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Gotta Play ‘Em All: Pokémon X & Y

Samantha Santana | Contributing Writer October 24, 2013

Pokémon is one of the few gems that doesn’t need a completely revamped storyline to make a great game even better—a good ol' fashioned spit and shine usually does the trick. After much anticipation, “Pokémon...

Halloween fashion 2013 edition: scary is no longer in

Tabitha Shiflett | Staff Writer October 24, 2013

From animal suits to Miley Cyrus’ twerking bears, Halloween is no longer the spook fest that it used to be. Instead, partygoers are opting for tv-inspired outfits and creative couple costumes.Store managers...

The best artist you’ve never heard of

Jeff Winkle | Contributing Writer October 21, 2013

Do you ever find yourself obsessed with an artist, wondering why you didn't discover them sooner? You can't stop listening to "new" artists like Ed Sheeran and Imagine Dragons, even though they've been...

“Captain Philips” follows Captain’s account but fails to accurately portray historical events

Heather Fulton | Contributing Writer October 18, 2013

No big spoiler alerts needed for this review of Paul Greengrass’ “Captain Phillips.” The MV Maersk Alabama hijacking by Somali pirates was heavily reported by the news when the incident happened...

Film students gain success with full length film, Children of Salt

Film students gain success with full length film, “Children of Salt”

Hunter Vay Houtzer | Opinion Editor October 18, 2013

Three UNC Wilmington film students are using their senior seminar to think outside of the box both figuratively and, more unusually, literally, with their experimental triptych film, “Children of Salt.”...

Fall fashion: An inside look at Lure Boutique

Tabitha Shiflett | Staff Writer October 13, 2013

Usually colder weather calls for faux fur, edgy leather and cute boots— but this year Lure is sporting a slightly different look, and it is definitely working.“Aztec and tribal patterns have been very...

Richard Smith experienced everything the Icelandic culture had to offer when he studied abroad with GREEN, the Global Renewable Energy Education Network.

UNCW student chooses GREEN study abroad opportunity

Liz Cooper | Contributing Writer October 13, 2013

“So much of school today is about fitting into a system and learning a certain way.  GREEN isn’t like that though.  It’s more about doing what you love to do and getting hands-on experience in...

Facts for English 2.0 was designed with students in mind.

“Facts for English 2.0”: a pocket guide for Freshmen, math majors and a generation of texters

Lindsey Hogan | Contributing Writer October 13, 2013

After sitting on the school board for Wagner Middle School, the largest one in New York City, Geraldine Onorato noticed that people, particularly students, had become lazy writers. As a remedy, Onorato...

Donna Brazile, a world-famous political analyst, speaks in front of a crowd about her experiences in politics as an African-American woman and how other woman can overcome the barriers she has had to face.

Donna Brazile shares views on women and politics

Joe Lowe | Staff Writer October 13, 2013

World-renowned political analyst Donna Brazile shared her experiences as an African-American woman in politics with Wilmington natives and UNC Wilmington faculty and students on Monday, September 30. The...

Dr. Chadwick Roberts speaks to a classroom full of students and faculty about Poppin Tags: Whiteness, Authenticity and Advocacy in Macklemores Thrift Shop and Same Love. The talk was presented by LGBQTIAs Out To Lunch series. 

Macklemore affects gay community

Lindsey Hogan | Contributing Writer October 3, 2013

Top-selling rap artist Macklemore’s hit song “Same Love” uses hip-hop to promote marriage equality. But, as a straight, white, middle-class man, does Macklemore have the right to make money off the...

Randall Library pictured hosting the Banned Books exhibit September 22 through the 28. The librarys exhibit was a celebration of written freedom and an opportunity for students to gain insight on the banned books.

Randall Library celebrates Banned Book Week

Tabitha Shiflett | Staff Writer October 3, 2013

Randall Library pictured hosting the Banned Books exhibit September 22 through the 28. The library's exhibit was a celebration of written freedom and an opportunity for students to gain insight on the banned books.

Catching the world’s most dangerous waves

Samantha Santana | Contributing Writer September 26, 2013

“A wave unlike the other had arrived: a true freak. I flinched as it rose into a sheer cliff, flicking the surfers off its face with casual violence. Watching it I felt amazement and fear and humility,”...

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