Editorial: Participate in First Amendment Day
Join in on a day-long celebration of some our most cherished freedoms and attend the various panels and activities that are planned for the day.
EDITORIALS
Editorial: Learn about donor demands
The UNC we know and love would not be possible without donor gifts unless tuition and/or taxes were raised, always politically difficult propositions. Development staff are among the finest persuaders in our midst.
Editorial: Florence has left, but N.C. is not out of the storm
While Hurricane Florence breezed over Chapel Hill, leaving little damage in its wake, many parts of North Carolina were not as fortunate.
Editorial: Don't forget the context of hurricane class cancellations
In the wake of classes being cancelled, it's important to think of the consequences of these few days off.
Editorial: We demand action on the heatwave
It’s hot. So, so hot. Hellishly hot, some might say. Sweat runs down your your back. Your glasses start to slip down your greasy, sweaty nose. You’re a mess. Everyone is appalled.
Editorial: Compassion for the homeless
We should treat some of the most vulnerable members of our community with respect, compassion and kindness.
Editorial: UNC should defer rush
Universities across the country are implementing delayed rush policies in an attempt to give first-years time to breathe and establish themselves before committing to Greek life. Perhaps this is a policy UNC would be wise to adopt, as well.
Editorial: The administration needs to lead the conversation about Silent Sam
Silent Sam is a divisive figure, and in order for constructive conversation to take place the University needs strong leadership. We hope Folt will do more in the coming days.
Editorial: The Gilded Now
The first Gilded Age was a time of technological, social and cultural transition which only came to its close with the crisis of WWI and the devastation of the Great Depression. Twain is oftentimes (probably mis-) attributed with saying that history doesn’t repeat itself, but it definitely rhymes.
Editorial: Thank you, CUAB
CUAB activities can be hit-or-miss. But this year, the programs offered have been hitting what students want right on the nail.
Editorial: Young people are changing national discourse. We should hear them out.
How do we critically acknowledge the views of teenagers who have valid experiences but can't vote yet?
Editorial: A love letter to libraries and a call for accessibility for all NC residents
If education is key to the advancement of our collective public good, then the more unlocked doors we can provide for it, the better.
Column: Stand by controversial opinion writers
Controversial thinkers are the mainstay of historical moments. They look at the world and find it wanting in some way. But not only do they find it wanting, they strive against the status quo. Sometimes, these people are on the wrong side of history. Other times, they are not. Either way they promote discourse and deep thought and sometimes even action.
Editorial: UNC may need to require on-campus housing if nothing changes
Balancing the need for luxury and affordable housing is hard enough, but Chapel Hill also has thousands of students competing with working class families for cheap housing options. In context, it is no wonder the area has challenges finding housing for everyone.
Editorial: The town got it right with a new traffic light
The town got it right this time and actively made students’ commutes home safer. Still, students have a responsibility to voice their concerns to local governance.
Op-Ed: Predatory behavior continues
"I hope all of our MJ-school women and men will be prepared when the next unwarranted and unwelcome “come on” is mixed up with a professional media request."
Editorial: Big business is appealing, but people come first
The Chapel Hill Town Council decision to continue with plans to displace a mobile home community in place of a luxury apartment complex in January was met with much criticism from organizations like the Chapel Hill Alliance for a Livable Town. The Town Council did not do much to accommodate those that were going to lose their homes, but this is a lesson that students can learn from because helping community members who need it most is more important than town development.
Editorial: The "Crisis Next Door" rolls on
The opioid epidemic continues to outpace the policies meant to lessen its hold on our communities.
Editorial: It's 2018, don't use the N-word unless you're Black
Recognizing that white people should avoid using the N-word is not an attempt to be politically correct for the sake of being politically correct.
