Advisory Committee discusses search for chief diversity officer and new faculty
The committee also discussed how the state's new budget would impact University departments.
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The medics of the sky: how Carolina Air Care transports critical patients
In the limited space of the helicopter, Hooks and Snow provide critical care throughout the duration of the flight, using ventilation devices and IV drips. Both men dedicated decades of public service, including time as emergency responders, to reach this point in their career. “The next time you see a helicopter, you know what’s in the back,” Hooks said. “It could be a family member, a friend or anyone like that. It’s not just a cool helicopter flying through the air.”
Meet the UNC students working on Democratic presidential campaigns
With the Democratic primary season in full swing and the 2020 presidential election quickly approaching, hear from some UNC students on what compelled them to take their political participation to the next level and volunteer for the campaigns of their preferred candidates.
Chase's new lactose-free ice cream leaves a bad taste in some Tar Heels' mouths
Chase got new, lactose-free ice cream to replace its traditional soft serve. Here's how the UNC community is reacting to it.
UNC implements Paid Parental Leave benefit for employees with new children
The UNC Office of Human Resources enacted a new policy earlier this month that benefits University staff and non-faculty members seeking paid maternity and paternity leave.
Faculty Council met in the midst of a budget impasse and lasting Silent Sam concerns
January's Faculty Council meeting featured discussions about the new Commission on History, Race and a Way Forward, Carolina Next: Innovation for Public Good and budget issues.
Students partner with civil rights group to reverse Silent Sam settlement
UNC campus community members called on the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law to take legal action against the Board of Governors' $2.5 million settlement over Silent Sam.
From the '60s to today, UNC continues growing its relationship with NASA
UNC has had a strong relationship with NASA for over 50 years. Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin trained at Morehead Planetarium before embarking on the Apollo 11 mission, and now, the University still provides valuable research, education, experts and more to NASA. One of these experts is Dr. Stephan Moll, a UNC blood research expert who helped NASA flight surgeons treat an astronaut who had a blood clot in space. NASA also shows substantial interest in connecting with UNC students, and the relationship between the agency and the University is continuing to grow.
Board of Governors urges General Assembly to end state budget impasse
The UNC-System Board of Governors met Friday and passed a resolution addressing the General Assembly's budget impasse.
Meet the history class that's changing the way we think about women at UNC
The 20 students in HIST 179H: Women in the History of UNC-Chapel Hill will curate an exhibit in Wilson Library and create a companion podcast about women at the University.
Students discuss how UNC welcomes transfers and where they feel it falls short
As transfer students make the transition to UNC, some say the University helps them while others believe it could offer more support.
Here's how UNC System universities may cut down on bank loans
Here's what you missed at Thursday's Board of Governors Budget and Finance Committee meeting.
DTH lawsuit discussed in closed session by BOG Governance committee
During a UNC Board of Governors' meeting on Thursday, committee members grappled with two pending legal cases against the University.
The Meantime donating profits to Australian bushfire relief efforts
What if your daily Meantime coffee run could have an international impact? The Meantime Coffee Co. is donating this week's profits to the Australian Wildfire Fund.
UNC Police's use of geofencing questioned at Campus Safety Committee meeting
The Campus Safety Commission met Wednesday morning and discussed the upcoming Summit on Safety and Belonging, as well as UNC Police's use of geofencing technology.
'Time will only tell': How Guskiewicz's new history commission stacks up to Folt's
The new Commission on History, Race and a Way Forward is seen by some as a continuation of former UNC Chancellor Carol Folt's Task Force on UNC-Chapel Hill History. Some campus members share their expectations for the new commission, highlighting how they hope it will differ from Folt's task force. Folt's task force was instituted after the Board of Trustees changed the name of Saunders Hall in 2016 and then enacted a 16-year freeze on naming buildings. Board of Trustees Chairperson Richard Stevens said Guskiewicz's commission will build on work done by Folt's, and that it will have as much time as it needs to explore UNC's history.
'Vulnerability is power': These UNC students find confidence in the competition
UNC students discussed finding confidence through beauty pageants and are challenging the preconceived notions.
Computer science department considers application-based entry to major
Following complaints of over-crowded classes and a lack of resources, the Department of Computer Science is considering an application-based entry process.
Here's what you need to know about the DTH lawsuit and its legal implications
Some campus members weigh in on the open meetings suit the DTH filed against the Board of Governors last week — including an explanation of the Open Meetings Law and its importance.
Faculty discuss Chancellor's Commission on History, Race and a Way Forward
The Commission's co-chairs emphasized their collaborative nature and dedication to focusing on both teaching and learning from the University's history.
