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Green day: Hong Kong horticultural therapist’s relaxing urban farm experiences
When Linda Lee was young and living in the heart of Hong Kong’s urban metropolis, her father found peace in a small cluster of greenery in their flat. He stood in the corner each day, tending to each pot. When he smoked, he always turned to blow the smoke onto the plants, which would absorb the chemicals, he said, leaving clean air for Lee and her mother. Lee’s father was a tough character. He did not talk much, or have many friends.
Green day: Hong Kong horticultural therapist’s relaxing urban farm experiences
Linda Lee’s urban farming experience days mix hydroponics, plant care, mindfulness and crafts By Emma White SCMP 29 Aug 2026 Excerpt: When Linda Lee was young and living in the heart of Hong Kong’s urban metropolis, her father found peace in a small cluster of greenery in their flat. He stood in the corner each day, tending to each pot. When he smoked, he always turned to blow the smoke onto the plants, which would absorb the chemicals, he said, leaving clean air for Lee and her mother.
Senior guard Jaila Lee of the UNC Greensboro (UNCG) women’s basketball team was no stranger to a hectic lifestyle, growing up with four siblings in Brentwood, Tennessee. What she wasn’t prepared for, however, was the moment her life and college basketball career took an unexpected turn. “I’ve always been an athletic kid; I played every sport under the moon when I was little," said Lee.
Boseovski and Quattrucci Named to All-SoCon Faculty and Staff Team
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – The Southern Conference (SoCon) named its All-Conference Faculty and Staff Team on Tuesday, with two representatives from all 10 member schools being recognized by the league. Dr. Janet Boseovski, Professor of Psychology and Jessica Quattrucci, Academic Advisor in the Bryan Undergraduate Student Services Office, were chosen to represent UNCG.
Josie Nivar: Dance Teacher at Dancexcel in Medina, Brunswick
Miss Josie Nivar is a dance instructor from Dancexcel Studios in Medina County. Nivar attended the University of Texas for dance and decided she wanted to be a dance teacher. Josie Nivar: Dance Teacher at Dancexcel in Medina, Brunswick When she graduated college, she moved to Northeast Ohio and searched for dance studios in the area, where she found Dancecexel. She contacted Dancexcel owner Gina Koch and, two weeks later, Koch asked Nivar to meet with her and see the studio.
Dreams and disillusionment: Students return to school in an atmosphere of uncertainty
After a year of turbulence on the state and federal level, University of Montana students are returning to campus. The local climate mirrors the national atmosphere: uncertain and ever-changing. With serious cuts to funding hitting the forestry school and the Mansfield Center, students and faculty alike have their eyes on the legislature as they plan their next moves, which may include a full shift in career paths for some.
Dutton Earns First Place in SoCon Championships, Team Finishes Second
GREENSBORO, Ga. – Colin Dutton of the UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's golf team earned first place in The 2025 Southern Conference (SoCon) Championships, while the team finished in second place on Tuesday at Reynolds Plantation. With Dutton's win, he earns an automatic bid into the 2025 NCAA Regionals. The last time a Spartan earned the SoCon Championships player title was in the 2018 season when Nick Lyerly earned the feat.
Even after November election; Vote Oswego had busy spring semester prepping for fall
For many, election season ended on Nov. 5. For Vote Oswego, that was just another beginning. Last semester, SUNY Oswego’s nonpartisan voter registration and education campaign, Vote Oswego, had goals to increase student voter registration, education and increase their own visibility on campus. “Last semester we were able to test out some great new supports for students,” said Allison Rank, political science professor and campaign manager for Vote Oswego.
No. 16 Women’s Basketball Takes on No. 1 USC in First Round of NCAA Tournament
GREENSBORO, N.C. – The No. 16-seeded UNC Greensboro (UNCG) women's basketball team will take on No. 1 USC in the First Round of the 2025 NCAA Division I Women's Basketball Tournament in Los Angeles, California, at the Galen Center on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. EST/noon PST. Saturday's NCAA First Round matchup between the Spartans and Trojans will mark the two teams' first meeting in program history.
Women’s Basketball Collects Three Major Conference Awards, Three Collect All-Conference Honors
SoCon Announces Postseason Awards SPARTANBURG, S.C. – After a historic 2024-25 regular season, the UNC Greensboro (UNCG) women's basketball team has collected three major postseason awards in The Southern Conference (SoCon), while three Spartans have received all-conference honors, the league office announced Tuesday. Head Coach Trina Patterson has been named SoCon Coach of the Year.
