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A UNCA campus police decal lays on an agency-owned vehicle.
Suspicious person calls continue to top UNCA’s crime log
Pro-Palestine protestors wave the Palestinian flag in downtown Asheville.
Palestine protest in downtown Asheville divides activists
UNCA Health and Counseling center
Should mental health days be required in employee benefits?
Customer receives a measles vaccine at CVS
Religion continues to influence vaccination decisions
Students gather in solidarity at Reed Plaza with pride flags on March 31 to protest an anti-abortion event occurring the same night.
UNC Asheville students host and attend a pride event in opposition to anti-abortion protests on campus
UNC Asheville Track and Cross Country Athlete: William “Hank” Neal
Head coach Matt Frost engages tennis players
Tennis team chases another title, one match at a time
The UNCA Men's Basketball team huddles up around the coaches mid-game to figure out the next play.
NCAA considers extending competition eligibility to five seasons for UNCA athletes and beyond
UNCA dance team performs at a women’s home basketball game.
UNC Asheville’s dance team fights for recognition as an athletic team of their own
Athletes on the UNCA swim and dive team walk into a meet at Liberty University.
UNC Asheville swim and dive team prepare to close out the season
A customer holds their freshly-used Summer Fridays Lip Butter Balm.
Luxe lips: a Summer Fridays makeup review
Asheville residents gather in Pack Square on Feb. 8 to protest ICE and the rise in deportation.
The myth of the perfect activist
Inhaler rocks a sold-out Orange Peel show with memorable alt-rock songs
Inhaler rocks a sold-out Orange Peel show with memorable alt-rock songs
Unlock holistic wellness: how yoga and acupuncture harmonize mind, body and emotions for optimal health
Unlock holistic wellness: how yoga and acupuncture harmonize mind, body and emotions for optimal health
The remnants of the flood of the French Broad River remain in the River Arts District three days after Hurricane Helene hit.
The Grammys show Southern Appalachia the country has forgotten about them
At UNCA’s biannual sale in Owen Hall, shoppers buy original ceramics, illustrations, and jewelry crafted by student artists.
Faculty initiatives drive Art Department’s phenomenal growth
An Introduction to Music Technology Student Aaron Higgins
Ashley Heradia, a BFA student in the ceramics department, displays the jewelry and pottery she made in the UNCA Arts & Ceramics sale.
The UNCA Arts & Ceramics Sale provides insight on the perseverance of art students
The impact of larger classroom sizes on education quality
(From left to right) Arizona Hall, Sarah Booth and Meghan Kent pose during one of their last Epsilon Psi events at UNC Asheville before graduation.
The crescent: thinking of the seniors of Epsilon-Psi 
An Introduction to Music Technology Student Aaron Higgins
A Nod and A Glance: Tango Etiquette in Asheville
UNC Asheville Track and Cross Country Athlete: William “Hank” Neal
Inside SGA with Ben Chachula: Student Leaders Share Their Stories
Behind the Scenes at Citizen Vinyl
UNCA Ceramics & Art Sale (Spring 2025) Photo Gallery
Chalk on the quad during the UNC Asheville’s Chancellor’s Installation Photo Gallery
Save The Woods Chalk Art Photo Gallery
Downtown After 5 Photo Gallery
Drama Club Photo Gallery
’90s Girl Bands Crossword
Women in Entertainment Crossword
Banned Books Crossword
Sci-Fi Movie & TV Characters Crossword
Pop culture word search
Exploring UNCA’s Admission, Financial Aid, and Recruitment with Mavie Marcos
Love Songs Throughout The Decades – Valentine’s Day Spotify Playlist
SOS Episode 5: Bryce Long and the UNCA theater department
SOS Episode 4: Adam Pohl and Ultimate Frisbee
The Blue Banner: Staff Writers’ Takeover
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All content by Celestine J. Epps
A beautiful array of sunflowers and orange-fuchsia Chrysanthemums next to fresh honey by Osada’s Bee Farm.

[Photo] North Asheville Tailgate Market’s 20th annual Holiday Bazzar spreads Christmas cheer

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, News Editor
November 21, 2022
The Old Kentucky Home depicted in Thomas Wolfe’s novel, “Look Homeward Angel” is a historical site known for paranormal activity, located on 52 North Market St in downtown Asheville.

