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Students playing volleyball behind Mills Hall at night.
Volleyball behind Mills Hall sees a spike in popularity
Composting bin at the Highsmith Grotto.
UNC Asheville loses its composting program
Evacuees during the Aug. 28 shooting at UNC Chapel Hill. Photo courtesy of Weslyn Hall, Psychology senior at UNC.
Recent UNC-Chapel Hill shooting incites demands of a national safety revolution
Construction site on UNC-Ashevilles campus.
Construction improves campus structures; negatively affects residents, according to students
The rental unit bought by Housing and Residence Life for supplementing Ponder’s HVAC system.
Ponder students struggle to escape the heat
Morgan Couglen preparing for a backwards or inwards dive.
UNCA Swim and Dive to host intrasquad meet
Outside Hitter Kylie Cackovic bounds to spike the ball.
UNCA Volleyball scrimmages as they gear up for their opening weekend tournament
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
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
Two of the new food options in Highsmith, the 828 Burger and Qdoba.
New restaurants in the Highsmith Union food court bring variety on campus
An exterior shot of Juicy Lucy’s, located on Hendersonville Road.
Ferguson’s favorite food fare: Juicy Lucy’s
Attendees of the exhibit were met with this guitar display upon entering the gallery. Photo courtesy of Amanda Simons, STEAM faculty
UNC Asheville’s STEAM exhibition has successful 14-day run
Award-winning, avid writers Melissa Febos (left) and wife Donika Kelly (right), both professors at the University of Iowa visiting UNC Asheville.
Award-winning authors attend UNCA’s campus, kickoff visiting writers series
Burchett heavily strums an upbeat chord progression as Schlock and Chisholm communicate on stage.
Local Asheville band Yesterday’s Clothes share influences and aspirations
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Barbie Movie Q&A
Questions on the Quad Episode 9: Welcome Back!
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
The Super Slide and Seattle wheel proudly stand tall above the crowds.
The NC Mountain State Fair amazes with its spectacularly colorful rides and deep fried food
Burchett heavily strums an upbeat chord progression as Schlock and Chisholm communicate on stage.
Local Asheville band Yesterday’s Clothes share influences and aspirations
Vocalist Kinsella stands clearly in the light during a crescendo in hit song Stay Home.
Illinois rock band American Football touches down in Asheville
Steven Rose, Patrick Taylor and Christian Pittman get down to a heavier portion of their set.
Florida-based rock band Trash Panda ‘racc’ up fans at the Grey Eagle
Ganymede receiving a tip from a student during their performance.
UNCA drag brunch sparks thoughtful discourse amid diverse perspectives
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An exterior shot of Juicy Lucy’s, located on Hendersonville Road.

Ferguson’s favorite food fare: Juicy Lucy’s

Cody Ferguson, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected]
September 22, 2023
An exterior shot of The Joint from their parking lot.

Ferguson’s Favorite Food Fare: The Local Pizza Joint

Cody Ferguson, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
The rental unit bought by Housing and Residence Life for supplementing Ponder’s HVAC system.

Ponder students struggle to escape the heat

Cody Ferguson, Staff Writer
September 11, 2023
A view outside Cornerstone looking up at their building.

Ferguson’s favorite food fare: Cornerstone

Cody Ferguson, Staff Writer, [email protected]
September 1, 2023
Graphic by Cody Ferguson

Ferguson’s Favorite Food Fare: Cootie Brown’s

Cody Ferguson, [email protected], Arts and Features Writer
May 4, 2023
Graphic by Cody Ferguson.

[Photo] Students prepare for exams as the year closes

April 12, 2023
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[Photo] Student perspective on the Career Trek to D.C.

April 3, 2023
New changes and responsibilities graphic by Cody Ferguson.

Student perspectives on changes to Housing and Residence Life

Cody Ferguson, News Writer, [email protected]
March 22, 2023
Holocaust Permanent Exhibition in the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Washington, D.C.

[Photo] Dear Mama, It Makes Sense Now

March 20, 2023
The castle at the center of Magic Kingdom

Disney as an adult and revisiting old trips

Cody Ferguson, [email protected], Arts and Features Writer
March 13, 2023
Jennifer Gatti and Stephanie O’Brien laughing on their wedding day.

A totally normal, boring love story

Cody Ferguson , [email protected], Arts and Features Writer
February 25, 2023
Dr. OBrien in her office, editing a documentary piece that she is working on with Dr. Slatton.

From Raleigh to LA: A latchkey kid’s story

Cody Ferguson, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected]
February 22, 2023
Some of the changes coming to Housing and Residence Life.

Housing and Residence Life current changes and goals

Cody Ferguson, [email protected], News Writer
February 1, 2023
Erin Cunningham standing in her residence, Founders Hall.

Perspectives on retention at UNC Asheville

Cody Ferguson, Contributor, [email protected]
November 17, 2022

Business spotlight: We’re off to see the Wizard

Cody Ferguson, [email protected], Contributor
November 4, 2022
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