Men’s Golf Claims First Place at Dorado Beach Collegiate
DORADO, PUERTO RICO – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's golf team finished in first place in the 16-team field at the Dorado Beach Collegiate on Tuesday in Dorado, Puerto Rico, at TPC Dorado Beach behind a total score of 29-under-par (835). Tuesday's win marks the team's third first-place finish this season. UNCG also finished first at the Bryan National Collegiate on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, and the Elon Invitational on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024.
Student healthcare coverage faces changes
Lindsay Bolin turned 26 this past week, marking the end of the stable health insurance she recieves from her parents’ coverage. Bolin won’t be able to cover her own health insurance for two months, which is when she will start to receive health care benefits from her current job. This has been worrisome for her, as she is diagnosed with multiple mental health disorders, which led to a weeklong stay at a psychiatric hospital last May.
The urban dangers bears face on campus
Since the start of September, there have been seven reported bear sightings on campus, and with the frequent visits, bear experts and University of Montana authorities are exploring ways to not only keep people safe, but the bears as well. The dangers bears face when they wander into human territory are extensive, according to Jamie Jonkel, a bear biologist who has worked in the Missoula area for decades.
DiverseU hosts lectures, discuss gender identity and free speech
In its 19th annual event, DiverseU promoted diversity and civil discourse with a series of lectures, films and art exhibits from Nov. 6-8. From gender to disability to free speech, the two day event brought staff, students and community members together to learn and share through a variety of platforms. Here are some highlights from the event.
Lessons from Lauren: How a student’s death turned into a widespread call for change
Lauren McCluskey knew firsthand the cost of domestic violence. So does Cheryl Krudop, the custodian of University Hall, which is why she walked the Oval sidewalk to make Lauren’s Promise for the third year in a row this past Tuesday. Lauren’s Promise is a vigil walk put on by the Lauren McCluskey Foundation, an organization dedicated to ending domestic violence on college campuses. The foundation was started by McClusky’s parents after their daughter in college was killed by a man she dated.
Green Goals: sustainability tour highlights UM’s efforts and its challenges in sustainable living
University of Montana sustainability coordinator Tayli Hillyard highlighted strides UM has made toward green living at the UM Sustainability Tour on Thursday, while also discussing some of the barriers students face to living sustainably.
UM sees a rise in rape cases for the second year in a row
When Sydney Schott was in the process of choosing schools before her freshman year, one question stayed at the forefront of her mind: What measures were each school taking to keep their students safe? “I really wanted, obviously, to have a safe campus, especially being a female,” Schott said.
Sheehy leads Tester in recent polls; University president talks successes, civic duty; UM grads sell start-up
Sheehy beating Tester according to polls A recent poll from the New York Times and Siena College shows Republican Tim Sheehy pulling ahead of Democratic incumbent Jon Tester in the Montana Senate Race. Sheehy leads Tester by eight points in this poll, with 52% of respondents backing him while 44% backed Tester. Sid Daud, the Libertarian candidate, captured less than half a percent of voters in this poll while 4% said they remained undecided. The poll was conducted from Oct. 5 to 8.
Chief Justice sees conflicting ideas of the high court
Neither of the candidates for Chief Justice of the Montana Supreme Court thought they were destined for the highest court in the state. Instead, Jerry Lynch and Cory Swanson both say they decided to run because they saw the need for a candidate who offered a different judicial philosophy to the ones on the ballot.
Hit n run, clever key-er, and bye bye blades
It’s been a pretty quiet week for all of you mischief-makers. Maybe the semester dread has begun to set in as you receive your first grades of the term and face the consequences of your debauchery. Decided to put away your beers and bongs, stay home and squint at the 80-page PDF you were supposed to read two weeks ago, didn’t you? We’ll see how long it lasts. Friday, Sept. 6 - Hit n’ run A minor hit-and-run was reported in lot P in the morning, with minor property damage being the only result.
67 UNCG Student-Athletes Named to SoCon Spring Academic All-Conference Team
SoCon Announces Spring All-Conference Team SPARTANBURG, S.C. – After a successful performance in the classroom, 67 UNC Greensboro (UNCG) student-athletes have earned a spot on the Spring 2024 Academic All-Southern Conference (SoCon) Team, the conference announced Thursday. Across the Spring 2024 Academic All-SoCon Team, 506 student-athletes earned 615 selections, which is the third highest in the spring for the conference.
Hernandez to Make Program History at NCAA Championship
GREENSBORO, N.C. – Freshman standout Kelvin Hernandez of the UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's golf team will make program history this week as the first Spartan to compete in the NCAA Division I Championship. Hernandez finished as the top individual not on an advancing team at the NCAA Regionals on Wednesday, May 15 at The University of Texas Golf Club to advance to the NCAA Championship.
