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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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All content by Kevin McCall

Food insecurity remains a large threat to college students

Kevin McCall, Newswriting Editor
February 24, 2022
Photo by Kevin McCall. Benjamin Freeman, Eliana Franklin and Belle Kozubowski at a tabling event for ASHE to recruit new members.

UNC Asheville’s oldest environmental group looks for new members

Kevin McCall
December 5, 2021
Photo by Kevin McCall Ron Dumas hopes to see BSA grow larger in the future.

UNCA Black Student Association offers members inclusivity and a sense of community

Kevin McCall 
December 5, 2021
Photo by Kevin McCall Lindsey Nystrom shows off a bracelet branded with the name UNCA Divest

UNCA Divest advocate for eradication of fossil fuel investments

Kevin McCall 
November 14, 2021
Photo by Kevin McCall Live music being played at the Hallowgreen event

Hallowgreen embraces eco-friendly policies while providing students spooky holiday fun

Kevin McCall and Aaron Mathey
October 31, 2021
Photo by Kevin McCall Maria Gepi’s involvement with Prospanica stretches back to its beginnings

Prospanica advocates for social justice for Hispanic communities

Kevin McCall
October 24, 2021
Photo by Kevin McCall Thomas Young, Jonah Gorenstein, Olivia Honaker and Carson Parmenter gather food for the homeless community in Asheville.

Feeding the Homeless club calls for action to help homeless community

Kevin McCall
October 24, 2021
Photo by Kevin McCall Hillel officer Jonah Gorenstein finds strength in Hillel’s community.

Jewish community at UNCA finds strength in small numbers

Kevin McCall
October 24, 2021
Photographed by Kevin McCall Wu Tuam Elijah Lo, a newer member, enjoys the community ASIA has built.

ASIA club celebrates diversity by building strong community

Kevin McCall
October 17, 2021
Photographed by Kevin McCall

Sunrise protesters call out Madison Cawthorn’s response to flood victims

Kevin McCall
October 17, 2021
Photo by Kevin McCall Super Smash Bros. Club members meet every week to play the fighting game.

UNCA Super Smash Bros. Club takes precautions to remain in-person

Kevin McCall
September 21, 2021
Trainer Maddy Winer with her dog Jeter attend the therapy dog event at UNCA.

Therapy dogs give UNCA students a stress-free environment

Kevin McCall 
September 12, 2021
Ariel Akuneme, Sophie Ross, Sarah Bradley and David Mayeux at Cafeteria Catholic.

UNCA Catholic group spearheads inclusivity

Kevin McCall 
September 5, 2021

UNCA Catholic group spearheads inclusivity

Kevin McCall 
September 5, 2021
Photographed by Kevin McCall Isa Klich attempts to recruit students at a tabling event for Sunrise.

Sunrise movement brings climate awareness to UNC Asheville

Kevin McCall
August 29, 2021
UNC Asheville staff and students offer insight on time management

UNC Asheville staff and students offer insight on time management

Kevin McCall
March 1, 2021
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