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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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SGA Vice President Miracle Okoro, former President Demon Thomas and President Lauren Braswell smile next to each other

The Braswell and Okoro administration seeks to continue building community among students

Laura Johnson, [email protected], News writer
May 4, 2022

Footsteps of Freedom | Reentry Documentary

Laura Johnson
April 26, 2022
Artist Laila Rahman-Latta standing in front of one of their pieces.

BIPOC artists showcase their work at UNCA

Laura Johnson, [email protected], News Writer
April 13, 2022
Naomi Todd, Castanea garden manager, participates in a garden workshop day at the Castanea garden.

The giving gardens help UNCA community

Laura Johnson, [email protected], News writer
April 1, 2022
Sophomore student Mack Duraski walking to the car in The Woods parking lot.

Parking: what do students think?

Laura Johnson, [email protected], News writer
March 15, 2022
Lilly Huebner and friends at The Louvre in Paris, France.

Studying abroad: adventures offered in Italy

Laura Johnson, [email protected], News writer
March 4, 2022
Student Lucien Grillet complies with mask guidelines posted next to him as he walks into Ramsey Library.

[Photo] Why strict attendance policies are more hurtful than helpful for students

March 3, 2022
Students Samantha Mazze, left, and Laura Searles sit at a Student Health Ambassador table with COVID resources in Ramsey Library.

COVID resources on campus: what is there to know?

Laura Johnson, [email protected], News writer
February 23, 2022
Student goverment strives to make connection on and off campus.

Student Government: Building Community One Student at a Time

Laura Johnson, [email protected], News writer
January 28, 2022
Photo courtesy of Robert Bowen: A student stands under a green spotlight on stage while two other students stand in the background behind them during a performance of “Radium Girls”.

The Show Must Go On: Theater During a Pandemic

Laura Johnson, [email protected], News writer
January 21, 2022
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