[Photo] Downtown Asheville’s haunted history: walking ghost tour chills onlookers

Grace Gosinanont & Celestine J. Epps, ggosinan@unca.edu, cepps1@unca.edu, Arts and Features Editor, News Editor
October 25, 2022
Student Casey Campbell reacts to the vice chancellor of student affair's email on Tuesday's community conversation.

UNCA holds community forum in response to Highsmith staff meeting

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, News Editor
October 3, 2022
Old Crow Medicine Show band members,left to right,: Morgan Jashnig, Mason Via, Ketch Secor, Jerry Pentecost, Cory Younts and Mike Harris (Photo by Kit Wood).

Old Crow Medicine Show paints the French broad with a fresh new album: concert review

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu ,News Editor
August 23, 2022
Old Crow Medicine Show band members (left to right) Morgan Jashnig, Mason Via, Ketch Secor, Jerry Pentecost, Cory Younts and Mike Harris.

Old Crow Medicine Show flaunts their newfound creative freedom in “Paint This Town”

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Assistant Arts & Features Editor
June 6, 2022
R.I.P. Rocky, our greatest living mascot.

A glimpse in Banner history, comics and features that made headlines

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Assistant Arts and Features Editor
April 27, 2022
Junior Kira Silvia shows off their designs and arrangement of plants Saturday morning.

Spring in full bloom at student art and ceramics sale

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Assistant Art and Features Editor
April 25, 2022
UNCA Democrats and College Republicans at UNC Asheville, united to hosted a movie night on April 11 to watch part of the series "House of Cards."

Students navigate political unity and lead with integrity

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Assistant Arts and Features Editor
April 19, 2022
Crime statistics from the 2021 Annual Security & Fire Safety Reports at UNCA.

[Photo] Transparency regarding recent events

The Blue Banner Editorial Team
April 5, 2022

What is administrative leave?

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Assistant Arts and Features Editor
April 4, 2022
NC-11 Democratic congressional candidate Katie Dean, and Jacob Pinto, co-president of College Democrats listen to a question from Soren Pedersen, state executive committee member for Buncombe County Democratic Party.

Intimate conversations on policy with NC-11 congressional candidate Katie Dean

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Assistant Arts & Features Editor
March 28, 2022
Suzanne Fisher, president of the League of Women Voters, discussed the evolution of voting rights in the United States.

UNCA College Democrats discuss voting rights with League of Women Voters

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Assistant Arts & Features Editor
March 22, 2022
Roots Garden is currently undergoing construction (fencing, wooden beds) in preparation for the spring.

The nitty gritty of Roots Garden: Students value land over looks

Celestine J. Epps, Assistant Arts and Features Editor, cepps1@unca.edu
March 14, 2022
Djanky Delanie, Tyler Ladd, Hazel Brindley and Emma Maton performed “Blowing in the Wind,” while preaching practical solutions to ending the bloodshed in Ukraine.

Asheville community rallies for peace in Ukraine

Celestine J. Epps, Assistant Arts & Features Editor, cepps1@unca.edu
March 8, 2022
Lisa Wilcocks and rally organizer William Najger showing support for Ukraine.

[Photo] Staff and students weigh in on the war between Russia and Ukraine

Joshua Staley, jstaley2@unca.edu, News writer
March 7, 2022
Alumna Julia Quigley showed off her adornments after winning Top Dog in Feb 2019

Students continue a tradition of community service during homecoming week

Celestine J. Epps, cepps@unca.edu, assistant Arts & Features Editor
February 28, 2022
Senior Lynn Odhiambo investigates further into the complex tale of John Henry in the novel, "Steel-Drivin' Man."

Chasing the truth in tall tales: “The Ballad of John Henry” showing

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Arts & Features Writer
February 18, 2022
From left to right, junior Laura Searles and alumna Nora Maybury at the student health ambassador table in Ramsey Library.

Student employees reflect on working during COVID

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Arts & Features Writer
February 10, 2022
Simon and Butter During a club practice on Jan. 27 at Over the River Farm, Canton.

Giddy Up Bulldogs: The Equestrian Club Calls for New Riders

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Arts & Features writer
February 1, 2022
A recent piece titled, "relocate/or Die" by Jeff Edwards shows the removal of nations during the Indian Removal Act of 1830.

Asheville Art Museum Embraces Cherokee Syllabary as “A Living Language”

Celestine J. Epps, cepps1@unca.edu, Arts & Features writer
January 27, 2022
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