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Student groups hold conflicting events on reproductive rights

By Madeleine Ahmadi | November 13

On Wednesday, the UNC chapter of Students for Life of America and the Carolina Association of Pharmacy Students held events concerning reproductive rights ...

Board of Trustees discusses Tar Heel Bus Tour and UNC Facilities during meeting

By Catherine Tiddy | November 12

UNC Student Body President Chris Everett addressed the current state of certain UNC facilities.

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'Not worth my sanity at all': Carolina Union workers express concerns over working conditions

By Natalie McCormick | November 12

Former and current Student Union employees say they pay is not sufficient for the work required of them, including working at least 10 hours a week throughout ...

Dear UNC: Make student parking more accessible

By Mariam Ali | November 12

"The parking dilemma on UNC’s campus presents complex challenges for students, with fines, long walks and limited options becoming a common theme. It’s ...

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'A lifesaver': Carolina Veterans Resource Center builds military community

By Aidan Lockhart | November 10

The center provides academic assistance, mental health resources and community to students who are on active duty, veterans, reservists, and those in ...

Chancellor Guskiewicz delivers annual state of the University address

By Lauren Lovitt | November 9

At the address, Guskiewicz spoke about campus safety, affirmative action and mental health.

UNC offers new self-defense LFIT class after monthslong push by student

By Lauren Lovitt | November 9

"Self defense is something that you can take power in and it can boost your confidence," UNC fifth-year Eszter Rimanyi said. "It can make you feel ...

Chancellor, provost address tension on campus, call for peaceful dialogue about Israel-Gaza war

By Lauren Rhodes | November 9

In a campus-wide email sent on Thursday, Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz and Provost Chris Clemens condemned "corrosive" behavior at UNC related to the war ...

Word on the Street: Do you feel prepared for Election Day?

By Lena Miano | November 8

On Oct. 6, staff writer Lena Miano asked students in the Pit, "Do you feel prepared for Election Day?"

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'Invest in Indigenous education': UNC hosts series of events for American Indian Heritage Month

By Charlotte Wilkerson | November 6

The events include speakers, dancing and free food for students and community members.

Diaspora Festival of Black and Independent Film celebrates diverse filmmakers

By Celia Funderburk | November 5

Hosted by the Sonja Haynes Stone Center for Black Culture and History, the festival celebrates and promotes the work of Black and independent filmmakers. ...

Carolina Indian Circle prepares for annual Culture Showcase

By Ananya Cox | November 5

The Carolina Indian Circle is expected to host its annual Culture Showcase on Monday, Nov. 13 at the Student Union's Great Hall. Starting at 6:30 p.m., ...

Legislators discuss bipartisan healthcare policies at pharmacy school forum

By Isabella Hopkins | October 31

The event joined Sen. Gale Adcock (D-Wake) and Rep. Wayne Sasser (R-Montgomery, Stanly) to discuss bipartisan partnerships in healthcare.

'Not an ideal time to be conservative': Ben Carson speaks on UNC Campus

By Brooke Elliott | October 31

In his speech, Carson spoke about his stance on liberalism and Christian faith in the United States.

UNC's Honor System explained, from investigation to appeals

By Catherine Tiddy | October 30

The UNC Honor System, which has been student-led for over 100 years, includes three stages: investigation, hearing and post-hearing.

School of Education hosts World Anti-Bullying Forum for first time outside Europe

By Lena Miano | October 30

The conference invited experts from a variety of disciplines to discuss bullying and violence against young people.

UNC students bring 'moments of magic' to kids at UNC's Children's Hospital

By Daneen Khan | October 30

UNC’s chapter of A Moment of Magic, a national nonprofit organization, allows students to dress up as princesses and superheroes to visit children in ...

Word on the Street: What are you most excited about this year for men and women’s basketball season?

By Zoe Sinclair | October 26

Students say they are excited about the UNC-Duke game, seeing new team talent and hopefully rushing Franklin Street.

'Illuminating and important': Sexuality Studies debuts queer theory reading group

By Catherine Tiddy | October 25

“This has been put together to supplement the need for more queer-friendly and more queer-focused readings that we may be missing in our formal curriculum,” ...

'A piece of home': UNC German Club celebrates Oktoberfest

By Zora Hollie | October 25

The UNC German Club and the Carolina Union Activities Board collaborated to provide free food, carnival games and music for entertainment at an Oktoberfest ...