UNC is about more than simply basketball games

By Letter to the Editor | February 13

TO THE EDITOR: The other night I went for a run to relieve some stress after our gut-wrenching loss to Duke.

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This Valentine’s day, save Earth by using condoms

By Letter to the Editor | February 13

TO THE EDITOR: “Wrap with care, save the polar bear” and “Wear a condom now, save the spotted owl” are just two of several slogans that will appear on the packages of condoms which Helping Paws, the committee of the Campus Y devoted to animal protection and advocacy, will be handing out this Valentine’s Day.

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UNC students need to remain one unified body

By Letter to the Editor | February 13

TO THE EDITOR: Having graduated from our wonderful institution this past May I have to say that I love Carolina now more than ever and miss it dearly.

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Taking on toking: North Carolina has better issues to address than K2

By Editorial Board | February 13

It was probably only a matter of time. As surprising as it was that imitation cannabis was legalized at all, there is no doubt dedicated smokers of “spice” were well aware that its legal status was probably as short-lived as the high K2 itself gives. A bill to ban imitation cannabis will probably be voted on this Thursday in the N.C.

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Mr. Medlin goes to Raleigh: Presence at capital the best way to influence the agenda

By Editorial Board | February 13

With all the commotion surrounding student body president elections — and this one in particular has had more than its share of drama — it can be easy to lose sight of what we’re really voting for. Last week, Student Body President Hogan Medlin traveled to Raleigh with the UNC Association of Student Government’s “Students Day at the Capital” to advocate for the University. The ASG’s four legislative priorities seem sound.

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Punitive, not productive: Retroactive fine by the BOG is worse than inconsistent enforcement

By Editorial Board | February 13

The UNC-system Board of Governors was wrong to fine UNC-Chapel Hill for breaking a rule that did not exist when the infraction occurred.

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A library for studying law needs regulations of its own

By Editorial Board | February 13

As a public institution, UNC campus buildings should be available not only to students, but to the community at large.

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Fair counsel: student plaintiffs deserve knowledgeable counsel

By Editorial Board | February 13

This University lacks a student public attorney that would serve those who bring suits against student government. In light of the recent lawsuit brought against the Board of Elections that caused the student body president election results to be withheld, it’s a good time to reconsider the position of a “Plaintiff’s Counsel.” Presently, students who wish to file a complaint must prepare their case themselves.

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Everyone wants the election to be over, but not until there is real resolution to Santoro’s suit

By Editorial Board | February 13

It would be incredibly fortunate for Andrew Phillips if the case against him, and his dismal interpretation of the Student Code, is dismissed tonight.

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Meditate, for better ?health and focus

By Matthew Moran | February 13

I’d like nothing more than to include a meditative exercise in this column, but I can’t: My readers are too busy to meditate — or so they believe.

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Kvetching board for February 11, 2011

By Kvetching Board | February 10

All those in favor of Brooklyn, say aye! All opposed … say neigh? Wanted: Fellowship of nine to take back Larry Drew’s championship ring and cast it into the fires of Mordor.

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We all have responsibility to solve the landfill issue

By Letter to the Editor | February 10

TO THE EDITOR: I was pleased that the DTH brought the issue of the Orange County landfill to light.

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Clash over con?ict: Daughtridge’s appointment a con?ict of interest

By Editorial Board | February 10

Bill Daughtridge Jr.’s position as senior policy adviser for N.C. General Assembly Speaker of the House Thom Tillis, R-Mecklenburg, presents a clear conflict of interest and could ultimately affect his performance in both that position and his position on the UNC-system Board of Governors.

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Wasting time: County fails again to adequately address land?ll issue

By Editorial Board | February 10

Orange County has shirked its responsibility to follow its commitments and has kicked the can down the road too many times. Now the time has come for a real solution to a pressing problem with regard to the Orange County’s Eubanks Road landfill.

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Tricky transition: SBP candidates should prepare now so transition after results are released is not chaotic

By Editorial Board | February 10

Thanks to the delay of election results, the transition period so crucial to the success of the next student body president’s administration is waning quickly. The current candidates must do all they can to use this time in limbo effectively.

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Love and sports: ?a natural bond

By Sam Ellis | February 10

Valentine’s Day presents a great opportunity to reflect on the impact of love and intimate relationships in our lives. And UNC happens to be an excellent place to find a significant other. You might be surprised to know some of the parallels between athletics and Valentine’s Day.

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Quick Hits for February 10, 2011

By Editorial Board | February 9

N.C. favors UNC A poll shows that North Carolinians favor UNC over Duke by a nearly two to one margin.

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Help children by being a counselor at Camp Kesem

By Letter to the Editor | February 9

This week you have the opportunity to change your life and the lives of countless children. You have the chance to apply to be a Camp Kesem counselor. Camp Kesem is a free one-week camp for children whose parents have or had cancer and is run entirely by Duke University and UNC students. It’s also the best thing that I’ve done with my college career.

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New SBP should resign and appoint Butch Davis

By Letter to the Editor | February 9

Tuesday, I cast my SBP ballot for UNC football head coach Paul Hilton “Butch” Davis as a symbolic gesture representing my displeasure with the ridiculous nature of this year’s campaign for student body president. After reading The Daily Tar Heel’s coverage of the campaign, I could not cast a ballot for any of the SBP candidates in good conscience. A number of the ideas tossed about by all of the candidates, per usual, are ridiculous and are not feasible.

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It is time to overthrow our student government

By Letter to the Editor | February 9

TO THE EDITOR: It is time all students get on up, get into it and get involved by overthrowing student government.

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