When it comes to inclusion and representation, the University of West Georgia ensures that students of all different cultures and backgrounds feel like they are seen and respected, putting on events targeted to specific demographics. Feb. 29, the Ultimate Family Reunion concluded Black History Month this year and it gives African American students a chance to celebrate in a fun and imaginative way.
There is a strange sense of comfort and safety in watching a stereotypical and cheesy romantic comedy. Released on Feb. 14, the Netflix original “Players” is the perfect high-calorie take-out meal after a long week of work. The film allows the brain to relax as the story unfolds, foreseeable ending and all.
UWG’s annual French Film Festival has four more movies lined up for the Spring Semester, and despite the label of “French,” this year highlights facets of French culture beyond “France.” Hosted by the ILC, the films chosen each hold unique perspectives and languages including but not limited to Catalan, Arabic and German.
On Friday, Feb 16. global Puerto Rican superstar Jennifer Lopez, famously known for her acting, dancing and music talents, dropped her “This Is Me… Now” album. Nuyorican Productions and BMG Rights Management produced this album, which is the first album released by Lopez under this new partnership; but Lopez’s ninth studio album release.
Works of fiction are commonly constructed within specific genres to appeal to the tastes or the mood of the individual. However, genres often blend together, not merely to enhance the plot, but to offer complexity and depth to the story. Dark comedies are known for using humor to tackle heavy and complex issues that may otherwise turn off those who hesitate towards such subject matter.
Disney+ recently announced that their adaptation of “Percy Jackson and The Olympians” has been renewed for a second season. The first episode of the Disney+ original series was released on Dec. 20 and had many fans excitedly anticipating the rest of the episodes.
The University of West Georgia’s men’s basketball team confirmed their place in the opening round of the Gulf South Conference (GSC) Tournament last Saturday after a comfortable 83-54 victory against the Alabama Huntsville Chargers.
Entering the music industry is unconventional and risky, but also a leap of faith. Many people often struggle with turning their passion for music into a career, especially when the path proves to be uncertain and ever-changing. This was the case for Avery Draut, a University of Georgia alumni who decided to take that chance.
When someone is entering an environment as an underrepresented minority, it can prove to be stressful and intimidating. The fear of facing biases and stereotypes can take a toll on one’s confidence in whatever they are doing, potentially leading to poor performance or giving up altogether. However, there is great power in someone knowing that they are not alone. Although being an underrepresented minority in any field or environment presents challenges, when someone has a support system of other minorities who can relate to the challenges, it can make facing them a little easier.
At the beginning of this year on Jan. 18, the third floor of the Ingram Library reopened after a long period of undergoing a remodel. With the reopening of the third floor the UWG Art Gallery was once again open to the school. At the beginning of February, multiple art students at UWG had the privilege of displaying their art in the gallery for the Annual Student Exhibition.
