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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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Bianca Gragg operates her own private practice called Semillas Counseling.

Therapy in progress: therapists of color share experiences working in the mental health field

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Chief
November 8, 2022
Data from the National Institute of Health breaks down the racial percentage of individuals with any mental illness who received services within the past year.

Local therapists push for diversity within their field

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Chief
November 7, 2022
Calling for better campus transparency

Calling for better campus transparency

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2022
Plans for future active shooter trainings according to Meghan Harte Weyants email to students.

Newly announced Public Safety Advisory Board met with hesitant optimism

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Chief
October 20, 2022
A timeline of UNCAs conversations with the Social Sentinel program according to public documents.

Bulldogs under surveillance: emails show UNCA monitored students on social media

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Chief
October 10, 2022

Students and faculty react to UNCA’s response to Tuesday night’s training

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Chief
September 22, 2022
Sidewalk chalk protesting David Weldon, the director of emergency management.

UNCA host open forum to address Tuesday night’s student employee active shooter training

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Chief
September 22, 2022
Demographic enrollment facts from UNC Ashevilles institutional facts web page.

Encouraging minority students to get loud

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Cheif
April 26, 2022
Ron Dumas, director of PILOT21 speaks to his team about the upcoming Change gala during a meeting in March.

PILOT 21 initiative seeks a sustainable approach to Food insecurity

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2022
Ashley Bowden, sophomore and transfer student from Indian River State College, and Dakota Estes, junior and transfer student from Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College, participate in the transfer student mural by painting a piece of the canvas.

[Photo] Transfer students seek more guidance at UNC Asheville

March 29, 2022
Soren Pedersen, a state executive commity member for the Buncombe County Democratic party, asks Katie Dean questions about the political analytics of her campaign.

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

March 28, 2022
UNCA ANON sheds mask

UNCA ANON sheds mask

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Cheif
February 2, 2022
COVID-19 cases during the spring 2022 semester have surpassed those of previous semesters.

Endemic or Pandemic: A look at future mandates

Jemima Malote, [email protected], Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 2022
Photo by Austin Campbell Disaffiliated sororitys big and little stand against injustice.

Panhell: Disaffiliation of sorority sisters raises questions for Greek Life at UNCA

Jemima Malote
September 12, 2021
Photo by Xander Lord UNCA student Alex Castillo-Lai describes her experiences as an Asian women.

Asian women speak against their over sexualization

Jemima Malote
April 21, 2021
Photos Courtesy of Nick Loeb Jamie Kennedy beach: Larry Lader (right) , played by Jamie Kennedy, flaunts the progress of his organization while on a beach trip.

“Roe v. Wade” film fails to challenge or persuade

Jemima Malote
April 13, 2021
Photo provided by Evelyn Chiang

Understanding the history behind the rise of Asian hate

Jemima Malote
April 6, 2021
Junior Adam Wan confronts acts of racism aimed at his mixed identity.

Breaking the silence on Asian hate

Jemima Malote
March 29, 2021
Photo Provided by Julia Lynn Dylan Innes, founder of 80 Unlacey, released the band’s debut album last week.

Dylan Inness musical journey to Taste the Tide

Jemima Malote
March 22, 2021
Photo by Jemima Malote Noel Chavez finishes a tiring twelve hour shift at Aston Park Health Care Center.

Local health care workers recall their fight against COVID-19

Jemima Malote
March 17, 2021
Photo By Camryn Mickan Daniel Frisbee helps a student during his high school art class.

Pandemic inspires artists to create a production company

Jemima Malote
March 11, 2021
Photo by Giovanny Pleites-Hernandez Giovanny Pleites-Hernandez’s work includes exploring the level of representation afforded to Latinos by their representatives in Congress

The passing of Biden’s immigration bill remains uncertain

Jemima Malote
March 2, 2021
Daniel Blanco and his girlfriend, Daniela Sanchez, stand on his porch.

A hazy future remains for those living in the US without legal permission

Jemima Malote
February 22, 2021
Founder and Executive Director for the non-profit Welcome Home, Amarra Ghani (right), discusses volunteer opportunities.

Alumni share advice for graduating seniors

Jemima Malote
February 16, 2021
Photo by Julia Metz Organizer for BIPOC student art show, Karuna Li, poses for a photo outside of Rhoades Robinson Hall.

Stories through art: minority student artists given platform

Jemima Malote
February 8, 2021
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