Column: UNC's settlement distribution from antitrust lawsuit reflects inequity in higher ed

In August, a federal judge approved a $19 million settlement between thousands of faculty members at UNC and Duke to resolve a class-action lawsuit asserting that the two universities colluded not to steal faculty from each other. Duke and UNC allegedly held a “no-poach understanding” that reached back decades. Essentially, each university promised not to steal professors and faculty members from the other. This agreement violates state and federal antitrust laws. Neither Duke nor UNC-Chapel Hill admitted any wrongdoing in the settlements of either lawsuit. 

Editorial: UNC's COVID-19 and vaccination protocols fall short

"Until UNC steps up its COVID-19 testing requirements or requires a vaccine, it can no longer consider other prestigious universities peer institutions."

Friends of Geer Cemetery takes a community-driven approach to cemetery preservation

The Friends of Geer Cemetery aims to restore and preserve a historic Black cemetery tucked away in a Durham residential neighborhood. The organization is pioneering a new approach to cemetery care — one in which the community is responsible for care of the grounds and the people buried there.

Israeli-Palestinian conflict inspires protests, vigil in Raleigh and faculty statement

People in North Carolina have shown support for Palestinians during the Israeli attacks, from protests in Raleigh to a statement signed by faculty from 23 colleges and universities across the state. “This has been inspiring to the Palestinians on the ground,” said Nadia Yaqub, a professor in the UNC Department of Asian and Middle Eastern studies. “To know in this very difficult time there are hundreds of people, just in one state, who care enough to sign a statement like this."

UNC Bhangra Elite hosts annual Bhangra Sutra event virtually

Each dance group has a bhangra segment included in their performance, which allows both the dancers and the audience to witness how the Punjabi culture intertwines with the other cultures that are represented. This year's event will also serve to raise funds in support of Punjabi farmers' protests in India.

With increased calls to abolish Greek life, the road is far from easy

UNC and Duke are just two of many college campuses where students have called for a move toward abolishing Greek life on campus, due to issues of exclusivity and historic ties to white supremacy.  Despite many calls for reform, students have faced roadblocks at almost every push for deactivation along the way. 

Duke saw a major spike in COVID-19 cases. Could the same happen at UNC?

Following a sudden increase in COVID-19 cases at neighboring Duke University, UNC officials continue to encourage students to keep following all safety precautions. 

Students rush Franklin Street for the second time following UNC win against Duke

Following UNC men's basketball defeat of Duke, fans rushed Franklin Street for the second time this year. Last month, officers took over 35 minutes to clear the intersection.  This crowd, which was substantially smaller, dispersed from the intersection for the resumption of traffic within five minutes. The crowd later regrouped for another brief period.

Duke professor to give lecture on architecture of Nazi-occupied Krakow

An important role of the digital humanities is the preservation of lost culture, which in turn increases diversity and the depth of representation in different cultures.

Students have mixed reactions to Dean Dome reopening for in-person attendance

About 3,200 fans — the majority of which were students — attended the UNC basketball game on Saturday, the first since Gov. Cooper eased COVID-19 restrictions.

Students rush Franklin Street despite COVID-19 risks

Ahead of in-person classes beginning on Monday, hundreds of students rushed to the intersection of Franklin Street and Columbia Street following UNC basketball's 91-87 win over Duke.

Heel Talk: Fraternity drug ring scandal and making class connections

Here's how the UNC-Duke rivalry helped engage voters in the medical field

Voter turnout in the medical field is historically low. VotER, an organization that engages medical professionals in civic participation, aims to change that. In a two-week competition between UNC and Duke medical students by VotER, over 1,000 students were able to register to vote or vote by mail in the upcoming election.

'You can't hold back the spring': The legacy of Rev. Robert Seymour

Chapel Hill pastor and local civil rights advocate Rev. Robert Seymour died Oct. 11. Seymour spent the majority of his 95 years pastoring churches, founding organizations, serving on boards, penning editorial columns and integrating Chapel Hill – always in his trademark suit and tie. He left behind a community he was fundamental in building.