Hernandez Advances to NCAA Championship for First Appearance in Program History
AUSTIN, TEXAS. – Kelvin Hernandez of the UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's golf team finished as the top individual not on an advancing team at the NCAA Regionals on Wednesday at The University of Texas Golf Club to advance to the NCAA Championship. The freshman finished in a tie for third place. Hernandez' spot in the NCAA Championship marks the first time in program history a Spartan has advanced to the finals.
Hernandez Tied for First After Round One of NCAA Regionals
AUSTIN, TEXAS. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's golf team stands in eighth place after round one of the NCAA Regionals on Monday at The University of Texas Golf Club in Austin, Texas. Kelvin Hernandez leads the Spartans in a tie for first place after recording a four-under-par (67). "It was an amazing experience," said Hernandez. "I was really nervous the first couple of holes but managed to have a solid start and that just helped me to keep playing good.
Men's Golf to Compete in NCAA Regionals
GREENSBORO, N.C. – For the second consecutive year, the UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's golf team will compete in the NCAA Regionals. The Spartans will compete in the three-round regional tournament at The University of Texas Golf Club in Austin, Texas from Monday, May 13 to Wednesday, May 15.
Maxwell Named Player of the Year; Eatmon & Loftin Earn All-Conference Honors
SoCon Announces 2023-24 Postseason Awards SPARTANBURG, S.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) softball standout Brooklynn Maxwell has been named The Southern Conference (SoCon) Player of the Year and to the All-SoCon First Team, while Betsy Eatmon and Grace Loftin have been tabbed to the All-SoCon Second Team. In addition, Eatmon was also named to the All-SoCon Freshman Team, the league office announced Tuesday.
Men’s Golf Headed to Austin for NCAA Regional
Men's Golf NCAA Regional Announcement GREENSBORO, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's golf team has earned an at-large bid to the NCAA Regionals for the second consecutive year, announced on Wednesday on the Golf Channel. This will be the fifth time in the Division I era that a UNCG team has received a bid to a NCAA Regional, while it is eighth overall as three individuals have made appearances as well.
Men's Golf Completes Play at Falcon Shootout
GREENSBORO, N.C. – Samuel Davidson, Andrew Graham, Tommy Lamb and Keenan Royalty of the UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's golf team completed the Falcon Shootout on Tuesday afternoon at Forest Oaks Golf Course. The Leaderboard Davidson finished the two-round tournament in first place for his best finish as a Spartan after shooting an overall score of two-under-par (142). Graham followed closely behind to finish in a tie for second place with a one-under-par (143).
Women’s Basketball to Face NC A&T in First Round of WNIT Tournament
Round One Matchups and Times Announced for 2024 Postseason WNIT GREENSBORO, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) women's basketball team has been selected as an automatic qualifier to compete in the 2024 Postseason WNIT, sponsored by Triple Crown.
Women's Basketball Sails Past Furman to Advance to SoCon Semifinals
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) women's basketball team never allowed Furman to lead in its 64-44 win in The Southern Conference (SoCon) Quarterfinal matchup on Thursday at the Harrah's Cherokee Center to advance to the Semifinals. Thursday's win marks the second consecutive year that UNCG has made it to the SoCon Semifinals. Four Spartans claimed doubles figures in the contest.
Hernandez to Make PGA Tour Debut
GREENSBORO, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's golf freshman Kelvin Hernandez will make his PGA Tour debut on Thursday, March 7, 2024, in the Puerto Rico Open at the Grand Reserve Golf Club in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. Hernandez finished as the runner-up at the Michelob Ultra Tour Championship this past December to earn a debut appearance in the PGA Tour. He finished the Michelob Ultra Tour Championship with an 11-under-par (205) with rounds of 69-66-70 in the three-round tournament.
16 From Softball Named Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athletes
Story Links 16 Softball Student-Athletes Named NFCA All-America Scholar-Athletes NFCA Announces Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athletes and Team Honorees GREENSBORO, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) softball team was recognized by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) for its stellar performance in the classroom for the 2022-23 academic year, while 16 Spartans were individually named Easton/NFCA All-America Scholar-Athletes.
Men’s Soccer Announces 2023 Schedule
GREENSBORO, N.C. – The UNC Greensboro (UNCG) men's soccer team and Head Coach Chris Rich has announced its 2023 slate. After the Spartans concluded the 2022 season with a historic run to the Elite Eight round of the NCAA Tournament, won the 2022 Southern Conference (SoCon) Regular Season title, and the 2022 SoCon Tournament title, the team looks to build off the success this fall.
Oilers Pick Up Five All-G-MAC Honors | Blevins Named Player of the Year
Full All-Conference List Findlay, Ohio - On Thursday, Nov. 10, the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (G-MAC) announced the 2022 Volleyball All-Conference seleections for this season. Findlay, which finished second in the North Division of the conference, earned five all-conference selections including the 2022 G-MAC Player of the Year, sophomore Journey Blevins.
