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Students protest ICE in front of Highsmith Student Union
Student concerns raised over lack of university communication regarding ICE protocol
Senior Homecoming Royalty Sarah Booth poses for her homecoming campaign.
UNC Asheville kicks off homecoming week with royal court announcement
Pictured: Faith Hedgepath, a former student of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and one of the first significant cases of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in North Carolina.
Voices Unheard: The Unspoken Stories of Indigenous Women
Brian and Cameron Santana's "A Murder on Campus" on Olson's memorial bench
“A Murder on Campus” author hopes new release will inspire further investigation into Virginia Olson’s cold case
The Asheville community leaves notes for the newly-excavated UNCA-owned urban forest.
Five Points community unites to preserve UNCA’s urban forest through development concerns
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
UNC Asheville swim and dive members Beatrice Cocconcelli, Tess Peny, Savana Bush, Meli Priesly, Olivia Ciancimino, Miriam Wheatley, Caroline Crouse, Danai Gkogkosi cheering for Swimming Intersquad 2024
Student-athletes struggle to keep everything under control
The Toronto welcome sign
A Student journalist’s experience at a major international para ice hockey tournament
Injured athlete Viðar Ragnarsson.
Injuries affect athlete’s mental 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
Jason Miller's Music Column: Valentine’s Day Edition
Jason Miller’s Music Column: Valentine’s Day Edition
Pictured: Faith Hedgepath, a former student of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and one of the first significant cases of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women in North Carolina.
Voices Unheard: The Unspoken Stories of Indigenous Women
Abigail Cutler conquers and wins CATAN Seafarers with her family.
Catan: The greatest board game of all time
The Blue Banner's Best New Songs of the Week: January 24
The Blue Banner’s Best New Songs of the Week: January 24
Students meet with future employers at the Career and Internship Fair in the Blue Ridge Room.
Career fair connects students with future opportunities
Senior Homecoming Royalty Sarah Booth poses for her homecoming campaign.
UNC Asheville kicks off homecoming week with royal court announcement
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
Walking path to the Ridges residence halls
The Return: Coming back to campus post-hurricane and the weight that comes with it
Gamers' Haunt entrance opens for new and returning customers.
Asheville Magic store owner finds comfort in community
The Best Trivia Game In Town at Well Played Board Game Cafe
Exploring the TikTok Ban with Magnify
An introduction to the North Carolina Glass Center
Governor Tim Walz visits Asheville to engage with voters
An Inside Look at the UNCA Ceramics Department
A glance at Save UNCA Woods
Exploring the Hendersonville Fairy Trail
Impact of Hurricane Helene on Asheville Botanical Gardens
Turning of the Maples photo gallery
Best dressed at UNC Asheville: Cameryn Shochet
Sci-Fi Movie & TV Characters Crossword
Pop culture word search
Student involvement word search
A Holiday crossword
Autumn in Asheville crossword puzzle
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
The Queer Lens: Episode 1
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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
Kudzu bodies, created with kudzu vines, processed kudzu fibers, steel and paint.

Evie Horton presents 7-day exhibition on intersectionality between kudzu and queer identity

Evannes Edmonson, Arts & Features Writer
May 1, 2024
The eclectic visuals of Chevron draw in locals and tourists.

Local bead and craft store continues to thrive under new management

Evannes Edmonson, Staff Writer
April 10, 2024
Briggs poses next to her art at a school exhibition. Photo courtesy of MichaelAnne Briggs

Student-artist profile: MichaelAnne Briggs

Evannes Edmonson, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected]
March 26, 2024

Music students share how Lipinsky Hall renovations will impact their learning experience

Evannes Edmonson, News Writer, [email protected]
March 6, 2024
Bri Snyder is currently running for the AFBU steering committee and if elected, hopes to heavily advocate for fair treatment of restaurant workers in Asheville.

UNC Asheville graduate advocates for fair treatment and livable wages for service workers in Asheville

Evannes Edmonson, News Writer, [email protected]
February 21, 2024

An Inside Look at the UNCA Ceramics Department

Evannes Edmonson, Staff Writer
February 13, 2024
Vergara releasing a rehabilitated bird back into nature.

Local wildlife conservation and rehabilitation center makes commendable efforts to rehabilitate injured and displaced animals

Evannes Edmonson, [email protected], News Writer
February 5, 2024
Mural outside of Grail Movie House in Asheville, North Carolina.

River Arts cinema reignites passion for moviegoers in Asheville

Evannes Edmonson, Staff Writer
November 27, 2023
UNCA banner on quad.

New vice chancellor of admissions gives insight on Access Asheville program

Evannes Edmonson, Staff Writer
November 17, 2023
Each student incorporated video projection into their instillation.

Video installation exhibit showcases new media students’ connection with identity

Evannes Edmonson, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected]
October 31, 2023
The typical weekend crowd engaged in revelry at Tiger Mountain. Photo courtesy of senior Lyndall Harris.

Behind the bar: Tiger Mountain

Evannes Edmonson, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected]
October 18, 2023
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Former UNCA students share their post-grad realities

Evannes Edmonson, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected]
October 11, 2023
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

Evannes Edmonson, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected]
September 21, 2023
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

Evannes Edmonson, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected]
September 20, 2023
Harris shares photo of a slow morning in Brussels, Belgium. Lyndall Harris

New Media meets the Netherlands: A study abroad feature

Evannes Edmonson, Staff Writer
September 6, 2023
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