 Bursting the Bubble
by The GuilfordianJan 01, 2013“Typically, diners and alcohol have a close correlation. People flock there after last call, hoping to quiet their drunken stomach rumblings. Or on the flipside, folks crawl through the door in the early afternoon hungover, yearning for a cup of strong coffee.”
Bursting the Bubble
by The GuilfordianJan 01, 2012“Typically, diners and alcohol have a close correlation. People flock there after last call, hoping to quiet their drunken stomach rumblings. Or on the flipside, folks crawl through the door in the early afternoon hungover, yearning for a cup of strong coffee.”
Bursting the Bubble
by The GuilfordianJan 01, 2011“Typically, diners and alcohol have a close correlation. People flock there after last call, hoping to quiet their drunken stomach rumblings. Or on the flipside, folks crawl through the door in the early afternoon hungover, yearning for a cup of strong coffee.”
Bursting the Bubble
by The GuilfordianOct 28, 2010“Typically, diners and alcohol have a close correlation. People flock there after last call, hoping to quiet their drunken stomach rumblings. Or on the flipside, folks crawl through the door in the early afternoon hungover, yearning for a cup of strong coffee.”
Staff Editorial
by The GuilfordianOct 07, 2010“In the midst of day-to-day life, it can be difficult to look past the surface and see the suffering of another. Often, those around us suffer in silence and we never realize the extent of the damage until it is too late.
The recent death of Tyler Clementi has focused the media's attention on the bullying and harassment that so many young people face in our country.”
Bursting the Bubble
by The GuilfordianOct 07, 2010“When all the protests, threatened lawsuits, and mysterious deaths finally persuaded Greensboro to close the White Street Landfill, nobody was happier than Harold Fields.
Fields lives in the Mount Zion neighborhood, a largely black community just down the road from the dump.”
Weather catastrophes linked to global warming?
by The GuilfordianSep 30, 2010“In the past year, record breaking weather patterns and natural disasters have struck countries across the globe. According to the Associated Content many scientists are beginning to think that global warming is directly linked to these weather catastrophes, which have killed thousands already this year.”
Stoning sentence draws global attention to Iranian trial
by The GuilfordianSep 23, 2010“"When the judge handed down my sentence, I even didn't realize I'm supposed to be stoned to death because I didn't know what 'rajam' means," said Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani, according to the Guardian. "They asked me to sign my sentence which I did, then I went back to the prison and my cellmates told me that I was going to be stoned to death and I instantly fainted.”
Tensions rise over Public Safety's alcohol enforcement
by The GuilfordianSep 16, 2010“Public Safety is an ever-present force in life at Guilford. As such, it is profoundly important that students and faculty alike have a good relationship with Public Safety, as a whole and on an individual level.”
Guilford's evolution steady through the years
by The GuilfordianSep 16, 2010“Change, like wind through trees as old as the college itself, has blown perpetually throughout Guilford's long history. Today's limited cigarette smoking sections were once full bans on tobacco, alcohol and profanity; the new pizza delivery service was once an on-campus farm to ensure fresh milk, eggs, meat and produce; and the recently-dedicated mural decorates the halls of the campus' third version of King Hall.”
Mexico's drug war escalates
by The GuilfordianSep 02, 2010“On Aug. 22 the decapitated bodies of four men were hung by their feet from a bridge in Cuernavaca, Mexico early Sunday morning, according to the Associated Press.
The recent killings are believed to be the result of a rivalry that has developed within the Beltran Leyva Cartel.”
World news in brief
by The GuilfordianApr 15, 2010“Brazil
Starting April 5, widespread mud slides in the Rio de Janeiro area have resulted in an estimated 224 deaths, although the toll continues to rise with each passing day. According to Reuters, the disaster has left over 50,000 people homeless, but the results have drawn the government's attention towards the slums and poor infrastructure in the area.”
Guilford recognizes Farmworker Awareness Week
by The GuilfordianApr 08, 2010“From March 28 to April 3, Guilford College recognized the National Farmworker Awareness Week. Events included the Pilgrimage for Peace and Justice, Walk for Immigrant Justice, a showing of the Brothers Towns Film, No More Deaths Presentation, a Candlelight Vigil, and finished with the Immigration Simulation on Friday.”
New scholarship honors former professor
by The GuilfordianApr 23, 2009“Newly endowed scholarship honors the legacy of Edward Burrows who was committed to non- violence, racial justice and anti-discrimination. Henry Cordeal was awarded the scholarship for his dedication to trying to understand the flaws of the current economic state.”
Yemen's conflicts continue, Al-Qaeda's influence worries U.S.
by The GuilfordianOct 01, 2009“On Sept. 16, 85 Shiite refugees, including women and children, were killed in an air raid launched by the Yemeni government. The raid came after a recent escalation of violence between the government and a Shiite rebel clan called the Hawthis.
