For most musicians, their primary goals are to generate fame, make money and establish a name for themselves in the industry. These artists work to craft music that hits high on the charts and racks up millions of listens on streaming platforms. Many have been known to measure overall success with status, and creating music has seemed to become merely a stepping stone to getting a ticket to Hollywood.
The tradition of tailgating has made its way into the University of West Georgia football stadium. Tailgating is an opportunity for students to gather and eat food in the back of parked vehicles before a sports game. The university has designated “The Hill,” for students to engage with the community and enjoy activities before the start of the game.
Suspense, questions of morality and obsession all tend to come together in the making of a well-done psychological thriller. Are the supposed villains of a story truly evil or are they simply misunderstood with having deeply rooted insecurities and heartbreaks that motivate their behavior? Can a person’s despair descend so deeply into madness that they lose their ability to distinguish between right and wrong? Are monsters born with the blackness of their hearts or is this lack of empathy a coping mechanism that’s been created by a lifetime of hurt?
Daisy Gonzales-Castaneda, a first-generation college student, has been chosen for this year’s homecoming court, making her a spotlight figure just in time for Hispanic Heritage Month. As she embraces her role in the spotlight, Gonzales hopes to use this opportunity to raise awareness on the importance of representation and inspire others in her community.
Kayleigh Amstutz, professionally known as Chappell Roan as an ode to her grandfather, became a top pop artist after many of her songs such as “Pink Pony Club” and “Hot to Go!” gained popularity on social media. After her Best New Artist win at the VMA awards, she got emotional reading her speech from her diary and dedicated the win to the queer and trans community who fuel pop music stating, “I see you, I am one of you.”
On Oct. 4, the 14th annual World College Radio Day will take place, a tradition that UWG’s WOLF Radio has participated in for over a decade. This year’s theme of the event is “The Soundtrack of Democracy,” which WOLF Radio will use to give resources supporting voter education and helping as many students as possible to register for the Nov. 5 election before the deadline.
Music is powerful. It may serve as a source of comfort when times are difficult as the lyrics to a song seem to almost perfectly convey the emotions inside of a person. Strong and powerful communities are formed when people enjoy similar music artists, and attending concerts can create memorable experiences that last a lifetime. The healing power of music is why it is often referred to as being “a universal language.”
The annual Yogafest is returning for the 13th year this Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Amphitheater in downtown Carrollton and will include 8 mini yoga sessions, a raffle and opportunities for participants to win prizes.
On Monday, Sept. 23, the University of West Georgia (UWG) Marketing Club had the exclusive opportunity to visit the Coca-Cola Headquarters in Atlanta. 50 enthusiastic students embarked on this educational trip, organized by Marketing Club president, Reese Scott and chapter advisor, Kenneth Hilderhoff.
The University of West Georgia (UWG) kicked off September by celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with engaging events to celebrate the rich cultural contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities throughout the month.
