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Emily Miller speaks at UNC on the danger of gun-free zones

The senior editor of opinion for The Washington Times believes gun-free zones are dangerous for America’s future.

UNC Christians gather for 7 straight days of prayer

Talk of trenches, battlefields and warfare might be considered out of place in church. But among the wooden pews and stained glass windows of the Chapel of the Cross Episcopal church, participants of the annual UNC 24/7 Prayer liken prayer to a spiritual war in itself.

Fetzer Hall roof may be repaired with solar roof

Campus leaders in sustainability are looking to capitalize on the long-awaited repair of Fetzer Hall’s roof — in the form of solar technology.

Students vote in favor of divesting from coal

The poster was decorated in broken hearts. “Hey, UNC,” it read. “Tell coal that we are never, ever getting back together.”

Student body president candidates center discussion on tuition, sexual assault policy

In the final debate before Tuesday’s student body president election, candidates spoke more candidly about their platforms and personalities.

TEDxUNC tickets sell out in minutes, leaving waiting list

Within four minutes of their release, tickets for the 2013 TEDxUNC conference sold out, leaving 500 people on the waiting list.

Same-sex dorms less popular

Starting this fall, Hardin Residence Hall will switch from co-ed to all-girls.

Anti-coal campaign makes headway

Students who have been at the forefront of an effort to stop the University’s investment in coal made gains last week to attract more attention to their cause.

Sustainable food goal reached by Carolina Dining Services criticized

Carolina Dining Services recently reported reaching its goal of 20 percent sustainable food eight years sooner than expected — but some criticize the achievement’s legitimacy.

Nurse has troops’ nasal solution

Nasal congestion doesn’t usually lead to a $2 million donation. But for soldiers stationed in Afghanistan, a UNC Hospitals doctor, nurse and head of NeilMed Pharmaceuticals Inc. believe it does.

Q&A with American Indian Studies professor

November is Native American Heritage Month, and to examine its importance, The Daily Tar Heel staff writer Hunter Toro sat down with Christopher Teuton, an associate professor of American Studies and Cherokee Nation member.

New $25 Greek fee passed

A new $25 Greek fee was passed unanimously in the student fee advisory subcommittee’s last meeting of the year on Friday.

Changes to come to Honor Court

Students arrested by Chapel Hill police could soon see a new way in which their potential Honor Code violations are handled by the Honor Court.

'Orgasm? Yes Please!' meets 'sex'pectations

Orgasms are not as simple as putting together an Ikea bookshelf.

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UNC vs. Duke: A money-making rivalry

Apparently, rivalries affect wallets as well as school spirit. Organizations that sell anti-Duke merchandise have seen significant increases in sales as the Tar Heels prepares to play the Blue Devils in basketball this Saturday. T-shirts with slightly offensive slogans like the Thrill City’s “we grew here, you flew here,” and Carolina Athletic Association’s “we’re better” have been selling in large amounts. Thrill City sold out of their shirts soon after their release.

No Shave November: A Hairy Situation

No Shave November is upon us. Let the patchy beards and grimy moustaches begin! What originally started as a trend to increase awareness about Prostate cancer has developed into a large-scale trend, with men of all ages attempting their own month of no shaving.

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