Embracing Stoic Philosophy: A Practical Guide to Thriving in College

Ronald Morris The college experience can be an exhilarating yet demanding phase of life. Developing a resilient and balanced approach is crucial as students navigate the challenges of academic pursuits, social interactions, and personal growth. Stoic philosophy, emphasizing self-discipline, inner tranquility, and virtuous living, offers a practical framework to confront the ups and downs of college life with wisdom and composure. Applying Stoic principles in … Continue reading Embracing Stoic Philosophy: A Practical Guide to Thriving in College

This Week at UNCG

Jessi Rae Morton News Editor Democracy In Crisis: Lecture by Dr. Keith Gåddie Wed., Sept. 13, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in UNCG’s School of Education Building, Room 120 From the event webpage: Join us for the first lecture of UNC Greensboro’s 2023-24 Harriet Elliott Lecture Series, hosted by the Department of Political Science. The past decade has seen democratic systems come under attack both … Continue reading This Week at UNCG

Encroachment and the Exploration of the “Other”

Brian Hornfeldt Staff Writer/Social Media Manager It can often be difficult to perceive ourselves as anything aside from what we define as normal. It is inherent in the notion of culture—not just American culture—to view ourselves and our cultural perspectives as the standard and those outside our bubble as the other. As with many things in our society, concepts of the norm and the other … Continue reading Encroachment and the Exploration of the “Other”

Women Soccer Blanks Elon in Non-Conference Match 

Gabriela Santora  Staff Writer  The Spartan women’s soccer team traveled to Elon this past weekend to face the Phoenix. The Spartans left victorious and earned their second shutout of the year.  Head Coach Michael Coll said, “The first half was absolutely superb in every facet of the game.” Despite second-half pressure from Elon, Coll remarked that the team remained “on point” and characterized their overall … Continue reading Women Soccer Blanks Elon in Non-Conference Match 

100th Session of SGA Comes to a Close

Tyler Holden News Writer The 100th Session of the Student Government Association for the University of North Carolina at Greensboro met for its final meeting on Tuesday, April 18. At this meeting, SGA passed the sine die for the 100th Session, which officially brought the 100th Session to a close and signified the peaceful transfer of power from the 100th Session to the newly-elected 101st … Continue reading 100th Session of SGA Comes to a Close

My Route to the G

Eternity Jones How did I find my way here? There are many different steps I have taken and things that I have considered that I believe guided my journey to UNCG. The things I considered included location, people, education, dance, and fashion. I have always known that I wanted to be a fashion designer and have some influence in the fashion industry. You don’t necessarily … Continue reading My Route to the G

Ben Folds: You Don’t Know Him At All

Tyler Holden Staff Writer Ben Folds is a name which perhaps would not be the first to come to mind among notable alumni for most at UNC Greensboro today. In fact, many do not know that Ben Folds was once a student at UNCG. Many others do not know who Ben Folds even is. Given that this unsung singer-songwriter is a fellow Spartan who went … Continue reading Ben Folds: You Don’t Know Him At All