STUDENT LIFE

1/20/2019 10:22pm

When is it OK to quote Martin Luther King Jr.?

By Stephanie Mayer

Student activists protesting a recent Faculty Executive Council meeting told Chancellor Carol Folt that she was a disgrace, and that she should "never utter MLK's words again." This sentiment shared by student activists sparks the question of how acceptable it is to quote Martin Luther King Jr., especially relating to politics — and a question of whether or not it is admissible for white people to use his words. We talked to UNC students to see where they stand on the issue.

1/20/2019 8:14pm

Look back at the history of UNC’s Black Student Movement this MLK day

By Cynthia Dong

The UNC Black Student Movement emerged in the fall of 1967, changing the path of UNC while giving a voice to Black students.

1/18/2019 5:17pm

Interim UNC-system President Bill Roper announces transition team three days after assuming position

By Taylor Buck

Interim UNC-system President Bill Roper has announced his eight-person transition team three days after taking the reins, according to a press release sent out by UNC-system Media Relations.

1/17/2019 10:26pm

Summer session changes and credit hours were the subject of Thursday’s BOG meeting

By Ellie Heffernan

The Board of Governors met on Thursday to discuss academic success in UNC-system schools.

1/17/2019 10:09pm

Here's how UNC is celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. next week

By Nathan Wesley

UNC will host a week of celebration to commemorate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. To honor the life of King, there will be several events and programs that people can attend from Jan. 20 till the 24. 

1/17/2019 7:56pm

Will this weekend finally bring UNC a natty in hurling?

By Mary Powell Boney

UNC Irish Sports Club has created a welcoming and talented community through "the fastest sport on grass."

1/17/2019 7:08pm

Need an internship? Thanks to this Duke grad, you might find one

By Lindsey Banks

“I have the greatest respect for the UNC system,” he said. “Having worked in energy and environmental finance for 15 years, the idea of supporting environmental studies is near and dear to my heart.”

1/16/2019 8:51pm

Happy 100th birthday, Kenan-Flagler!

By Cam Edson

MBA candidate Charlotte Burnett will always remember UNC Kenan-Flagler's Business School as a reflection of it's own core values — excellence, leadership, integrity, teamwork and community.

1/15/2019 11:04pm

A look back at how Carol Folt handled UNC's infamous academic scandal

By Taylor Buck

Developments in the ongoing Silent Sam controversy may have dominated the news cycle during the final year of Chancellor Carol Folt's reign, but the academic fraud scandal was among the first to mar Folt's chancellorship.

1/15/2019 8:55pm

Word on the Street: Students react to Chancellor Folt's resignation

By Arabella Saunders

Staff writer Arabella Saunders asked UNC students what they thought about Chancellor Carol Folt stepping down from her position and what it means for the University.

1/14/2019 11:34pm

Folt’s resignation announcement led activists to gather at Silent Sam’s pedestal

By Casey Quam

Student activists gave short speeches and answered questions about their "victory party."

1/14/2019 9:53pm

Whatever happened with the TA grading strike?

By Casey Quam

At the end of an already unusual semester, UNC's TAs announced a grading strike during finals week in protest of the Board of Trustee's decision on Silent Sam. A month later, many undergraduates are still wondering what happened with their final grades. 

1/14/2019 8:49pm

Join us in our jealousy of this UNC first-year who met Ellen DeGeneres

By Jordyn Williams

Hunter Sigmund and his boyfriend's relationship has been thrust into the public eye. But they're using this attention to help other LGBTQ+ youth.

1/14/2019 8:37pm

This new meal plan option lets you use your swipes on Franklin Street

By Samantha Perry

Elevate gives UNC students the opportunity to pursue a new meal plan partnered with as many as 21 restaurants on Franklin Street, introducing a variety of options. Read more to find out the details and benefits of this new addition.

1/13/2019 10:39pm

C-STEP at UNC extends to two more community colleges and adds STEM initiative

By Maydha Devarajan

The C-STEP program has been linking transfer students and community colleges to four-year universities since 2006. It recently added two more community college partners to its cohort. 

1/13/2019 9:25pm

UNC Muslim Student Association prepares for MLK-weekend sports tournament

By Raymond Chen

Sportsfest, an annual charity sports event hosted by the UNC Muslim Students Association, has attracted people of all ages across the East Coast. 

1/13/2019 8:59pm

Looking to join the School of Media and Journalism? Here's the new application process

By Stephanie Mayer

To encourage more talented students to apply, the UNC School of Media and Journalism has reworked its application process, relinquishing the GPA requirement.

1/13/2019 7:36pm

Does CAPS' referral system work?

By Suzanne Blake

Student experiences at Counseling and Psychological Services at UNC have been generally positive, but there is one complaint: They want more sessions. CAPS provides students six sessions before referring them to treatment elsewhere and many students say it's not enough. Read CAPS' side of the story.

1/10/2019 10:33pm

Subway's leaving Bottom of Lenoir and the CDS station is ready for the next arrival

By Nathan Wesley

With Sitar and Subway leaving, two replacements are arriving this semester to Bottom of Lenoir, one a new local addition, and one that might be a familiar face to some students. 

1/10/2019 9:33pm

Trailblazer UNC professor Carol Reuss dies at 86

By Jessica Snouwaert

Carol Reuss, one of the first female professors at the MJ-school, was beloved by students and faculty alike for paving a path for women in the school and being a true inspiration.