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UNC Asheville Homecoming 2010

Homecoming is a time to reminisce, carry out traditions and reflect on the past at most schools. UNC Asheville is not most schools. Full story

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Stanford psychologist explains behavioral theories

Renowned psychologist Philip Zimbardo engaged students in two lectures yesterday, exploring the effects of disordered environments on human behavior with his "Lucifer effect" theory. Full story

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UNCA stumps Gardner-Webb with thrilling 89-86 win

With a sold out Justice Center crowd on the edge of their seats and a chance to secure a first-round home playoff game, the UNC Asheville men's basketball team held on for an 89-86 victory against Gardner-Webb. Full story

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Trainer death highlights animal-capitivity issues

Despite a size of 6 tons, a link to three human deaths and a “killer” name, Tilikum still has a job at SeaWorld.

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Social Internet use encourages lazy communication

New additions to the dictionary reflect the changes in language

The overwhelming prevalence of social Internet use and text messaging as a means of self-expression reveal a serious shift in the English language toward lazier, less complex communication.

UNC Asheville’s payroll system needs changes

“Sorry. I can’t. I’m a poor college student.”

Cannot do what? College students can’t go to the movies, clubbing, mini golfing, bowling, dinner, to a show, drinking, on road trips, grocery shopping or to a variety of other activities, and this is not because of financial irresponsibility.

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Thirteen years later, Asheville murder remains unsolved

Community and police continue to investigate, despite limited evidence

Even though Amber Lundgren’s murder remains unsolved after more than a decade, the details surrounding her death remain fresh in people’s minds and on the Internet.

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Civil rights attorney discusses Guantanamo Bay issues

Many prisoners not linked with al-Qaida, none convicted of a crime

Guantanamo Bay only links 8 percent of its detainees with al-Qaida, and holds no convicted criminals, according to government records

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Wal-Mart Supercenter slated to open in early summer

The planned reopening of an area Wal-Mart store this summer draws mixed feelings from some concerned locals.

 

Arts and Features

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Hurricane Katrina inspires unique artwork

Loren Schwerd moved to Baton Rouge three weeks before Hurricane Katrina. The hair extensions she found in the hurricane’s trail of destruction inspired a unique gallery of work.

 

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Modern dance company dazzles Asheville audience

The Nicholas Leichter Dance Company brought their modern dance style to the Diana Wortham Theatre last weekend in a perfect show for Asheville.

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Former chancellor speaks about religious college campuses

A former UNC Asheville chancellor weighed the benefits and detriments of faith-based schools as he discussed his new book, Seeing the Light: Religious Colleges in Twenty-First Century America.

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‘Mustache March’ honors the exploration of facial hair

Facial hair is as divisive a topic as any when it comes to fashion and grooming. It makes as much of a statement as a hairstyle or wardrobe choice, and can speak volumes about a person.

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Track team finishes strong at Big South meet

During the two-day Big South Conference indoor track meet, UNC Asheville’s track and field teams finished eighth for the men and ninth for the women during the weekend.

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College of Charleston slips past Bulldogs

The UNC Asheville baseball team experienced déjà vu this weekend, winning the first game only to lose the final two game series against College of Charleston, similar to last weekend’s series against Campbell.

Liberty slams Bulldogs with 94-66 blowout

The UNC Asheville women’s basketball team came up short with a disappointing 94-66 loss during Homecoming weekend against Liberty.