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Photo of president elect Donald J. Trump on the cover of The New York Times (Courtesy: Markus Spiske/Unsplash).
Four more years with Trump, what could his presidency look like?
Sophie Barton, Staff Writer • November 18, 2024

As Americans consider the recent election results, many are left wondering: what is coming next? The nation is split between those who are...

Astronaut walking on the moon (Photo by History in HD/Unsplash).
The Chancellor’s Dare to Learn Lecture: A lesson on failing from astronaut Scott Kelly
Ash Karpf, Staff Writer • November 11, 2024

  On Oct. 22 UNCW Chancellor, Aswani Volety, presented the “Dare to Learn Lecture” where NASA astronaut Scott Kelly detailed his...

A graphic of the UNCW All American Marine research vessel (Courtest of Dr. Kenneth Halanych).
Advancing ocean research: University of North Carolina Wilmington introduces a new state-of-the-art research vessel
Brielle Nugent, Staff Writer • November 11, 2024

After 35 years, UNCW’s Center for Marine Sciences (CMS) is working to enhance its capabilities by introducing a new research vessel to its...

"VOTE NC" - Rally goers hold letters spelling out "VOTE NC," encouraging North Carolinians to head to the polls. (Emily Reier/The Seahawk)
‘When we vote, we win’: Governor Tim Walz energizes N.C. supporters as polls tighten in final days
Emily Reier and Addison Lowry November 4, 2024

Just 12 days out from election day, Governor Tim Walz spoke at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater in Wilmington, N.C. on Oct. 24.  Thursday,...

Media Day team photo of UNCW Women's Basketball for the 2024-25 season (Courtesy: Brittany Drew)

Back row (L-R): Cherie Lea (Associate Head Coach), Hailey Yohn (Assistant Coach), Evan Miller (#22), Corrie McLaughlin (#13), Alexandra Zelaya (#0), Angelina Pelayo (#24), Isis Fitch (#8), Mary Ferrito (#1), Madison Taylor (Director of Operations), Brittany Drew (Assistant Coach); Front row (L-R): McCall King (#10), Kylah Silver (#21), Jania Hall (#20), Tia Dobson (#4), Nicole Woods (Head Coach), Ofir Parpara (#9), Taylor Henderson (#2), Finley Lohan (#5), Kate Hollifield (#3)
New season, new assistant coach
Emma Tillman, Staff Writer • October 29, 2024

  From Greensboro to Wilmington, former high school basketball coach Brittany Drew brings her knowledge and experience of the game...

Trump supporter holding up a Trump and Vance sign at the Wilmington International Airport (Jamie Leigh/The Seahawk)
Donald Trump visits Wilmington for Republican rally
Jamie Leigh Royal, Staff Writer • October 25, 2024

On Sept. 21, former President Donald J. Trump was the guest of honor in attendance for the Republican rally at the Wilmington International...

 Randy Newton is joined by local business employee Christian Staley in loading Newton’s trailer with donations to prepare for a drive across the state. (Bridget Flanagan/The Seahawk)
A wake-up call: the change facing N.C. communities after weather disasters
Bridget Flanagan, Staff Writer • October 24, 2024

In the wake of September’s catastrophic rainfall that wreaked havoc across the state, the citizens of N.C. face a wake-up call: the climate...

Josh Stein meeting with student journalists over Zoom. (Bella Clotzman/The Seahawk)
A talk between N.C. student journalists and Josh Stein
Bella Clotzman, Staff Writer • October 24, 2024

On Thursday Oct. 17, Josh Stein, the Democratic candidate for governor of N.C. held a Zoom call with student journalists to address questions...

With the abundance of voting resources available on campus, UNCW students have the power to make their voice heard during election season. (Parker Johnson/Unsplash)
Don’t sit this one out: UNCW’s voter resources and empowering student participation
Emily Reier, News Editor • October 14, 2024

With an estimated eight million new eligible voters, Gen Z has the power to tip the scales. In the same five minutes it takes to register...

Student body president Skyler Stein (Jamie Leigh Royal/The Seahawk)
SGA State of the Union address
Jamie Leigh Royal, Staff Writer • September 26, 2024

Sept. 17 is best recognized as Constitution Day. This anniversary is celebrated in appreciation of the 39 delegates who signed the United States...

UNCW alum, Maddie Miller, poses in front of the iconic Seahawk statue. (Courtesy of Maddie Miller, UNCW class of 2023)
Students speak out on movement of iconic Seahawk statue
Alli DeMan, Editorial Intern • September 25, 2024

Stationed in the Wagoner Drive traffic circle since 2009, UNCW’s Soaring Seahawk statue has been a favorite spot for student graduation photos....

This year, The Seahawk is partnering with SGA to better inform students of SGA decisions. (Gracie Davis/The Seahawk)
Sept. 10 SGA meeting
Jamie Leigh Royal, Staff Writer • September 17, 2024

  On Sept. 10, the Student Government Association held their first meeting for the Fall 2024 semester. The meeting was led by Student...

Discovery Hall provides students with an abundance of study space and natural lighting. (Grace Lanham/The Seahawk)
While you’ve been gone: UNCW’s Discovery Hall addition and Randall Library renovation
Grace Lanham, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 14, 2024

On Aug. 15, 2024, UNCW’s library reopened its doors after a summer hiatus filled with remodeling and renovations, including an 80,000 square...

Date rape drugs pose a grave threat to college students, and can be easily slipped into drinks undetected. (Gracie Davis/The Seahawk)
“The Red Zone,” date rape drugs and resources
Megan Eesley, Co-Editor-in-Chief • September 12, 2024

As students settle into their first month of classes, campus is also bracing itself for the Red Zone. According to the American Psychological...

The Venus flytrap found in N.C. (Skylar Schade/The Seahawk)
N.C.’s famous carnivore
Skylar Schade, Staff Writer • May 29, 2024

The Venus flytrap is a staple in N.C., earning the title of state carnivorous plant. Despite its substantial presence in the area, many residents...

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