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Op-ed: UE Local 150 comes out in defense of academic freedom

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"As workers of UNC, without whom the University cannot operate, we believe that the University should be a public good, producing research and an educated workforce and citizenry for the benefit of the State of North Carolina. We are certain that this role cannot be accomplished in the absence of academic freedom, or in the presence of political intervention in University affairs. We demand both governing boards take a step back, stick to their traditional roles, and let us do our work."

The Old Well and the South Building are pictured on campus on Nov. 17, 2021.

Editorial: A tender(footed) apology from our Editorial Board

By Editorial Board | Mar. 1

"In the wake of ongoing developments to the controversial School of Civic Life and Leadership, we have taken this time to reflect on our own reporting and what we have done to promote civic life and leadership. The answer to that is, not nearly enough."

How tenure and Tier II academic appointments are granted by the Board of Trustees

By Corey Davis | Feb. 28

For professors, gaining tenure is one of the most coveted aspects of academic life. It provides job assurance as they teach and conduct research. Though, it can be a complicated and elongated process. The Daily Tar Heel explains how the process works and the role of the Board of Trustees in granting tenure as well as administrative positions.

UNC students support Housekeepers movement for $20/hour at a protest outside of the South Building on Feb. 22, 2023.

UNC housekeepers rally on Wednesday, offered bonus contract with stipulations

By Aisha Baiocchi | Feb. 22

At a Wednesday rally in front of the South Building, UNC housekeepers announced they have been offered a contract from the University. They said the contract did not address their two key demands: higher wages and free parking. Instead, housekeepers said they were offered a bonus — with strings attached.

UNC's Faculty Council met on Sept. 9, 2022 in Karr Hall to discuss free speech on campus.

Faculty Council discusses process to create new schools, IDEAs in Action curriculum

By Emily Gajda | Feb. 21

In its first meeting since the UNC Board of Trustees voted to accelerate development of the School of Civic Life and Leadership, the UNC Faculty Council focused primarily on how faculty felt about the process of the school’s creation so far. The meeting included a presentation on how the School of Data Science and Society was developed and votes to pass two resolutions regarding the Board of Trustees' actions and the IDEAs in Action curriculum.

Incoming UNC School of Government Dean Aimee N. Wall. Photo courtesy of UNC Media Relations.

Amiee N. Wall named new dean of UNC School of Government

By Allie Kelly | Feb. 17

Amiee N. Wall has been named as the new dean for the UNC School of Government, according to a campus-wide email sent Friday. She succeeds Mike Smith, the longest serving dean in recent University history, who stepped down from the role in December 2022.

South Building is pictured on Oct. 10, 2022.

Emails reveal trustee's communication with Wall Street Journal prior to resolution approval

By Abby Pender | Feb. 15

Board of Trustees Vice Chairperson John Preyer communicated with the Wall Street Journal editorial team about the School for Civic Life and Leadership as early as Jan. 24, according to emails obtained by The Daily Tar Heel. The resolution calling for the acceleration of the School was approved on Jan. 26. According to documents from Provost Chris Clemens, the School will attempt to combat the forces of polarization, isolation, and distrust that impede universities across the country.

Some in the UNC community have questioned Provost Chris Clemens’ and Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz’s role in the Board of Trustees’ resolution on the University School of Civic Life and Leadership. Photo of Guskiewicz courtesy of Johnny Andrews.

Role of chancellor, provost in proposed UNC School of Civic Life and Leadership unclear

By Abby Pender | Feb. 8

Conversations continue surrounding the newly proposed School of Civic Life and Leadership The resolution to “accelerate” the development of the proposed School of Civic Life and Leadership was brought to Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz just 20 minutes before the Jan. 26 Board of Trustees meeting, a high-ranking University official told The Daily Tar Heel. Chairperson of the Faculty, Mimi Chapman said there is a “missing link” in the chain of the provost’s involvement in the resolution.

The Old Well is pictured on Monday, Jan. 30, 2023, in Chapel Hill.

Faculty Executive Committee continues conversations on BOT's recent proposal

By Emi Maerz | Feb. 7

On Monday, the Faculty Executive Committee continued their discussion of the new School of Civic Life and Leadership proposed by UNC Board of Trustees in their meeting. Members of the committee worked on a list of questions to ask the BOT about its decision to “accelerate” the development of the School without consulting the faculty.

The Old Well is pictured on Jan. 30, 2023.

Faculty discusses free speech and School of Civic Life in January meeting

By Emi Maerz | Jan. 31

In the Jan. 30 meeting of the Faculty Executive Committee, members discussed matters regarding the new School of Civic Life, language in Board of Governor's proposals and the University’s formation of a committee for academic freedom and free expression.

