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UNCA students share experiences on Grindr
UNCA students share experiences on Grindr
Senate Bill 49, as well as House Bills 187 and 43 may threaten the comfort of LGBTQ+ youth in North Carolina.
Trans student and president of the Republican club discuss recent restrictive legislation in NC
UNCA Junior Madyson Gold.
UNCA Junior Madyson Gold named to All-Conference golf team
The UNCA Management and Accountancy department is undergoing a name change. Photograph by Will Rhodarmer
Management and accountancy department undergoes name change
Pictured: Xander Lord, Dana Steward, Sawyer Serdula, Walker Lezotte, Seth Maile, Luke Beijer and Jane Turlington with their short film Betrayal.
Student Creative Activity and Research Forum holds showcase for outstanding achievement
UNCA Junior Madyson Gold.
UNCA Junior Madyson Gold named to All-Conference golf team
Senior guard Mike Bothwell celebrates the Paladins 88-79 win over Chattanooga. With this win Furman earns their first NCAA tournament bid since 1980.
Furman wins Southern Conference Championship rematch, advances to first NCAA Tournament since 1980
The Bulldogs secure their spot in the 2023 NCAA Tournament. This will be UNC Asheville’s fifth appearance in 20 years.
Jones scores 24, UNC-Asheville advances to the NCAA Tournament
Head coach Mike Morrell looks up at the scoreboard while talking with senior guard Caleb Burgess.
Top-seeded Bulldogs prepare for 2023 Big South conference tournament
Senior guard Alex Cardwell gets prepared to guard Gardner Webb’s D.Q. Nicholas.
Men’s Basketball crowned Big South regular season champions for the first time since 2018
Overview of ‘Goodwill Bins’, a wholesale thrift store on Patton Avenue.
Eco-shopping: Quality versus Quantity
Two-way grading: The role and dilemma of student feedback
Two-way grading: The role and dilemma of student feedback
Holocaust Permanent Exhibition in the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Washington, D.C.
Dear Mama, It Makes Sense Now
The cycle of Work, stress, Sleep is said to accompany feelings of burnout.
Burnt out? Me too. Let’s get through this together
The community bands together to protest the “Don’t say gay” bill.
The “Don’t Say Gay” bill: How homophobic legislations harm a younger generation
UNC Asheville is kicking off the spring semester as students acclimate to returning to campus.
Welcome back Bulldogs!
A study by USC Annenberg reveals some shocking statistics about Asian representation within cinema.
Trying to find myself on TV and why I’ve never been a reader
Calling for better campus transparency
Calling for better campus transparency
Demographic enrollment facts from UNC Ashevilles institutional facts web page.
Encouraging minority students to get loud
Crime statistics from the 2021 Annual Security & Fire Safety Reports at UNCA.
Transparency regarding recent events
Brainstorm founder Eric Hunt throwing down a nollie flip somewhere in the Asheville mountains.
Local business owner Eric Hunt pushes philanthropy through skateboarding
Graphic by Cody Ferguson.
Students prepare for exams as the year closes
Kai Tilly’s rendition of Michelangelo’s “Creation of Adam,” with Call of Duty characters Soap and Ghost. Done on Procreate.
North Carolina students showcase their unique talents and share what motivates them
Infographic by Cassidy ONeil.
UNCA students lack of partying affects their spirit and studies
No. 6 seed Kentucky and No. 3 seed Kansas State prepare to tip-off their round of 32 matchup in Greensboro, N.C.
What it’s like witnessing the atmosphere of March Madness in person
Sneaker Culture in Asheville
Sneaker Culture in Asheville
UNCA Students and Staff walkout to protest against N.C. House Bills
UNCA Students and Staff walkout to protest against N.C. House Bills
Behind The Scenes of an ESPN+ Broadcast
Behind The Scenes of an ESPN+ Broadcast
Unlock Your Writing Potential: UNC Asheville Writing Center
Unlock Your Writing Potential: UNC Asheville Writing Center
K!NG SH!T Interviews (Pt. 3 WILL POUNDER)
K!NG SH!T Interviews (Pt. 3 WILL POUNDER)
The north side of the White House
Student perspective on the Career Trek to D.C.
“All Ears” by Noah Styles made from clay and found objects.
Artists of WNC share what inspires, motivates and discourages them
The castle at the center of Magic Kingdom
Disney as an adult and revisiting old trips
Senior guard Mike Bothwell celebrates the Paladins 88-79 win over Chattanooga. With this win Furman earns their first NCAA tournament bid since 1980.
Furman wins Southern Conference Championship rematch, advances to first NCAA Tournament since 1980
The Bulldogs secure their spot in the 2023 NCAA Tournament. This will be UNC Asheville’s fifth appearance in 20 years.
Jones scores 24, UNC-Asheville advances to the NCAA Tournament
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Diary of a Mad Black Scholar: Whats happening?
Diary of a Mad Black Scholar: What’s happening?
Diary of a Mad Black Scholar: A New Direction
Diary of a Mad Black Scholar: A New Direction
Diary of a Mad Black Scholar | Shiasia’s Hair Special
Graphic by Aaron Mathey
Diary of a Mad Black Scholar: Cultural Appropriation
Diary of a Mad Black Scholar: Gender and Sexuality
Diary of a Mad Black Scholar: Gender and Sexuality
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Shleves inside of the UNCA Bookstore that offer groceries and convenient snacks not allowed on one-cards or meal plans

