Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer  UNCG sports calendar is in full swing, as baseball and softball join the calendar and played its first games in Greensboro of the season. UNCG Softball kicked things off on February 12 with The Spiro Classic, facing off against Appalachian State, Columbia, and Fairfield throughout the weekend. Meanwhile, Baseball hosted a three-game series against nationally ranked No. 18 Kentucky. UNCG Men’s Basketball keeps with two … Continue reading Softball and Baseball Return to UNCG 

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Dressed for Success: CPD Career Closet Pop-Up 

Kaylee Roberts, Staff Writer, and Karis Hudgins, Social Media Manager   At the University of North Carolina Greensboro, preparing students for the transition from campus life to the professional world goes further than crafting resumes and expanding interview skills. It also means helping students present themselves confidently and professionally. A leading initiative in this effort is the Career Closet Pop-Up hosted by the Career and Professional Development … Continue reading Dressed for Success: CPD Career Closet Pop-Up 

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UNCG Basketball Grabs Back-to-Back Wins 

Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer  UNCG Men’s Basketball has roared back from a disappointing three-game losing streak last weekend to win two games on the bounce. The first match was at home against Western Carolina on Wednesday, February 4th, which UNCG won 81-78. The match highlighted the Spartans’ grit and determination, winning on a Justin Neely steal and WCU foul. The second match was a 67-64 road win against the Furman … Continue reading UNCG Basketball Grabs Back-to-Back Wins 

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‘Not Political’ is NOT a Flex

Sophia Tascone Often in conversations with other students, I am met with phrases like “I’m not political” or “I don’t do politics,” and every time, I visibly cringe. Politics are not something we can choose to “not do.” They surround us in almost every aspect of our lives, whether we notice it or not. By disengaging with politics, you are also disengaging with social justice, human rights, the affordability of food and housing, and … Continue reading ‘Not Political’ is NOT a Flex

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Valentine’s Week Events at UNC Greensboro 

Jessi Rae Morton, News Editor  The spring semester is well underway at UNC Greensboro, but most of us have spent the last couple of weeks attending classes remotely and completing coursework online due to inclement weather. With the campus returning to regular in-person instruction just in time for Valentine’s Day later this week, there are many opportunities coming up to socialize and reconnect with on-campus events … Continue reading Valentine’s Week Events at UNC Greensboro 

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Campus Resources: The Communication Lab 

Talia Gray, Features Editor   Photo from Communication Lab Instagram.  This is the first installment of a Features series on the various campus resources available to students here at UNCG. Each installment will be based on an interview with a representative from the given office in an effort to demystify these integral parts of our campus community. In today’s installment, we will focus on the university’s Communication Lab.   The Communication Lab is a student support service located in MHRA 3211 (the … Continue reading Campus Resources: The Communication Lab 

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What I Wish I’d Known Before My Last Semester

Caroline Turner, Opinions Editor  Everyone tells you your last semester of college will fly by. What they don’t tell you is that it can also feel strangely heavy. On the first day of my final semester of undergrad, I sat at my desk drinking a coffee and scrolling through my syllabi, waiting for the rush of excitement I assumed would come. My calendar had fewer classes and fewer deadlines than it ever had … Continue reading What I Wish I’d Known Before My Last Semester

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Protecting Your Peace: Staying Informed in Hard Times 

Imani Tailly, News Writer  I’m sure most readers are aware of the recent events that have been happening across the United States. From the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife to the murders of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by ICE agents in Minneapolis, the world is in a state of chaos, confusion, anger, and sadness, and it can weigh heavily on us all. Although many of us want to stay informed, the news can feel like too much to deal with. With … Continue reading Protecting Your Peace: Staying Informed in Hard Times 

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Navigating Mental Health as a First Year College Student

Miya Dunn   Starting college has been one of the biggest transitions in my life. Everyone always talks about how exciting it is to meet new people, live on your own, and finally have freedom, but not enough people talk about how stressful and overwhelming it can actually be. As a first-year student, I’ve realized that taking care of my mental health is just as important as keeping up with my classes, as well as trying … Continue reading Navigating Mental Health as a First Year College Student

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UNCG Basketball Struggles at the Weekend

Sergio Guerra, Sports Editor/Photographer UNCG Basketball has had a couple of losses this snowy weekend in Southern Conference action. The UNCG Women’s Basketball team was in action at home on January 22 against Chattanooga and Saturday morning against ETSU in preparation of snow. The Spartans dropped both games, stretching their current losing streak to 4 and snapping an unbeaten run in Bodford Arena (formerly Fleming … Continue reading UNCG Basketball Struggles at the Weekend