The story behind the friendly neighborhood Spider-Men who stormed campus on Tuesday
Here's everything you need to know about the flock of 40 to 60 Spider-Men who took to campus libraries and other locations in Chapel Hill on Tuesday night.
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Should you be afraid to take a 500-level class? Here's what students have to say.
Though higher-level courses can seem intimidating at first, UNC students share how they overcame their fears and had positive experiences in these classes.
A nonpartisan 'Party at the Polls' seeks to encourage the student vote
The UNC chapter of NCPIRG, along with UNC Young Independents and March for Our Life UNC, will be hosting Party at the Polls on Nov. 5 to encourage students to vote in the Chapel Hill local elections, which began on Oct. 16. The event will have food, live entertainment and games.
Shakeup at ECU after videos reveal more about interim Chancellor's night out
East Carolina University's former interim Chancellor Dan Gerlach was put on administrative leave after photos of him drinking with students at a Greenville, North Carolina bar popped up on social media in late September. The situation escalated when leaked videos emerged that showed Gerlach getting into his car and haphazardly driving away on the night in question. After a repeated incident last weekend where Gerlach was photographed partying in local bars, he resigned, and the search for a new ECU chancellor has begun.
Confusion arises for professors and students around updated attendance policy
Updates to the UNC Class Attendance Policy were made in February 2018 to focus on protecting certain categories of absences. Still, some students can be confused by the absence policy — which can lead to conflicts between professors and students. Though certain absences do not fall under categories of University approved absences, professors can still excuse these absences. They are encouraged to communicate with students about other absences, but some professors allow more flexibility than others. For some students, the flexibility of a professor's absence policy can affect their decision to take the class.
Doctor gives tips for students struggling to quit Juuling
UNC doctor explains some strategies that may be useful for e-cigarette users who are hoping to stop using nicotine products.
UNC professor Jay Smith to release expanded version of academic scandal book
UNC professor Jay Smith is releasing a new edition of his book, "Cheated," which discusses the student-athlete academic scandal that began in 2010.
When N.C. healthcare wouldn't cover his top surgery, Owen Conley turned to GoFundMe
Because of N.C. State Health Plan's policy, the $9,000 estimated cost of the surgery, and potentially all future trans-related health care, will fall on Conley.
Foreign Language Lunches bring speakers of all language levels together
Carolina Public Humanities hosts various lunches with the goal of facilitating community connections through language. On Tuesday, the department will be holding a lunch centered on the Italian language.
Drawing the line between works of art and their problematic creators in curricula
From literature to film to philosophy, it can be hard to tell when, or if, to separate the art from the artist and teach works with problematic creators.
Meet the UNC alumnus who helped Captain Marvel and other Hollywood characters get fit
UNC alumnus Jason Walsh helps celebrities get in shape for big roles onscreen with his multi-million dollar fitness business. On Monday, he'll speak to the Carolina Sport Business Club on how he combined business and fitness to find success.
More than a small shelf: Asian American Center Student Advisory Board hosts open forum on the future of Asian American Center
The Asian American Students Association held an open forum on Oct. 24 to inform the UNC community about the upcoming Asian American Center.
University Libraries promotes Open Access Week, advocating for accessible knowledge
Open access allows all people to utilize the academic sources to which universities subscribe without paying expensive subscription fees.
Your One Card could work as your voter ID — if UNC makes the deadline
UNC has until Nov. 15 to submit a form that would allow One Cards to be used as a valid voting ID.
UNC and Duke researchers start new tumor treatment research after winning funding
Two researchers — one from UNC and one from Duke University — recently won funding and support from the Ian's Friends Foundation. With this support, they plan to study a new treatment for childhood brain cancer — one that relies on live tumors.
Meet the students who want to be crowned Mr. and Miss UNC this Homecoming Week
“Ultimately, the significance of the election is to crown someone who embodies what it is to be a student at UNC, on and off campus. Their service project plays the biggest role and can leave a lasting impact on both our campus and surrounding community as some have in the past.”
Here's how UNC students feel about the new football ticket distribution process
UNC changed its controversial football ticket policy. Here's how students feel about the new one.
Column: Six places to watch the game that aren't Kenan Stadium
Now that Mack is back and it's a little harder to get a football ticket, here are six places you can watch the Tar Heels take on the Blue Devils.
Column: How to win at brunch regardless of the Homecoming results
Good brunch is a staple of Homecoming weekend. Here are a few places we reviewed.
No shrubs, no problem: Students react to the Bell Tower's makeover
The Bell Tower recently got a makeover, and students may notice that the bushes that once surrounded it are now gone. Here's how students feel about the change.
