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Early voters stalled when Rams Head site runs out of Democratic ballots

Students who had planned Monday to vote early on the second floor of Rams Head Dining Hall were stalled after voting officials said they had to retrieve more Democratic ballots from their car. APR 24

Hiring projections have grown by 10.2 percent for college graduates, study finds

There is good news for seniors still looking for a last-minute job offer — a recent study found that hiring has begun to increase for college graduates as the economy slowly recovers. Hiring projections increased by 10.2 percent from the previous year for recent college graduates, according to a report by the National Association of Colleges and Employers. APR 17

ASG to discuss future of higher education

The future of higher education in the state will be the focus of a discussion between N.C. legislators and students in Kenan Hall today. The meeting will be put on by the UNC-system Association of Student Governments, which is composed of student leaders across the state and funded by an annual $1 student fee. APR 16

Michelle Obama to
 speak at N.C. A&T May commencement

It might be due to Augustine Joseph’s audacity that Michelle Obama will be giving the May commencement address at N.C. Agricultural & Technical University. MAR 28

Charlotte readies for Democratic National Convention security

As the Charlotte area prepares to host the Democratic National Convention this fall, city officials are preparing for the increased traffic that will accompany President Barack Obama’s arrival. FEB 20

NC legislature rejects ASG busing request for tuition meetings

The UNC-system Board of Governors will decide tuition increases for all UNC-system schools next week, and many students are hoping to attend and voice their opinion. FEB 1

ASG leaders to lobby for higher education in Washington, D.C.

As future budget cuts loom, student leaders are hoping to persuade federal legislators to spare higher education. JAN 24

College majors affect unemployment, a recent study finds.

Senior Will Barringer is worried he might not have a job following May graduation. JAN 20

Sustainability exhibits showcase UNC’s eco-friendly efforts

Campus groups gathered Tuesday to show what they’re doing to promote and maintain UNC’s position as a leader in sustainability. Campus Sustainability and America Recycles Day presented exhibits for a crowd of students and faculty, including Chancellor Holden Thorp. NOV 17

Yackety Yack has dealt with overhaul, but remains on track

While fall is traditionally the time of year the campus yearbook is distributed, the 2010-2011 edition of the Yackety Yack is only halfway done. In early October, members of the Yackety Yack asked editor-in-chief Stephanie Hertz to step down after last year’s edition had been left unfinished. NOV 4

Yackety Yack uses new methods to promote print publication

The University’s yearbook isn’t intimidated by social media. In fact, Yackety Yack is harnessing social media’s power to advertise, the yearbook’s leaders said. Despite uncertain sales numbers, those involved with the yearbook said they are working online to promote the print publication. OCT 24

GPSF discusses gender-neutral housing, fee increases

The Graduate and Professional Student Federation voted to support a gender-neutral housing initiative Tuesday night and debated the merits of student fee increases. GPSF passed a resolution to offer symbolic support of gender-neutral housing, following a similar vote from Student Congress last week. OCT 6

UNC’s First Amendment Day keynote speaker champions right to offensive speech

The right to offensive speech was passionately defended Tuesday in the University’s third annual First Amendment Day keynote address. SEP 30

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Faculty and students respond to UNC's decision to reject affiliation with Limbaugh

Faculty members’ and students’ opinions were widely varied in response to the University’s rejection of its affiliation with talk show host, Rush Limbaugh. On March 6, UNC asked the local radio station, WRDU, to stop referencing the Tar Heel Sports Network and UNC alongside the Limbaugh program, said Mike McFarland, a UNC spokesman, in an email. MAR 27

Student Congress votes not to override Cooper veto

On Tuesday night, Student Congress chose not to override Student Body President Mary Cooper’s veto of the College Republicans’ appropriations bill. The majority of College Republicans’ requested funds would have funded a speaking event by Republican pundit Ann Coulter. SEP 13

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