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SeaTalk, a podcast by The Seahawk, features a weekly news roundup for UNCW and the Wilmington area from our reporters. Tune in every Monday to listen to a recap of last week's most important news.
Head over to theseahawk.org to read every story mentioned and follow us on our social media for news updates and highlights at, @theseahawknews on IG and @theseahawk on FB and Twitter.

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Budgets, Billing Practices and Changes in the community

SeaTalkApr 12, 2021

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Pushing Onward, Proving Grounds, and Projected Passion

Pushing Onward, Proving Grounds, and Projected Passion

In this episode of SeaTalk, we discuss some trouble the UNCW men's basketball team ran into, some major strides for the UNCW women's softball team, and the achievements of one of UNCW's film faculty on the international stage.

Intro music composed by Alan Bryant:
https://soundcloud.com/user-589715220

background music provided by Jack and the Other:
https://www.instagram.com/jackandtheother/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7xZN8jHYMpI-s5FBeglUEw

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Feb 21, 202208:15
Bursting Pipes, Big Anticipation, and Boisterous Achievements

Bursting Pipes, Big Anticipation, and Boisterous Achievements

In this episode of SeaTalk we discuss a pipe situation in Terrapin Hall, the current status of North Carolina's Senate race, and UNCW basketball's 10th consecutive win.

Intro composed by Alan Bryant:
https://soundcloud.com/user-589715220

background music provided by Jack and the Other:
https://www.instagram.com/jackandtheother/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7xZN8jHYMpI-s5FBeglUEw

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Jan 31, 202209:16
Guidelines, Getting Stronger, and Good Reads

Guidelines, Getting Stronger, and Good Reads

In this episode of SeaTalk, we discuss new COVID-19 guidelines for the Spring 2022 semester, UNCW Men's Basketball proving everyone's predictions wrong, and the Seahawk's brand-new book club!

Intro composed by Alan Bryant:
https://soundcloud.com/user-589715220

background music provided by Jack and the Other:
https://www.instagram.com/jackandtheother/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7xZN8jHYMpI-s5FBeglUEw

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Jan 18, 202206:43
Getting Wins, Going Mobile, and Gaining Funding

Getting Wins, Going Mobile, and Gaining Funding

In this episode of SeaTalk, we discuss the Seahawk Basketball team's recent accomplishments, a plan to make OneCards virtual, and a potential tuition increase for out-of-state students.

Intro composed by Alan Bryant:
https://soundcloud.com/user-589715220

Music provided by Jack and the Other:
https://www.instagram.com/jackandtheother/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7xZN8jHYMpI-s5FBeglUEw

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Nov 22, 202106:02
Vying for Victory, Vital Resources, and Vlogging

Vying for Victory, Vital Resources, and Vlogging

In this episode of SeaTalk, we discuss UNCW Women's Soccer's high hopes for the CAA tournament, UNCW's All Blue Week, and one UNCW student's online success on YouTube.

Music provided by Jack and the Other:
https://www.instagram.com/jackandtheother/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7xZN8jHYMpI-s5FBeglUEw

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Nov 08, 202107:45
Commencement, Coming Together, and Creative Content

Commencement, Coming Together, and Creative Content

In this episode of SeaTalk, we discuss UNCW's upcoming commencement ceremonies, the story of local rock band Ridgewood, high hopes for the UNCW Women's Basketball team, and Wilmington's new media company, "What It Is Media".

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Nov 01, 202107:44
High Hopes, Hectic Energy, and Hungry Students

High Hopes, Hectic Energy, and Hungry Students

In this episode of SeaTalk, we discuss the UNCW Men's Basketball Team's high hopes for the upcoming season, UNCW's hockey team's energectic fans, a new initiative for Wilmington's film industry, and a very welcome addition to UNCW's dining options on-campus.

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Oct 25, 202109:07
Retirement, Revisions, and Being Ready for the Future

Retirement, Revisions, and Being Ready for the Future

In this Episode of SeaTalk, we discuss the recently announced retirement of UNCW Chancellor Jose Sartarelli, big news from the Board of Governors, new changes to the UNCW parking system, and the major success of a former UNCW baseball player.

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Oct 04, 202107:14
Reform, Resolve, and Returning to the Spotlight

Reform, Resolve, and Returning to the Spotlight

In this episode of SeaTalk, we discuss the new Criminal Justice Reform Bill, the effect of COVID-19 restrictions on students, a small victory for UNCW's extracurricular activites, and UNCW women's soccer making big waves in the world of sports.

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Sep 20, 202107:00
Enrollment, Entrancing Arts, and Erupting Success

Enrollment, Entrancing Arts, and Erupting Success

In this week's episode of SeaTalk, we go over a record-breaking number of enrollments at UNCW, a new Jazz-themed photography exhibit, a local baseball star being picked in the MLB draft, and local events happening this week.

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Sep 13, 202108:59
COVID, Cinema, and Climbing to the Top

COVID, Cinema, and Climbing to the Top

The SeaTalk podcast is officially back!
In this week's episode of SeaTalk, we discuss a COVID-19 update from UNCW with new statistics and restrictions, the opening of UNCW's new film center, a big win for the UNCW men's soccer team, and upcoming events in the local area.

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Sep 06, 202106:25
Reopening's, Requirement's and Returning to Normalcy

Reopening's, Requirement's and Returning to Normalcy

In this week's episode of SeaTalk, we discuss the UNC System board of governors monthly meeting, further COVID-19 aid, a new project with PBS North Carolina, the approval of a new board of trustees across the system, UNCW’s vaccination clinic reopening, the state’s latest easing of COVID-19 restrictions and plans for the summer, and the Office of Sustainability's new office space.


You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

May 03, 202107:19
Clean Energy, Clinical Trials and Community Projects

Clean Energy, Clinical Trials and Community Projects

In this week's episode of SeaTalk, we discuss the lack of vaccine requirements for students returning in the fall, community grants helping vulnerable communities affected by the pandemic, a COVID-19 “plant-based” virus vaccine in the works, the hiring process for a permanent chief diversity officer at UNCW, a campaign to collect and donate menstrual hygiene products for local women, and a city resolution hat sets targets for a transition to clean energy.

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter.

Apr 26, 202108:01
Campus Fees, Cannabis and Vaccine Pauses

Campus Fees, Cannabis and Vaccine Pauses

In this week's episode of SeaTalk, we discuss increases in student fees, the pause on all administering of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, two bills filed in the North Carolina State Senate regarding the legal status of cannabis, and the possible exemption of feminine hygiene products from sales tax. 

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter. 

Apr 19, 202107:32
Budgets, Billing Practices and Changes in the community

Budgets, Billing Practices and Changes in the community

In this week's episode of SeaTalk, we discuss updated billing practices at UNCW, changes to office spaces in Fisher University Union, SGA's budget for the upcoming school year and their recently passes resolutions, recent developments in the Wilmington community and the passing of Jeffrey Brudney. 

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter. 

Apr 12, 202108:47
Coronavirus, Commencement and Construction

Coronavirus, Commencement and Construction

In this week's episode of SeaTalk, we discuss COVID-19 virus relief, testing and vaccinations on campus, commencement updates, SGA elections, the retirement of the UNCW university police chief, and multiple construction projects taking place in the community. 

You can read these articles and more on our website, theseahawk.org and follow us on social media at theseahawknews on Instagram and theseahawk on Facebook and Twitter. 

Apr 05, 202107:12