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Ivy League murders more newsworthy
by The GuilfordianOct 01, 2009“Ivy League student murders are more publicized than other college student murders. The question, then, is why”
New York Rockefeller laws to be repealed
by The GuilfordianApr 16, 2009“The New York Legislature is currently in the process of repealing the 30 year old Rockefeller drug laws. The new deal promotes treatment for drug offenders rather than lengthy mandatory prison sentences.”
Sudanese President challenges sovereignty of the ICC
by The GuilfordianApr 09, 2009“The International Criminal Court issued a warrant for the arrest of Sudan's president Omar Hassan Ahmad al-Bashir on May 4. The decision was based on al-Bashir's involvement with the ongoing atrocities in Darfur. However, due to complications involving jurisprudence Al-Bashir is likely to stay free for an undetermined amount of time.”
Murders in Nairobi send painful message
by The GuilfordianApr 02, 2009“Two human rights activists in Nairobi who were reporting to the U.N. on "death squads" in the police force were murdered in broad daylight on March 5 and as the police begin to investigate, they've found that the most suspicious suspects are themselves.”
Violence in Northern Ireland causes unexpected unity
by The GuilfordianMar 26, 2009“Irish republican splinter groups launched an attack on a British army base in Belfast March 7, killing two and wounding four. Their actions have caused unexpected unity between the leaders of the two major Irish factions.”
Bryan secedes, declares war on milner
by The GuilfordianMar 26, 2009“In a surprise move last week, Bryan Hall seceded from Guilford campus, claiming "irreparable differences" between it and Public Safety.”
Pew study finds imprisonment too costly and ineffective
by The GuilfordianMar 19, 2009“Pew study finds that budget cuts and overcrowding have led many states to begin to change their criminal justice policy.”
Immigrants face violence throughout the nation
by The GuilfordianFeb 26, 2009“The Hispanic immigrant population is America's newest scapegoat. Because of their newcomer status, their skin color, and "job-taking" stereotypes, these hard-working men and women have recently become subject to a plague of violent crimes, making national news.”
Phelps hits the bong, and the bong hits back
by The GuilfordianFeb 19, 2009“"It's not like he was smoking a crack-pipe," was my immediate reaction to the media hype, and the United States Swimming Association's (USSA) decision to suspend gold-medal-winning Olympian Michael Phelps from competition for three months, after a photo of him taking a hefty rip of marijuana from a tall, glass bong surfaced.”
Bryan Series' Salman Rushdie speaks on politics and literature
by The GuilfordianFeb 12, 2009“Summary: Bryan Series speaker, Sir Salman Rushdie's presented his view's on politics and literature, ruminating on the subject of celebrity, writer responsibility and living under a death threat for ten years. Rushdie regaled the audience with witty stories in relation to his infamous past when the evening's tone took an abrupt turn into sensitive political issues.”
RAD prepares women for worstcase scenarios
by The GuilfordianFeb 05, 2009“No one wants to think that they are at risk for being raped, but it's more common than most people think. Next semester, Public Safety will be offering a hands-on self-defense class to Guilford women.”
FMLN projected to win El Salvador presidency
by The GuilfordianJan 29, 2009“With a bloody civil war that made headlines for the killings of Jesuit priests and other atrocities nearly a decade ago, El Salvador is poised for progress.
On Saturday, the former leftist guerilla group Farabundo Marti National Liberation Front ( FMLN), won 35 congressional seats in the country's election.”
Supreme Court ruling extends good faith doctrine
by The GuilfordianJan 29, 2009“Recent 5 to 4 Supreme Court decision ruled evidence obtained from arrest based on careless record keeping if done in good faith may be used against a criminal defendant.”
Rabbi Ben Packer speaks
by The GuilfordianJan 29, 2009“In response to rising death tolls in the Gaza Strip, Hillel invited Rabbi Ben Packer to speak in the community center on Jan. 21.
"We decided to hold this discussion when our school did nothing to educate students about it," said Joseph Fox, co-president of Hillel.”
Drug policy widens divide between athletes and Guilford community
by The GuilfordianSep 04, 2008“The implementation of the new athletic drug testing policy creates negative outcomes for athletes and Guilford's endeavors for equality.”
Guilford Grieves Loss of Caitlin Lee
by The GuilfordianAug 28, 2008“Rising Junior Caitlin Lee flourished on Guilford's campus before her unexpected death on July 27.”
There's a new sheriff in town
by The GuilfordianApr 17, 2008“On March 11, Adam Pearman was elected Sheriff of Guilford, a position that had never before existed. As Sheriff, Pearman will serve as an advocate between Campus Life, Public Safety, and the student body.”