‘I’m flabbergasted’: UNC leaders blindsided by trustees' decision on School of Civic Life and Leadership

By Abby Pender | Jan. 30

The UNC Board of Trustees passed a resolution on Thursday to “accelerate” the creation of a new program — the School for Civic Life and Leadership. Proposals for new schools, degrees and curriculums have historically come from faculty leaders and their vote is required for approval. UNC law professor Eric Muller said no member of the faculty knew of this “major development.” Provost Chris Clemens also said at a Monday Faculty Executive Committee meeting that he didn't know the resolution was coming from the Board — "I was surprised," he said.

President Biden is asking the Supreme Court to overrule two judges' decisions, thus reinstating student loan forgiveness.
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Fate of student loan forgiveness is uncertain following federal blocks

By Brianna Atkinson | Nov. 30

After the initial announcement of the Biden administration's loan forgiveness program, lawsuits are currently blocking the potential funding for millions of college students. Many remain concerned with the blocks consequences and what this will mean for the future of their loans.

DTH Photo Illustration. The Kenan-Flagler Business School has raised its fees.

Editorial: A deep dive into the proposed Kenan-Flagler fee increase

By Editorial Board | Nov. 30

"But the fee increase might produce more positive outcomes than anticipated, even down to helping diversify the undergraduate business program student body. While the cost increase will put some students in difficult financial positions and possibly deter concerned applicants, it could also open up the opportunity for more low-income candidates to attend the school."

UNC Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz gives his remarks at the UNC Board of Trustees meeting on Nov. 10, 2022.

UNC Board of Trustees discuss university naming policy, Tar Heel Bus Tour

By Abby Pender | Nov. 14

The Board of Trustees on Thursday voted to pass an amendment to the university naming policy and recognized the success of both Campaign for Carolina and the Tar Heel Bus Tour.

David Routh, the Vice Chancellor of Development, is honored at the UNC Board of Trustees meeting on Nov. 10, 2022.

Out-of-state undergraduate tuition to rise $1,780, BOT committee decides

By Defne Önal | Nov. 13

UNC tuition for out-of state undergraduate students will increase by five percent beginning next fall, the UNC Board of Trustees’ Budget, Finance and Infrastructure Committee decided on Wednesday.

UNC's provost, Chris Clemmons, speaks at the beginning of Friday's Faculty Council meeting on Sept. 9, 2022 in Karr Hall.

'Doing more for less,' FEC calls for more University support of faculty

By Ira Wilder | Oct. 19

The UNC Faculty Executive Committee spoke on the importance of faculty mental health and gave updates on the UNC System's return-on-investment study. The committee also discussed authority for University hiring approvals at their Monday meeting.

UNC Gillings School of Public Health is pictured on Sept. 23, 2022.

Finance update: developments for new law, public health buildings, administrative roof

By Defne Önal | Oct. 13

The UNC School of Law and the Gillings School of Global Public Health will soon have new areas for students and faculty and the roof of the Administrative Office Building will also be replaced. The UNC Board of Trustees’ Budget, Finance and Infrastructure Committee recently approved stages for each capital project.

Kerry McIntyre and Rohit Sharma, students of the MBA class of 2023, engage in conversation in the lobby of McColl Building on Monday, Oct. 3, 2022. Hanging behind them are the portraits of Hugh L. McColl, Jr., Mary Lily Kenan, and Henry Flagler, the namesakes of  McColl Building and Kenan-Flagler Business School.

Allegations, administration, accountability: tensions at Kenan-Flagler Business School

By Preston Fore and Tania Tobaccowala | Oct. 5

This fall, Kenan-Flagler Business School has seen a discrimination lawsuit filed by a former doctoral student, as well as the co-leads of the school’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Initiative leaving their positions. Douglas Shackelford, who had been serving as dean of the school since 2014, unexpectedly retired in September. In terms of diversity, Kenan-Flagler is 61st out of 81 ranked U.S. business schools, according to Bloomberg's 2022-2023 Diversity Index.

Carolina Inn is pictured on Oct. 03, 2022.

UNC Board of Trustees reviews campus safety issues

By Collin Tadlock | Oct. 3

During their meeting on Friday, the UNC Board of Trustees reviewed committee reports and addressed campus safety issues. The BOT also discussed bylaw revisions and heard reports from trustees and the student body president concerning ongoing committee programs.

Zombies pose outside of Greenlaw Hall during the Tar Heel Zombie Preparedess Festival on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022.

UNC Campus Safety hosts the Zombie Preparedness Festival

By Madison Gagnon | Sep. 28

The festival was held in the Pit Thursday morning. Departments such as the Chapel Hill Police and Orange County Emergency Medical Services gave demonstrations on how to prepare for and react to a range of emergency situations, including the zombie apocalypse.