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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.
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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
Rapper Terrence Brown, known as Eaze Dogg, performing at Shiloh & Gaines’ Songwriter Open Mic
Asheville rap artists feel neglected, but persist in the fight for recognition
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
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Barbie Movie Q&A
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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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Senate Bill 49, as well as House Bills 187 and 43 may threaten the comfort of LGBTQ+ youth in North Carolina.

[Photo] Trans student and president of the Republican club discuss recent restrictive legislation in NC

April 27, 2023
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

Verna Townson, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected]
April 11, 2023
The debate on banning social media platform TikTok rages on. Digital art by Verna Townson.

The U.S. considers banning TikTok, North Carolina residents weigh in on the issue

Verna Townson, News Writer, [email protected]
April 6, 2023
Screenshot of screen time used by the author in the week of February 19th. Taken from iPhone settings app.

I stopped using social media for a week, this is what I learned

Verna Townson, Arts & Features Writer, [email protected]
March 21, 2023
“All Ears” by Noah Styles made from clay and found objects.

Artists of WNC share what inspires, motivates and discourages them

Verna Townson, [email protected], News Writer
March 15, 2023
Digital art of a graduate looking toward their future.

[Photo] University specialists assist students in completing their degree on time

February 24, 2023
Digital art of the Brown Mountain overlook in Morganton.

[Photo] Illuminating Appalachia: a brief history of the Brown Mountain Lights

February 16, 2023
UNC Asheville senior Kai Tilly dawning face paint, standing in front of the Trans flag.

Discrimination continues to threaten the comfort and expression of queer youth

Verna Townson, News Writer, [email protected]
February 4, 2023
Information on hemp production courtesy of the U.S. Department of Agriculture

WNC residents benefit from using hemp-derived products as self-medication

Verna Townson, [email protected], News Writer
February 3, 2023
The mural adorning the back wall inside the Haywood United Methodist Church depicts 30 individuals combating homelessness.

Volunteers patrol Asheville to welcome unhoused people inside from the cold

Verna Townson, [email protected], News Writer
January 19, 2023

[Video] Annual Pumpkin Chunkin Festival excites onlookers

Verna Townson, [email protected], Contributor
November 8, 2022
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