Perceived increase in parking tickets causes outrage
by The GuilfordianApr 10, 2008“A lack of communication between Public Safety and the student body is resulting in high numbers of parking tickets. As the campus population promises to increase in the future, this issue may only worsen.”
Iraq War turns five; more than 4,000 casualties
by The GuilfordianApr 03, 2008“Soon after the fifth anniversary of the Second Gulf War the U.S. death toll reached 4,000 casualties as the campus community and the world at large hotly debate the tough questions raised by the American occupation.”
The Iraq War continues, and there are no more improvements
by The GuilfordianMar 27, 2008“We have been in Iraq for five years now, and we have caught and killed the man we were looking for. We are causing more bloodshed as we stay in Iraq. There have been no more improvements. It is time to send our troops home!”
Budget approved; campus alcohol and drug use discussed
by The GuilfordianFeb 27, 2008“Guilford's Board of Trustees met on Feb. 23 to approve the budget raising tuition to $33,000 for next year. Also, a panel of students shared their experiences and suggestions related to drugs and alcohol.”
Guilford athletes get the drug talk
by The GuilfordianFeb 28, 2008“Kathy Scneidwind came to Dana auditorium to talk to students athletes at Guilford about drug testing. Students learned which substances are OK to use and which ones are banned as well as the physical consequences of taking performance-enhancing drugs.”
Six Guantanamo detainees with Sept. 11 connections face trial
by The GuilfordianFeb 21, 2008“Six detainees from Guantanamo Bay face military trial with Sept. 11 connection, making the first since the war on terror begun. They will most likely face the death penalty if found guilty.”
Athletes learn about NCAA Drug tests
by The GuilfordianFeb 21, 2008“Summary: Kathy Scneidwind came to Dana auditorium to talk to students athletes at Guilford about drug testing. Students learned which substances are OK to use and which ones are banned as well as the physical consequences of taking performance-enhancing drugs.”
U.S. sniper guilty of killing unarmed Iraqi civilian
by The GuilfordianFeb 21, 2008“'U.S. Soldier guilty in Iraqi civilian murder blames sleep deprivation, PTSD'
Summary: Sgt. Evan Vela is sentenced to 10 years in prison after killing Iraqi civilian Genei Nasir al-Janabi and planting a weapon on him. Vela's defense says the sniper was suffering from sleep deprivation and post-traumatic stress.”
$20 million settlement award to polic torture victims
by The GuilfordianJan 31, 2008“Four men falsely convicted under torture and sent to death row have received a total of $20 million in damages from the City of Chicago. However, many feel the settlement is nowhere close to properly serving justice.”
Federal agents place secret tracking devices on phones without warrants
by The GuilfordianDec 06, 2007“Federal officials without probable cause have acquired warrants requesting that cellular communications companies place secret tracking devices on cell-phones. The devices will be in the phones of subscribers that federal agents believe to be drug traffickers, child abusers, and fugitives.”
Former School of the Americas accused of human rights violations
by The GuilfordianNov 29, 2007“On the weekend of Nov. 16, thousands of people, including Guilford students, gathered at Fort Benning to protest the former School of the Americas, a military school accused of promoting torture, murder, and other human rights violations.”
A violent rally ruptures in Gaza
by The GuilfordianNov 29, 2007“A rally to commemorate Yasser Arafat's death turns quickly into a violent protest. The tension continues as Palestine and Israel try to find a way for peace.”
Young black woman kidnapped and tortured in West Virginia hate crime
by The GuilfordianNov 01, 2007“A young black woman was kidnapped by six white criminals. Megan Williams was kept in a shed while tortured and sexually assaulted.”
Alcohol poisonings on campus are low, booze remains issue
by The GuilfordianNov 01, 2007“Alcohol poisonings on campus are low this semester especially in relation to last year, although drinking remains an issue. Statistics also show a drastic dip in alcohol- related incidents as students age.”
Marines, including a lieutenant colonel, court-martialed over Haditha incident
by The GuilfordianNov 01, 2007“Two U.S Marines face court-martials over an incident in Haditha, Iraq that occurred in 2005. One enlisted man faces charges stemming from accusations that he and several other marines killed Iraqi civilians in response to an insurgent attack. A battalion commander faces charges that he neglected to investigate the incident.”
Guilford posts crime statistics
by The GuilfordianOct 25, 2007“The recently posted annual security report, allowing students to be aware of the crime statistics on campus, displayed that Guilford reached a new high in 2006 with 175 liquor law violations. Students have the ability to obtain facts such as this and many others in yearly report on crime within our community.”
Endangered Gray Wolves become hunter's target
by The GuilfordianOct 25, 2007“Because hunters are having difficulty finding big game in the usual areas, the Bush administration is advocating a proposal that would delist gray wolves as an endangered species. This reclassification would broaden the occasions in which the killing of wolves is acceptable.”
