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Editorial: The kids are not alright

By Editorial Board | March 16

Forced to navigate college in a socially distanced world, first-year students are struggling to cope with a difficult transition without being able to ...

Editorial: Our declassified campus survival guide

By Editorial Board | March 16

As the University plans to return to a “more typical” fall semester later this year, the Editorial Board wanted to impart some campus and Chapel Hill ...

Editorial: 5 ways you can still have a happy birthday

By Editorial Board | March 15

The world has had an entire year to come up with some coronavirus-friendly ways to celebrate birthdays. Here are just a few.

Editorial: A disappointing first year at UNC

By Editorial Board | March 10

While it is important to recognize that others have had it worse, losing jobs and loved ones, it does not invalidate the universal feeling of losing out ...

Viewpoints: What we're looking forward to following the pandemic

By Editorial Board | March 9

With the Centers for Disease Control releasing guidelines that vaccinated individuals can congregate indoors without masks, the end of the pandemic seems ...

Editorial: What a year of solitude has taught us

By Editorial Board | March 9

The Editorial Board reflects on their time alone during the pandemic.

Editorial: Sexual assault allegations against Madison Cawthorn highlight broader issue

By Editorial Board | March 9

"The University has the power to lead the charge against sexual assault on campus, adequately punish perpetrators and create a safer campus community ...

Editorial: Losing senior year to a pandemic

By Editorial Board | March 9

"We still have two months until graduation, but it feels like we left college a long time ago."

Editorial: Study abroad and other missed opportunities

By Editorial Board | March 4

"Instead of exploring new places and learning hands-on, we joined virtual tours and conference calls."

Editorial: Who is Clayton Somers?

By Editorial Board | March 3

"Somers is a prime example of the power of shadowy middle management at UNC, and his role in the Silent Sam resolution leaves us with many questions." ...

Viewpoints: Our favorite feel-good TV shows

By Editorial Board | March 3

Feeling down? These TV shows are guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

Editorial: Let's talk about anti-Asian violence

By Editorial Board | March 2

"Misinformation in the media and a poor portrayal framed by America’s loudest leaders has magnified a dangerous disease-based stigma against Asian Americans." ...

Editorial: A historic moment for the Campus Y

By Editorial Board | March 1

As the new Campus Y co-presidents transition into their role, the Editorial Board is eager to see what Daniels and McGloin accomplish. 

Editorial: No, I don't want to go to your 'COVID-safe' wedding

By Editorial Board | February 28

"No matter how much you try to justify it, flouting public health guidelines for your personal betterment is inexcusably selfish. It's that simple."

Editorial: Commemorating our nostalgia through poetry

By Editorial Board | February 25

In the spirit of nostalgia, the Editorial Board turns to poetry to reflect on days gone by.

Viewpoints: To Oxford comma, or not to Oxford comma?

By Editorial Board | February 25

Where do members of The Daily Tar Heel staff stand on the Oxford comma? Find out here:

Editorial: Parking at UNC is a disaster

By Editorial Board | February 24

It’s time for UNC Transportation and Parking to reevaluate their current policies and response organization to student issues. 

Editorial: College students can shut down fast fashion

By Editorial Board | February 24

"We can all do our part to break the cycle of waste created by fast fashion, one piece of clothing at a time."

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Editorial: Remembering UNC's first Black students

By Editorial Board | February 23

As we celebrate Black History Month and honor the first African American students to enroll at Carolina, let us not forget the many hardships they faced.  ...

Editorial: How should Greek Life move forward?

By Editorial Board | February 23

"There is undeniable potential for good from Greek Life, especially in developing community and philanthropy. However, it is up to the members of those ...