Slideshow: Fighting cancer one lap at a time UNC's seventh annual Relay for Life turned particularly emotional for sophomore Lauren Crist when hundreds of luminary lights spelled out the word "hope." Her friend and neighbor from her home in St. Louis, Michael Hope, died from cancer last summer.
One of UNC's largest student fundraisers hopes to reach a milestone this weekend by topping $1 million in UNC's fight against cancer.
For 9 years UNC has celebrated the best one-night stand of its life.The traditional 24 hours of gyrating bodies and group dances will feature a record number of volunteers gathering in Fetzer Gym for the 10th annual Dance Marathon charity event.
Everyone has his own approach. "Girl you're like Lucky Charms. You're magically delicious." A clever, "Baby, what's your screen name?" Even a simple, "How are you?" or "What's your name?" Whether it's a clever one-liner or a simple greeting, men and women alike face a barrage of flirting and "mackin'" at every sip of a drink at a bar or every motion toward a club dance floor. "Most of them come up with some corny line," sophomore Alyssa Medina said. "I've seen it work, and it's kind of sad."
Top of the Hill is taking some unconventional preparations to prevent a broken-glass barrage during tonight's Halloween festivities. The restaurant today will use plastic instead of glass cups - hoping to avoid any glass-related mishaps in the restaurant or off the rooftop dining area onto the thousands of Halloween revelers below. "It's always a bit chaotic, but you just need to control the chaos and make sure that everyone has an enjoyable time," said Guy Murphy, general manager of the ever-crowded restaurant and bar.
University students who come to Polk Place today will experience an interesting mix of bananas, mazes and moans. Choice USA, an on-campus organization that promotes reproductive freedom and health awareness, is holding its third annual Orgasm Day celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event aims to encourage awareness about the female orgasm, as well as sexual health and sexual confidence.
The University prides itself on offering students the opportunity to learn about a multitude of disciplines, topics and subjects. And while there are no formal courses to learn juggling techniques, discuss the central themes of anime or master the rhythmic motions of shag dancing, the University has recognized more than 600 clubs as official organizations this month. "It provides a good way for you to meet other people with your interest," said Ashley Gore, president of the UNC Shag Club. Here are some of the odder clubs on campus:
Skydiving is something many have to be talked into. "It's not something that I thought I'd want to do, but I'm glad I did it," said UNC alumna Helen Rogers. She and her daughter, senior Adeline Rogers, spent Sunday morning plummeting more than 14,000 feet tandem skydiving with Carolina Sky Sports. Adeline first got the idea of taking the plunge after meeting Elizabeth Snell, president of UNC's Skydiving Club. The club is designed to encourage both novice and experienced jumpers to learn more about skydiving, Snell said.
Many women dread a visit to their gynecologist. The unease, discomfort and mild embarrassment lead many to forgo their annual visits. But an annual campaign is aiming to bring attention to the importance of gynecological health, as well as open dialogue about the traditionally taboo subject. September is the sixth annual Gynecologic and Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, which encourages women around the country to pay heed to their gynecological health.
Friends and family gathered Tuesday morning to remember not the lives lost, but the memories that remain of loved ones at a dedication of the 9/11 Memorial Garden. Created in memory of six University alumni who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, the garden was the gift of the class of 2005. "I think it's fantastic, and I am overwhelmed that this day has finally come," Jovian Irvin, class of 2005 president, said at Tuesday's dedication ceremony. "I'm really excited that we can do this for the families not only on campus, but all over the country."