Students Protest World Bank
by The GuilfordianOct 25, 2007“On October 19th, woman gets hit by a brick and two arrests made during protest against the World Bank and IMF. October 20th, protest continues with lots of tension but no arrests.”
Public Safety's annual security report shows trends in campus crimes
by The GuilfordianOct 25, 2007“Guilford College's 2007-08 Annual Security Report administered by public safety displays campus crime statistics for the past three calendar years. The most prevalent campus crimes have included drug and liquor law violations, sexual assaults, and burglaries.”
$1.6 million gift received, four new members welcomed
by The GuilfordianOct 25, 2007“From Oct. 4-6, the Board of Trustees met for their first meeting this semester. With four new members added to the board, the meeting covered a variety of topics include campus alcohol abuse.”
New student athlete drug testing policy
by The GuilfordianOct 04, 2007“A new drug-testing policy is in the works for student athletes, requiring random testing both in and out of season. The policy has not yet been finalized.”
Gray Wolves in danger of becoming hunters' targets
by The GuilfordianOct 04, 2007“Because hunters are having difficulty finding big game in the usual areas, the Bush administration is advocating a proposal that would de-list gray wolves as an endangered species. This reclassification would broaden the occasions in which the killing of wolves is acceptable.”
Leather Group Bound To Please
by The GuilfordianSep 06, 2007“The less-than-vocal Safe Leather Group on campus emphasizes the need for safety when practicing BDSM. The group focuses on comfort and education. Members of the group feel connected as a community and feel free to express their lifestyle at Guilford.”
Floods Dismantle the Midwest
by The GuilfordianSep 06, 2007“In the Midwest last week, two storms destroyed a huge portion of the Midwest, leaving tens of millions of dollars in damages and killing 22 people. While these storms have been reported on, there has been a lack of knowledge about them, particularly on the east and west coasts.”
Tsunami in the Asian Pacific leaves thousands homeless; death toll rising
by The GuilfordianApr 19, 2007“An earthquake and tsunami recently battered the Solomon Islands. Thousands have been made homeless, and the death toll is steadily rising. Several countries, including the United States, are providing financial assistance, but are their donations enough?”
The Beijing Times accuse construction company of accident cover-up
by The GuilfordianApr 12, 2007“An accidental collapse occurred in a Beijing subway tunnel, killing six construction workers. The Beijing Times accused the construction company of attempting to cover up the incident by not calling the police and trying to handle the situation on their o”
The Beijing Times accuse construction company of accident cover-up
by The GuilfordianApr 12, 2007“An accidental collapse occurred in a Beijing subway tunnel, killing six construction workers. The Beijing Times accused the construction company of attempting to cover up the incident by not calling the police and trying to handle the situation on their o”
The Beijing Times accuse construction company of accident cover-up
by The GuilfordianApr 12, 2007“An accidental collapse occurred in a Beijing subway tunnel, killing six construction workers. The Beijing Times accused the construction company of attempting to cover up the incident by not calling the police and trying to handle the situation on their o”
The Beijing Times accuse construction company of accident cover-up
by The GuilfordianApr 12, 2007“An accidental collapse occurred in a Beijing subway tunnel, killing six construction workers. The Beijing Times accused the construction company of attempting to cover up the incident by not calling the police and trying to handle the situation on their o”
The Beijing Times accuse construction company of accident cover-up
by The GuilfordianApr 12, 2007“An accidental collapse occurred in a Beijing subway tunnel, killing six construction workers. The Beijing Times accused the construction company of attempting to cover up the incident by not calling the police and trying to handle the situation on their o”
 Men's tennis team exemplifies camaraderie and confidence
by The GuilfordianApr 12, 2007“Mental strength, teamwork and physical skill lead men's tennis team to eighth win of season
With a new coach and supportive and skillful players, the men's tennis team is on a 7-game winning streak. Players and coach intend to bring winning mentality to”
U.N. accuses Bangladeshi police of unlawful executions
by The GuilfordianApr 12, 2007“The Bangladeshi police force has been accused by U.N. envoys of using extralegal executions against 400 suspected criminals to maintain order in the country.
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The Beijing Times accuse construction company of accident cover-up
by The GuilfordianApr 12, 2007“An accidental collapse occurred in a Beijing subway tunnel, killing six construction workers. The Beijing Times accused the construction company of attempting to cover up the incident by not calling the police and trying to handle the situation on their o”
Alabama refuses aid to indigent death row inmates
by The GuilfordianApr 12, 2007“This month, Alabama death row inmates will take their case to the Supreme Court claiming that they are being denied their constitutional right to a fair trial when their state won't provide them with a lawyer.
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