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UNCA Students leaving Zagier Hall
Young people in the United States and Europe disengage from voting
Danai Gkogkosi, Mcom student contributor, [email protected] September 24, 2024

Low voter turnout among young people is not just a pressing issue in the United States, It is also a significant concern across Europe, said a UNCA political science professor. “Frequent moves, especially for college, create barriers that make it...

UNC Asheville fashion spotlight
Rico Morgan, Arts&Features Writer • September 5, 2024

"A Murder on Campus" author, Brian Santana.
Virginia Olson murder subject of upcoming book by UNC Asheville alumnus
Emily Moosbrugger [email protected], Arts&Features Writer • September 3, 2024

UNCA graduate Brian Santana investigated the 1973 murder of former UNCA student Virginia Olson to publish the case’s first book under the working...

Holland Rinaldi and Ellie Toth study in the Ramsey Library at UNCA.
Humanities courses provide critical thinking skills despite misconceptions
Abigail Cutler, Arts&features writer • September 1, 2024

The University of North Carolina at Asheville requires all students to take four humanities courses that examine accomplishments from the past...

UNC Asheville students and instructors distraught over the future of liberal arts following budget deficit
UNC Asheville students and instructors distraught over the future of liberal arts following budget deficit
Adrian Davis, Contributor • May 7, 2024

The lecture “If you are the dealer, I’m out of the game.” Those were the words of Leonard Cohen as his song “You Want It Darker”...

The Village of Saunook Overlook is on the Blue Ridge Parkway, a central location in WNC.
Literature find its place in WNC with the help of writers and educators
Adrian Davis, Contributor • May 6, 2024

Writers and educators in Western North Carolina, influenced by the region’s nature and history, continue to promote reading and writing within...

Upcoming event: Lynyrd Skynyrd’s Michael Cartellone to co-host art exhibit at Philip DeAngelo studio
Evannes Edmonson, [email protected], Arts & Features Writer • May 6, 2024

Michael Cartellone, drummer of classic rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd is bringing his love of the arts to the heart of Asheville. On May 25, Cartellone...

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The view of Lake Michigan from the Pierce Stocking Scenic drive.
Lede your narrative
Sarah Booth, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 6, 2024

  A beach is nestled on the edge of a small village along the Sleeping Bear shoreline. We stay long enough for the sand to be cold when...

Screenshot of the Hazbin Hotel series page on Amazon Prime.
Must-watch adult indie animations
Nelle Poehlman, [email protected], Sports Writer • May 3, 2024

In recent years, the popularity of indie animation has risen. People have gone crazy for these animations as big entertainment corporations have,...

(Horse) Racing to the top
Jon Grunau, [email protected], Sports Writer • May 7, 2024

It takes weeks and months of practice to reach the level required to compete in the big leagues, requiring commitment and a dedication to the...

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UNC Asheville Chancellor Kimberly Van Noort and Interim Provost Herman Holt discontinue diversity hiring program, causing faculty to respond with petition
UNC Asheville Chancellor Kimberly Van Noort and Interim Provost Herman Holt discontinue diversity hiring program, causing faculty to respond with petition
Sarah Booth, Staff Writer, [email protected] April 29, 2024

A petition, released on April 16 by anthropology and sociology professor Blu Buchanan, along with other concerned faculty supports the continuation of the University Fellowships for Faculty Diversity program at UNCA amid faculty layoffs following budget...

A student's perspective on traveling and concerts
Kylie Mangione, Arts & Features Writer • April 11, 2024

"You're off this weekend? Any plans?" my coworkers at Starbucks ask. If I'm not working on the weekend, I must be doing something. I'd almost never turn down the opportunity to work a shift- it means making more money and not rotting in bed all day.  "Actually,...

Five books that will fill the A Court of Thorns and Roses-sized void in your soul
Five books that will fill the A Court of Thorns and Roses-sized void in your soul
Sarah Booth, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected] April 5, 2024

For many, “A Court of Thorns and Roses” (ACOTAR) by Sarah J. Maas was a gilded doorway to the harrowing world of romantasy, AKA romance fantasy....

Helldivers II: A childhood dream
Jon Grunau, Sports writer, [email protected] April 5, 2024

Four pods carrying the best of the best in the galaxy drop down from ships in orbit to deliver freedom and democracy to violent insects and murderous...

Graphic by Sarah Booth.
Blue Banner budget crisis survey gathers ranged student responses regarding cuts
Sarah Booth, Staff Writer, [email protected] March 27, 2024

On Feb 28, the Blue Banner posted the BB Budget Crisis Survey regarding the University of North Carolina at Asheville’s recent budget cut news,...

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