Students handle being 'actively alone' through art
Some UNC students have turned to creative outlets, such as painting and meditation, to help them cope with mental health challenges related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Students create study spaces to help stay motivated at Zoom University
These UNC students are finding creative ways to keep their study spaces fun and comfortable during remote classes.
Local band Toothsome releases two-song EP
While a global pandemic may have stalled their plans, local band "Toothsome" has released two songs: “Shark Eggs/Pirouette.”
Finding harmonies through Zoom: UNC a cappella groups adjust to rehearsing virtually
A capella groups have opted to use a fully virtual format, with communication technologies becoming paramount to their safe operations.
Office DJ: There goes the last great American lifeguarding dynasty
So now, at 21 years old, I am revisiting the pop hits of my pool days. I hope this playlist of songs I heard over and over those summers makes you feel like you, too, are part of a small lifeguarding dynasty.
Column: Honoring the legacy and impact of Chadwick Boseman
"In a time when positive Black imagery in mainstream outlets is sparse, Boseman used his gift to educate, empower and change the negative rhetoric around the Black experience."
Student religious groups on campus build community, faith online
"I think the idea of feeling bigger than yourself in a time that's very hard is quite moving.”
Minute details, surreal quality define UNC student's clothing line and digital art
Meet the UNC senior whose high-quality fashion pieces contain a major attention to detail, while still being relatively affordable.
Working during COVID-19: Student entrepreneurs start their own businesses
With COVID-19 cancelling job and internship opportunities, UNC students are creating their own businesses to make some money.
'More Chapel Hill love on the map': New streaming service showcases local musicians
Tracks is a new initiative created through a partnership with Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture and the Chapel Hill Public Library. The music featured is curated by people involved in the local music scene with the goal of highlighting music that is quality, diverse and has connections to Chapel Hill.
Artists, activists commemorate Black Lives Matter movement with murals
“They say the eyes are the gateway to the soul, so when you see something so beautiful, it just speaks to you,” Nina Scott, an artist involved in the project, said. “I think people really cherish things that are painted. There's something about working with your hands that really speaks to people, especially when it has a message to it.”
Here are some iconic fall events incoming students may miss this year
With COVID-19 limiting crowd size and cutting the fall semester short, incoming students may miss some traditional cultural events in the first half of the year.
N.C. artists raise funds for Cat's Cradle as industry struggles amid pandemic
The arts is one of the industries most impacted by the COVID-19 outbreak. Here's how the arts community in Orange County, including longstanding music venue Cat's Cradle, are trying to get by during a difficult time with no end in sight.
Carolina Performing Arts suspends fall performances, launches virtual concert series
Like many other areas of the UNC and Chapel Hill communities, Carolina Performing Arts is "looking forward" with an ongoing virtual concert series.
'Zeroed in on funk': Chapel Hill-based band JULIA. talks creating in quarantine
About three years ago, Torin Alston, Danlee Gildersleeve, Todd Davis and Sean Meehan came together to form JULIA., a Chapel Hill-based alternative blues-rock band turned "funk foursome." The band just finished recording their latest album in Asheville. Staff writer Ben McEntire sat down with Davis and Meehan to talk funk, flow and the evolution of the group.
Ackland Art Museum holds first virtual Friends and Family Sunday program
The Ackland Art Museum closed its doors to in-person visitors in March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This weekend, the Ackland held its first Virtual Friends and Family Sunday, featuring a live storytime, art-making and artist spotlight videos.
'Outer Banks' co-creators talk Netflix, the UNC-Duke rivalry and the ferry to Chapel Hill
Co-creators Shannon Burke and Josh Pate of the hit Netflix series, "Outer Banks," have their roots and found their inspiration in North Carolina and UNC. The show tells the story of teenagers living on the fictional Kildare Island, North Carolina who embark on a treasure hunt to find the shipwreck of The Royal Merchant. Add class conflict, star-crossed lovers and plenty of narrow escapes, and you’ve got the hit Netflix series.
Creativity at your keyboard: The ArtsCenter adapts to social distancing regulations
The ArtsCenter is bringing arts into the home with online classes, virtual resources and art supply kit donations to needy families.
'Hey Ya!' and low-rise jeans: A look back at UNC in the early 2000s
From Abercrombie & Fitch obsessions to the moment they learned about Facebook, students think back on the UNC of the 2000s.
Column: From origami to bath bombs, here are crafts to pass the time during quarantine
"Whether it's origami or bath bombs, getting creative with crafts and being productive in fun ways can help make this tough time a bit more bearable."