Blue Angels fight to the finish in season finale
Fredericksburg, Virginia – Heading into Saturday's match up against the Pratt Institute, the Mount Mary volleyball team knew a few things. 5th place in the Coast 2 Coast conference would be on the line, and it would be their final match of the season. The match was tight throughout, and though they fell in four sets, the Blue Angels showed the same fight and resilience that they have all season. The first two sets of the match were as close as possible.
Sabercats knock off MMU in regular season finale
Milwaukee, WI – There was no shortage of storylines heading into Monday's evening Mount Mary volleyball game against Maranatha Baptist. It was the fifth meeting between the two teams, the final regular season match of the year for MMU, and the Blue Angels last opportunity to play on their home court and build some momentum for this weeks Coast 2 Coast conference tournament. Maranatha Baptist left Mount Mary very little margin for error as they controlled the match and swept MMU in three sets.
Blue Angels take first set but fall in match at Beloit
Beloit,WI - The Beloit Buccaneers defeated the Mount Mary volleyball team on September 20nd in Milwaukee. The Blue Angels traveled to Beloit, hoping to turn the tide and even the season series. MMU took set one, but could not continue the momentum as they dropped the next three sets and the match to the Buccaneers. The Blue Angels came out of the gates playing very well in Tuesday's match at Beloit. They took set one by a 25-22 score.
Volleyball Recap: MMU Invite Day 2
Milwaukee, WI- The Mount Mary volleyball team headed into day two of the 2022 MMU Fall invite hoping to snap a three-match winless streak. That was not in the cards on Saturday however, as the Blue Angels fell to two tough opponents in Alma College and Maranatha Baptist University. In the first match of the day, the Scots of Alma College provided the competition for the Blue Angels.
Bluffton swats rival Jackets in 3-0 shutout
BLUFFTON, Ohio - The Bluffton University women's soccer team dominated rival Defiance from start to finish in a 3-0 victory over the Yellow Jackets on a cold Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2022. Bluffton improved to 4-9-1 overall and 3-4 overall, while Defiance fell to 3-12 and 0-7 with their sixth loss to the Beavers in the last eight meetings.
Pirates Lose 3-0 at Colorado College, Drop to Third in the SCAC
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – A poor first set hitting percentage could not be overcome as the Southwestern University women's volleyball team was defeated 3-0 by Colorado College on Saturday afternoon in the Reid Arena. Southwestern (10-8, 6-2 SCAC) dropped to third place in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference with the 25-23, 25-20, 25-18 loss just behind Texas Lutheran, which is 7-2 in the conference.
Blue Angels Split on Day 2 of Lawrence Invite
APPLETON, WI – Day 2 of the Lawrence Invite saw the Mount Mary Volleyball team split two matches. The day's first match saw MMU drop a heartbreaking five set match to Northland College. The Blue Angels rebounded however, and for a second straight Saturday, knocked off the Vikings of Lawrence University. The days first match against the LumberJills of Northland College, could not have started much better for the Blue Angel Volleyball team. MMU took sets one and two by scores of 25-20 and 25-22.
BC Drops Conference Opener in Montgomery
Posted: Sep 25, 2021 MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Brevard College women's soccer team (1-5-2, 0-1 USAS) fell 1-0 to host Huntingdon College (6-2-0, 2-0-0 USAS) in BC's USA South Conference opener on Saturday afternoon in Montgomery, Alabama. The match's lone goal came in the 59th minute on an unassisted finish by Huntingdon's Erin Cembrale. Brevard goalkeeper Cam De Silva started in front of the net for the first time this season and in her career as a Tornado.
St. Mary's holds on for 2-1 win over Bluffton
Posted: Sep 20, 2021 BLUFFTON, Ohio - The Bluffton University women's soccer team battled St. Mary's tooth and nail for 90 minutes but came up just short in a 2-1 loss to the Belles on a rainy Monday, Sept. 20, 2021. The Beavers dipped to 2-4 on the season, while SMC improved to 6-1 overall. St. Mary's standout Rose Stackhouse came into Bluffton with six goals in six games, but on Monday afternoon she switched roles and became the tablesetter.
Volleyball Loses Home Opener to Colorado College
Posted: Mar 12, 2021 GEORGETOWN, Texas — The Southwestern volleyball team hosted the top nationally-ranked team in Division III, Colorado College, losing its home opener in three sets by scores of 25-19, 25-18, and 25-22. Southwestern struggled to contain reigning AVCA National Player of the Week Georgia Mullins, who used a steady diet of quick sets to score 16 kills on a stunningly efficient .522 hitting percentage.
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