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House Bill 298 could deter renewable energy use

Legislators at the N.C. General Assembly will discuss a bill today that opponents say could derail the state’s renewable energy industry. APR 4

Fracking could pollute coastal water sources

Sophomore Jasmine Ruddy is from Morehead City, one of many coastal communities that could be directly affected by a bill to fast-track hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, in North Carolina. Proponents of the process say it taps into an otherwise inaccessible energy source that could reduce oil dependency. MAR 20

In college, relationships give way to ‘serial dating’

In the age of technology, finding a date can be easy — but turning it into a relationship is a different story. FEB 15

Campus Health leaves flu cases undiagnosed

In a particularly severe flu season, many students are paranoid at the first sign of a sore throat. But those who turn to Campus Health Services to confirm their fears are not actually tested for the flu — their treatment is prescribed based on symptoms alone, said Thevy Chai, infection control coordinator at Campus Health Services. JAN 27

Greek community may grow, will considering bringing new sorority chapter to UNC

Prompted by a desire to expand, UNC’s Panhellenic Council might accept a new sorority chapter as early as fall 2014. DEC 5

New wildflower species named after NC biologist

If he could have anything named after him, Harry LeGrand said, he would probably choose a flower. NOV 29

Students to get look inside $2.1 billion endowment

In the face of steep tuition hikes last year, student protesters demanded to know why the University’s endowment was not used to minimize the burden on students.

Today, after more than a year and several delays, administrators will deliver on their promise to host a forum to explain the endowment to students. NOV 28

Housekeepers file grievance against leaders

Several housekeepers gathered during their mid-shift break at 3 a.m. Wednesday to act on what they say is a pattern of abuse from their bosses. At an hour when much of the University was asleep, the group — made up of some of the University’s lowest-paid employees — signed a grievance alleging a hostile work environment. NOV 18

Housekeepers ask for harassment by management to be addressed

The struggle between the University’s lowest paid employees and their managers has existed for decades. NOV 15

Rogue Wi-Fi routers targeted by ITS

The University provides three on-campus Wi-Fi channels — but for some faculty and staff, that coverage is not sufficient. NOV 6

Race honors Eve Carson’s legacy, benefits scholarship

None of the University’s current undergraduate classes attended school with former Student Body President Eve Carson, who was murdered in March 2008. NOV 1

UNC students talk education policy

In a few decades, the kids on the playground might be drafting legislation or performing surgeries. OCT 30

Dental student fee to increase after 15 years

Students in the School of Dentistry have been training with equipment that is up to 25 years old because the budget hasn’t allowed for replacements since the 1990s. OCT 29

Hunter Rawlings: ‘All is pretty well here’

Despite a seemingly endless series of scandals and leadership transitions, UNC is lucky. This was the message of Hunter Rawlings, president of the Association of American Universities, when he spoke to the UNC Board of Trustees Thursday. OCT 1

Housekeeping alleviates language barriers

In the ongoing reform of its housekeeping department, the University is stressing one crucial aspect: language. Though nearly half of UNC housekeepers are Hispanic or Asian, only recently have their department regularly provided interpreters at departmental meetings or functions. SEP 26

UNC Director of Housekeeping speaks to housekeeping staff to celebrate International Housekeepers Week

Darius Dixon believes the best way to reform UNC’s Housekeeping Services is to rebuild trust. SEP 13

Research funding is a priority at UNC

Research funding is considered a point of pride for the University, and some faculty are working on new ideas to keep it that way. SEP 10

UNC Faculty Athletics Committee strives to be ‘a bond rather than a bridge’ between athletics and academics

In the wake of recent NCAA sanctions and widespread criticism of the UNC athletic department, University administrators are striving to turn over a new leaf. SEP 4

Bowman Gray Pool to reopen

After eight months of making do without an on-campus indoor pool, swim groups will finally have access to one. AUG 31

For Amber Holt, move-in was a daylong affair

Amber Holt, a 17-year-old freshman from Lillington, N.C., moved into her residence hall on Saturday. AUG 21

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"Who needs feminism?"

What started as the final project for a small women studies class at Duke is now a worldwide movement — involving hundreds of thousands of people — to bring new meaning to the term “feminism.” UNC’s multicultural sorority Omega Phi Beta hosts the “Who Needs Feminism?” campaign on campus this week. AUG 30

Residents — and a few students — vote at Country Club

Country Club precinct’s Chief Judge Carol Hazard said votes at her precinct are where she expected — but she wishes more students came out to cast a ballot.

“If you don’t vote for people who are looking for your interests, you’re shooting yourself in the foot,” she said.

The expected number of voters had cast their ballot at Country Club precinct’s poll shortly after 1 p.m., officials said. NOV 8

County commissioners review quarter-cent sales tax

At a Tuesday night meeting, the Orange County Board of Commissioners received a presentation by assistant county manager Gwendolyn Harvey on efforts to educate the public on the county’s proposed quarter-cent sales tax. NOV 2

After 150 years, Orange County knows its boundaries

At a Tuesday night meeting, the Orange County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the final 9 percent of the boundary line between Alamance and Orange Counties. OCT 18

County commissioners debate the use of hunting dogs

At a Tuesday night meeting, the Orange County Board of Commissioners approved steps to enhance public safety laws pertaining to the use of hunting dogs during deer season. The approval authorized the distribution of informational brochures and public awareness flyers throughout northern Orange County — the designated deer-hunting area for the county. The decision also authorizes the N.C. SEP 20

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