Students offer insight to the cost of grocery shopping in college

Abram Carter, [email protected], News Writer
April 18, 2022
The Student mail center, open Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays noon through 4 p.m., takes and receives packages during its hours.

On campus jobs: a glance into the operations of the student mailroom

Abram Carter, [email protected], News Writer
April 5, 2022
Cherry blossoms bloom between Ponder Hall and Mills Hall.

UNCA shows its spring colors

Abram Carter , [email protected], News writer
April 1, 2022
Students working on making the reusable bags inside of the UNCA glasshouse.

UNCA embraces sustainability on campus

Abram Carter , [email protected], News writer
March 30, 2022
Greenery inside the Glasshouse.

Greenhouses on campus invite people in for spring

Abram Carter , [email protected], News writer
March 16, 2022
Ace Members Ariel Akuname, Ava Wolchesky and Ruby Springston behind the event check in desk.

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Rose Gilbert and Maddy Gilroy enjoying a Homecoming event.

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Inside the Pajama party homecoming event.

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Jada smith on the Homecoming court pours a hot cup of apple cider at the pajama party event.

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The set of of the ACE check in table.

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Student transitions employees Abby Genter and Sarah Smith stand with Maddy Gilroy at a Transfers booth for a homecoming event

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Baye Samodal poses in frount of the UNCA School of Athens painting, having just won Top Dog.

COVID-19 drops Homecoming attendance

Abram Carter , [email protected], News writer
March 1, 2022
The Career Center sits empty on a Monday afternoon.

UNCA jobs: Behind the scenes of employment

Abram Carter, [email protected], News writer
February 25, 2022
Kyra Kleinsmith, Zahra Goins and Forrest Nottingham enjoy a nice day outside and take a breather from wearing a mask.

Confusion remains about isolation room policies

Abram Carter, [email protected], News Writer
February 14, 2022
A gathering of usual Valentines Day gifts used to celebrate the holiday.

Covidtines Day, UNCA celebrates valentines during the pandemic

Abram Carter , [email protected], News writer
February 11, 2022
Katt Snyders emotional support animal Smaug, lays on a bed.

Lovable companions increase on campus

Abram Carter, [email protected], News writer
February 3, 2022
Senior Luna Little smiling as someone sleds down the hill behind the camera.

Snow Day Invites Students To Bring Out Their Inner Child

Abram Carter, [email protected], News writer
January 24, 2022
Photo by Abram Carter: The French Broad Surveillance room is located just inside the side doors of the High Smith Student Union on the bottom floor.

Things To Know About Returning to School Covid Testing and The Impacts

Abram Carter, [email protected], News writer
January 19, 2022
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