DTH at a Glance: Duke, debt and Denver

Happy Wednesday, UNC! We all have papers to write and midterms to study for, so we won't slow you down too much with an intro — here's the news:

QUICK HITS

• College can be expensive, but at least you finish with a degree — unless you’re part of the more than half of students that don’t graduate, and still have an often-overwhelming amount of student debt. 
• Duke University recently announced that incoming students can no longer request roommates, a move that, according to various sources, may increase diverse student interaction or create more dorm horror stories than ever.
• OPINION: Mia Hamm, Zora Neale Hurston, Mamrie Hart and Roy Williams all have at least two things in common: they graduated from UNC, and our editorial board really wants them to speak at future spring commencements.

KEY PLAYS, KEY PLAYERS

• In the final months of his collegiate career, Theo Pinson has transformed from the team’s “energy guy” to its new star player — that's why he's the key to UNC's upcoming tournament runs. 
• And speaking of keys to success — Cameron Johnson has stepped in to fill the Justin Jackson-sized hole in our hearts with an impressive shooting performance and team cooperation. 
• UNC men’s lacrosse fought hard against Denver, but came up short for their first loss of the season. However, they’ll have the chance to redeem themselves against Hofstra next week. 

LITTY CITY

• In response to the death of two pedestrians on MLK, the Town of Chapel Hill has launched a Pedestrian Safety Campaign, which will kick off with a month of Phone Free Fridays.
• “I would hope that the younger generations will also take a look at this because it’s also going to affect your life as well — you’re going to have to deal with the consequences." The Orange County Board of Commissioners is proposing a resolution to keep judges from being appointed by the NC General Assembly. 
• COLUMN: Chapel Hill from a bird’s eye view is a beautiful thing — but since Chapel Hill’s Horace Williams Airport is due to close in May, many people might not get the chance to see it.