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arts and entertainment

Artistry and Academic Achievement United in UNCG Honors Fraternity

Eden Landgrover Staff Writer It is not an uncommon notion that artistic accomplishments and academic achievement have often seemed to be presented on different planes of intelligence. Recently elected president of the honorary dance fraternity Delta Chi Xi, Chania Wilson, is proud to be spearheading ongoing change through an on-campus organization that actively combats this stereotype. Founded in 2010 at the University of North Carolina … Continue reading Artistry and Academic Achievement United in UNCG Honors Fraternity

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Sports

UNCG, Chancellor Gilliam Host Fan Appreciation Night at ‘Hoppers Game

Andrew Salmon Sports Editor The Greensboro Grasshoppers fell to the Delmarva Shorebirds by the score of 8-3 on Friday night, but that hardly dampened the fanfare and fun to be had at First National Bank Field for Fan Appreciation Night, hosted by UNCG. A night of giveaways and celebration of both Spartan and Greensboro pride, it was the highlight of the weekend for many of … Continue reading UNCG, Chancellor Gilliam Host Fan Appreciation Night at ‘Hoppers Game

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Tate Street’s Musical History

Sam Haw Staff Writer Among the industrial rhythm of College Hill’s various construction projects, pleasant melodies can be heard almost every night of the week on Tate Street. While the rumbling of distorted guitars from New York Pizza might be the loudest sound on Tate, the regular jazz and folk programming at Tate Street Coffeehouse competes in popularity from just across the street. Take a … Continue reading Tate Street’s Musical History

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Sports

Day of Defeat for UNCG Volleyball

Douglas Burns Staff Writer GREENSBORO, N.C – UNCG Volleyball suffered a trying 3-0 defeat to the Maryland Terrapins on Saturday in Fleming Gym. The match was close, and definitely hard-fought for the Spartans. The game tipped off at 11:00 a.m. with the Spartans coming off of a high from a close win against the US Air Force Academy (3-2 Spartans), and it was visible in … Continue reading Day of Defeat for UNCG Volleyball

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UNCG Student-Athletes and Mental Health: Part Two

Andrew Salmon Sports Editor Last week, we discussed the policies and protocols in place for the treatment of UNCG’s student-athletes seeking help with mental illness. This week, we examine mental health stigmas and physical causes of mental health issues in student-athletes. Anonymous student-athletes and Jay McCloy, Assistant Athletic Director for Health and Sports Performance at UNCG, all agreed that there is a stigma against student-athletes … Continue reading UNCG Student-Athletes and Mental Health: Part Two

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Game Recap: Women’s Soccer Defeats Gardner-Webb 2-1 in Season Opener

Alexis Pitchford Staff Writer On Aug. 17, 2018, UNCG’s women’s soccer team opened their regular season with a close 2-1 win over the Gardner-Webb Bulldogs. The first half of the match came down to the nitty gritty as the half time score remained tied at 0-0. Lots of fouls were called on the Bulldogs. However, in the second half, all three goals of the match … Continue reading Game Recap: Women’s Soccer Defeats Gardner-Webb 2-1 in Season Opener

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Features

Ride Systems Presents: Spartan Chariot

Lauren Summers Features Editor As the school year begins, many students who arrive back on UNCG’s campus rely heavily on campus transportation to get around. This year, Ride Systems is working with UNCG’s campus shuttle operation to “provide real-time GPS tracking with a mobile app that students use to conveniently ride the bus.”   Ride Systems is a developer that provides features that make riding … Continue reading Ride Systems Presents: Spartan Chariot

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WUAG-A-PALOOZA

Alfonzo Rodriguez Staff Writer On Friday, Aug. 18 in the Cone Ballroom, WUAG-A-PALOOZA made its first entrance into the UNCG scene with a bang. With performances from six Greensboro local bands including The Quarter Roys and Black Haüs, it was an event to make history here at UNCG. WUAG-A-PALOOZA was a mini music festival organized by the University’s very own radio station, WUAG 103.1 FM. … Continue reading WUAG-A-PALOOZA

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A Semester to Remember for UNCG Sports

Tripp Hurd Staff Writer It has been an incredible spring semester for sports at UNCG. Spartan athletics have been strong across the board, from a historic men’s basketball season, to blazing hot starts in softball and baseball. If you were a student at UNCG during the Spring of 2018, you are bound to have memories provided by one of these teams that you’ll carry with … Continue reading A Semester to Remember for UNCG Sports

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