Due to a reporting error" the brief ""Betts get SBP endorsement nod from Carolina Fever"" misstates John Russell's title. He is a Carolina Fever director. The Daily Tar Heel apologizes for the error.
Bilbao receives endorsement from Residence Hall group
The Residence Hall Association endorsed student body president candidate Ron Bilbao on Sunday night following its candidate forum.
Student questions guided much of the discussion" held in the Carmichael Residence Hall ballroom.
Candidates spoke of increasing communication between student government and RHA increasing student input and expanding current programs such as SpringFest.
Candidates also talked about utilizing RHA's experience and proximity to students to enhance student life on campus and off by increasing awareness of events and initiatives.
UNC's upcoming acquisition of Granville Towers and increasing campus safety also were discussed.
Bilbao's focus on engagement communication" and fostering a sense of community appeared to win the endorsement.
RHA President Michael Miller said the most critical question was ""Who do you think will best serve the residents?""
Following the forum" the RHA Board — which is made up of community governors and an executive board — discussed and then individually voted on whom to endorse.
The RHA endorsed John Russell for Carolina Athletic Association president noting the important role that the CAA president plays in advocating students' desires to the athletic department.
Betts gets SBP endorsement nod from Carolina Fever
Sophomore Michael Betts won the endorsement from Carolina Fever after its Saturday forum.
Each candidate was given three minutes to speak and then fielded questions from the about 175 Fever members in attendance on issues affecting the organization and the campus as a whole.
John Russell Carolina Fever president and a candidate for Carolina Athletic Association president said he would not be endorsing any candidates personally.
Journalism school nominated to receive reaccreditation
The Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication nominated UNC's journalism school for full reaccreditation after multiple days of review.
A team of academics and professionals recommended the school after meeting with faculty members students and administrators.
The recommendation said the school accredited since 1958" ""has earned a reputation as one of the premier programs in journalism and mass communication.""
Law students will offer free income tax help to residents
This spring" students from the School of Law will partner with volunteers from Orange County to give local residents free assistance with their income taxes.
To be eligible for help residents must make less than $50000 per year and not be self-employed or have rental income. They also must have either a valid Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number.
Sessions are held at the School of Law and the Chapel Hill Women's Center.
To make an appointment for a session call 968-2086.
